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  • Rhino Rack Vortex Roof Rack Components that Fit 2013 Mazda 3 Sedan
  • The shorter bars have not been tested on your 2013 Mazda 3 Sedan so while it might work I'd not be able to guarantee that. If you weren't in a hurry you could try the bars you have now with just the fit kit part # DK157 and the feet you have now part # RRRLKVA, but if the bars aren't long enough you could then go with the part # RRAV118S-2 and you'd be set.
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  • Does Thule Passage 3 Trunk Rack Fit 2010 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • Thule test fit their Passage 3 bike rack part # TH911XT and found that the spoiler of the vehicle is strong enough for the rack to install without issue. 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 on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried...
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  • Inno Roof Rack for my 2017 Mazda 3
  • We have a full kit for your 2017 Maxda 3 the Inno Factory Rack Systems part # INXR-6 is a partial kit for some vehicles. Instead for yours you will use the Inno Square Crossbars part # INB137 , the Inno Feet for Square Crossbars part # INSUT and the Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS200, XS250, and INSU-K5 Roof Rack Feet part # INK440.
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  • How to Pick Out the Correct Rise/Drop Euro Ball Mount
  • In order to pick out the correct rise/drop ball mount to use with the Curt Hitch part # C11377 you will need to take a couple measurements. The goal is to have your trailer towed as level as possible. In order to do that the correct rise/drop ball mount needs to be used. To pick out the correct one you will need to measure the distance from the top of your hitch opening to the ground and then with your trailer sitting as level as possible measure from the bottom of the coupler to the ground....
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  • Recommendations for Hitch Receiver, Lock, and Bike Rack to Carry Cannondale Bikes With 2005 Mazda 3
  • It looks like you pretty much have it covered. When carrying a high end bike like a Cannondale, I personally recommend a platform style rack like the Kuat Transfer, # KU74FR. It comes with a bike lock built in. For the hitch, you can add the # HL1 or # HL2. The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, # 24816, is a custom-fit trailer hitch for your Mazda 3 offers easy bolt on installation and requires no welding.
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  • Can 48 inch Yakima Crossbars Fit on 2008 Mazda 3 5 Door
  • Since the Q Tower system is no longer the current roof rack Yakima roof rack and has been phased out we don't have the parts needed to install a Q Tower setup with 48 inch long bars but I was able to check with Yakima and the 48 inch bars are correct for your vehicle. The current roof rack components needed are the BaseLine Roof Rack part numbers # Y00408, # Y28TR, # Y03536, # Y06143, and # Y06111.
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  • Recommendation of Thule Trunk Mount Bike Rack # TH910XT for 2007 Mazda 3 Sedan
  • I checked to see what trunk mounted bike racks are compatible with your Mazda 3. The SR3161 you referenced is not a fit for your vehicle. I would recommend the Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier, part # TH910XT. This is a 2 bike rack that features 6 attachment straps to secure the rack to your Mazda 3. It also has anti-sway cradles, which prevent the bikes from being damaged while in the rack. I have linked you to a product review video for the rack. If you are planning on carrying womens...
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  • 3-Bike Trunk Rack Recommendation to Fit 2009 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • Best option for a 3-bike trunk rack to fit your 2009 Mazda 3 hatchback with spoiler is the Hollywood Racks Over-The-Top part # HRF2-3 which is a confirmed fit and actually specifically designed for vehicles with spoilers like yours. Yakima does not fit their Fullback to the hatch models of your vehicle.
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  • 2021 Mazda 3 Hatch Bike Rack Recommendation
  • The 2021 Mazda 3 only has one hitch receiver option. The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4", part # 24982, will fit your vehicle. Unfortunately, this hitch receiver only fits the 2019-2021 Mazda 3. This is a Class I hitch so your hitch bike rack choices will be limited since most hitch bike racks will be compatible with Class II and higher rated hitch receivers. Another limitation will be the maximum tongue weight your hitch receiver can handle,...
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  • Which Trailer Hitch Will Fit 2020 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • For your 2020 Mazda 3 Hatchback the Curt Hitch # C98BR is a confirmed fit and will work perfectly. This custom hitch will line right up to existing holes in the vehicle's frame rails for a bolt-on (no-drill) installation and features a 200 pound tongue weight capacity and a 2,000 pound towing limit. All the necessary hardware will be included. I have attached the full installation manual below that you can also look through.
