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  • Recommended Solution for Swing Away Adapter and Platform Rack for Heavy E-Bikes on 2017 Ford F-150
  • It looks like the Rambo Roamer e-bikes weigh 63-lbs each and have tires that are 4" wide, so I recommend using the Saris MTR 2 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting # SA4031-33; you will need to remove the batteries to carry these bikes and get them under 60-lbs, which is the per bike capacity. This is the only rack we currently offer that fits only on 2" hitches and can carry fat tire e-bikes like your Rambo Roamers; using a rack with a 2" hitch is required for use with...
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  • Parts Needed for Removing Lock Cores for Yakima Same Key System SKS Baseline Towers
  • You're looking for the Replacement Control Key for Yakima Same Key System # Y8007835, which will allow you to move lock cores from your existing Yakima towers to your new Baseline towers. This disengages the splines on the lock cores to allow them to be removed from towers, bike racks or cargo boxes equipped with Yakima SKS locks. It looks like you've got a 2019 Ford Ranger so the complete Yakima roof rack kit for your vehicle that uses the Yakima 48" Roundbars # Y00408 you were looking...
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  • Recommended Weight distribution for 10K equipment trailer
  • When it comes to installing a weight distribution system on you 10,000 pound equipment trailer I would recommend using The Curt MV Weight Distribution System - Round Bar - 14,000 pounds GTW, 1,400 pounds TW # C17057. When using a weight distribution system you will get the best ride when the trailers tongue weight is as close as possible to rated tongue weight limit of the distribution system. If you go way over or way under the recommend tongue weight that would cause more sway and could...
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  • How Can The Demco Recon 5th Wheel Hitch Work With My 2022 Ford F-250 With OEM Pucks?
  • For your 2022 Ford F-250, to be able to use the Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550043 with your factory pucks, you're actually going to want to use the: -Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550045-5W instead. This is the exact same hitch as # DM8550043, but is designed to be used with your factory pucks. The Demco Recon # DM8550045-5W has a maximum towing capacity of 21,000lbs, a vertical load limit of 4,000lbs, and has 3 height settings that can be adjusted to fit any...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Ford Ranger Behind a Motor Home
  • If your 2006 Ford Ranger is an XL or XLT then use # 483-1 for base plates. Use # 477-1 if it's a Sport model or # 477-5 for the STX. All of these sets are compatible with the Blackhawk 2 tow bar # RM-422 The tow bar is rated for 10,000 pounds. You will also need safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For safety cables use # BX88196, rated for 7,500 pounds. For lighting you can use a simple magnetic light kit # TLL21RK. Most states now require a supplemental braking system...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Ford Fiesta SE & How to Choose a High-Low Adapter
  • Definitely a smart idea to ensure you are ordering all the right parts to flat tow your 2019 Ford Fiesta SE because it's a bundle of parts. So let's start with the parts you mentioned. - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-524438-5 does fit your '19 Fiesta - Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676 is also compatible with the direct-connect base plates you chose and is the best tow bar on the market so it is a great choice that will fit the Tow Bar Cover...
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  • Replacement Air Conditioner For A Dometic Duo Therm On A 2009 Pleasure Way Excel
  • Yes, that is correct, the Advent Air Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Dometic Setup w/ Start Capacitor # ACDOM150 is a direct replacement for Dometic Duo Therm A/C on your 2009 Pleasure Way Excel Motorhome. Using this unit should not require you to have to make any modifications, and will be plug and play.
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  • Can I Get A Single Thule Crossbar, Pair Of Thule Evo Feet, And Half Thule Fit Kit 5271
  • I spoke to a Thule representative and Thule no longer carries single crossbars unless they are the Thule WingBar Edge. The same goes for the Thule fit kits and Thule feet only being sold in sets of four. If you decide to go with the parts you will need the following items: Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars - Steel - 60" Long - Qty 2, part # TH712500 Evo Clamp Feet for Thule Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4, part # TH710501 Fit Kit for Thule Evo Clamp Roof Rack Feet - 145271, part # TH29TX I...
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch for 2013 F-150 FX2 Towing 2018 Jayco Whitehawk 24MBH
  • I'll start out by saying that the GVWR of 7100-lbs on your 2013 F-150 refers to the maximum combined weight when calculating the curb weight, passengers and luggage/payload in your truck (a full tank of gas and 150-lbs driver are usually no included in the GWVR limit). Assuming you've got a roughly 5200-lbs curb weight of the truck you'll have roughly 8300-lbs for your passengers, luggage and loaded trailer; further assuming your trailer is fully loaded you can load about 1000-lbs of passengers...
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  • Recommended Trailer Side 7 Way Plug With Handles to Make Removal Easier
  • It sounds like you're looking for a 7 way trailer end plug, so the Pollak Black Plastic, 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector - Trailer End # PK12706 is what you're looking for. This has the handles on the sides to make removal easier and it will fit in the factory 7 way plug XL3T-14A624-BA that you've mentioned. If you need any wiring components to complete the installation of this you can use either 10 gauge # 10-1-1 or 12 gauge wiring # 12-1-1, which are sold by the foot; you may also...
