We have quite an active group of EX35 owners and enthusiasts here, so welcome to the forum, littlerascal! 
If you follow Mark's suggestions, you will find that it's a win-win for everyone. You get the fastest/best answers possible from our members while lurkers and members alike will benefit from a respectful exchange of solutions, information and discussions of every sort.
Anyone interested in the thread/pics discussing EX35 hitch installation and bike transportation, click here.
Thanks so much, Mark - your comments are dead on!
Cheers,
David