Expert Answers about GMC Acadia

• 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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• 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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• Is There a 7-Way Connector That Will Fit a 2022 GMC Acadia Without The Factory Tow Package?
• Yes, the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118276 will fit on your 2022 GMC Acadia that did not come with the factory tow package. The factory connectors are located behind your bumper cover that the Tekonsha harness will connect into. I recommend using the Mounting Brackets # 18136 and # 18138 to secure the 7-way to your receiver without having to drill into it. If your trailer has brakes the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 will connect to the Tekonsha 7-way...
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• 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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• 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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• Tow Dolly That Is Capable Of Hauling a 2013 GMC Acadia Front Wheel Drive
• The Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly # DM9713045 is able to tow vehicles with a tread width of 42-76". If you are at 76" you will be able to flat tow your 2013 GMC Acadia as long as the weight of your particular Acadia does not exceed 4,800lbs. They do take into account that the fender width is wider than the tire width which pushes out the dolly fenders to account for the added width. We do have the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly # DM9713093 that will fit vehicles with a tread width of 42-78"...
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• Will the Blue Ox KarGard Towed Vehicle Protector Work with the Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar
• Yes, the Blue Ox KarGard Towed Vehicle Protector part # BX8870 will work with the Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar part # BX7420. The center bolt that holds on the triple lug connector will be removed and then reinstalled with the bracket for the KarGard. It is very simple to do, just one bolt each side for the tow bar part. The KarGard does not have to be removed to remove your tow vehicle but you will more than likely want to when reattaching. It is not so much that it prohibits the vehicle form...
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• Will the Yakima SkyBox NX 16 Rooftop Cargo Box Fit on a 2017 GMC Acadia With OEM Roof Rack
• Even though the Yakima Skybox NX 16 # Y95AV has an undercut tail design to help gain rear access, you will still want to do some measuring to make sure that it will fit and allow you to gain access to your rear cargo area. The measurements that you will need to take to see if the SkyBox NX 16 will fit your 2017 GMC Acadia is that the crossbar spread needs to be in between 24 inches and 36 inches, with max crossbar dimensions being 3-1/2 inches x 1-11/16 inches. Then, to measure for rear...
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• Recommended Hitch for a 2023 GMC Acadia AT4
• There is a hitch for your 2023 GMC Acadia AT4 that mounts behind your rear bumper. It is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver item # 76023.This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your GMC with included hardware. I really like the Draw-Tite hitch because it installs behind your rear bumper cover and can be completely hidden when you are not towing. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,500 lbs towing capacity, and a 675 lbs maximum tongue weight. I have linked...
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• Will The Tekonsha 7 Way 118276 Fit A 2022 GMC Acadia Without The Tow Package?
• To start with, the Tekonsha # 118276 will definitely fit your 2022 GMC Acadia even with it not having the factory towing package. There is a cluster of wiring under/behind your rear bumper that this will plug right into, making the install quick and easy. I included an install video as well as a picture of where this will be located that will help. Using the Mounting Bracket # PK12711U and No-Drill Mount # 18140 will make attaching this to your hitch significantly quicker and easier as...
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• Fit of Thule Passage Trunk Mounted Bike Rack on 2015 GMC Acadia
• The Thule Passage 2 bike trunk mount bike rack, part # TH910XT would work perfectly on your 2015 GMC Acadia. If you'll be carrying women's bikes with step-through frames or bikes with a sharply angled top tube, a bike frame adapter like # 64005 is recommended. The adapter spans the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, providing a level attachment for the bike rack.
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• Installing the Derale Series 8000 Kit # D13504 on a 2008 GMC Acadia SLT2 V6
• When installing the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit # D13504 on your 2008 GMC Acadia SLT2 V6 there really is no "correct" way to orient the cooler as it can be mounted with the ports being up, down, left, or right as you mentioned. I have attached the installation instructions for you to check out, but for the hose connections you will need to do the following: 1. Disconnect the return transmission cooler line from the radiator. 2. Take the supplied Insta-dapt Adapter...
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• Will the Yakima MegaWarrior Cargo Basket # Y07080 Fit a 2009 GMC Acadia and is Extra Hardware Needed
• Since your 2009 GMC Acadia has the factory raised side rails with no crossbars you will need to use the Yakima RailGrab Towers, part # Y80145, and the Yakima 48 Inch Round CrossBars, part # Y00408, to be able to install the Yakima , to your vehicle. The Yakima towers will clip to your factory side rails and the crossbars will attach to the towers. This will give you the crossbars that run from side to side and are needed to install the MegaWarrior cargo basket. The weight capacity of...
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• Recommended Hitch for a 2023 GMC Acadia
• The best hitch for your 2023 GMC Acadia is going to be the etrailer Hitch item # e36AR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your GMC with included hardware. I really like the etrailer hitch because it installs behind your rear bumper cover and can be completely hidden when you are not towing. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 750 lbs maximum tongue weight. I have linked a couple of pictures below along with an installation video...
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• Will the Thule Ascent 1500 Cargo Box Fit the Factory Roof Rack on a 2012 GMC Acadia
• The Thule Ascent series of cargo boxes has been discontinued but I was able to find a 2012 application guide and found the answer. Thule did list the box as a fit to the factory crossbars on your 2012 GMC Acadia. You might want to check to see if the crossbars are adjustable on your roof rack. The current box that is closest to the Ascent 1500 that fits your Acadia is the Pulse L # TH615. I have included a link to a video review for you.
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• Adapter Needed To Fit Demco Tow Bar To Roadmaster Base Plates
• To hook the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # 523149-1 to a Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar - Victory Series - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 7,500lbs Item # DM9511008 the adapter you'll need is the Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter Item # RM-032.
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• Will the SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box Work On a 2014 GMC Acadia With Factory Rack
• Yes, the SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box part # SR7018 will work with the factory roof rack on a 2014 GMC Acadia. The factory roof rack uses a very standard size aero crossbar so there will be no issues with most roof mounted accessories like the above cargo box.
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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 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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• Does 7-Way Wiring Harness Fit 2020 GMC Acadia Without Factory Tow Package
• The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector # C56326 will just plug into the back of your 2020 GMC Acadia and give you a working 7-way even though you do not have the factory tow package. There is not going to be any need to run any wires or do anything other than plug the connector in. I have added a link to the installation instructions as well as a link to a video install for you to check out of the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring...
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