Expert Answers about Mazda

• Difference Between the MCL97RB and MCL97RPG Optronics Identification Light Bars
• Yes, the only difference between these light bars is that the # MCL97RPG has the 0.180 male bullet at the end of the wire and the # MCL97RB just has a regular wire you'd use a butt connector like part # DW05744-5 for the installation. Other than that everything else is the same. I have attached review videos and photos for you to reference the differences as well.
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• Height Comparison of Curt Cargo Carriers # C18151 and # C18152
• The bent shank on the Curt # C18152 is indeed going to give you more ground clearance than the straight shank on the # C18151. It will give you 2-1/2 inches more of a rise than the # C18151 carrier will. The weight capacity of both cargo carriers is 500lbs so the carrying capacity is the same between racks, but what makes the difference is that the angled shank elevates the platform for better ground clearance and easier loading. The # C18152 also has a slightly larger platform compared...
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• Comparing Tire Sizes For Replacement Trailer Tires Currently Using Size 5.7-8 on Motorcycle Trailer
• Your current 5.7-8 tires are 5.7 inches wide and 18 inches in diameter. Moving to 145/80r12 tires would give you the same width, but a larger diameter of 21.1 inches. If you want to stay with your current size tires I've linked the page to all your options. This will give you a height difference of 3 inches and that reduces your wheel well or fender clearance by 1.5 inches. You need to account for suspension travel, but if you have enough clearance you can swap out your wheels and tires. For...
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• 2010 Mazda CX9 Wiring Harness Tow Ready # 118520 Versus Curt # 56016 for 2010 Mazda CX-9
• Both vehicle wiring harnesses are pretty similar, but if I had to choose between the two, I would choose the Curt # 56016. The Curt converter box has a slightly higher amperage capacity, is a bit less expensive and uses a superior method of constructing the electronic circuits in the converter box. The Curt box uses what they refer to as Surface Mount Technology, where the components are soldered directly to the circuit board, rather than through holes in the board. This typically results...
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• Comparison Of Swagman And Rhino-Rack Platform-Style Hitch-Mounted Bike Carriers
• Both of the bike carriers, part # S64686 and part # RRRBC048 are nice carriers. They both have many features that are the same such as ratcheting hooks to hold the bikes in place, and tilting even when the bikes are loaded for rear cargo area access. They have the same weight capacity and can be used in 1-1/4 and 2-inch trailer htich receivers. The Swagman carrier uses cable locks in each arm while the Rhino-Rack has a cable that is used with the hitch pin lock. The Swagman has a distance...
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• Choosing Between Class II and Class III Hitch for 2018 Mazda CX-5
• When a choice of hitch classes is available for any vehicle we always recommend going with the higher-capacity option since the cost is usually about the same. You can refer to the linked hitch article for details about the various types of hitches offered. In the case of your 2018 Mazda CX-5 we have both 1-1/4-inch Class II hitches like Curt # C12170 and 2-inch Class III hitches. I recommend the 2-inch Class III Draw-Tite hitch # 76138 since it has the highest weight capacity, the best...
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• Choosing Between Kuat Transfer KU64FR and RockyMounts MonoRail Solo RKY10007 Single Bike Racks
• Either the Kuat Tranfer 1 # KU64FR or the RockyMounts MonoRail Solo 1 # RKY10007 would handle the bikes you describe easily. Both would hold the bikes by the tires, so the fact that the rack won't come into contact with the frame will work well with your Carbon Fiber framed bike as well as the aluminum framed one. Either rack has sufficient room to handle your 45 inch wheelbase mountain bike as well as the 3 inch wide tires. Both racks offer raised shanks for tons of ground clearance,...
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• What is the Difference Between Trailer Wiring Harnesses for the 2013 Mazda CX-5
• For the 2013 Mazda CX-5 the Tow Ready wiring harness # 118563 is a powered converter that requires a direct connection to the vehicle battery to power the trailer lights. This protects the vehicle wiring and electrical components from damage. Because this unit uses a powered converter it will have a higher amperage rating (if the trailer has a lot of lights) than the Curt harness. The Curt harness # C56011 does not require a connection to the battery so it gets all of the power from the...
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• Differences Between Kuat Beta and Thule Roadway for 2010 Mazda 5 with Class I Receiver
• The main difference between the two racks is the weight differential, as you mentioned. The Kuat # B202-114 Beta bike rack has a slightly higher weight capacity, 80 lbs versus the 70 lb capacity of the Thule Roadway. Both racks have anti-wobble systems, the Thule rack uses a threaded hitch pin that snugs the shank of the rack tightly against the side of the receiver, while the Kuat rack uses a standard hitch pin, along with a knob that is used to tighten the rack/receiver connection. I...
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• Comparing Thule Helium and Kuat Beta Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Racks for a 2007 Mazda Miata
• According to what I found on the Hard Dog site, their hitches are Class I, so you will need to find a rack that will fit a Class I hitch. The Kuat Beta, part # B202-114, and Thule Helium Aero, part # TH9042PRO, will both fit Class I hitches. Any high quality hitch bike rack should not have a problem with speed bumps, provided you take the bump at an appropriate speed. Quality manufacturers test their bike racks on the roads and on testing machines in their engineering departments to...
