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  • Recommended 4 Bike Rack That Tilts Away From Vehicle and Works with Up to 29 Inch Tires
  • I recommend using the RockyMounts SplitRail LS 4 Bike Platform Rack - 2" Hitches - Tilting - Wheel Mount # RKY11404-4, because as a platform rack it'll be easy to load and the rack tilts away from the vehicle to open the hatch with your bikes loaded up. This rack is designed to work in 2" hitch receivers like the one on your 2019 BMW X5. We've had several others use this rack for long road trips with rave reviews and it's going to be the perfect solution for your long trip through the Rockies....
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  • Sumo Springs VS Sway Bars on Ford F35 Motorhome
  • It looks like your 2011 Georgetown 350TS sits on the Ford F53 chassis. (20,500 GVWR) Many F53 Users report sway in the ride. Yes, I would get the Roadmaster # RM-RBK22-RSSA Steering Stabliliser with mounting brackets. Next I would adding the Roadmaster # RM-1139-145 Rear anti-Sway Bar. If after trying those you feel you could use more control you could try front anti-sway or springs. I feel that the springs offer more verticle dampening whereas the sway bars have more horizontal control....
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  • Can Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack be Used with 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
  • As long as you have a trailer hitch installed on your 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI like the Draw Tite part # 24979 you can install and use the Kuat Transfer V2 bike rack part # KU74FR and then for a hitch lock you'd want the part # HLT.
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  • Installation of Solera Slide Topper
  • I recommend reviewing the install and review videos I have attached to this page. While not your exact model camper they show and explain the Solera awning being installed on similar trailers. Please let us know what questions you may still have afterwards so may fill in the gaps. Let me know the measurements that I may provide best recommendation of product. Such as the Solera 9'7" Wide - 48" Projection - Black, # LCV000251461.
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  • Recommendations and Measurement for Solera RV Slide-Out Awning
  • For determining the proper size Solera Slider you need, to measure the total width of your slide room from the outside including the flange then add a minimum of 5" (2-1/2" each for the left/right side overhang). You can have greater than 2-1/2" overhang if you want, but it is suggested that you do not go any less. Based on the numbers you provided I suggest the Solera RV Slide-Out Awning -at 13'1" Wide and 48" Projection in Black, # LCV000168109. I suggest the black option based on...
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  • Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier for a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu
  • We have plenty of kits that will work great for your 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. I recommend the Yakima JetStream Crossbars # Y00426, BaseLine Towers # Y28TR, and BaseClip Fit Kit # Y06123. These components will make up your roof rack. As far as a kayak rack to haul your kayaks, the etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier # e98878 is a great option because it comes with straps to tie your kayaks to the carrier and bow/stern straps with anchors. You would need two kits, one for each kayak. If you would...
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  • Replacing OEM 7-Way/4-Way Connection and Wiring on 2013 Ram 1500 Truck
  • We have the 7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket for Chrysler/Dodge OEM # HM40975-11933. It includes both the factory tow harness and OE plug. You will not need to use the bracket included or screws as it will replace the factory plug in the factory bumper on your 2013 Ram 1500.
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  • Propane To Electric Water Heater Conversion Kit for 10 Gallon Tanks
  • If you are interested in a Propane-To-Electric conversion kit for your water heater, I recommend the Camco # CAM11773 Kit for 10 gallon tanks. It draws 725 watts and the power switch is included. It also has the needed bushings. You can contact etrailer directly by email as you did with this request or by phone at 800-298-1624. If you are referring to Camco, or Diamond Group, I suppose you could find contact information on their respective web sites.
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  • 2020 Ram 1500 Receiver Hitch Recommendation
  • I Recommend Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 41913 as it will work on your 2020 Ram 1500. It is designed to fit both models with either the Class 3 bumper or not. It offers you a maximum gross trailer weight of 15,000 lbs and maximum GTW when used with weight distribution of 17,000 lbs.(Please consult your owners manual for exact tow ratings) Might I also suggest a Channel Style Adjustable Ballmount #C45900 to make towing most every trailer that you will encounter a breeze. It has...
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  • Rear Cargo Mats for 2004 Jeep Wrangler
  • We have a really nice selection of rear cargo mats specially designed for your 2004 Jeep Wrangler, which I have linked below. I specifically recommend the custom replacement liners like the BedRug # BTTJ97R or the carpeted # BRTJ97R that will allow you to restore the floorboards of your Jeep while providing an easy-to-clean, waterproof liner that will do a great job of protecting the interior.
