Do I replace the hitch or bumper?

[Tapper]

My "As Is" JK add on bumper has an integrated 2 1/4 hitch (is that normal?). Do I replace the bumper, not sure of bumper spec, or find a 1/4 reducer?

 

[BLACKJKU]

My "As Is" JK add on bumper has an integrated 2 1/4 hitch (is that normal?). Do I replace the bumper, not sure of bumper spec, or find a 1/4 reducer?

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That should be strong enough to pull anything that the Jeep is rated to pull. That's a 2" receiver which is a standard size.

 

[Tapper]

That should be strong enough to pull anything that the Jeep is rated to pull. That's a 2" receiver which is a standard size.

I thought so too.....until I measured it. A 2" bike rack swims in there.

 

[BLACKJKU]

I thought so too.....until I measured it. A 2" bike rack swims in there.

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Perfectly normal the pin will keep it in place.

 

[Tapper]

Haha! Okay. Good to know. Thanks for your quick replies!

 

[BLACKJKU]

Haha! Okay. Good to know. Thanks for your quick replies!

I have 4 trucks with those and none of them fit snug, unless they are rusted in.

 

[JeepJeezy]

I have one of these to stop the rattle.

Check this out on Amazon
MaxxHaul 50023 Hitch Tightener Anti Rattle Stabilizer for 1.25" to 2" Hitches Reduce Movement On Hitch Mount Cargo Carrier Bike Rack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JDD8L3H/?tag=jkforum-20

 

[Tapper]

 

[Threepointsix]

I use a grade 8 bolt. Threads into my bike rack and holds it snug.