Expert Answers about Volkswagen Vanagon
- Using an Anti-Sway Accessory on a Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack
- For your Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack, # S64670, the rack comes with a threaded hitch pin that should keep the rack secure and limit the movement of the shank within the receiver. I've linked a video that shows this pin at the 1:40 mark. If you need to replace this pin, your best option would be the 1/2 inch Locking Anti-Wobble, Threaded Hitch Pin, # S64029.
If you choose to, you can use an additional anti-sway accessory. There are limited fits for a bike rack, but I have a couple...
view full answer... - Tire Chains for a 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon
- If you have 185/60-14 tires on your 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon then yes, the Thule Standard Snow Tire Chains part # TH01221050 will work for you. It looks like you provided both the section width "185" and wheel diameter "14" but not the aspect ratio. I would need this to recommend a fit if the above is not correct. It should be listed on the sidewall of the tire after the section width and before the wheel diameter. If it is not then you would need to take a tape measure and measure from...
view full answer... - Will the Inno Rain Gutter Feet for Square Crossbars Work With Older Thule Bars
- The Inno Feet for Square Crossbars part # INSD are designed for Inno Square Crossbars like part # INB127. That said, they both measure 7/8" x 1-1/4" so they should be interchangeable.
view full answer... - Base Plate Kit for a 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon
- For a base plate that is confirmed to fit your 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon, I recommend using the Roadmaster Classic Base Plate Kit part # 1208-1 as this is the only option we have for you at this time. You will also need a towbar compatible with the base plate kit and for that I recommend using the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520.
In order to flat tow this vehicle you will also want safety cables, tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and a possible high-low adapter. If...
view full answer... - Can Rhino-Rack Artificial Rain Gutters be Used with Thule or Yakima Gutter Feet/Towers
- The Rhino-Rack gutters # 739A haven't been tested with Yakima towers but Yakima does have their own artificial rain gutters. Yakima has # Y08002 and # Y08001 but they were designed specifically for camper shells and similar applications.
view full answer... - Will Kats Heaters Oil and Coolant Immersion Heater Fit 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
- From what I could find the M14x1.5 oil drain plug on your 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon looks like it has a 1/2" diameter. The Kat's Heaters Oil and Coolant Immersion Heater # KH30904 you referenced has a 1/2" diameter as well but they likely have different thread sizes.
I recommend using a different type of heater like the Handi-Heat Magnetic Heater w/ Thermostat # KH1155 instead since it simply sits on your oil pan.
view full answer... - Thule HideAway Awning Adapter for 1987 VW Vanagon Westfalia Camper?
- Your 1987 VW Vanagon Westfalia Camper should have the lift roof which jets straight up; if it does then the Thule HideAway Awning Adapter for VW Van with Lift Roof # TH307887 is exactly what you need to install the 10' Thule HideAway Roll Out Awning # TH490011; they do support this awning and there will be three attachment points.
view full answer... - Can Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver # RM-077-2 be Used for Cargo Carrier and Recovery Loop
- Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver # RM-077-2 is designed to have the top receiver hold a cargo carrier or bike rack and the bottom receiver for tow bar use only. We do have other dual receivers that are not restricted to tow bars though.
We have Curt dual receiver # D-192 rated for a maximum of 350 pounds tongue weight and 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight. And we have # MPG544 also rated for 400 pounds tongue weight and 4,000 pounds gross trailer weight.
When using any adapter like these...
view full answer... - Does SeaSucker Hornet Rear Window Bike Rack Fit 1991 VW Westfalia
- Yes they do! The SeaSucker vacuum cups are truly universal so your 1991 VW Westfalia is absolutely compatible with the SeaSucker Hornet Rear Window Bike Rack # 298-BH1302.
view full answer... - Can a Hitch Bike Rack Mount to Curt Trailer Hitch 11656 on a 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon
- Curt trailer hitch # 11656 is a special hitch that has a fixed ball mount on it instead of a receiver. There isn't a way to attach a bike rack to this type of trailer hitch. But not to worry because there is another way you can carry bikes on your 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon.
You can use a rear mounted rack such as the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT. This is a trunk mount rack that is a platform style so it is compatible with many bike styles. I have linked a video review of this rack...
view full answer... - How to Carry Cargo on Crossbars With a 50 Inch Spread
- There is a way for you to carry cargo on crossbars that have a 50 inch spread but rooftop cargo boxes like the Thule Pulse Alpine # TH613 or Inno Wedge 660 # INBRM660BK cannot be modified to accommodate a spread of that size. The reason for that is they use sliding clamps to adjust to different crossbar spreads so you would not be able to drill holes to allow those clamps to work properly. There are cargo boxes that use U-bolts to attach but none that have the proper length and shape to...
view full answer... - Will Any Part of Hollywood Racks Express Trunk Mount Bike Rack Touch Glass on 1985 VW Vanagon
- I did some research and since the distance between the bumper and the rear glass on the 1985 VW Vanagon is so far there is a very good chance that the upper arms of the Hollywood Racks Express 3 Bike Carrier # HRE3 will not rest on the glass. Based on everything I could find I would say that it will not be a problem.
The top hooks on the bike rack will fit in the gap between the top of the rear hatch and the roof so they will not touch the glass either. I have linked a video review of...
view full answer... - Will The Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13701 Fit a 1984 Westfalia Vanagon
- Unfortunately we don't have 1984 Westfalia Vanagon available to confirm fitment of the Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13701. But this can adjust from 18" to 51" so as to adapt to multiple applications. This of course would require the drilling of holes to mount. Or it can be welded in place too.
The Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13701 has a 2" drop, is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver that is rated for 5,000 lbs GTW (gross trailer weight) and 500 lbs TW...
view full answer... - Baseplate for 1989 VW Vanagon
- For your 1989 VW Vanagon, the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms # 1208-1 is a confirmed fit. I believe the Synco 16 has the same frame and bumper so that shouldn't be an issue but the skid plate location isn't clear from anything I can find online so that may need to be removed or adapted for fit.
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