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• Comparing the Thule T2 and Yakima HoldUp Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Racks for a 2011 Mazda CX-9
• Bike racks are not vehicle specific there are just some that vehicle owners purchase more often for certain vehicles than others. Since you have a 2 inch trailer hitch on your 2011 Mazda CX-9, you can use the Yakima HoldUp, # Y02443. The Thule T2, # TH83GC will also fit. I have linked video reviews of both racks for you. The Holdup has a capacity of 60 pounds per bike and the T2 has a 50 pound per bike capacity. The HoldUp will accept 14 to 29 inch bike wheels. The T2 will accept 20 to...
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• Comparing Thule Helium Aero 3 and Kuat Alpha Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Racks for a 2014 Mazda CX-5
• Hands down my favorite bike racks are the Thule Helium Aero series such as # TH9043PRO. Basically, the rack has a great set of features. It has the integrated cable lock, cradles with road-dampening technology, built-in anti rattle and locks, and it weighs only 19-1/2 pounds. The Kuat Alpha, A102-Black, for 2 inch hitches or A102-BLACK-114, for 1-1/4 inch hitches are no longer made but when they were they were excellent racks and weighed just over 14 pounds. If you wanted a rack that would...
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• What Is The Difference Between The Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad GN27FR & GN34FR?
• The only difference between the Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad with 12V Car Adapter # GN27FR and the Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad # GN34FR is that # GN27FR also includes the 12V Car Adapter for Ignik Heated Accessories - 6' Long # GN87FR.
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• Curt vs. Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Comparison for 2021 Mazda CX-5
• Since the Draw Tite Hitch part # 76138 that fits your 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a slightly higher towing capacity than the Curt # C13315 it would be my recommendation as best option. If you were looking for trailer wiring too the Tekonsha kit part # 118746 is best option as it has easiest install and most reliable converter box.
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• How to Carry 3 Bikes on a 2013 Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback
• There is 1 bike rack that meets all of your needs, the Thule Helium Aero Aluminum 3 Bike Rack, # TH9043PRO. The Thule brand is well respected in the biking community and this rack is made right here in the USA. I have attached a demonstration video of this bike racks for you to check out. I noticed you are planning on using the bike rack on a 2013 Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback. All of the trailer hitches available for your vehicle are Class I rated, which means you will be limited to carrying...
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• Comparing Trailer Wiring Harnesses for a 2008 Mazda CX-7
• Yes, the Curt trailer wiring harness # C55593 is a confirmed fit a 2008 Mazda CX-7 that came with a factory installed towing package. If you are not sure if your CX-7 has a factory tow package, then have a dealer run the vehicle VIN and they should be able to tell you how it is equipped. The Curt harness is actually rated for a little more power draw at 6 amps for running lights and 3 amps for brake/turn signals per side. The Tow Ready harness is rated for 5 amps and 2.1 amps, respectively. If...
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• Comparing Yakima Baseline and Skyline Towers on 2015 Mazda CX-5
• When comparing the height of each option, the lowest Yakima Roof Rack for your vehicle consists of the Yakima RoundBar SL Adapter # Y03536 to utilize your previous Yakima round bars, the BaseLine Towers # Y28TR, the BaseClip Fit Kit # Y06130 and # Y06132. Overall this system will be about an inch shorter than the Skyline tower and base option.
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• Comparing Trailer Hitches for a 2019 Mazda CX-5
• I'd be happy to help you decide on a trailer hitch for your 2019 Mazda CX-5! The first thing to note is that there are trailer hitches with a 1-1/4" receiver and hitches with a 2" receiver. You definitely want to go with a 2" receiver because it opens up the opportunity to use a wider variety of accessories with the hitch. With that being said, there are 3 options for your vehicle; the etrailer.com # e98902, the Curt # C13315, and the Draw-Tite # 76138. All 3 options exceed the weight...
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• Hidden Hitch VS Regular Hitch for Carrying Bikes on a 2012 Mazda 5
• Hidden Hitch is a brand name and the receiver will end up in the same position and will typically install much the same as the other brands of hitches that fit on your 2012 Mazda 5. there are not advantages or dis-advantages for your vehicle when using the Hidden Hitch brand. No additional parts will be needed for carrying a bike rack with any of the hitches available for your car, except the bike rack itself. For carrying a bike rack on your 2012 Mazda 5, I would recommend using the Hidden...
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• Comparing Thule XB16 and XG12 Pro Tire Chains for a 2014 Mazda CX-5
• If you imagine that you are on the side of the road, in the cold, wet snow, with other vehicles going by you can probably guess that you would want the chains that are going to be the easiest to install. Something that you won't have to put on, drive a little, and then get out again to adjust. If you go with the XG12 Pro chains for your 2014 Mazda CX-5, # TH01594245, you will have chains that are easier to handle and you won't have to manually adjust them. For me, that is well worth the...
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