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  • Best Bike Rack to Carry 2 Bikes on 2013 Ford C-Max
  • The Thule OutWay PRO # THJV45 is the best trunk mount bike rack for you. It locks to your 2013 Ford C-Max and the bikes will lock to the rack. It connects to your car using 2 retractable cables and secures the bikes at 3 points. Another option, that may be better since you're going to be driving that far, is to get a trailer hitch receiver for your C-Max and use a hitch mounted bike rack. A hitch mounted rack will be much more stable than the trunk mount and will not make any contact...
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  • Will The Malone J-Pro2 Kayak Carrier Work With The Rhino Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars?
  • Yes, the Malone J-Pro2 Kayak Carrier # MPG117MD will work with your Rhino Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA126B-2. All aero type crossbars are a somewhat standard size, the brackets that come with the Malone Kayak Carrier can be used with any brand aero bar with no issues.
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  • Rubber Adjusters to Fit Snow Tire Cables for 255/50-17 Sized Tires on a 2017 Ford C-Max
  • Yes, the # PW99 adjusters fit the # PW1034 Glacier Cable snow tire chains. They're labeled for light trucks but they're also the correct size for 17 inch rims.
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  • Identifying Base Plate Kit Installed On 2015 Ford C-Max and Recommending Compatible Tow Bar
  • Thanks for the picture! Based on the location of the safety cable bracket it appears that you have the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 524432-1, but I do not see the actual arms in your picture. If you are missing the arms you can order replacements using # RM-ARMS and filling out the order form by clicking the instructions link. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Flacon All-Terrain # RM-522 as it is our most popular tow bar due to its non-binding...
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  • How Do You Know if the Stop Light Switch Kit is Needed When Installing SMI Air Force One
  • Here's how you will know if the SMI Air Pressure Stop Light Switch Kit # SM99629 is needed when using the SMI Air Force One supplemental braking system. With you engine turned off on your vehicle go out and press the brake pedal of the vehicle. If the brake lights come on then you don't need this switch. If they only come on when the vehicle is on the part # SM99629 would be needed. I attached an install video link for this product for you to check out.
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  • Hollywood RV Rider Height
  • If I understand correctly the measurement you are asking for, that is highly dependent on how you arrange the bikes and bike rack. If your objective is to identify and ensure clearance of the bike tires to the ground, then I can assure you that if properly loaded, the bike tires will not be lower than the bottom of the rack hitch. Please see the attached images and the link to product review and installation video. Hope this helps. Happy Camping.
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  • Can Thule Accessories Fit Into Rhino-Rack Aero Crossbars?
  • We have confirmed that many Thule accessories can fit into the T-slot on Rhino-Rack aero crossbars, and vice versa. You shouldn't need an adapter to do so. Feel free to provide information on the specific parts that you were wanting to install onto the Rhino-Rack crossbars and I can make sure everything looks alright, but you shouldn't have an issue as I do not see any reason why your Thule accessory would not fit into the Rhino-Rack T-slot channel.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for 2017 Ford C-Max
  • The Curt # C59236 you referenced is not a vehicle specific item, it's pretty much a universal fit that would work just fine on your 2017 Ford C-Max. If you click the provided link, you can see the install video you referred to, showing the wiring harness being installed on a 2013 C-Max. Since both vehicles are from the same model generation, the installation procedure shuold be similar, but I'd recommend using a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to test the wires in the taillight harnesses...
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  • Does Curt Trailer Hitch C12092 Fit 2014 Ford C-Max Energi?
  • According to Curt, hitch # C12092 is a fit for all models of the 2014 Ford C-Max which includes the Energi models and they have previously confirmed it is a fit for this vehicle. This is a Class II hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver and is a bolt-on installation so no drilling into your frame will be necessary. Please keep in mind that the related accessories will need to be Class II rated, and that this hitch is going to require the use of stabilizing straps # 18050 with all non-trailer...
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  • Will Hollywood Racks Bike Carrier Work With Womens Bike Frame On 2014 Ford C-Max
  • The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider 2 2-Bike Platform Rack, part # HR1000Z will work with both 1-1/4 and 2 inch hitch receiver openings. This bike rack weighs approximately 37 lbs and has the folding and tilting feature you mentioned. With the adjustable wheel holder trays, it can accommodate bikes with up to 60 inch wheelbase and tire width up to 3 inches. It has a weight capacity of 90 lbs. This also has a shank rise of 5 inches for additional ground clearance. The adjustable arms on the...
