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  • Is There A Shorter Angled Shank For The Jack-It 2 Bike Rack For A-Frame Trailers
  • There isn't a shorter angled shank for the Jack-It 2 Bike Rack for A-Frame Trailers # LC429756, but there is a straight shank # LC67HD that sits higher that might allow the bikes to sit above the bed of the truck so that they no longer come into contact with the bed of the truck when make tight turns. The spacing from pin holes from center to center is 8-1/4".
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  • Push-in Lock Button Does Not Go In When Swagman Pick-Up Truck-Bed-Mounted Bike Rack Installed
  • If the Swagman Pick-up rack, # S64702, is new, it may need to be worked in and out a few times to break it in. What you are describing sounds like it is binding because it is not aligned properly. This can happen if the rack is too tight to cause a slight bow (which may or may not be visible) and that can cause the push-in lock not to operate correctly. To get the correct length to fit your truck bed, you can measure the width between the rails and then set the length of the rack accordingly....
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  • Troubleshooting Ladder Rack Fit for 2019 Ford Ranger with G2 Tonneau Cover
  • For your 2019 Ford Ranger with Backflip G2 # BAK226332 there is not a specific fit available that will be directly compatible with your 5 foot bed and folding tonneau cover. If it were me, I would get the Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 500 lbs # A4000964 knowing it is a fit for a F-150 5 foot 6 inch bed and the rails will need to be trimmed to fit but the vertical pieces will work well with your cover. The Yakima Overhaul you referenced will not be compatible.
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  • Where Do I Install a TracRac SR On My 2020 Ford F150 5-1/2 Foot Bed?
  • I have a couple troubleshooting steps to suggest. The first thing I noticed was that the part number for this question is the TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack # TH43002XT-501. This model of the SR is customized for the 2020 Ford F-150 6-1/2 foot bed. The part needed for the 2020 Ford F-150 5-1/2 foot bed is part # TH43002XT-508. If you have the # TH43002XT-501, it will not fit your truck. Another thing to consider is if the stake pocket tabs have been removed from the stakes on...
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  • Troubleshooting Knobs Seized Up On Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack Rails
  • You can try using penetrating oil to loosen the corrosion built up on the Knob # TAKB-90030-1 for your Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack # TH43003XT-501. If they still will not budge you may have to break off the knob and drill out the threaded portion. We do have the Replacement Knob # TAKB-90030-1 or the Locking TracKnobs # TH25700 you will be able to use to replace your knobs. Be sure to use Loctite Anti-Seize Stick # LT37616 on the treads to help prevent them from seizing...
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  • Troubleshooting Non-Functioning Lock Cores On A Rola Haul-Your-Might T3 Truck Bed Ladder Rack
  • If the locks on the crossbars of your Rola Haul-Your-Might T3 Truck Bed Ladder Rack # 59799 aren't wanting to turn then they either are clogged up with something and you can try to spray them out with some WD40 or you might be using the wrong key. I would double check that you have the correct key and didn't accidentally swap it out with the keys from an other accessory that you have. If you still can't get the locks to properly operate you can most likely order replacement lock cores through...
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  • Troubleshooting Hitch Lock on SportRack SR2415 and a 2017 Toyota Tacoma
  • The SportRack Ridge Swing 4 Bike Rack # SR2415 has the Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock for SportRack Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # SR0901 as you referenced as a related part. I have not heard about this not working on this rack before and that is the longest locking pin available for that rack, which makes me wonder if your trailer hitch receiver is uniquely wide. If so, you may want to consider using an adapter for the rack like Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches...
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  • Can I Remove And Replace The Locking Knob On My Swagman Original 2 Bike Rack
  • I can help you remove this from your Swagman Original 2 Bike Rack. But since Swagman does not sell replacement stand alone keys, you will have to replace the entire locking knob. The ,Replacement Locking Knob for Swagman Original and XP Series Bike Carriers - 2009 and Newer, part # P1040, will replace the knob on your rack. In order to remove your existing lock, Swagman suggests to use a pair of needle nose plyers. On the backside of the locking knob attach the plyers around the threaded...