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  • Recommended Tire Chains for 2019 Ford F-450 When Towing 5th Wheel Over Snowy Mountain Passes
  • It looks like your 2019 Ford F-450 Super Duty has 225/70r19.5 tires, so the Titan Chain # TC4419 you were looking at would work, but I recommend going with the Titan Chain # TC4814CAM because the V-bar links provide much better traction in deep snow and ice. These chains also come with cam tighteners to make for a bit easier installation since they'll connect and tighten as you drive. I've linked a short review video on this type of chain for you to have a look at, but these would be...
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  • Can I Convert Rain Gutter TracRac to Work on Fixed Mounting Points of 2016 Ford Transit T350
  • Yes. You could use your old Thule TracRac TracVan Van Ladder Rack - 3 Bar - 750 lbs # TH29056XT bars and convert them over for use on your 2016 Ford Transit T350. You would need to use the Rapid Podium Feet for Thule Crossbars - Fixed Point - Qty 4 # TH460R and the Fit Kit for Thule Podium-Style Roof Rack Feet - 3138 # THKIT3138, which would allow you to use your old bars. Because the cost isn't that much different purchasing everything separately, you may want to just order the entire...
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  • Recommended Towing Package For A 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series
  • When it comes to installing a towing package on your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series there is a few things you will need. First the trailer hitch. If you have a standard bed model Ford or the step side model Ford The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # 75740 is confirmed for your vehicle. This trailer hitch has an easy, bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a black powder coat finish that covers an e-coat base for superior rust...
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  • Base Plate Kit and Other Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Ford Fiesta
  • For your 2014 Ford Fiesta, you can use the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e98968 which fits all models of the 2014 Fiesta. This base plate kit will work with a variety of tow bars, there is an adapter depending on which tow bar you use. In order to flat tow your 2014 Ford Fiesta you will need a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking system along with the base plate kit. I have included an option for each of these below. Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow...
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  • 5th Wheel Installation Kit for a 2013 F-350 Without OEM Prep Package and B and W RVK3300 Hitch
  • The Reese Elite Series Under-Bed Installation Kit, # RP30126, is exactly what you need to mount the B and W Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch, # BWRVK3300, in your 2013 Ford F-350 King Ranch. The Elite Series installation kit is the same kit as the Ford OEM fifth wheel prep package. The 4 pucks in the truck bed will be in the same location as the Ford OEM package. This kit comes with all of the hardware necessary to complete the installation and I have attached a link to the installation instructions...
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  • Are Diodes Necessary When Wiring 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid for Flat Towing
  • Roadmaster recommends using a diode kit, and because the folks at Roadmaster are the smartest people in the room when it comes to flat towing, I'm prepared to give them the benefit of the doubt and would highly recommend going with the # RM-15267 diode kit. In addition to the diode kit, you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high/low adapter. I'll run through some recommended parts: - # RM39FR Base Plate Kit - # RM-522 Falcon...
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  • Are the Rubber Adjusters # PW99 Needed for 265/70R17 Tires on a 2003 Ford Expedition
  • I do recommend using the Glacier Rubber Adjusters, # PW99, with the Glacier Tire Chains, # PWH2828SC, with size 265/70R17 tires. We tested these tire chains on that tire size and determined the cam tighteners did not provide enough tension by themselves. I found an owners manual for your 2003 Ford Expedition and it says Ford only recommends using cable style chains or Ford accessory tire chains on your Expedition. For cable style snow chains, I recommend going with the Titan Cable Chains,...
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  • Socket & Wrench Needed For Hitch Ball on Weight Distribution System
  • To adjust the hitch ball in your weight distribution system, what you will need is a socket and torque wrench; for the socket you will need the following: - 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket - 3/4" Drive # ALL643216 This will require a torque/socket wrench with a 3/4" drive; I have added a link below to a video showing exactly how the socket works for a weight distribution system.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Ford Mustang GT Behind a Motor Home
  • The instructions for Roadmaster base plates, # 466-1, do not indicate any fascia trimming or removal on the 2004 Ford Mustang. I have included a link to the instructions for you. For a compatible tow bar a popular option is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. I have linked its instructions and a video for you to view. You will also need safety cables such as # RM-643. The coiled design of these cables helps keep them off of the ground. For lighting you are probably going to want to go with a magnetic...
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  • What Hardware Do I Need to Install My Demco Fifth-Wheel Hitch on My 2004 Ford F-250 (6-3/4 ft. Bed)?
  • For your above-bed Demco fifth-wheel hitch, you just need the standard above-bed rails. I recommend the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit # DM8552006-71. The installation kit comes with all hardware required for a drill-free installation on your 2004 Ford F-250 (6-3/4 ft. bed).
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