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  • Which Softride Tailgate Pad Bike Rack Fits 2002 Toyota Tacoma
  • We do have a Softride Tailgate Pad style of bike rack that fits your 2002 Toyota Tacoma with the part # SR26461 which is for compact trucks like yours. The rack you mentioned is larger and designed for larger truck tailgates so it would not fit your truck well. I attached a review video for this rack on a similar Tacoma as yours for you to check out as well.
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  • Is a Weight Distribution System Needed for a Forest River Shamrock M-18
  • I would absolutely use a weight distribution system when towing the 2001 Forest River Shamrock M-18 with your 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The reason for this is because the weight of the trailer is more than half of your tow vehicle's weight which is the rule for weight distribution. The 1-2" of drop you had while coupled may not seem like a big deal but this can really have detrimental effects on braking, stability, and is most likely causing the porpoising feeling you described. For a...
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  • Does Kodiak Disc Brake Kit K2R79E Fit Dexter Axle 4766709
  • The Dexter Axle 4766709 you mentioned is a 7,000 lb straight axle that is 88 inches long which is exactly what the Kodiak disc brake kit part # K2R79E is designed to fit. This is designed to fit 7k rated idler hubs with an 8 on 6-1/2 inch bolt pattern like the Dexter part # 42865-KIT which also is a fit for your axle.
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  • RV Roof Vent Assembly for Winnebago Destination to be Activated by Wall Switch
  • For a wall switch type application for an RV roof vent your best option will be a vent assembly designed specifically for this type of install like the Ventline Ventadome Roof Vent w/12V Fan and Wall Switch # V2119-1-533 which gives you the ability to raise/lower and turn the fan off and on with a wall switch. If you use a wall switch to cut power off and on with the MaxxAir option you mentioned you won't be able to activate the fan like you are wanting to. Basically you'd have to turn...
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  • Which Thule OutWay Trunk Rack Fits 2016 BMW 2 Series
  • I checked with Thule and while they have the 2-bike hanging style trunk rack as a fit for your 2016 BMW 2-Series they do not list the platform style. The platform version is pretty heavy and the older versions occasionally dented vehicles so they are very cautious about listing it as a fit for your vehicles. I'd rather recommend you go with the hanging style OutWay instead that is part # TH45JV which we know fits well and is really the best option available for a trunk rack for your vehicle....
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for a Bike Rack on a 2016 Acura RDX
  • We always recommend using a trailer hitch with a 2" receiver over the 1-1/4" size because they have higher weight ratings and because you can use a wider variety of bike racks. Technically since the 1-1/4" is smaller it will be less noticeable but realistically there isn't that big of a visual difference between the 2 sizes. I recommend using the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # C13130 for your 2016 Acura RDX which gives you that 2" receiver plus it installs in such a way that only the receiver...
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  • Picking Out Roof Vent Lid for 2017 Heartland Wilderness
  • First thing we gotta do is identify the roof vent lid you need. Which to do that you need to look at the hinge setup of the vent and the shape of the lid. I attached a picture that has a few different common styles. If you can check the picture out and compare to the vent assembly on your trailer we can determine what you need and from there determine the install. I also attached a link to a page that has all of the vent lids we offer as well.
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  • Can Curt Hitch Extender part # C45048 Fit Into Factory Hitch of 2003 Dodge Ram 2500
  • If your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 has a factory hitch that has an opening that measures 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inches the Curt hitch extender part # C45048 will simply just slide into it. The 2-1/2 inch hitch size is pretty common on newer heavy duty trucks like yours but due to age of your truck it's probably a good idea to measure yours first to be certain. This is designed so that it can be used as a 34 inch long extension or cut down to a 24 inch extension and provides a 2 inch hitch opening.
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  • Can GearSpace 34 Enclosed Cargo Carrier # HGK826 Be Ordered with Flat Twin Tube Riser
  • While we don't offer a version of the GearSpace 34 Enclosed Cargo Carrier # HGK826 that has the lower tube you can also purchase the Flat Twin Tube part # H01373 with it so that you can lower the height of the carrier. This takes out the 6 inches of rise built into the GearSpace shank to allow it to sit a bit lower.
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  • How to Install Roof Rack for 2016 Toyota Highlander with Wider Crossbar Spread
  • I have a great roof rack solution that will fit the roof of your 2016 Toyota Highlander and give you crossbars that have a wider spread for carrying kayaks. The SeaSucker roof rack part number # 298-SX6000B is a rack that has been confirmed as a fit for your vehicle and uses vacuum cups to attach the bars to the roof of your vehicle. This allows you to space them out a bit further to work for your application. Then for a kayak carrier you could use the Yakima JayLow part # Y04073 which...
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