Class II Trailer Hitch (1 1/4" - 2" adapter) question

[chris44001]

I want to purchase a cargo holder for my '04 Explorer. All the cargo holders I found have 2 inch connections. My trailer hitch (Class II) is 1 1/4 inch. I found a local company that has a 1 1/4 inch to 2 inch adapter and I'm wondering if anyone knows of any problems with using an adapter this way. I plan on towing less than the 350 lb maximum mentioned in the owners manual.

 

[just2L]

I have a hitch hauler with the 2" adapter and have not had any problems with it. It's not as stable as I would like but it's gets the job done.
I have used my to haul deer during deer season and didn't have any problems with the weight issues.

 

[E.B. Cornburner]

The adaptor is fine for what you're going to use it for, but never tow a trailer with one! That's an accident waiting to happen.