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  • Why Cant Class II Bike Racks be Used On a Class I Hitch?
  • The reason you can't use a class II bike rack like the Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # Y96FR on class I trailer hitches is because most hitch manufacturers design their class I hitches to not accept class II accessories so that the hitch is not overloaded, as class II hitches have higher weight ratings. What you may not be accounting for is the weight of the bike rack as well, so while your bikes might weigh 150 lbs total the rack itself might weigh over 50 lbs which would...
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  • How Is Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Attached To 2014 Chevrolet Volt With Naked Roof
  • If your 2014 Chevrolet Volt has a naked roof, meaning no crossbars and no side rails, then a roof rack system needs to attach to the door jamb to secure the roof rack in place. The Rhino-Rack system you referenced for your vehicle uses custom-fit mounting pads and clamps designed to fit the curves of your door jambs, while protecting the vehicle finish from scratches and abrasions. To order this system you need to order part numbers # RRVA118B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK316. You will want...
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  • Which 2 Inch Hitch Will Fit My 2017 Chevrolet Volt
  • When it comes to installing a hitch on your 2017 Chevrolet Volt, I recommend The EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2 inch # 306-X7338. The hitch is completely hidden and has a gross tow rating up to 2,000 pounds and has a tongue weight of 300 pounds. Make sure to check your manual to see what the proper tow rating is for your vehicle. This is the only 2 inch hitch that is confirmed for your 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The Curt Hitch # 13424 will not work for your vehicle. When...
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  • Is 18050 Support Strap Needed to Carry Bike Rack on 2018 Chevy Volt Using Curt C11436 Class I Hitch
  • I can absolutely help clear that up for you. At one point Curt stated that in order to retain warranty coverage for their hitches, the # 18050 support strap needed to be used for non-trailer loads. Approximately 4 or 5 years ago, they changed their stance on this and no longer require the strap be used, although this is still shown on some of the hitch install instruction sheets that haven't been updated since this policy changed. Typically, the strap would attach to the vehicle where...
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  • Trailer Hitch Installation on A 2013 Chevrolet Volt With Rusted Weld Nuts
  • When installing a The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4 inch # C11221 on a frame that the weld nuts are rusted out will require some special attention. First you should spray a penetrating lubricant like WD40 into the nuts and allow it to work overnight. You can repeat this step for a few days if you have the time. Then you would need to use a tube brush # 814113 to help clean out the threads. This may require several solvent applications and brush cleanings to...
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  • Will Rhino-Rack Bonnet Tie-Down Fit 2014 Chevrolet Volt
  • The Rhino-Rack Bonnet Strap # RRRBAS1, or # RRRBAS1-2 for a set of two, works with any vehicle. It's a universal tie-down that fits under the hood of a vehicle and connects to a kayak, surfboard, or any other long cargo. It will fit your 2014 Chevrolet Volt.
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  • How to Carry 4 Bikes with a 2017 Chevrolet Volt
  • It sounds like you're trying to carry four bikes on a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. I have a solution for you, but the Volt is limited to only 2 bikes on a hitch mount carrier and we do not have any fits for roof racks to carry bikes. The only option we have to carry all 4 bikes is to install a hitch receiver on the Volt and tow the Yakima Rack and Roll # Y08106 behind it carrying the bikes. The Rack and Roll is basically Yakima roof rack on wheels so it can be used to carry a variety of things...
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