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- Recommended Trailer Hitch for Bike Rack on a 2018 Mini Countryman
- The only trailer hitch that is currently available for your 2018 Mini Countryman is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11522 which is a Class I trailer hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver. Even though it is the only fit at this time it is still a great trailer hitch that has a very clean look once installed due to the crossbeam being hidden behind the bumper (see attached photo).
Please note that since this is a Class I trailer hitch you are limited to a 2 bike rack and that per the Curt warranty...
view full answer... - How To Carry 300lbs Of Cargo With Trailer Hitch Receiver On 2015 Mini Cooper
- I may have another option for you, but there is not a 2" trailer hitch receiver made for your 2015 Mini Cooper at this time.
Since you do not have an S or John Cooper Works Model the hitch with the highest tongue weight rating is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11417 which has a 200lb tongue weight rating and 2000lb trailer weight rating. If you have a spare tire located under your vehicle you will need to remove it to install the # C11417.
To be able to carry 300lbs with your Mini...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2015 Mini Cooper S Hard Top
- To flat tow a 2015 Mini Cooper with a Blue Ox tow bar would require a the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX1312.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there...
view full answer... - Recommended Bike Carrier for 2018 Mini Cooper S
- The Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # Y02634 is a confirmed fit for your 2018 Mini Cooper S. For this fit, the option wing type spoiler can have the straps routed under the wing to prevent damage to the spoiler.
It doesn't look like you have the wing style spoiler so unless you want to add a roof rack for a roof mounted rack, you will risk damaging that spoiler.
For your 2 door Cooper S, I recommend the Yakima Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black...
view full answer... - Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2019 Mini Cooper Hardtop
- The trunk mounted bike rack I recommend for your 2019 Mini Cooper is the Yakima FullBack part # Y02634 because this rack has a wide pad where the rack rests on the vehicle which helps spread the weight of the bikes and rack out, the rack is lightweight, is easily adjustable, and comes with locks for the bikes to the rack and the rack to the vehicle.
If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat...
view full answer... - Recommended Roof Rack and SkyBox for 2015 Mini Cooper
- Yes, there is a rack available for your 2015 Mini Cooper and it is the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long # 298-SX6000B. This option uses vacuum cups rated for 210 lbs pull strength each to secure the rack and your roof box to the Mini.
For a rooftop cargo carrier I recommend the Yakima Skybox 12 rooftop cargo box # Y07334.
You will need to check the owners manual of your vehicle to determine the capacity of the roof and be sure not to exceed this figure with...
view full answer... - Recommended Trunk-Mount Bike Rack for 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop
- The 2- and 3-bike trunk-mount bike racks confirmed to fit on the 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop can be seen on the linked page.
Please note that the two Hollywood Racks products, the two versions of their spoiler-friendly Over-the-Top racks # HRF2 and # HRF2-3, are meant for the S that has a roof rack system. Also please note that Yakima does not recommend either their Fullback or Halfback racks for your Cooper S.
In terms of fit, carrying capacity and value if you DO have a spoiler and...
view full answer... - Towing 2016 Mini Cooper JCW Hatchback Behind Motorhome
- We've had this question before and the answer is that we don't have a base plate that will fit your JCW model 2016 Mini Cooper due to the intercooler location but we do have a way to tow the vehicle with a tow dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes part # DM9713045.
The Kar Kaddy SS is the perfect all in one tow dolly. It has disc brakes for maximum stopping power/reliability, a folding tongue for easy storage, and a wheeled jack to maneuver the dolly around while...
view full answer... - Roof Rack System for the Mini Cooper S 2008 Or Hitch and Bike Rack
- We have two roof rack systems, Yakima and Thule, that will be very secure on your vehicle and do not require drilling to install. As long as you install these products properly they will not leave scratches or damage the vehicle in any way.
The Thule system will require the following items.
Thule Roof Rack Fit Kit # THKIT1366
Thule Rapid Traverse Foot Pack # TH480
Thule SquareBars # TH712200
The Yakima System will require the following.
