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  • Recommended Front Hitch for a 2019 Ford E-350
  • Yes, we do! To add a front hitch to your 2019 Ford E-350, I recommend the Draw-Tite item # 65053. This front mount hitch has been confirmed to fit both the E-350 and E-450 cutaways. It is custom fit and bolts on with included hardware. The Draw-Tite item # 65053 has a 2" receiver, a 5,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 500 lbs tongue weight. I have linked an installation video below to help you get it set up.
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  • Can 2009 Saab 9-5 Carry 4 Bikes
  • We only carry a Class I hitch for lighter duty vehicles like your 2009 Saab 9-5 with the Curt hitch # C11831. This does mean you are limited to a 2 bike rack in the hitch like # HR200Z. You could use the roof rack from Malone part # MPG216 so that you could install a roof bike rack # MPG2103.
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible Turbo with Single Exhaust
  • Yes, Curt trailer hitch # C11326 is the correct hitch for a 2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible with single exhaust. Fun fact: for that generation, all of the motor options except 1 were turbos. For a super-sweet 1-7/8 inch Euro style ball mount use # C45571. Or for a 2 inch use # C45572. And for trailer wiring use # C59236. I have included links to the instructions for the hitch and wiring for you.
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  • Fit of Draw-Tite Class II Receiver # 36280 on 2002 Saab 9-3 5 Door Hatchback
  • The Draw-Tite Class II hitch you referenced, part # 36280 will fit your 2002 Saab 9-3 5-door hatchback unless it is a Viggen sub-model and unless it has the rear air dam. You should not need to trim anything, but the installation instructions specify that a 1/2 inch diameter hole needs to be drilled in the rear of the passenger-side frame member. If you look at the provided diagram, you can see a cross section drawing showing how the receiver opening would sit in regard to the frame members...
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  • Which Curt Hitch Fits 2009 Saab Aero X with Dual Exhaust
  • Yes the Curt hitch part # C11140 does fit your 2009 Saab 9-3 Aero X with dual exhaust.
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  • Holes Drilled to Install Curt Class I Receiver in 1997 Saab 900
  • To install the Curt Class 1 Receiver # 11730 in your 1997 Saab 900, 4 holes would need to be drilled into the spare tire well to accommodate the 3/8 inch hex bolts.
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  • How Would Universal Trailer Wiring Install on a 2008 Saab 9-3
  • We don't carry the Valley converter you have, but we do have a standard taillight converter which connects to your trailer wiring without splicing into your vehicle's wiring, the Tekonsha ZCI part # 119250KIT. What you are going to have to do is use a circuit tester like our part # PTW2993 to test the wires of your taillights to determine the functions of each of the wires so that you can wire the wires to the converter accordingly.
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  • Hitch and Cargo Carrier Recommendation that Fits 2009 Saab 9-3
  • For a vehicle like your 2009 Saab 9-3 sedan that only has 1-1/4 inch hitches like the # C11326 available you will have to go with a 1-1/4 inch compatible carrier instead of the # C18100 which only fits 2 inch hitches. The Curt part # C18110 would be a great option confirmed to fit.
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  • Recommended Replacement Crossbars For An Older Thule Roof System TH758 On A 2010 Saab 9-3
  • The bars for the Thule Complete Roof System for Saab 9-3 TH758 that you're looking for has been discontinued, unfortunately. Instead, the only option is for a full system replacement. I know this isn't ideal, however if you're interested, I recommend checking out the: -Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars # TH712200, with the feet # TH710401. These crossbars have the same square shape style as TH758, however these bars are 47" long, making them a couple inches longer.
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  • Do the Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs Create Lift On a 1987 Saab 900
  • The Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs part # AL60756 which are a fit for a 1987 Saab 900 stop the coil springs from compressing as much when a load is present. Therefore, if you are loaded or the factory suspension is worn, the air bags will provide what some would call a lift. For example, if the cause of the rear end sagging was due to worn suspension and you were to install the air bags and inflate to max psi then the sag in the rear would be reduced. I will say however...
