[skyking]

Thanks Phil.
I can take is as far as my crude overlay, which is right above the top of the fender, without harming my rear view.
It would follow the plan taper and body line of the hatch surround.
You are suggesting building a lower step beyond that, so I can still see through?

The trailer design I touched on will fit into the current plan. I figure I can sacrifice rear view when towing, as that is what I am used to anyway.
I would continue with a solid add-on section to the bumper, and the trailer would tuck up to that. It would clip on with a few fasteners.

I will leave the above as a reminder to thought processes
Now i see your slotted version, and maybe I can keep the top of the trailer low enough to have a decent rear view through the slot