Hitch for a bike rack

The Ericsons · 04-13-2006, 08:13 AM

We want to put a receiver hitch on our 2005 Prius for a rear-mounted bike rack. Is there one especially made for the Prius? Easily installed and solid? We've read some bad reports in the past about the Coastal business as far as shipping their hitches, etc. Are they doing better? Any information would be much appreciated.

tharwood · 04-13-2006, 09:10 AM

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We want to put a receiver hitch on our 2005 Prius for a rear-mounted bike rack. Is there one especially made for the Prius? Easily installed and solid? We've read some bad reports in the past about the Coastal business as far as shipping their hitches, etc. Are they doing better? Any information would be much appreciated.
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I ordered the hitch in early '04 for my 2004 Prius. Shipping time, I believe, was average. Installation was relatively easy with a good rachet set. It has held up quite well and I will be transferring it to my '06 if the fit remains the same. If it doesn't fit, I will certainly put it up for sale.
I have heard some stories of slow processing with Coastal the past several months. It seems to be hit and miss.

KTPhil · 04-13-2006, 12:08 PM

I have not heard of any delays in shipping Coastal hitches, just the electronic goodies.

There are at least two out there, including Coastal's. I chose the 2" Coastal and am happy with it. It installed easily and appears very strong. I added trailer light witing which I will rig to my bike rack.

The Coastal hitch lacks safety chain rings, so if you plan on towing a light trailer, you might look elsewhere.

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04-13-2006, 08:13 AM	#1
The Ericsons Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 59 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: III Package: Navigation Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	We want to put a receiver hitch on our 2005 Prius for a rear-mounted bike rack. Is there one especially made for the Prius? Easily installed and solid? We've read some bad reports in the past about the Coastal business as far as shipping their hitches, etc. Are they doing better? Any information would be much appreciated.

04-13-2006, 12:08 PM	#3
KTPhil Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 1,329 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts Friends: 0	I have not heard of any delays in shipping Coastal hitches, just the electronic goodies. There are at least two out there, including Coastal's. I chose the 2" Coastal and am happy with it. It installed easily and appears very strong. I added trailer light witing which I will rig to my bike rack. The Coastal hitch lacks safety chain rings, so if you plan on towing a light trailer, you might look elsewhere.