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  • What Bike Rack do You Recommend for Transporting 2 Occasional Bikes?
  • I have an answer for you. Unfortunately, there is no way to connect the Swagman XC2 Bike Rack # S64650 to your Swagman Traveler XC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches or RV Bumpers # S64663. Swagman also does not make any 2-bike extensions that are compatible with your # S64663. For the easiest route, I recommend keeping your # S64663 and purchasing the SeaSucker Mini Bomber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Fork Mount - Vacuum Cup Mount # 298-BM2006 for when you have to transport those 2 additional...
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  • Difference Between Curt and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches for 2012 Mazda CX-9
  • Other than the difference in brand/manufacturer, the Curt # 13575 and the Draw-Tite # 75531 for your Mazda CX-9 are pretty close to identical. Between the two options I do recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13575 because the hitch itself is made in the USA and their powder coat seems to last a lot longer. Other than that the Curt hitch does feature a square crosstube as opposed to the round tube design on the Draw-Tite, but this is just an aesthetic difference and doesn't affect performance/reliability...
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  • What Brake Controller do you Recommend for my 2019 Mazda CX-9
  • We have a couple of options for you including the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller part # RED24FR. The easiest way to get brake power to your trailer is to use the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180. If you currently have a 7-way connector this will plug directly in and pair with your phone for use with your trailer. If you do not have a 7-way and just a standard 4-way flat connector with your tow package add the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller...
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  • Recommendation for Bike Frame Adapter Bar
  • With the ability to adjust both the Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT and the Hollywood Racks # HRBA-PRO will fit all three of your bikes. The Swagman Deluxe Bike Adapter Bar # 64005 does not work with all of your bikes because it doesn't collapse small enough for some kids bikes. The Thule ranges from 16" to 31-1/2" and the Hollywood Racks ranges from 15-13/64" to 28-13/16". I think both are about the same when it comes to quality. I like the rubber coated hooks on the Thule compared...
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  • Recommended Gooseneck/5th Wheel Wiring In Bed for 2016 GMC Sierra
  • I recommend the 7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket - Vehicle End # HM40975 for your replacement and then adding the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug # 41157 for the gooseneck/5th wheel in bed connection.
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  • 2012 Mazda CX9 Hitch Recommendation and Towing Capacity Information
  • According to my research the 2012 Mazda CX-9 comes in various versions that have different towing capacities. For example, the 4-door Sport with 3.7L V6 and all-wheel-drive 6-speed transmission has a maximum tow rating of 3500-lbs, while other versions including the Touring 4-door are limited to 2000-lbs. The best way to determine your towing capacity would be to check the owners manual of your vehicle or contact a Mazda dealer with your VIN and they should be able to tell you the options...
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  • Recommended Trailer Connector For 2012 Mazda CX-9
  • The Curt T-Connector Harness, part # 56016 will give you the 4-way connector at the rear of your 2012 Mazda CX-9, and we have just the thing you need to get you the connector for your camper. If you do not have brakes on your trailer and no brake controller is needed, you can install the Hopkins 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole Adapter, part # 37185. This will give you a 7-way connector and 4-way connector. I have attached a link to an installation video for the # 37185 that does not involve...
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  • Best Roof Rack Recommendation for 2019 Mazda CX-9 with Naked Roof
  • The best roof rack for your 2019 Mazda CX-9 with a naked roof is the Thule Wingbar roof rack part numbers # TH711400, # TH710501, and # TH145068. This rack is the best because the bars are aerodynamically shaped which decreases wind noise and because it's the easiest to install and highest quality overall.
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  • Cargo Carrier that Fits Crossbar Spread of 44 inches
  • For a crossbar spread of 44 inches we have the Yakima OffGrid roof cargo basket part # Y07138-08.
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  • Bike Rack Recommendations for Carrying 5 Bikes with a 2011 Mazda CX-9
  • We typically recommend against using a bike adapter for a 1-1/4 inch to allow it to carry a bike rack designed for hitches with 2 inch openings. The reason for this is that it will cut the capacity of the hitch in half and therefore make the bike rack capable of carrying even less weight. This would be counter-productive as it would most likely damage your hitch. You would be better off using a Class II bike rack to transport 4 bikes and then if you need to transport a fifth bike to put...