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  • 2 inch Trailer Hitch for 2017 Ford C-Max for Bike Rack
  • For your 2017 Ford C-Max we have a 2 inch hitch with the EcoHitch part # 306-X7200 which would work great with your bike rack that was designed for a 2 inch hitch. Using a hitch adapter isn't a great idea since they cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent due to additional leverage.
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  • Recommended Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack for Class II Hitch on 2013 Ford C-Max
  • The Curt 1-1/4-inch, Class II Trailer Hitch part # C12092 with the 1-1/4-inch Class II Trailer Hitch is a confirmed fit on your 2013 Ford C-Max, as is the higher-priced 2-inch hitch from EcoHitch, part # 306-X7200. These are both great hitches, the Curt hitch has a warranty requirement of using a support strap # 18050 when using a bike rack. If you don't care to bother with this, then the EcoHitch Hidden would be a better choice. I linked an install video for the Curt hitch. The Kuat...
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  • Assembly of Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes
  • There is going to be assembly required when putting together the Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes # RM-2050-1. I have sent you the link to the instructions which goes into detail about what you are going to need to do but it is going to require you to put together the hub assemblies, fenders, wheels, wiring harness and ramps. I've added a link to some install videos for you to take a look at as well.
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  • Does Thule Outway Platform Trunk Rack Fit 2018 Ford Grand C-Max
  • Yes, the Thule Outway Platform Trunk Rack part # TH65JV is compatible with your 2018 Ford Grand C-Max.
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  • Will the Thule Helium Aero Bike Carrier Fit a 2014 Ford C-Max and Specialized AI Sport Bikes
  • The Thule Helium Aero # TH9042PRO will be an excellent choice for your 2014 Ford CMAX and the Class I trailer hitch you have. The bike rack weighs only 18-1/4 pounds and if the rack is loaded to its maximum capacity of 37.5 pounds per bike then the total weight would be well within the capabilities of the hitch. I have linked a video review of the bike rack for you. If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike...
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  • Will Blue Ox Tow Bar Fit Roadmaster Base Plates
  • The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 524432-1 on your 2013 Ford C-Max can be used with a Blue Ox tow bar like the Avail # BX7420. All you need is the correct adapter. Since this is a crossbar-style you would need the Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032. If you were going to use it with the Roadmaster # RM-523193-5 on your 2021 Equinox you would need the # BX88185 instead since it is the Direct-Connect style.
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  • Is Thule EasyFold XT Compatible With EcoHitch Trailer Hitch For 2016 Ford C-Max
  • The EcoHitch # 306-X7200 fits your 2016 Ford C-Max and will work with the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202. I personally verified the measurement and it was well over 2". From my research your bike is approximately 48 pounds, and the EasyFold XT supports up to 65 pound bikes.
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  • Will Curt Trailer Hitch Fit a 2013 Ford C-Max Energi
  • After contacting the manufacturer, they have confirmed that the Curt # C12092 is compatible with all 2013 Ford C-Max trim packages and styles, which includes the Energi. It is strongly advised that you check with your vehicle owner manual to ensure that your vehicle is capable of towing or carrying cargo/accessories via a trailer hitch. As well as checking what the specified weight limitations are for your 2013 Ford C-Max Energi. Please keep in mind that # C12092 is rated as a Class...
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  • Trailer Tow Hitch for a 2014 Ford C-Max Energi
  • Curt lists Class II, 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch # C12092 as a fit for all models of the 2014 Ford C-Max so that would include Energi models. I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said yes, it does fit all models. Since you will be using the hitch for a non-trailer load (bike rack) in order to be in compliance with Curt's warranty requirements you will need to use stabilization strap # 18050 with the bike rack.
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  • Carrying a Cannondale Cujo Mountain Bike on a Thule Raceway Pro Installed to a Ford C-Max
  • One of the easiest ways to fix this is to use an adapter bar like the Swagman Frame Bar, part #64005. This is an easy to attach part that will attach below the seat and handlebars of the bike and allow it to ride parallel to the ground, minimizing the risk that the bike will hit the ground on a bump. You may need to ratchet the arms on the Thule Raceway Pro, part # TH9001PRO to raise it from the 2-3 inches you will lose in terms of height from riding it on its existing frame. If you do...
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