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Re: Hitch?
DougW wrote:
> From what I've noticed class II hitches don't have many things made > for them; like tow hooks, bike racks, etc. Class III (2") is more > common in the accessories arena. Suggest checking on what all you > might want to use it for first. However, the point on towing limits > is very important. Never go outside the max printed on the vehicle > tag. It's not just dangerous it's deadly dangerous. Reinforcing the point: Go with a 2" for usability, but stay within Jeep's weight and size limits for trailers. Items like 4 bike racks, rear platforms, winches, tire carriers, etc... are often only available with 2" tubes. Smaller bike racks are available in 1 1/4". Don't ask me how I know how scary stopping a 1500 lb trailer on a wet surface when your TJ has leaky rear drum cylinders (a.k.a. no back brakes) is... The trailer was within the ratings, but the rear brake problem was an unknown. The only downside of a 2" is many shops won't install it, as their lawyers won't let them. It will have to be installed at home, but it's easy to do. My last three Wranglers have suffered the rear brake slave cylinder failure at least once. Barry |
Re: Hitch?
I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in
for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real bumper. Bob wrote: > I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional light > home project and recreational use. What do I need to know before > choosing and what brands are recommended? > > Thanx, > Bob -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 71 Bill Stroppe Baja Bronco 03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5" 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase') A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Hitch?
I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in
for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real bumper. Bob wrote: > I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional light > home project and recreational use. What do I need to know before > choosing and what brands are recommended? > > Thanx, > Bob -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 71 Bill Stroppe Baja Bronco 03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5" 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase') A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Hitch?
I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in
for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real bumper. Bob wrote: > I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional light > home project and recreational use. What do I need to know before > choosing and what brands are recommended? > > Thanx, > Bob -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 71 Bill Stroppe Baja Bronco 03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5" 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase') A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Hitch?
I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in
for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real bumper. Bob wrote: > I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional light > home project and recreational use. What do I need to know before > choosing and what brands are recommended? > > Thanx, > Bob -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 71 Bill Stroppe Baja Bronco 03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5" 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase') A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Hitch?
twaldron <thomas@OBVIOUSrubicons.com> wrote in
news:wRWee.1570$1o3.774@newssvr12.news.prodigy.com : > I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in > for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real > bumper. > > Bob wrote: > >> I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional >> light home project and recreational use. What do I need to know >> before choosing and what brands are recommended? >> >> Thanx, >> Bob > Can you provide a couple of online purchase sources for the "integrated" bumper and receiver? |
Re: Hitch?
twaldron <thomas@OBVIOUSrubicons.com> wrote in
news:wRWee.1570$1o3.774@newssvr12.news.prodigy.com : > I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in > for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real > bumper. > > Bob wrote: > >> I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional >> light home project and recreational use. What do I need to know >> before choosing and what brands are recommended? >> >> Thanx, >> Bob > Can you provide a couple of online purchase sources for the "integrated" bumper and receiver? |
Re: Hitch?
twaldron <thomas@OBVIOUSrubicons.com> wrote in
news:wRWee.1570$1o3.774@newssvr12.news.prodigy.com : > I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in > for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real > bumper. > > Bob wrote: > >> I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional >> light home project and recreational use. What do I need to know >> before choosing and what brands are recommended? >> >> Thanx, >> Bob > Can you provide a couple of online purchase sources for the "integrated" bumper and receiver? |
Re: Hitch?
twaldron <thomas@OBVIOUSrubicons.com> wrote in
news:wRWee.1570$1o3.774@newssvr12.news.prodigy.com : > I suggest looking at an integrated bumper with a 2" receiver built in > for mounting accessories. It keeps your clearance and gives you a real > bumper. > > Bob wrote: > >> I'm thinking of adding a hitch to my 2001 Wrangler for occasional >> light home project and recreational use. What do I need to know >> before choosing and what brands are recommended? >> >> Thanx, >> Bob > Can you provide a couple of online purchase sources for the "integrated" bumper and receiver? |
Re: Hitch?
Explorer Pro-Comp makes a nice "Rock Bumper" with 2 inch reciever.
Tough looking and easy to install. I got both front and a back matching bumpers and it really gave me a more stylish/aggresive look than stock. They are powder coated and faily thick-walled. The front will not have holes for your license plate. You will have to drill or maybe your in a state that does not require a front plate? www.4wheelparts.com is where I found them. bjc |
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