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  • Lightweight Bike Rack Recommendation for Trek Verve+ eBike on 2012 Acura MDX
  • Though you said Trek Versa+ eBike I believe you meant Trek Verve+ and for carrying that bike on your 2012 Acura MDX I strongly recommend the Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack # SA4412B because at 22-1/2 lbs it is one of the lightest platform racks in the industry but still has a 60 lb per bike capacity and is a highly economical choice relative to other racks capable of carrying an E-bike. The Saris Freedom uses cradles that are adjustable along its mast so it can easily grasp your Verve+...
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  • Does Draw Tite Hitch for 2022 Acura MDX Require Fascia Cutting to Install
  • The Draw Tite Hitch part # DT42MR that you referenced does require fascia cutting to install. It basically just bolts up in place like you mentioned. It also would not void the hitch warranty either. I also attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
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  • Hitch Cargo Carrier vs Roof Rack For A 2016 Acura MDX
  • For a roof rack, the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA137B-2 with the Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs # RRRLKVA and this Fit Kit # DK400 is all you need to get a roof rack on your car. This won't help with the noise, but will give you a better place to tie down your bag to keep the water out. This hitch will work # e98840 and you can use it with this carrier # e98874 if you wanted to go that route. The hitch will work with this rack too # Y02458. I would suggest getting the roof rack...
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  • Roof Rack And Snowsport Rack For 2012 Acura MDX With Naked Roof
  • The roof rack system I recommend for your 2012 Acura MDX is the Rhino Rack Vortex System. This system includes the 54 inch Aero crossbars, the leg kit, and custom clamps and pads that will ensure a secure fit for your MDX. When ordering this roof rack system you will need part # RRVA137B-2, part # RRRLKVA, and part # DK176. The carrier I recommend for the skis and snowboard is the Rhino-Rack Carrier, part # RR576. This would fit well on the roof rack I recommended. To be certain it will...
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  • Replacement Thule Key for a 2818 Lock Core
  • If you are looking for a replacement key for your Thule rack or box that has a lock core number of 2818 you would need the part # THKEYN2818.
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  • Best Trailer Hitch for a 2018 Acura MDX Hybrid for Bikes
  • The best trailer hitch receiver we have for your 2018 Acura MDX Hybrid is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13146. This hitch is a custom fit that installs using pre drilled holes in the frame rail. It will be perfect for your bikes and ski rack. I have attached an install video for you as well. If you are looking for a bike rack and ski carrier combo then you might be interested in Thule Hitching Post Pro part # TH934XTR with the Thule Tram Ski and Snowboard Carrier part # TH9033....
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  • Best Replacement for Dometic Duo Therm Brisk Air RV Air Conditioner
  • In order to replace the Dometic Duo Therm Brisk Air RV Air Conditioner (541816A701J0) I recommend using the Furrion Chill Replacement RV Air Conditioner part # FR42PV. This unit will be a direct plug-in-play with the included adapter, offers the highest BTU rating available of 15,000, and has the quietest operation.
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  • Longer Rooftop Cargo Basket Recommendation for 2005 Acura MDX Crossbars
  • The extended Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket is part # TH859XT-8591XT will fit the factory crossbars of your 2005 Acura MDX with or without the extension. It fits crossbar spreads of 20" - 37" . It has a 150 pound capacity and has an optional lock in part # TH450400.
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  • Easy Brake Controller Solution for 2018 Acura MDX without Trailer Wiring
  • I have a solution that would allow you to install a brake controller in your 2018 Acura MDX without factory wiring. You'll need the Redarc Tow Pro Elite part # RED44FR that you mentioned with the install harness # 3028-P and then the 7-way kit part # 118289 and you'd be set. All of the brake controller wiring is present on the versions of your vehicle with or without the tow package.
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  • Will the Yakima Fullback Carry 2 Adult and 1 Kids Bike on a 2013 Acura MDX
  • Yes. The Yakima Fullback # Y02633 will work and is a great choice to carry your adult mountain bikes and kid's bike. I really like that the Fullback comes with a cable lock to secure the bikes and a lock to keep the rack attached to the car. For the kid's bike you will need a bike frame adapter bar like the # 64005 to allow you to carry the bike, but this is required for any type of hanging bike rack. I've linked a review video of these two parts for you to check out if you haven't already.
