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  • Recommended Trunk-Mount Bike Rack for 2010 Cadillac CTS
  • The trunk-mount racks I can recommend for your husband's 2010 Cadillac CTS will depend on which vehicle version we're considering. If it is the 2-door coupe, then our only choice is the SeaSucker Komodo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - Fork Mount. This is a Vacuum Cup mounted carrier that works amazingly but is quite pricey. Part # 298-BK1910-AB. This one is blue, but it comes in 3 other colors. If the CTS is a 4-door sedan then the Thule OutWay # TH45JV that you referenced is the best choice....
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  • Recommended Roof Bike Rack Compatible with Rhino Rack Vortex Roof Rack
  • There are many options of Bike Racks compatible with your Rhino Rack Vortex Roof Rack, # Y02-490B. I would recommend the Yakima FrontLoader Wheel Mount Bike Carrier - Roof Mount, # Y02103. This mount holds your bike in place by the tires, but shouldn't interfere with your pegs. This is also a nice option with lockable cores # Y07202. I've attached some review videos of these racks for you.
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  • Recommended Tow Dolly for 2006 Cadillac CTS-V Models
  • I reached out to my contact at RoadMaster and they said they have confirmed a fit for the CTS but the CTS-V and the Sport Package models are not a fit for drivability issues as well as trim interference. According to the 2006 Cadillac CTS and CTS-V owners manual, you should not flat tow this vehicle. I've attached the owners manual pages to show this. I recommend using the Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs # RM-2050-1 . You will also need the Pollak Black Plastic,...
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  • Wiring for Rewiring Small Trailer with 4-Way Connector
  • We have 4-way bonded wire that we offer by the foot with part # 16-4B-1 which you could use to rewire your trailer.
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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2003 Cadillac CTS
  • When it comes to picking out a transmission cooler for a vehicle there is not a list of confirmed coolers that will fit different vehicles. The best way to pick one out is to measure the area in front of your radiator and pick a cooler that will fit in that area. If you have the room I think a Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit # D13502 should work well to cool the transmission fluid of your 2003 Cadillac CTS. The measurements of this cooler are 11 inches wide, 7-1/4...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2004 Cadillac CTS
  • The Roadmaster MX Base Plate kit part # 3128-3 is a confirmed fit for your 2004 Cadillac CTS so it would be the correct kit to use. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control...
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  • Replacement Trailer Hitch Install Hardware for Curt Hitch for 2013 Cadillac CTS
  • The only way we can get the replacement parts you are wanting is with the trailer hitch replacement hardware kit part # RHK. This kit replaces all of the hardware that comes with a hitch. You'd need to enter the part number for the hitch you have on the product page and we will ship you out what you are looking for.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Cargo Mount For Custom Build Saddle Bag Cargo Carrier
  • For your custom build I recommend the Let's Go Aero TwinTube U-Build-It Slide-Out Hitch Rack # HMK901. This will allow you to customize your saddle bag with center compartment build. It will also let you slide this out so you can have access to your cargo area without removing your system. I can picture this being a really cool system using something like the DeeZee Specialty Series Wheel Well Toolbox with Drawers - Steel - 1.9 Cu Ft - Black # DZ95D between the saddle bags.
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  • Does the Trailer Hitch for a 2011 Cadilliac CTS Come With Wiring for Lights
  • I do have all the parts needed to tow a trailer with a 2011 Cadilliac CTS which consists of a trailer hitch, trailer wiring, and a ball mount/hitch ball. I have attached each of these below but the trailer wiring does not come with the trailer hitch. Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 24767 Trailer wiring harness # C59496 Draw-Tite Drawbar part # 3594 2" Hitch Ball part # 19258
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  • Hitch Bike Rack for 2017 Cadillac CTS-V
  • It looks like the best fit for your 2017 Cadillac CTS-V is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11900. It is a 1 1/4" Class I hitch, and it's a perfectly good hitch for carrying bikes. Most of the best bike racks have integrated adapters or 1 1/4" versions anyways. One thing worth noting however, is that Class I hitches are not rated for more than 2 bikes. You did mention you're only carrying 2 bikes, so you're fine. When you're ready to put a bike rack on your hitch, I have a couple of...
