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[pyrthkr]

 
We're geting down to the nitty gritty now!  Looking for a 3 or 4 bike, class 3, 2" hitch rack that either extends far enough away from the rear end or tilts/swings away to enable either partial or full (preferred) opening of the rear compartment.  Nearly all of the tilt/swing models I've looked at specifically state they are not designed for RVs/trailers due to the greater distance on these from the rear axle to the back of the unit (increased bounce?).  Currently using a buddy's platform 2 bike mount & squeezing into the rear compartment for the power plug/hose/gloves whenever we stop.
 

[Penny]

I've been using the Allen bike rack - triple.  Sturdy, tilts down for easy access and best of all when used on my ford explorer stopped a car that rear ended me.  Only damage was to slightly bend the frame of the rack.  His car was totalled.

[mciai2000]

Hi:

Try www.etrailer.com.  They sell swagman brand which are for rv's.


DJM

[pyrthkr]

 

Just to follow up & close this post off - Thanks again DJM for the etrailer link.  I had been on that one before & kept going back 2 it after being frustrated on other sites that purported 2 B RV compatible (when checking w/manufacturer site - often found that wasn't the case - wd/hv made 4 an interesting warranty claim if it ever came 2 that!) so I guess it was time 2 order.  Again, their customer service personnel were fantastic - even recommended another company's bike cover instead of theirs after I expressed a concern over structural integrity.  Penny - the folks @ Allen never did get back in touch w/me.  Thanks 2 you all for giving me lots of good ideas.  It all boiled down 2 a platform style carrier Vs a hanging rack style.  I ended up ordering the Swagman XP 3 carrier & a cover from Northern Tool.