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  • Which Line is Transmission Cooler Installed On For 2008 Ford Taurus
  • When installing an aftermarket transmission cooler like the Derale Series 8000 # D13502, you will want to install it on the return line for your Ford Taurus. If you aren't sure which line is the return line, you can determine this by starting with the vehicle completely cooled off. Start the Taurus and put it in drive, apply the brakes firmly and then apply the accelerator so that the rpms climb, then put the vehicle back in park and turn it off. When you then feel the two lines coming...
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  • Trailer Hitch And Wiring Recommendation For 2003 Ford Taurus
  • I did some research and found that the maximum trailer towing capacity for a 2003 Ford Taurus is 1750 lbs. I recommend checking the owner's manual or with a dealership to make sure you do not exceed the towing capacity for your Taurus. You will also want to check the total weight of the trailer you want to tow. It should be weighed in its fully-loaded-ready-to-tow condition. The trailer hitches we offer for your Taurus are either Class l or Class ll hitches with a 1-1/4 inch receiver...
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  • Installation Hardware for 2001 Ford Taurus Trailer Hitch
  • We have exactly what you need. For the installation hardware for the trailer hitch on your 2001 Ford Taurus, you will want part # RHK. Once on the product page, you will simply type in the model number of the hitch you have into the "Hitch Item Number" box below the product title. We will then assemble the complete hardware kit for your particular trailer hitch. There are three trailer hitches that were confirmed to fit your 2001 Ford Taurus; the Draw-Tite Class II 36313, the Draw-Tite...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2008 Ford Taurus
  • When a bike doesn't have a horizontal top tube there is an adapter that can be used that will attach to the bike that will provide an attachment point. The part # 64005 will attach at the seat post and at the steering stem and will provide an attachment point for a hanging bike rack. The Gateway Pro # TH88VR has been confirmed to fit your 2008 Ford Taurus so it would work great. I have attached a video for you to see all of its features.
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  • Recommended Class II Trailer Hitch for a 2001 Ford Taurus Wagon
  • I have a solution for you, but the 36216 hitch will not fit the 2001 Ford Taurus Wagon. I cannot recommend you modify a hitch to fit your vehicle because it will compromise the structural integrity of the hitch as well as not carry the same weight ratings. It also wouldn't be covered by a warranty as well as damage the frame of your vehicle, and is potentially life threatening if it falls off during transit. The best thing to do is sell your current hitch to offset the cost of purchasing...
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  • Should Trailer Axle be Changed from a Normal Axle to a Torsion Axle on Home Made Tear Drop Trailer
  • You can go to a torsion axle and different tires and wheels if you so choose. You have to consider what you are trying to accomplish by doing so to determine if it is worth the expense or not. Normally I would say you could change to a different tire size if there is clearance to do so but Harbor Freight trailers tend to have odd bearings and if changing the hubs is required to go to a larger size tire and wheel you may not be able to without changing the axle any way. If you do change...
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  • Best Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2007 Ford Taurus
  • Actually the Curt Hitch part # C12232 and the Draw Tite Hitch part # 36313 that you referenced are both very similar. They are basically two different manufacturers versions of the same hitch. What gives the Draw Tite hitch the edge of the Curt hitch though is that it does not require a stabilizer strap like part # 18050 when used with a non-supported load like a bike rack like the Swagman XTC 2 part # S64670. If you failed to use the strap you would void the warranty of the hitch so...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2013 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor
  • For your 2013 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2" 13552 is not a fit. For a confirmed fit, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2" # 75670. This will give you a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver on your police interceptor. I have attached a video to help. There is not a Curt brand hitch confirmed to fit, but Draw-Tite will. If you will be towing with this trailer hitch receiver, I recommend the Vehicle Wiring...
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  • How to Order Replacement Hardware for Curt Hitch 13552
  • Yes we do offer replacement hardware kits. For that you would want the part # RHK. What you will need to do is enter the part number of the hitch you need and select the manufacturer from the drop down menu.