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  • Removing Stuck Yakima Lock Core & Replacement Lock Cores
  • There isn't any type of special removal available for a stuck Yakima lock core, as it sounds like you tried the only remedy that we generally suggest, which is a lubricant. Otherwise, the only way to remove it really is by having it drilled out; while you may be able to do this we recommend a locksmith so no parts of the rack get damaged. Once it is out safely you can replace the cores with the Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores (QTY 4) # Y07204 or (QTY 2) # Y07202. I have added...
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  • Weight Distribution Recommendation for a Saab 9-7X and a Coleman Pop-up Camper Trailer
  • First, you need to make sure that your Saab 9-7X has a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver. Weight distribution can only be used with a 2 inch trailer hitch. When choosing a weight distribution system, you will need to go by the tongue weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow and then add the the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. The Reese Steadi-Flex system, # 66557, would be good for a Coleman pop-up camper as long as the tongue weight is between...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • Yes, the Hollywood Rack Trunk Rack Express 3 # HRE3 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for the 2006 Saab 9-3 convertible so I would recommend it for you. Check out the review videos I attached for more info as well. If you plan on carrying any women's 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...
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  • How Does Trailer Wiring Install on a 2008 Saab 9-3
  • I attached a set of installation instructions for the wiring kit you have part # C59496 to the right. But basically, some vehicles (like yours I believe) combine the stop and taillight functions onto one circuit. These vehicles will require that you attach the trailer light power module red stop wire to that same circuit on the vehicle and then ground the brown tail light circuit. Some vehicles combine stop and tail light functions onto 1 circuit and then also have an additional tail...
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  • Recommended 1-1/4" to 2" Adapter
  • Yes, there is a 1-1/4" to 2" adapter. It is the Trailer Hitch Adapter item # e93YR. This one is made specifically for accessories like bike racks. It also raises your receiver up 5" which will help with ground clearance for your bike rack. Please note that the use of any adapter will reduce your hitches capacity by 50%. The Curt Trailer Hitch item # C11831 has a 250 lbs capacity that would be reduced down to 125 lbs. You will want to make sure your bike rack and bike/s are below this.
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  • Is There an Adapter For Roof-Mount Bike Rack That Does Not Fit Square Crossbars
  • Thank you for the photo and I can see how the bike rack clamps would not work with a square bar, but unfortunately there is no type of adapter that is going to allow you to use your bike rack on square crossbars so the best solution if you want to use your Saab's roof rack is a new bike rack. There are cost-effective but still high-quality options for a new rack and I recommend checking out the Yakima ForkLift Roof Mounted Bike Carrier # Y02098 which is a fit for the factory roof rack...
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  • What Are the Specifications of the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier?
  • For the measurement of the arms of the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT, I pulled the item from the warehouse and the length varies depending on the vehicle. The length is between 29-1/2 inches and 33-1/2 inches from the base that connects to the vehicle to the end of the arms on the rack. I confirmed with Thule that on the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT, the fastening cradles will clamp onto the bars up and down the rack wherever you wish to place them. Although, the adjustments...
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  • What Hitch Wiring Do I Need For A 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T
  • For your 2006 Saab 9-3 the DaLan part number 247326 you referenced is the correct part number and is the same as part number 11326 from Curt manufacturing on our site. The wiring does not come with the hitch. Your vehicle will need to be hardwired to provide an electrical trailer connector. I would recommend the # 119179KIT to wire your vehicle so that you have all of the wiring, hardware and inline fuse needed to complete the installation. You will have to use a circuit tester to identify...
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  • Reverse Lights for a 2006 Saab 9-5
  • The Putco PURE Premium 1156 Wedge LED Bulbs, # P231156W360, is a 2 pack of white bulbs. Reverse lights are required to be white. I have included a link to all of the exterior lights for your vehicle.
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  • Does Car have to be Jacked Up to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2007 Saab 9-3
  • You would not have to jack up your 2007 Saab 9-3 to install Curt trailer hitch # C11326. But it will make it a whole lot easier if you did. I have included a link to the installation instructions and a video showing an example install for you. If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch. Curt...
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