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  • Single Kayak Trailer Recommendation for 14 Foot Long Kayak
  • The Malone single kayak trailer # MAL73FR that you referenced would be a really great choice for a single kayak trailer. This would easily fit the length of your kayak as well as the weight of it.
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  • Will Weight Distribution and Sway Control Add Tongue Capacity on a 2008 Nissan Xterra
  • For your 2008 Nissan Xterra, adding weight distribution, Reese Round Bar Strait-Line Hitch with Shank, # 66087, will help to alleviate your trailer sway problem but will only increase tongue weight capacity to 600 pounds. That should be just enough for your trailer. The Strait-Line system works well because it uses pro-active sway control that stops trailer sway before it starts. So the dual-cam system will out perform the friction bars by a great deal. This should take care of the sway...
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  • Recommendation to Replace B78-13ST Tires on Trailer with 14 inch Setup
  • Yes, you could replace the 13 inch trailer wheel and tire setup on your trailer with a 14 like with the size ST205/75R14 # 274-000053 which has plenty of weight capacity, a great tread design for dry and wet traction, and also comes with a great warranty that includes tire replacement.
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  • Recommended Kayak Racks for 11-1/2 Foot Long and 85-lbs Kayaks on 2006 Nissan Xterra
  • I have a solution for you, but I was able to determine from my research that the 2006 Nissan Xterra roof has a capacity of 150-lbs, so adding a kayak carrier and 2 kayaks that weigh 85-lbs each would put you over capacity of your roof. Your best solution for carrying kayaks of that length and weight would be using a kayak trailer like the Malone EcoLight # MAL43FR, which comes with extra wide kayak carriers that will fit a variety of different style boats. If you don't already have a...
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  • Recommended Crossbars for a 2007 Nissan Xterra Wanting to Use the Thule Hullavator Pro
  • I'm sorry to hear about that, however I did go ahead and do some research and it actually appears that Thule does not currently have a set of crossbars that'll work with your Xterra, however I do have another solution that'll allow you to use the Thule Hullavator Pro # TH898. What you can do is use the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA118B-2 with the Rhino-Rack SX Series Legs # RRSX008 instead. These crossbars will be appropriately fitted for your vehicle and will allow you to also...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Related Items for Towing with 2008 Nissan Xterra X
  • We offer several choices in a 2-inch Class III hitch for your 2008 Nissan Xterra X and you can see these by clicking on the link provided. I recommend the Curt # 13514 because it has the highest tongue weight capacity (400-lbs) AND has the lowest cost too. You will want to check your owner's manual for confirmation of the vehicle's tongue weight capacity. You'll also need a wiring harness for your trailer's lights. Use part # C56225 if you do not have the factory tow package or part #...
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  • Which Block Heater Fits 2001 Nissan Xterra with 3.3 Liter V6
  • I checked with Kat's and for your 2001 Nissan Xterra with a 3.3 liter V6 engine the correct block heater is the part # KH11417. This replaces a frost plug on your engine.
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  • Fitment of Curt RV Bumper Trailer Hitch Receiver to 2022 Jay Flight SLX7-174BH
  • Yes, the Curt RV Bumper Trailer Hitch Receiver, # E-100 has a 2" square receiver opening and is ideal for hitch accessories such as bike racks and cargo carriers. This is intended for use on 4" square channel bumpers, which is most likely what your new 2022 Jay Flight SLX7-174BH will be equipped with. This has a 350 lb. tongue weight rating. I recommend you use this with the Swagman Nomad Bike Rack for 2 Bikes, # S36FR.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness Options for a 2004 Nissan Xterra
  • The Curt wiring harness # C55244 is meant as a replacement for a 2003 Nissan Xterra that already has a factory 4-Way. If you just need to replace the factory 4-Way this is the harness that you would use and nothing else is required. If the vehicle did not come with a factory 4-Way then you would need a different harness like # C59236 which is a hardwire powered converter. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
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  • Roof Cargo Basket Recommendation for a 2015 Nissan Xterra with Factory Crossbars
  • If your crossbarshave a spread between 20" and 37" apart, the Thule Canyon # TH859Xt would be a good choice. Thule doesn't have specific vehicle fit info for this basket so you would have to measure first to be sure. Or for a similar basket that has been confirmed as a fit we have the Yakima LoadWarrior # Y07070 which is very similar. I attached a review video for you to check out for this as well.