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  • Recommended Trunk-Mount Three Bike Rack For 2013 Acura MDX With Rear Spoiler
  • If you are opposed to a trailer hitch on your MDX the trunk mount bike carrier I recommend is the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 3 Bike Rack, part # HRF2-3. This bike carrier is designed for vehicles with spoilers as you said you have on your MDX. This bike rack is designed to carry 3 bikes that weigh up to 35-lbs each. The upper frame of the bike rack extends over the spoiler, and folds down for easy storage when not in use. If you are planning on carrying bikes with alternative frames...
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  • Replacement Frame Cradle Strap Recommendation for a Thule Hitching Post Pro
  • The replacement strap for the T-3 cradle on your Hitching Post Pro is part # 753-3535. I've confirmed this with Thule.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Hitch Ball Recommendation for a 2011 Acura MDX
  • For your 2011 Acura MDX, I would recommend installing a Class III 2 inch trailer hitch like the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # 13354. The class III trailer hitch will give you the highest towing capacity possible for your vehicle of 4,000 lbs and it is also compatible with a wider variety of hitch mounted accessories (bike racks, cargo carriers, etc.). I have attached the installation instructions as well as an installation video of this hitch on a 2011 Acura MDX. The size of the hitch...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier for 2020 Acura MDX with Flush Rails
  • For your 2020 Acura MDX with flush rails, I recommend starting with the following parts: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" # TH711420 - Rapid Podium Feet # TH460R - Fit Kit # THKIT3132 Then for your kayaks I recommend adding the Thule Compass Kayak and SUP Carrier w/ Tie-Downs # TH890000 which is rated for two kayaks and up to 130 lbs. It also comes with all straps required to mount and transport 2 kayaks.
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  • 2024 Acura MDX Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations
  • I really like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e27KR for your 2024 Acura MDX because it has a hidden crosstube and matte black finish so it looks great has a nice, durable finish that is well protected against the elements and any road debris. Then for a bike rack I recommend Kuat Transfer V2 # KU74FR because of how easy it is to use and the wide variety of bikes it's compatible with. Attached are installation and review videos of both products for you to check out!
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  • Does CIPA Tow Mirror # CM11980 Fit 2017 Acura MDX
  • Yes, we have found that the CIPA tow mirror part # CM11980 will fit and work well on a 2017 Acura MDX like what you have. I attached an install video for this mirror on a similar Honda Pilot for you to check out as well.
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  • Recommendation for 2009 Acura MDX Trailer Wiring Harness and Brake Controller
  • For your 2009 Acura MDX you will start with a 4-way trailer connector if you don't already have one. I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118424 which plugs into the factory wiring harness located behind the trim panel on the driver's side. I've attached a video to assist. This harness has a slightly better reputation than the Curt # C56038 which is also a fit. Then I recommend using the brake controller wiring kit # ETBC7 which will give...
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  • 3-Bike Rack Recommendations for Mountain Bikes Carried on 2001 Acura MDX
  • We do offer 3-bike trunk-mount racks that will fit on your 2001 Acura MDX and these can be seen by clicking on the link provided. The best of the bunch is the Thule OutWay 3, part # TH56BV, which includes locks for the rack itself and for your 3 bikes, and which mounts using 4 vinyl-coated steel cables (instead of a half-dozen straps). A lower cost option is the Thule Gateway XT # TH78VR which is a more basic rack that does not include locks. The trouble with trunk-mount racks is that...
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  • Rooftop Cargo Box Recommendation for 178 cm Skis on a 2020 Acura MDX
  • For your application I recommend going with the Thule Force XT XXL Rooftop Cargo Box # TH6359B because it has 22 cu ft of cargo space, so it can handle up to 215 cm skis, and it has the Black AeroSkin finish so it looks like a matte black box. Matte black finishes tend to do a better job of hiding scuffs and scratches from road debris and they look a little more durable in general which is why I like them. Attached is a review video of this cargo box for you to check out.
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  • Recommended Ball Mount for Towing and Bike Rack Use Simultaneously
  • Going over bumps will not increase the tongue weight pressure, but it will give additional torque to your hitch. Because of that, many adapters like a dual hitch receiver will reduce the hitch's rated tongue weight capacity by 50%. However, if you use a ball mount like # D210 instead of the dual hitch receiver like # D-192 that capacity reduction does not happen because you won't have two moving parts. With this ball mount the torque is not transferred to the hitch in the same way. ...
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