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  • Adapter Compatibility for Fitting Rhino Rack Kayak Carrier S510 to Square Crossbars
  • The # S510 installed on a square bar roof rack will work because it is a universal fit. The stability is an issue as the KC-FK10 has been discontinued but was designed to help specifically with square bar applications.
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  • What Does all Pins of 4-Way Harness having Power When Vehicle is off Indicate
  • What you described is a shorted out trailer wiring converter box. When all of the pins are hot all of the time that indicates that the box had an internal short and it needs to be replaced. The Curt harnesses are known to short out a bit easier than the Tekonsha kits like part # 118599 which is a fit for your 2014 Ford Taurus so this would be what I would recommend for your replacement. Be sure to go over your trailer's wiring to determine if there are any obvious shorts on it's wiring...
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  • Replacement Hardware Recommendation for the Curt Hitch part # C12232
  • Yes we do, the part number you will need is # RHK. You will need to select Curt from the drop down menu and you will need to enter the part number C12232 in the part box and we will ship you out the correct replacement hardware.
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  • How To Get a Bike Lock With Matching Keys for the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack
  • The Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack part # Y02458 is an excellent bike rack option that already comes with a hitch lock. In order to use a lock for the bikes you'll also need the Yakima HandCuff Cable Lock part # Y02466. That said, this option will likely give you two different sets of keys. If you would like for both locks to match, you'll also need the Yakima Same Key System part # Y07202.
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 1994 Ford Taurus Sedan
  • Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch # C12232 that you referenced is confirmed to fit your 1994 Ford Taurus Sedan or Wagon. For trailer wiring you might also be interested in the Draw Tite Wiring Harness part # 18252. For a ball mount you would want the Drawbar part # C45522, along with the pin and clip # F-4. For a 1-7/8 inch ball you would want the # 19256, for a 2 inch ball you would want the Hitch Ball part # 19258.
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  • Karrite Cargo Box Replacement Key 080
  • The replacement key you are looking for is the part # THKEYN080. If you want to replace the entire lock assembly, you can use # CTC-CAMLOCK-18M-2802.
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  • Can 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Tow 2005 Ford Taurus
  • Since the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan has a towing capacity of 3,600 lbs and the max weight of a 2005 Ford Taurus is 3,514 lbs you'd be safe. The hitch you mentioned # 75579 is a confirmed fit for the Grand Caravan as well. Easiest solution for towing the Taurus would be with a tow dolly like the part # RM-2050-1.
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  • Are Konig Tire Chains Sold in Pairs or Individually
  • The Konig Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH2004705235 that you referenced are sold in pairs. So if you ordered a quantity of one you'd get two chains. One for each side of the vehicle axle.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon
  • For a hitch for your 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon you would want the Curt Hitch part # C12232 as it has been confirmed to fit your vehicle. You would just need a ballmount like the # C45522 and a ball like # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch diameter or # 19258 for a 2 inch diameter and trailer wiring to complete the towing set up. For trailer wiring, use # 119178KIT. I have included a link to the installation details for the wiring for you.
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  • Rear Suspension Enhancement for 2004 Ford Taurus Sedan
  • We have suspension enhancement for the rear of your 2004 Ford Taurus Sedan with the part # CSS-1195R but we do not have any air bag kits that fit your vehicle. The Air Lift you mentioned only fits the wagon models.
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  • Best Trailer Hitch & Roof Racks for a 2014 Ford Taurus
  • The trailer hitch that I recommend going with for your 2014 Ford Taurus is the Curt # C13379 which is a Class III hitch that has a 2" receiver. You'll be able to use a wider variety of hitch accessories with a Class III receiver. I like the brackets and thicker powder coat on this Curt over what comes on the Draw-Tite which is why I recommend the Curt. If you don't already have a bike rack then I highly recommend the Kuat Transfer V2 # KU24FR which can carry up to 3 bikes and has a U-Shaped...
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