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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2019 Nissan Maxima for Kayak Carrier
  • The roof rack I recommend for your 2019 Nissan Maxima is the custom fit Rhino Rack roof rack part numbers # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK133 because this rack gives you a set of aero shaped crossbars which will be super quiet, is easy to install, and because this rack is a higher quality rack that costs less than similar quality racks. I attached an install video for this rack as well as a picture of it installed for you to check out as well. For a kayak carrier I recommend the Yakima...
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  • Type and Strength of Stallion Trailer Wheel Lock # 288-02020
  • The Stallion Trailer Wheel Lock # 288-02020 referenced in your question features a standard steel tubular lock. There is a notch on the lock that makes it more difficult to simply drill out and barrel locks are generally much harder to pick than standard flat key lock cores. Manufacturers don't usually rate their locks with regards to how hard they are to pick because the honest truth is if a thief really wants something he will likely find a way to get it. The primary purpose of this...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Fits for a 2016 Nissan Maxima
  • I really wish I had a Thule trunk rack I could recommend, but as of right now (March 2016) they haven't tested their racks on the 2016 Maxima. Most likely their racks will fit the 2016 models since they fit the 2015 and both years are the same generation of bike rack. Right now the only racks we have listed as fits are the Saris bike racks like the Bones part # SA805BL which is a great trunk rack. It is also at a great price too so even if the Thule racks were available it would be hard...
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  • Replacement Catalytic Converter for a 2002 Nissan Maxima
  • Yes, I checked with Magnaflow and the correct catalytic converter to replace the front one of your 2002 Nissan Maxima is the part # MF50877 that you referenced.
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  • Using Tire Chains on a 2008 Nissan Maxima
  • According to the owner's manual for your vehicle, Nissan doesn't recommend using tire chains on Maxima models equipped with 245/45-18 tires. If your vehicle uses that size, in order to use chains, Nissan recommends swapping your wheel/tire size to 225/55-17. If you swap to those size wheels/tires, I'd recommend the Konig # TH00023103. Some vehicle manufacturers will endorse the usage of Class S rated chains when they're worried about clearance between the inside of the tires and braking/suspension...
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  • Tallest Rise 1-1/4 inch Hitch Ball Mount Availability
  • When measuring for ball mount rise/drop needed you have to measure from the bottom lip of the coupler to the ground and not from the top like you mentioned. That means your trailer height is going to be more like 20 inches instead of 22 inches. That being said the closest ball mount we offer to what you need is going to be the part # C45028 which can do a rise of 5-3/8 inches. Then for a 2 inch ball you would want the part # C40018.
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  • How to Carry Pedego Electric Bikes on a 2012 Nissan Maxima
  • All of the trailer hitches for your 2012 Nissan Maxima are Class I hitches such as # 24796 which have a 200 pound tongue weight capacity. The tongue weight is the combined weight of your bikes plus the carrier. I looked up the bikes you are interested in and they all weigh right around 60 pounds or less (including the weight of the battery). There are very few Class I compatible bike carriers that can handle that much weight but we do have some options. First, we have the Kuat NV, #...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2013 Nissan Maxima
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11352 is an excellent option for a 2013 Nissan Maxima. It has a 1-1/4" receiver tube opening with class I rating so it will work with any bike rack that has these features and there are plenty to choose from. The Thule Camber 2 Bike Rack part # TH9058 is our most popular option as it offers premium features at a very reasonable price. It would work wonderfully with two mountain bikes.
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2014 Nissan Maxima Sedan with Single Moonroof
  • Since you have the single moonroof on your 2014 Nissan Maxima you can install the Rhino Rack roof rack part numbers # RRVA118B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK171 that you referenced. I really like the Rhino Rack roof racks like this one as you get a higher quality roof rack at a price not quite as high as the Thule and Yakima racks.
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  • Hitch Bike Rack Similar to Thule T2 for Rear of Camper Trailer
  • At the rear of a trailer or RV the ride quality is very rough when compared to the ride quality at the rear of a passenger vehicle. Reason being the suspension isn't as sophisticated and there is a longer distance between the rear axle and the rear of the trailer which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use. Thule does not recommend the use of their racks at the back of...
