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  • Recommended Roof Rack For Roof Top Tent On 2020 Ford Transit Connect Long Wheelbase
  • Congratulations on your new Roofnest Falcon XL! For your 2020 Ford Transit Connect Long Wheelbase I recommend the Thule Roof Rack System that uses Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long # TH711420, Thule Rapid Podium Feet for Thule Crossbars # TH460R, and Fit Kit # THKIT3032. This system will give you 53" of useable crossbar space to support your roof top tent and a 165lb weight capacity. The roof top tents we offer like the Yakima Skyrise # Y07437 require a minimum...
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  • Can I Use The RockyMount Single Bike Rack With A Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
  • I do have a solution for you, but it will require you to consider a different hitch bike rack. Anytime you add an adapter to your setup, you reduce the maximum tongue weight of that system by 50%. A swing-away hitch attachment is considered an adapter. Unfortunately, you cannot use two adapters in the same system, so you will not be able to use the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount, part # RKY10007. This is because it has an adapter to...
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  • Is There a Bolt-On Roof Rack for a 2016 Ford Transit Connect
  • I do have an option for you but the only roof rack we offer for a 2016 Ford Transit Connect that bolts on is the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars System composed of part # TH711400, part # TH49SC, and part # TH73ZE. The installation of this kit requires access to the underside of the roof panel. The headliner, if present, will need to be removed for proper installation. This vehicle comes with two fixed-point bar spreads. The narrower bar spread position must be used to fit Thule accessories
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  • Recommended Rear Suspension Enhancement For 2012 Ford Transit Connect
  • I have a different option for you, but there is not an air helper spring kit designed to fit your 2012 Ford Transit Connect. The Firestone # F2603 fits the 2013-2021 vans but not yours as 2013 was the first year of the 4th generation, and your 2012 van was the last year of the 3rd generation which has different suspension. For your van I recommend going with the SuperSprings Custom Suspension Stabilizer and Sway Control Kit # SSA29 which offers 1,400lbs of load leveling support, but also...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2020 Ford Transit 350HD Service Body
  • There is not a custom fit option for your 2020 Ford Transit 350 Cutaway Cab and Chassis. My recommendation for your trailer hitch is the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Receiver - Weld On - Class V - 2" # 41991-07.
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  • Low Profile Cargo Tray for Roof of 2018 Ford Transit Connect Long Wheelbase with OEM Crossbars
  • For your 2018 Ford Transit Long Wheelbase with the factory crossbars Yakima has the LockNLoad Platform Roof Tray part # Y05044 as a confirmed fit which I think you'd really like. It's lower profile, aluminum, easy to install, and also 55 inch long by 49 inch wide. I attached an install video link to this page for you to check out as well.
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  • 3rd TracRac Bar for a 2014 Ford Transit Connect Rooftop System
  • A third crossbar can be added to the 2014 Ford Transit Connect, but you will need to purchase a second full 2 bar kit, part # TH29611XT. This will install one bar into the middle set of holes on the roof of your 2014 Ford Transit Connect. I haven't had any customers reporting use of this system, but I anticipate that you'll get a little more wind noise from the third bar and any accessories you add. Remember that you'll need to purchase accessories and adapters for a TracRac bar, as...
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  • Crossbar Spread of Rhino Rack Roof Rack that Fits 2013 Ford Transit Connect
  • The crossbar spread of the Rhino Rack roof rack part number # RLZ01-DC that you referenced is 39 inches. This is distance measured between crossbar centers. There would be between 3 and 4 inches under the bars and between your roof depending on where you measured.
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  • Attaching Solar Panels to Roof Rack that Fits 2012 Ford Transit Connect Rhino Rack Roof Rack
  • I'd recommend a Pioneer Platform tray like the part # RR42115BF to attach your solar panels to the roof rack # RLZ01-DC via the top channel of the bars. The t-bolts of the tray will allow you to easily connect the platform to the rack and will give you flat and very secure tray to attach your solar panels.
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  • 4-Pole Trailer Wiring Harness for 2014 Ford Transit Connect
  • Many of the 4-pole trailer wiring kits we sell will install at the vehicle's tail lights. The harness connectors on such kits install in between the vehicle plugs and the tail lights themselves. For the 2014 Ford Transit Connect we have three such products, all shown on the linked page, and all of these use custom connectors selected to match those on your vehicle. Of the three we have I recommend the Tekonsha # 118613 since we find their wiring products to be the most reliable. If you...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness Options for a 2010 Ford Transit Connect
  • The Curt trailer wiring harness, # 56090, is a fit for a 2010 Ford Transit Connect. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. If the vehicle came with a factory tow package, the correct wiring harness is # 118585. I have included a link to the installation instructions for this harness as well.