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  • Best Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for a 2003 Cadillac CTS
  • The best trunk mounted bike rack we offer that has been confirmed to fit your 2003 Cadillac CTS would be the Thule OutWay part # TH45JV What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses 2 rubber coated straps to attach to the vehicle rather than 6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy.. It also uses the OneKey system to lock both the carrier and the bikes to deter bike theft. If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative...
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  • What Hitch Fits My 2014 Cadillac CTS Sedan?
  • Help is on the way! For a hitch that absolutely fits your 2014 Cadillac CTS base model Sedan, that is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11900. I went ahead and confirmed the fitment with Curt. This hitch comes with a concealed crosstube to and eliminates the bulky eyesore of exposed tubes. It also comes with a premium gloss overcoat over the base powder coat that gives you ultimate protection against rust and corrosion.
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  • CatBack Exhaust System Recommendation for a 2011 Cadillac CTS 3.0 Liter V6
  • The Magnaflow Catback system part # MF15136 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2011 Cadillac CTS 3.0 liter. This exhaust system will give your vehicle a slight boost in power and fuel efficiency since it will allow the exhaust to flow easier from the engine. It will also give it a slightly louder exhaust tone which is what it sounds like you are interested in.
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  • SeaSucker Roof Rack Recommendation for 2014 Cadillac CTS for Thule Cargo Box
  • For your 2015 Cadillac CTS the SeaSucker Monkey Bars roof rack part number # 298-SX6000B is a confirmed fit and would do an excellent job carrying a Thule roof cargo box like the Thule Force XT part # TH6358B which can hold up to 18 cubic feet of storage space.
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  • Can 2006 Cadillac CTS be Towed with a Tow Dolly
  • I pulled up the owners manual of your 2006 Cadillac CTS and it can be towed with a dolly but you have to put the rear wheels on the dolly and basically tow it in reverse. You can see the full process in your owners manual on page 4-39. This means the drive shaft does not need to be removed. For a dolly the Roadmaster part # RM-2050-1 would work great but if you wanted on that has it's own braking system built into it the Demco Kar Kaddy X part # DM9713093 would be my recommendation.
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2014 Cadillac CTS
  • For your 2014 Cadillac CTS Wagon the Saris Bones bike rack part # SA801BL is a confirmed fit that would be your best option. This rack is one of the nicest trunk racks out there and has a great price as well so it's the best route. You also need the part # SA3035 to replace the top hooks. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube...
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  • Roof Cargo Bag, Trailer Hitch, and Cargo Carrier for a 2005 Cadillac CTS
  • Rightline Sport 3 XL cargo bag # RL100S30 is a great option for your 2005 Cadillac CTS. The width on this bag is 40 inches which is less than the width of the roof of your CTS (the overall width of the vehicle is about 70 inches, the roof will be less). Since you have a naked roof I recommend a couple of accessories to go with this bag. First, car clips # RL100600 will allow you to mount the bag to the roof without having to run straps through the interior of the vehicle; definitely a...
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  • Recommendations for Carrying Bikes With 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
  • Due to the fact that there isn't a hitch available for the V version of the CTS wagon, your best bet for carrying bikes with your 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon would be to use a trunk mounted bike rack, like the Yakima HangOut 2-bike rack, part # Y02637. If you'll be transporting women's bikes or bikes with sharply-angled top tubes, you might also consider a frame adapter bar like part # UB01. The bar spans the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, which provides...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Transmission Cooler Recommendations for a 2012 Cadillac CTS Coupe
  • There is no modification required on the vehicle to install Curt trailer hitch # C11196 on your 2012 Cadillac CTS coupe. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. Adding a supplemental transmission cooler is always a good idea because a cooler transmission lasts longer. A popular cooler for this vehicle is # D13503. I also recommend fitting # D13035 to avoid having to cut and flare metal transmission lines.
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2015 Cadillac CTS Sedan
  • The Curt Hitch part # C11900 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit the 2015 Cadillac CTS sedans so it would be a great choice for you. For trailer wiring you would want the # C56207, ball mount # C45521, and hitch ball # 19256 as well as hitch ball # 19258.
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