Expert Answers about GMC Acadia

• Base Plates That Fit 2018 GMC Acadia Denali
• We do have a base plate that fits your 2018 GMC Acadia Denali, which is from Blue Ox; I did confirm with the manufacturer that the base plate does fit the Denali, and what you need is the following: - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1728 This does require the use of certain Blue Ox tow bars in order to properly connect to these base plates, and the one that will work which I recommend due to its long arms, non-binding design and included safety cables is the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar # BX7380. You...
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• Does Curt Trailer Wiring Harness Fit 2020 Acadia without Factory Tow Package
• Yes, the Curt wiring harness # C56325 does fit your 2020 GMC Acadia. You can verify by finding the connector behind your Acadia's muffler. If you don't already have a trailer hitch I recommend the Curt # C13293 because it's a much easier install than the other option for your SUV.
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• Will the Thule Force XT XXL fit the Crossbars of a 2012 GMC Acadia
• I checked with Thule and the Thule Force XT XXL Roof Cargo Box # TH6359B that you referenced is confirmed to fit the factory crossbars of your 2012 GMC Acadia. If you do have a roof rack with crossbars on your vehicle check out the link I provided to see all of the roof rack options you have.
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• Best Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2018 GMC Acadia For Bike Rack
• There is one trailer hitch receiver that stands out as the best option for a bike rack for your 2018 GMC Acadia, which is from Draw-Tite: - Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76023 The reason I really like the Draw-Tite more than the other hitch that fits your Acadia, the Curt # C13293, is because the Draw-Tite has better bumper and ground clearances. When we test fit both on an Acadia, we found the Draw-Tite measured 4-3/4" from the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper...
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• Does Thule HullaPort XT Fit OEM Crossbars of 2019 GMC Acadia
• I checked with Thule just now and the Thule Hullaport part # TH849000 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for the factory crossbars of your 2019 GMC Acadia.
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• Can Crossbars be Added to 2016 GMC Denali With Raised Side Rails
• You can absolutely add crossbars to your 2016 GMC Acadia Denali with raised side rails. Since you already have crossbars I recommend going with a cost-effective but still quality option, the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars # MPG216. These are aerodynamic bars to help ensure you have a quiet ride and come with locking towers that you can position wherever you like on your GMC's side rails which is going to allow you to use your rooftop cargo carrier!
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• Adapter Needed To Connect The etrailer Tow Bar # e94ZR To A Blue Ox Baseplate
• The etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e94ZR has two compatible adapters, Demco # DM9523041 or etrailer # e98978, that can be used to make the tow bar compatible with Blue Ox baseplates, like the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1728 you were looking at for your 2019 GMC Acadia. Note: The Blue Ox # BX1728 is not compatible with models that have Active Air Shutters. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I recommend the following parts: Tow Bar Wiring Kit:...
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• Rear Bumper Fascia Cover Trimming To Reinstall On a 2021 GMC Acadia With Draw-Tite Trailer Receiver
• The reinstall the rear cover on your 2021 GMC Acadia you will need to trim the cover for the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76023. A 3" x 1-1/2" section must be removed for the cover to mount, I have included a picture of this. Once trimmed you will be able to slide the cover back into the mounting tabs and secure it with the factory hardware. The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118276 is a 7-way blade plug and play wiring harness that I recommend installing with the receiver....
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• Will 7-Way 118276 Interfere With Panel on 2019 GMC Acadia With Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 76023
• That's a really good question, and you will be able to re-install the panel on your 2019 GMC Acadia without interference with the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector # 118276 mounted to the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76023. I have added a photo from our installation video of the harness on a '19 Acadia with the Draw-Tite hitch, and as you can see, the 7-way will be back behind where the panel re-installs, you just want to make sure the...
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• Will Hopkins 7-Way/4-Pole Vehicle Connector HM40975 Fit Curt Wiring Harness C56326
• Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56326 consists of a harness with a round U.S. Car connector on the end that connects to the included 7-way socket. Since this is a standardized connector, yes, you can use this Curt harness with the Hopkins combination 7-way/4-pole socket item # HM40975 so that you have both formats of trailer connector active on your Acadia.
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• Is Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist Compatible With GMC Factory Roof Rack
• The Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist w/ Tie-Downs part # MPG114MD-351XL will fit and work well on your 2020 GMC Acadia with GMC roof rack cross bars. The DownLoader load assist basically allows you to walk the kayaks up the side of the vehicle and up into the J-style carrier. I have attached a video for your reference. This kit also comes with tie downs so there is not a need to purchase those separately.
