Recommended Lock for Thule Hitch-Mount Bike Rack
Question:
i have a Thule bike rack for my ford explorer hitch. Looks like around 1 to 1 1/4 inch thick. Interested in getting a lock for the hitch. what solution do you recommend.
asked by: Jason
Expert Reply:
The available hitch fits for a Ford Explorer will vary by model year and most are the 2-inch Class III types are available. For example, a 2000 model year could be fitted with a 2-inch like # 13540. Let us know a year and we will see if we can get you a 1-1/4" hitch for you.
If your Thule hitch rack is one of those listed as compatible with Thule's Snug Tite Hitch Lock # THSTL2 then this is the correct lock to use. It uses a 1/2-inch diameter threaded pin and both reduces rattle and locks the carrier.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Thule Racks
- Thule
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Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Thule Racks
- Thule
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