The Rack and Roll trailers, like the 66 inch long model # Y08106, are rated to tow at normal highway speeds. As always, exceeding posted speed limits is not recommended, especially when towing.
You may want to consider a spare tire # Y08121 for the trailer, which includes a mounting kit to attach it to the frame. We also offer a kickstand, part # Y08115, for easier storage of the trailer. It may be a good idea to change out the factory shocks with a set of the Yakima replacement... view full answer...
We do have a baseplate that will fit your 2008 Saturn Astra. It is the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX3333. This base plate kit will require the bumper fascia to be removed and will require some trimming.
There are adapters needed to make these baseplates work with your Falcon Roadmaster All Terrain Tow Bar # . You can use the Roadmaster Tow Bar to Blue Ox Brackets Adapter # RM-031 or the Blue Ox Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Roadmaster Tow Bars # BX88151.
If you... view full answer...
Your 2008 Saturn Astra uses a type 921 backup light bulb so the Hopkins Backup Alert, # HM20101VA, that was designed to replace a 3156 bulb will not work for you but I do have a solution. Check out the Custer Surface Mount Back-Up Alarm, # BK97DB, which provides a 97 decibel alarm when activated. This alarm can mount to the underside of the bumper and will wire into the reverse light circuit of your Astra. view full answer...
You must have a Class II bike rack because when I measured the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the tab stop on a Class I Draw-Tite hitch it was 1-13/16 inches. You could instead use Curt hitch # C11112 for your 2008 Saturn Astra. But if you went that route then Curt requires the use of stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for a bike rack per their warranty requirements.
The other option is a Class I compatible bike rack such as the Swagman XC, # S64650, with... view full answer...
The best trailer hitch for a 2008 Saturn Astra is the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 24809 which is the easiest to install. It offers a bolt-on install with no cutting or drilling required. The entire install process should only take around 30 minutes or so. The Draw-Tite hitch will then work well for light duty towing or using a hitch mounted bike rack.
Since you will be towing you'll also need the Draw-Tite Drawbar part # 3594, the 1-7/8" Hitch Ball part # 19256,... view full answer...
None of the Hollywood Racks trunk mount bike racks are listed as a fit for the 2008 Saturn Astra but there are others that are listed as a fit. I have included a link to them for you to view. For a rack similar in function and price I recommend the Thule Passage # TH910XT. I have included links to the isntallation details and a video review for you.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top round frame tube that goes straight across then I recommend using adapter bar # TH982XT.... view full answer...
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