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  • Sway Control Only for an R-Pod 172 Trailer
  • When using a friction style sway bar such as # 17200, as long as you are backing up in a straight line on level ground you can leave it in place. But If turning while backing up or on uneven terrain you would want to disengage the unit to avoid damaging it. So a good rule is just to disconnect it. You will not have to disconnect the trailer and taking it off is quick and easy. Just release the tension then pull the pin on the trailer end bracket holding the bar on. Then pull it off. This...
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  • Installation of Rightline Rooftop Cargo Bag on 2008 Mazda CX9 With Sunroof
  • You can use either the inside straps or the Rightline Car Clips, part # RL100600, to attach the Rightline Rooftop Cargo Bag, part # RL100S20, to your 2008 Mazda CX-9. It would just be a matter of preference on which system you would want to use. If you are mounting the cargo bag over the sunroof you will not want to operate the sunroof. I would also recommend to use the Rightline Non-Skid Protection Pad, part # RL100650, under the cargo bag to protect your vehicles roof and to keep the...
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2015 Mazda CX-9
  • Hitch mounted bike racks are the way to go. They provide a more secure attachment to a vehicle that doesn't contact any painted surfaces. For a hitch I would recommend the Curt Hitch part # 13575 that has a 2 inch opening. 2 inch hitches will have higher capacities and will offer more flexibility for future hitch accessories. This hitch does not require any welding for installation, and you could remove it pretty easily as well. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed...
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  • Does Draw Tite Hitch # 76020 Fit 2022 Mazda CX-9
  • Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part # 76020 does fit your 2022 Mazda CX-9. If you needed trailer wiring too the Tekonsha part # 118278 is a confirmed fit, installs easiest, and has the most reliable converter box.
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  • Recommended Hitch With Adapter For 2014 Mazda CX9 With 1.25 Thule T2 Bike Rack
  • I spoke with my contact at Curt and they told me that the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole on the Curt Trailer Hitch part # C12112, to the outer edge of the bumper on your 2014 Mazda CX-9 is 3-1/2 inches. I checked the dimensions on the Thule T2 Platform-Style 2 Bike Carrier, part # TH9045, and found that the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest edge of the bike rack when folded up is 3-1/2 inches. That would put the bike carrier so close to the back...
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  • 2018 Mazda CX-9 Roof Rack For A Naked Roof
  • If you have what we call a naked roof, meaning no raised rails or flush rails, you cannot choose where to place the rack on the roof of your 2018 Mazda CX-9. Here is a setup for your car on a naked roof. The rack would consist of three separate parts; Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2, part # Y00425, BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4, part # Y28TR, BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2, part # Y06138, BaseClip...
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  • Recommended Hitch and 4-way Connector for a 2021 Mazda CX-9
  • The hitch that I recommend for your 2021 Mazda CX-9 is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76020.This hitch has a bolt-on, no-drill installation and will provide you with a 2" receiver opening which is the most common size used for hitch mounted accessories such as bike racks, cargo carriers and ball mounts. This hitch also includes a bracket you can use to mount the Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat # 18144 on for mounting your 4-way connector to your hitch. The 4-way wiring harness...
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  • Thule Roof Rack Fit Kit that Fits 2018 Mazda CX-9 With Flush Rails
  • The correct Thule fit kit for your 2018 Mazda CX-9 to use with your Thule feet # TH710601 is the part # TH67KE. Sounds like you already have crossbars but just want to mention the part # TH711320 is the correct size.
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  • Does Trailer Hitch from 2022 Mazda CX-9 Also Fit 2019 CX-9
  • A trailer hitch from a 2019 Mazda CX-9 would also fit a 2022 CX-9 like the Draw Tite part # 76020 that you referenced. Worth nothing is that the hitch install hardware is one time use and we offer replacement hardware with part RHK.
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  • Does Offset of Kuat Beta Bike Rack # B202-2 Cause Clearance Issue
  • Since the upright mast of the Kuat Beta # B202-2 attaches to the side of the shank that slides into the hitch you end up with the bike rack offset to the passenger side by a couple inches. It's never been enough of an offset to cause an issue with our customers. As long as you are trying to carry a long tandem rack or recumbent (not recommended with this rack anyway) you'd be just fine.
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