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  • Replacement Self Adjusting Brake Assemblies for Lippert 7k Axles
  • Self adjusting brake assemblies have no downside. They are the preferred brake assembly style as they require no adjustments. The part # AKEBRK-7L-SA is the correct left hand side assembly for your trailer with 7k Lippert axles. For the right hand side you'd then want the part # AKEBRK-7R-SA. For grease seals you then would want the part # RG06-070. For bolts you'd need the part # 38N and for a washer part # 38LW.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2014 Nissan Maxima
  • It looks like you are going to be drilling no matter which hitch you use. The Curt hitch, # C11352, attaches more to the frame which is why it requires removal of the heat shields. The hitch itself will act as a heat shield to dissipate heat. The Draw-Tite hitch # 24796 does mount to the sturdier part of the spare tire well which requires drilling (which will be pretty easy to drill through, unlike a solid frame) but retains the heat shields. I have linked videos showing installations...
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  • Recommended Trunk Mount Bike Carrier For 2013 Nissan Maxima With Spoiler
  • The Hollywood Racks Express, part # HRE3, is confirmed to fit your 2013 Nissan Maxima sedan but not with a spoiler like you have. Instead, I recommend the Malone Hanger Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms Item # MPG2139. It's specifically designed to work with a spoiler and is a fit for your Maxima. If you are planning on carrying bikes with alternative frames like kids bikes or women's bikes I recommend using an adapter bar like part # 64005. This attaches between the seat...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for Carrying Bike Rack for 2018 Nissan Maxima
  • The hitch I recommend for your 2018 Nissan Maxima is the Draw Tite part # 24796 because unlike the Curt that fits your vehicle it does not require a stabilizer strap when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack. I attached a picture of what the hitch looks like installed as well as an install video. This will work great to carry your Thule T2 part # TH9045 too.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 Nissan Maximum for Use with Bike Rack
  • We offer several choices in a light-duty 1-1/4-Inch Class I trailer hitch for your 2014 Nissan Maxima. All can be seen on the link provided. The one I suggest is the Draw-Tite # 24796. This hitch is my recommendation because it offers the same capacity as the others but has a lower cost, and because it does not require use of a stabilizing strap like some. The linked video illustrates the installation process and two helpful hitch install articles are also included. A Class I hitch has...
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  • Parts Needed for Towing Small Trailer With 1996 Nissan Maxima
  • If the trailer weighed less than 2,000 lbs then our trailer hitches like the Curt part # C11255 would have the capacity for a trailer. But you would need to check the owner's manual of the 1996 Nissan Maxima to determine it's towing capacity and be sure to stay under it. For a ball mount you would want the part # 3593. For a 2 inch hitch ball part # 19258 or for 1-7/8 inch ball part # 19256. For trailer wiring you would want the part # 119178KIT.
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2001 Nissan Maxima
  • I checked with Thule and the Thule Passage Bike Rack part # TH910XT that you referenced is confirmed to fit your 2001 Nissan Maxima with a spoiler. This rack should work well for you. I attached a review video for you to check out also. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2004 Nissan Maxima
  • For your 2004 Nissan Maxima, let us start with a hitch. The hitch offered for your vehicle is the Curt Class 1 Hitch # C11264. This is a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. It has a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds, and a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds. I have included a link to the installation instructions below. With this hitch installed you will be able to use the Thule T2, # TH23JV, that you are interested in. You could also use the # TH92BJ, or any rack that fits...
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  • Replacement RV AC Unit Recommendation for Dometic Duo Therm
  • The Advent Air Replacement RV AC Unit part # ACDOM150 was designed to replace the Duo Therm unit you have now so it would work great and install very easily. It uses same connections and mounting as your old unit so the install would be super simple. To add a heat strip to it all you'd need is the part # ACMHD and you'd be set with everything you need.
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  • Hitch Fit for 1996 Nissan Maxima
  • The only hitch fits we can guarantee will work on your 1996 Nissan Maxima will be custom fit hitches like the Curt part # C11255. The universal types of hitches are designed to attach totally differently than how the rear of your vehicle is setup which is why they wouldn't work well. I attached an installation instructions for this for you to check out.
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