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  • Replacement Hardware for Curt Hitch for 2020 Ford Transit Connect
  • To replace the hardware for your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13167 for your 2020 Ford Transit Connect you'll need to order part # RHK and then select Curt as the manufacturer and input 13167 for the hitch number. This will get you any hardware that would have come with the hitch when you first installed it on your 2016 Transit Connect, including the guide wire you mentioned. Attached is an installation video of this hitch on a 2020 Transit Connect for you...
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  • Can a Trailer Hitch be Installed on a 2012 Ford Transit Connect with Wheelchair Lift
  • My first question is where is the wheelchair lift mounted? Because it could use the same mounting area/locations as a trailer hitch would. It might be a moot point though because with a trailer hitch installed, such as # 75678, the receiver will be directly below the rear fascia, with the cross tube also taking up some space in that general area, and that would interfere with the lift. Take a look at the diagram that shows what I mean. What I recommend is to install a roof rack on top...
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  • Recommended Anti-Sway Bars for 2021 Thor Axis 25.6 on Ford E-450 Chassis
  • For your 2021 Thor Axis on Ford E450 Chassis, you will want the Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1139-147 and the Roadmaster Front Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1139-176. The rear anti-sway bar is the biggest impact because the enhanced stability greatly impacts the body roll and the rear axle positioning requires more stabilizing overall. The front anti-sway is the next thing we recommend adding as it helps keep the front end more stable which helps with steering as well but this is the second...
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  • Will Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Fit 2019 Ford Transit Connect
  • Though I'm not quite sure what you mean by "what are the dimensions" in reference to Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch # 75852, I can tell you that this hitch will fit all models of 2019 Ford Transit Connect, so if that's what you have it will absolutely fit your vehicle! I have added a link to the installation instructions as well as an install video for you to check out of this hitch being installed on a Ford Transit Connect. For towing you will also need a wiring harness to power your...
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  • Anchor Strap for Roof Rack that Shuts in Hood
  • We have something similar to that with the hood anchor straps from Malone part # MPG308 which you'd shut in the hood and gives you a nylon loop to attach to. You could also look at the Thule Hood Loops # TH529 that attach to a bolt under the hood and stay there when not in use. I have attached videos of both products for you to check out.
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  • Can 12-Volt Connection for Powered Taillight Converter Be Connected to 12-V Outlet
  • This is a common question. Theoretically, what you propose could work but it isn't recommended. Drawing the power directly from the battery helps isolate the vehicle's expensive to repair electrical system from any short circuits that could occur in the trailer wiring, which is why the trailer harness manufacturers recommend installing a direct battery connection. I've linked to the installation instructions for the Curt # C56218 trailer wiring harness, an install video and a help article...
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  • Replacement Lifting Mechanism for MaxxAir 7000K Roof Vent Fan
  • It sounds like you could be referring to either Replacement Operator Mechanism part # MA10-20281K-1AF or Replacement Lift Arm part # MA10-20222KS which are both fits for a MaxxAir 7000K Roof Vent Fan. If you need a different part let me know but these are all that's available for the lifting mechanisms aside from the Replacement Lift Motor part # MA10-20270. If you're looking for a less complicated replacement that would be the MaxxAir MaxxFan Mini Roof Vent part # MA00-04401M which is...
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  • 7-Way Trailer Wiring and Hitch for 2015 Ford Transit Connect
  • To install a 7-way connector like what you described in your 2015 Ford Transit Connect will first require a 4-way like the part # 118613 which is a confirmed fit. Now if your trailer does not have brakes all you would need is the part # 37185 as an adapter to convert the 4-way to a 7-way. If you do have trailer brakes you would need the # ETBC7 instead of the # 37185 and a brake controller. This kit comes with everything needed to wire up the 7-way and install a brake controller. For...
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  • What is The Height Of The CargoBuckle Ladder Rack Straps From Bolt Base To Bottom of Hook Opening.
  • I hope I got the right measurement for you Roberto. I included a image with the measurement points that I took on the CargoBuckle Ladder Rack Straps # CB32MR below. If you are needing a different measurement please let me know.
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