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  • Troubleshooting Dim LED Tail Lights on a 1996 Dodge Ram 3500 with a Flatbed
  • I recently had a similar problem with the LED lights on my flatbed that I have on my 2000 Dodge 3500, except all of the tail lights on the left side of my bed were dim. My issue was a poor ground connection and I would suspect that would be your issue as well. I recommend inspecting all of the ground locations as well as the ground wires coming from each of the lights. Look for loose connections or pinched wires. If your lights use the plug-in style pigtail harnesses (see photo), look...
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  • TracRac Ladder Rack On Toyota Tacoma Keeps Coming Loose And Move Side To Side
  • On your Toyota Tacoma, the TracRac similar to # TH27000XT-TA, I recommend using Loctite Threadlocker 262 - High Strength - Up to 3/4" Nuts/Bolts - 0.20-Fl-Oz Tube, # LT37420 and a lock washer on the screws that secure the unit to your truck. If you think the hardware is bad, we have the Replacement Hardware for TracRac G2 and T-Rac G2 Fixed Mount Ladder Racks Retrofit Kit, # TA7521653001.
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  • Thule TracRac System Sliding On Bedrail
  • I reached out to my contact at Thule to ask about your rack. It could be that the hex-head bolts under the rail need to be tightened. If this does not prevent slipping it is likely related to the rubber shims that are installed on top of the bed rail. Over time these can flatten. If the foot is slipping you may need to double up the shims - only on the feet that are experiencing an issue. If you need additional shims you can order Thule # TARX-11034-3 .
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  • What Options do You Have for More Support for a Canoe Mounted on an Adarac Rack on a 2013 Silverado?
  • I have a solution for you. Unfortunately, there is not an extension of the Adarac ladder rack # A70510 available. As far as having additional support of the bow of the canoe on your 2013 Silverado's cab, I recommend the Malone Foam Block for Canoes - 6" Long - Qty 1 # MPG160. The Foam Block will serve as a point to mount the bow down to the roof of your cab to make sure the kayak doesn't bump it during transport. In addition to the foam pad, you will need the Malone Hood Loops for Bow and...
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  • Troubleshooting A Mountain Top EVO-M Tonneau Cover Thats Sticking When Fully Retracted
  • If your Mountain Top EVO-M Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover with Truck Bed Rack # MNT32FR is sticking once it's fully retracted then you likely have a bind inside the canister, whether it's an actual loose piece or just some debris binding the cover up. The only way to really figure out what exactly is causing the bind would be to dismantle the canister. This can be a labor-intensive job so I'd reach out to Mountain Top first to see if their warranty covers this kind of issue so that you...
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  • Hopkins Brake Controller Does Not Sense Trailer When Connected to a 2012 Chevy Silverado with ITBC
  • If the trailer has an electric over hydraulic braking system, then the Hopkins controller, # HM47295, will not work. You will need a compatible controller like the P2, # 90885, which has an electric over hydraulic mode. I have included a link to the instructions for you. If you just have regular electric brakes then the issue could be that the controller you have is not mounted properly (see instructions) or you need to turn up the power level on the controller. Being tilted too far up...
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  • Front of Truck Sways Once Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System is Installed
  • With a properly set-up and adjusted system, the occurrence you described should not have happened. My suspicion is that the system is not distributing enough of the trailer tongue weight from the rear axle of the truck to the front axle. You can confirm this by measuring the distance from the highest point of the arch in the wheel well to the ground at both the front and rear wheels (make sure the trailer is hitched up and fully loaded as it would typically be loaded when you travel when...
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  • Trailer Right Blinker and Brake Light Not Working when Connected to a 2015 Ram 2500
  • The issue you are describing sounds like a ground issue. Ground problems normally show up when there is more draw on a system such as when you have the running lights on and then use another function like a turn signal or brake light but can show up any time. Make sure that the vehicle side and trailer side connectors are clean and free of corrosion inside and out. The main connector grounds should be attached to clean and corrosion free bare metal surfaces. The light grounds should also...
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