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  • Why Doesn't Draw Tite Hitch # 24907 Fit 2015 Nissan Sentra SR
  • Both the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24907 and the Curt # C11349 exclude the SR model. I reached out my contact at Curt and found out that the reason they are excluded is because of excess trim and an exhaust rattle. They don't have anything in the works for a compatible hitch. The modifications to make it work would include trimming portions of your fascia and doing some exhaust modification. If you are willing to do some customization, my contact said you can make it...
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  • How to Carry Up to 3 Bikes on a 2010 Nissan Sentra
  • The Yakima DoubleDown bike rack will only fit Class II and Class III trailer hitches. All of the hitches for your 2010 Nissan Sentra are Class I hitches. I have included a link to the right that explains the differences in hitch Classes. Also, Class I trailer hitches are only rated for carrying up to 2 bikes. Since you already have a bike rack that works with your Subaru Forester, and because that rack will not work with the Sentra, you would need a hitch on the Sentra. However, you would...
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  • 3-Bike Hitch-Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for 2013 Nissan Sentra
  • Your 2013 Nissan Sentra can be equipped with a Class I hitch, and the link provided will show you all three brands and models that we offer. All have the same 1-1/4-inch receiver size and the same 200-lb tongue weight capacity. Unfortunately you will not be able to transport three bikes on any of these hitches. Class I hitch receivers are limited to carrying only 2 bicycles. This is due to the forces the loaded rack will impose on the hitch and the vehicle frame where the hitch attaches....
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  • Weight Distribution Recommendation that Comes with a Shank with A Lot of Drop
  • You are right; it would be a lot easier to replace the whole weight distribution system rather than replace several parts on an existing system. On the Blue Ox SwayPro the reason the rise and drop measurements seem so far off from each other has to do with how it is measured. Rise or drop is measured from the top of the receiver opening to the top of the platform the ball sits on in the head. The design of the SwayPro head makes that platform fairly high which creates a higher rise measurement...
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  • Recommended Base Plates And Flat-Towing Equipment For 2002 Nissan Sentra Se
  • The base plates I recommend for your Sentra Se are Roadmaster XL, part # 337-1. Once installed, the visible part of the brackets can be removed when you are not towing your Sentra. There are 5 items needed when flat-towing a vehicle. Base plates are one of those items. The other things you will need are a tow bar, safety cables, lighting for the towed vehicle, and a supplemental brake system. For a tow bar I recommend part # RM-520. For safety cables I recommend part # RM-643. For tow...
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  • Recommended Trunk Mounted Roof Rack For 2017 Nissan Sentra Nismo With Long Spoiler
  • The best bike rack for spoilers is the Hollywood Racks Over-The-Top. Both the 3 Bike Rack for Vehicles w/ Spoilers - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms # HRF2-3 and the 2 Bike # HRF2 are a confirmed fit with your 2017 Nissan Sentra Nismo with spoiler. To secure the rack to your trunk, I recommend the Thule Passive Security Strap for Trunk Mounted Bike Carriers # TH533. Then to secure your bikes to the rack, the Deadbolt 10' Long Cable Lock # e98891. With any hanging style rack, I recommend...
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  • Possible To Tow U-Haul Cargo Trailer 4x8 Or 5x8 On 2013 Sentra SV?
  • Hi, For your 2013 Nissan Sentra SV I would use the Curt trailer hitch receiver custom fit # C11349 it does not require any drilling holes in the frame of your car. Just needs one hole made wider. You will also need a ball mount like the Curt Class II drawbar # C45521 and ball like the Curt 2" Hitch Ball # 40038 and a wire harness like the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-pole flat trailer connector # C56205. The two hitches we do carry offer the same towing capability, you...
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  • Roof Rack, Basket, Bag and E-Bike Rack for 2018 Nissan Sentra
  • The Rhino Rack roof rack part numbers # RRVA118B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK369 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2018 Nissan Sentra and is a really solid roof rack choice. The roof basket part # RRRMCB03 and cargo bag part # RRLB200 would then work well together. For carrying an e-bike on a roof you may find that's it's a bit difficult to get the heavier bike up that high so a hitch mounted bike rack solution like the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 might be an easier solution. If...
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  • Saris Bones Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Nissan Sentra
  • I checked with Saris and the Saris Bones Bike Rack part # SA805BL has been confirmed to fit your 2006 Nissan Sentra so I would recommend it for you. I attached a review video for you to check out for more info as well. Since you plan on carrying a womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment...
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Compatible with 2012 Nissan Sentra
  • The Yakima RidgeBack bike rack part is not going to fit your 2012 Nissan Sentra as it requires a Class II hitch and all that is available for your Sentra are Class I hitches like the part # 24794. The only safe recommendation I can make is to upgrade to a similar bike rack that is Class I hitch compatible. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use...
