teenbean Posted June 16, 2014 Report Share Posted June 16, 2014 I am looking at buying a cargo carrier to hook onto the hitch of my 2011 Dodge Journey for taking the family on trips. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to get or not to get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted June 16, 2014 Report Share Posted June 16, 2014 My only suggestion would be to ensure that it matches the tongue weight rating of the vehicle and that you don't overload it... Other than that, I think they are likely very similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockey_puck Posted June 16, 2014 Report Share Posted June 16, 2014 My only question is which family member rides in the cargo carrier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 My only question is which family member rides in the cargo carrier? Nothing like a Winnipeg sense of humour LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 My only question is which family member rides in the cargo carrier? I don't know how it works in Winnipeg, but in Minnesota the wife rides back there... That's a no brainer. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockey_puck Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 I don't know how it works in Winnipeg, but in Minnesota the wife rides back there... That's a no brainer. Makes complete sense. After all there is nothing worse than pujtting on frozen hockey equipment in winter. You want that inside the Journey. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 Makes complete sense. After all there is nothing worse than pujtting on frozen hockey equipment in winter. You want that inside the Journey. Where as the wife is always frigid, so what's the difference! Ha! I like how you think... jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davea180 Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 I have this: http://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Cargo-Carrier/Pro-Series/6500.html. The manufacturer seems to be different now, but it was labeled Draw-tite when I bought mine. It is very solid and the front and back long side rails are one piece, not welded or bolted in the center. Capacity is 300 lbs. which is the tongue weight max for a 1 1/4 hitch receiver. Curt is also a known quality brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red G8R Posted June 30, 2014 Report Share Posted June 30, 2014 There are many choices but I would go all aluminum. Most are 60" x 20". Mine is roughly 48" x 36" aluminum except for the "spine" (some are totally aluminum) with a removable side ramp. I've put extra luggage on it and even transported my snow blower on it. I bought mine from Princess Auto here in Ontario, Canada for $150. They are similar to Harbor Freight in the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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