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  • Draw Tite Hitch and Thule Doubletrack Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • For your 2012 Mazda Mazda 3 hatchback you would want a Draw-Tite Hitch part # 24843 like you said. The Thule Doubletrack Pro XT Bike Carrier # TH92BJ would also work and do a good job carrying your bikes in a safe and secure manner.
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  • Recommendation for a Hitch That Fits a 2015 Mazda 3 Sedan
  • There are two different Draw-Tite trailer hitches that are designed to fit the 2015 Mazda 3. The difference between the two is in which body style is your Mazda 3. If you have the sedan model with or without LED taillights, then the Draw-Tite # 24912, will be the confirmed hitch to fit. This Draw-Tite hitch is custom-fit and does not require any drilling to install the hitch to your vehicle. If you have the hatchback model with or without LED taillights, then you will need the Draw-Tite...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2006 Mazda 3, 2.3L Grand Touring
  • For your 2006 Mazda 3 Grand Touring I recommend Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24816 rated for 200 pounds tongue weight and 2,000 pounds gross trailer weight. For a ball mount Draw-Tite recommends # 3592. If the trailer requires a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and if it takes a 2 inch ball use # 19258. For trailer wiring, since your Mazda 3 has the Ground Touring light package, I recommend ZCI harness # 119250KIT. This harness works with LED lights and you will not have to splice into the vehicle...
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  • Best Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2016 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • For your 2016 Mazda 3 hatchback the nicest trunk mounted bike rack we offer is the Thule OutWay part # TH45JV. What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses only 2 retractable coated steel cables to attach to the vehicle rather than the 4-6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy and the cables also last longer. The cables store inside the rack so there are no loose straps ends to flap around. The cables can also be locked...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Mazda 3
  • On both the Hidden Hitch 60258 (discontinued) and the Draw-Tite, # 24843, the top of the receiver tube will be approximately 1 inch below the bottom of the rear fascia. The bottom of the receiver will then be another 1-3/4 inches below that. Measure from that point to the ground to get the ground clearance. Scraping the ground is possible on steep driveways and dips but you are unlikely to damage the vehicle frame unless you are moving quickly to where there is a lot of extra force that...
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  • 3-Bike Rack Solution for 2010 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • I have a great solution for a 3-bike carrier for your 2010 Mazda 3 hatchback, but the only available hitches for your vehicle are Class I which is limited to only carrying up to 2 bikes. Instead of a hitch bike rack, you can use a trunk bike rack to carry 3 bikes. I highly recommend the Thule OutWay trunk 3-bike rack #TH56BV. You mentioned price. This the is top of the line with all of the features. It is absolutely the easiest trunk rack to install and remove because it only uses...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2017 Mazda 3 Hatchback
  • First, for your 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback, you will need a trailer hitch. I recommend Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24914 because it does not have any special requirements like the Curt option does. For a bike rack the Kuat Transfer # KU74FR, is a popular option. It holds the bikes at the wheels so it is compatible with many bike styles. The U-shaped rack frame makes loading and unloading the bikes easier. I have included a link to a video review of this rack for you. If you prefer the hanging...
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  • Ratchet Strap Solution for Yakima Offgrid Roof Cargo Basket
  • I wish we did but we don't have any anchor points that can attach to the round bars that are on top of the Yakima OffGrid Roof Cargo Basket # Y07138-08 so you might look into a ratchet strap setup that you could wrap around the entire basket and hook back to the opposite hook of the strap like the # 34414.
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  • Fairing that Can Fit Factory Crossbars of 2020 Mazda 3
  • The Yakima fairings have a unique hardware design that allows them to fit basically all crossbar designs. So what you'll want to do is measure the distance between the feet and go with the Yakima fairing that fits the best between them. For a 34 inch fairing you'd want # Y05016 For a 40 inch fairing you'd want # Y05017 For a 46 inch fairing you'd want # Y05018
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  • Trailer Hitch for 2017 Mazda 3 Hatchback with 2,000 lb Trailer Weight Capacity
  • I have a similar hitch that fits your 2017 Mazda 3 hatch back but the Draw Tite you mentioned does not fit your vehicle. Instead you'd want the Curt Class I part # C11377 which is rated for 2000 lb towing. For trailer wiring then you'd want the # 118405 and you'd be set.
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