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• Fit of Curt # C18151 and etrailer # e98874 Cargo Carriers on 2013 GMC Acadia
• The Curt # C18151 cargo carrier is the replacement for the C18131. The difference between part # C18151 and the etrailer part # e98874 is that # e98874 has a 2 inch rise in the shank. The # e98874 cargo carrier will fit your Acadia just fine. You can confirm this by measuring the distance from your hitch pin hole to the furthest rearward point of your back bumper. If this distance is less than 9-1/2 inches (which it absolutely should be) the etrailer # e98874 cargo carrier would work great...
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• Adapter Required to Connect Demco Dominator Tow Bar DM9511008 to Blue Ox Base Plate
• You will need to use Blue Ox adapter kit # BX88310 to connect your Demco Dominator Tow Bar # DM9511008 to your Blue Ox base plates # BX1728. This USA-made adapter kit includes the adapter brackets, pins, clips, washers, and lock nuts. The complete kit contents are shown in the linked photo.
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• Swing Away Adapter Compatible With Saris Freedom 4-Bike Rack For 2 Inch Hitches
• I have some good news for you because the Freedom rack does have a compatible swing-away adapter that you can use. So what you will need are the following: - Saris Freedom 4-Bike Platform Rack # SA4414B - Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches # Y02483 These two are compatible because the BackSwing is designed for bike racks with dedicated 2 inch shanks, which the Freedom # SA4414B has, and the BackSwing also has a total load capacity of 250 lbs, which...
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• Will the Reese Solo Carrier # PS1040100 Fit a 35" long x 35" wide x 6' tall Refrigerator?
• I have a solution for you. Unfortunately, the 35-inch length/width of your refrigerator will not be able to fit on the 32x48 Reese Solo Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 400 lbs # PS1040100. With that being said, a great solution for transporting your refrigerator is the Detail K2 Mighty Multi Utility Trailer - 6' Long - 1,295 lbs # K2MMT4X6. The K2 trailer has a bed dimension of 72" long x 48" wide x 7-1/2" tall and can hold up to 1,295 pounds. If you decide to go this route, you...
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• Will Advantage Roof Rack Cargo Bag Fit a GMC Acadia witha Factory Luggage Rack
• The Advantage Roof Rack Cargo Bag # HE3021 is designed to fit most cars, vans and SUVs equipped with factory luggage racks. If the cross bars are adjustable and you can move them forward and backward, you should have no problem getting the cargo bag to fit.
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• Is a Converter Needed for the Curt Wiring Harness On a 2017 GMC Acadia
• The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56326 is a fit for a 2017 GMC Acadia and there won't be any additional parts required such as a converter. The reason for this is because the Acadia's all have the factory tow package so the converters are already built-in and all you'll need to activate the trailer lights is the correct pigtail such as the on above. Please note, you will however need the Mounting Bracket and Installation Hardware part # PK12711U.
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• When Folded, Will Cargo Carrier 52018F Fit on a 2009 GMC Acadia Without Touching the Vehicle
• You will have to do a little measuring on your 2009 GMC Acadia to determine if the 24x60 Folding Cargo Carrier, # 52018F, will fit, when folded, without rubbing against the vehicle. Measure from the center of the hitch pin hole (on the hitch on the vehicle) to the furthest point at the rear of the vehicle where the carrier might hit. If that distance is greater than 5 inches, it will not work. The carrier with the most clearance is the 20x48 Folding Cargo Carrier, # 6502, with 7-1/2 inches...
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• Floor Mats Fit a 2012 GMC Acadia with 3rd Row Seats Up
• You cannot go wrong with a set of WeathTech rubber semi-custom floor mats. WeatherTech is one of the top floor mat manufacturers on the market when it comes to floor mats. The WeatherTech rubber mats look much better than their PVC mats in my opinion. For your wife's Acadia, I recommend the # WTW68TN for the front and the matching # WTW25TN for the 2nd row and a second set of the # WTW25TN for the 3rd row if she has a 3rd row. These mats are all in tan, but are also available in gray...
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• Compatibility of Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Flat Towing Lighting Kit with 2011 GMC Acadia
• According to my contact at Roadmaster, a bulb and socket-type lighting solution is not appropriate for the 2011 Acadia. I believe the Acadia uses LEDs in the taillight assemblies. The LEDs are mounted on a circuit board, and it is the circuit board that would prevent installing the extra bulb. For the ultimate ease of installation, a magnetic mount kit like part # RM-2120 would also work for you, although it might not be the best way to go for those who flat tow their vehicles frequently. I...
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