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Old May 16, 2015 | 07:06 PM
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Okay, I bought
Amazon.com: Smittybilt 29312B Receiver Hitch D-Ring with 3/4-Inch Shackle for 2-Inch Receivers: Automotive Amazon.com: Smittybilt 29312B Receiver Hitch D-Ring with 3/4-Inch Shackle for 2-Inch Receivers: Automotive

looks beautiful and exactly what I want.. heres my issue....


Apparently I have a 2 1/2 inch receiver not a 2 inch..


Can someone help me find one for a 2 1/2 inch receiver cause I can't
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Old May 16, 2015 | 07:40 PM
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how about this
Amazon.com: CURT Manufacturing 45405 2-1/2" to 2" Receiver Adapter Sleeve: Automotive Amazon.com: CURT Manufacturing 45405 2-1/2" to 2" Receiver Adapter Sleeve: Automotive
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Old May 16, 2015 | 07:47 PM
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I was looking into them but wont it weaken the trailer hitch and possibly crack the tube

also Not for towing use; it says I rather try and find a 2 1/2 inch one
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Old May 16, 2015 | 08:29 PM
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http://4wheelonline.com/jeep/smittyb...eiver.256851.0
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Old May 16, 2015 | 08:57 PM
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Awesome... a little more pricey but i think i can make due..... are 2.5in receivers not commen?
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Old May 16, 2015 | 09:42 PM
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That's a class V hitch. Most of us have class IV.
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