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  • Tire Chain Comparison for 2015 Nissan Xterra with 265/75-16 Tires
  • You are smart to check your owner's manual because many passenger vehicles require low-profile Class S tire chains to avoid clearance issues within the wheel wells. If the auto maker says to use only Class S chains, then that's the final word. Nissan may also state that chains are only to be on one axle, so be sure to observe all of their guidance. For your 265/75-16 tire size we do offer a range of Class S chains that you can see on the link provided. These include the cost-effective...
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  • Dimensions of Timbren Silent Ride Suspension Single Axle Trailer #TSRTSR3500S04
  • I checked with Timbren and the distance you are looking for is 11-7/16” from the center of the axle to the front of the bracket that attaches the kit to your frame. Timbren also told me to tell you that this dimension will only be exact if the trailer does not have a load on it. With more weight on the trailer the dimension will increase slightly. The crossmember will still clear the frame by 9/16 inch. I added a picture that shows the dimension you asked about as well as a few more.
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  • Recommended Kayak Carrier to Haul 2 Kayaks on a 2014 Nissan Xterra
  • To carry 2 kayaks on the roof rack of your 2014 Nissan Xterra Pro 4x I recommend using the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs # Y04073. The J-style carrier will adjust so you can carry 1 or 2 kayaks and has a minimum crossbar spread requirement of 24 inches. It is also made to fit Aero, most factory, round, square, and elliptical styles of crossbars. To add some security to your setup I recommend using the Yakima Same Key System Lock Cores # Y07202 which will allow you to lock the...
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  • Will Sportrack SR1098 Fit Factory Raised Roof Rails of 2000 Nissan Xterra
  • Yes, the Sportrack roof rack part # SR1098 is confirmed as a fit for the raised side rails of your 2000 Nissan Xterra so this would be a great fit for your truck to give you a roof rack.
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  • Hitch That Has Rating As High As Factory Hitch 2005 Nissan Xterra
  • The rating of aftermarket manufacturers could be lower than a factory option for a couple of reasons. This could be the size and design of the hitch to accommodate the frame of the vehicle, spare tire location, or factory mounting points. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Item # 13514 is a great option for an aftermarket hitch for the 2005 Nissan Xterra. With use of Weight Distribution, the Curt hitch rating is increased to 600 pounds tongue weight, and 6,000 pounds for gross tow weight.
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  • Fork Mount Truck Bed Bike Carrier that is Lockable and Compatible with 20 mm Axles
  • The best solution I can provide for you would be to go with a the RockyMounts Bike Carrier # RKY1084 that is lockable. There is not confirmed way to make the Kuat Dirtbag # DRT20 lockable so I would not recommend that route for you.
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  • Aries Grille Guard/Hardware that Fits 2007 Nissan Xterra
  • Aries does not offer a 3 piece brush guard for your 2007 Nissan Xterra so there isn't a hardware kit available that would fit it to your vehicle. The best solution we'd have is a 1-piece Aries Grille Guard part # AA9048 which is confirmed as a fit and looks really great. There is replacement hardware for this kit as part # AABRKT-9048.
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  • How To Determine If You Need Weight Distribution Or Rear Suspension Enhancements
  • I will say that although suspension enhancements are the best option to enhance/increase your suspension's effectiveness and wear life, if you are in any way looking to level the load of a trailer and/or reduce trailer sway, the best option would be to use a weight distribution. The use of a weight distribution system is recommended if your gross trailer weight (GTW) is more than 50% of your vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). In order to choose the correct weight distribution...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a 7-Way and Brake Controller in a 2012 Nissan Xterra
  • You will need to start with a 7-way for your 2012 Xterra. For that you would want the part # 118266 which has been confirmed as a fit. This will give you a 7-way that will allow you to install a brake controller. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. To install the brake controller all you need is the correct install harness # 3050-P. This...
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  • Adding a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller to a 2004 Nissan Xterra
  • I will be happy to clear up what all you will need to add the equipment to tow the trailer and activate the electric brakes. First, if your 2004 Nissan Xterra does not already have a trailer hitch you will need to add one. A popular option is Curt trailer hitch # 13183. This is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver. The hitch itself is rated for 400 pounds tongue weight and 4,000 pounds gross trailer weight but limited to the vehicle capacity if lower. I also recommend etrailer ball...
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