Yakima Q Towers Roof Rack Feet for Naked Roof...
view full answer... - E-BIke Rack Recommendation for Use at Rear of Motorhome
- For an e-bike rack that is compatible with being used at the rear of a motorhome like your Forest River Forester Class C the best option is the Hollywood Racks RV Rider part # HLY64FR that you referenced. This is only e-bike rack that is motorhome approved like you would need.
view full answer... - Tire Chain Recommendation for Fitting Size 225/40-19
- One inch of fender well clearance is a pretty good amount of clearance. The Thule Easy Fits part # TH04115102 that you referenced would be the best option as they easily work with that clearance and they install very easily and quickly.
Be sure to check your owners manual for tire chain restrictions as well.
view full answer... - Accessory On Mode For 2016 Mini Cooper And Battery Charge Line Kit
- Yes, it will drain the battery. Pressing the ignition button without first depressing the brake pedal will set the vehicles electrical system into accessory mode; same as in a keyed ignition vehicle turning the key forward but not to the point of engaging the starter motor. However, if needed, this is why we have the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles, # RM-156-25. This kit allows up to 15 amps from your RV's battery to be used to maintain the charge of your towed car's...
view full answer... - Trunk Mount Bike Carrier for a 2005 Mini Cooper S Convertible
- For a trunk mount bike carrier for your 2005 Mini Cooper convertible you have a few options. For a 2-bike carrier you could use the Expedition # HRF6-2 or the Over-the-Top # HRF2. For three bikes you could use the Over-the-Top 3, # HRF2-3.
Since the Over-the-Top carriers are designed primarily to reach over spoilers, I would go with one of the Expedition carriers for your Mini Cooper.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a...
view full answer... - How is Ball Mount Accessed with EchoHitch that Fits 2007 Mini Cooper
- You do not have to install a ball mount at same time when installing the EcoHitch part # EH47FR but it is different with this setup. Basically you have to reach under the rear bumper and over the exhaust to install the hitch pin of a ball mount.
view full answer... - Does Front Bumper Have to Come Off to Install Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 521876-1
- The front fascia of the vehicle has to come off to install the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 521876-1 but the bumper itself does not have to come off.
view full answer... - Can the Anti-Rattle Bolt On the RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack Be Switched Out
- The RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 2 Bikes part # RKY10003 comes with its own threaded hitch pin which also incorporates a lock. This hitch pin cannot be replaced as the thread pitch is specific to the rack. I recommend making sure the bolt is tight using a tool like part # PTW38106-24 as well as all other hardware on the rack. The only other option for reduced movement would be an extra strap like the Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap part # 18050.
view full answer... - Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 2004 Mini Cooper S for Flat Towing
- The Roadmaster base plate kit # 521876-1 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit all models of the 2004 Mini Cooper so it will work well on your S model.
It will also fit your Falcon Tow Bar part # RM-520 without the use of an additional adapter.
The Optronics Magnetic Tow Lights # TL21RK would be a great option. You will also want the # 787196 to connect this wiring from your tow vehicle to the front of the towed vehicle.
For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design...
view full answer... - Bike Rack Recommendation for Attaching to Top of Hard Tonneau Cover
- For a bike rack that can attach to the top of a hard tonneau cover like what you have you'd want the Hollywood Racks Truck Bed Bike Carrier # HRT970. This is a bolt-on product that holds your bike at the fork.
view full answer... - Can Demco Stay N Play Install in 2018 Mini Cooper S
- I looked up underhood pictures of your 2018 Mini Cooper and space does look really tight but if you'd be willing to modify some of the appearance panels under there I am sure you could get the main housing of the # DM86VR to fit. A good portion of those plastic covers are just to cover things like what's right above the engine. We don't have any specific install pictures or videos.
For a braking solution that instead sits in the floor boards a Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR might be a simpler...
view full answer... - Recommended Roof Bike Rack for 2023 Mini Cooper S Coupe With Factory Roof Rack
- For a roof bike rack for your 2023 Mini Cooper S Coupe I recommend the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack # TH598004. This is a frame-mount carrier that features an easy-to-load design. The padded clamp holds your bike by the downtube and also has a torque-limiting dial to prevent any damage to the frame.
The bike rack fits 18" - 36" crossbar spreads so you will need to make sure that matches what you have on your vehicle. The minimum wheel diameter is 20" with a maximum diameter of 29"....
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