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  • Snow Chain Recommendation for 2014 Nissan Sentra SR with Size 205/50-17
  • For your tire size of 205/50-17 in my opinion the Thule Easy Fit chains part # TH04115090 are the best as they offer great traction, have a great 5 year warranty, but mostly because the install in a matter of seconds which is very convenient when you consider the weather you would be installing the chains in. Be sure to check the owners manual of your vehicle for any tire chain restrictions.
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendations for 2015 Nissan Sentra
  • The Thule OutWay # TH65JV is an excellent choice. It is by far the easiest to mount trunk mount bike rack I have used. They are the easiest and quickest installation of any trunk mount bike rack I have seen because they use retractable cables instead of straps. The mounting cables are lockable, and the rack includes an integrated cable lock to deter theft. To carry women's bikes or bikes with sharply angled top tubes or step-through frames, using a frame adapter like part # TH982XT is...
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  • Best Trailer Hitch for Hauling a Bike Rack With a 2016 Nissan Sentra
  • Although the Curt Hitch # C11349 that you mentioned is a good option, I recommend installing the Draw-Tite Hitch # 24907. The Curt hitch requires you to use a support or stabilizing strap, like part # 18050, with all non-trailer loads, like bike racks and cargo carriers. Not using the strap will void your warranty. Draw-Tite does not have that requirement for their hitches which is why I default to that hitch instead of the Curt. The Draw-Tite hitch has a Max Gross Trailer Weight of 2,000...
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  • Recommended Trunk Bike Rack for 2016 Nissan Sentra
  • There are a few trunk mounted bike racks that will fit your 2016 Nissan Sentra Sedan. I recommend the Thule Passage 2-Bike Rack, # TH910XT, because of its integrated features. It has anti-sway cradles that are uniquely cushioned for support and a patented FitDial system for easy mounting. It also has no sway cages that keep the bikes from contact with each other and with the back of your Sentra. This is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Nissan Sentra, with or without a spoiler. I've...
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  • Recommended Snowboard Carrier To Work With SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack
  • We do have a snowboard carrier that will work with the # SR1005 roof rack. I recommend the Thule SnowPack Ski and Snowboard Carrier, part # TH7325. This carrier can hold up to 4 snowboards or 6 pairs of skis and includes locks to secure the boards to the rack.
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  • Can a 2014 Nissan Sentra be Flat Towed with All Wheels on the Ground Behind an RV
  • You can flat tow a 2014 Nissan Sentra with all wheels on the ground as long as it has a manual transmission. If yours has an automatic transmission then the vehicle must be placed on a tow dolly such as # RM-2050-1. If you have the manual transmission then you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For base plates you can use # BX1849. This set fits S, SV, SR, and SL models but does not fit the FE+ models. For a compatible tow bar I recommend...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2006 Nissan Sentra That Does Not Require Stabilizer Strap with Bike Rack
  • The Draw-Tite part # 24750 that you referenced does not require the use of a stabilizer strap when used to carry a bike rack or a cargo carrier. Because of that I would recommend this hitch for you. A very popular bike rack you could use with your 2006 Nissan Sentra is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. Check out the review video I attached. You would not need to use a stabilizer strap with this rack and the # 24750.
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  • Using a 2 Inch to 1-1/4 Inch Hitch Adapter for a Bike Rack On a 2006 Nissan Sentra
  • I do have an option for you but neither the Malone 2" Dual Purpose Hitch Receiver part # MPG544 or the Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 80303 should be used on your 2006 Nissan Sentra as they are both class II rated and the trailer hitch you have on your 2006 Nissan Sentra is only class I rated. Furthermore, these adapters both reduce your weight capacity so you are looking at 100 lbs for the bike rack, adapter, and bikes. The best option we can offer you would...
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  • Can Thule Bike Rack 63120 Be Used as Stand to Lube Bike Chain
  • Yes, if you temporarily loaded a bike onto the rear cradle of the Thule Camber 2 Bike Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting - Steel Item # TH9058 you could easily turn the pedals so that you could lube the chains.
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  • Roof Rack and Standup Paddleboard Carrier Recommendation for a 2010 Nissan Sentra
  • First lets start with a roof rack. For that I would recommend the Thule Aeroblade Roof Rack since this the most aerodynamic rack on the market that will provide you with a quiet ride that will give you the best possible fuel mileage. You will need the following components. Thule AeroBlade Load Bars # TH711420 Thule Rapid Traverse Roof-Rack Foot Pack # TH480R Thule Roof Rack Fit Kit part # THKIT1538 Once installed you would be ready to install the Thule Surf Carrier # TH845000 to carry...
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