Roof Rack, Bike Rack, and Trailer Hitch Recommendations for a 2015 Ford Transit Connect

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Do you have something that fits 2015ford transit connect... Roof rack, for hauling 4 x 8. Also wondering about bicycle carrier for the rear...not inside. Tks

asked by: Jz

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You can add a roof rack to your 2015 Ford Transit Connect. If your van does not have the factory side rails then I recommend a Rhino-Rack roof rack using the following parts:

Vortex bars # RRVA137B-2
Feet # RRRLKVA
Fit kit # DK417

If you prefer the heavy duty rectangular bars then you would need bars # RB1375, legs # RRRLKHD, and fit kit # DK417.

For any roof rack check the vehicle owner's manual or with Ford to determine the capacity of the van roof and go by whichever is lower.

For a rear mounted bike rack I recommend the versatile Hollywood Racks Express 3 # HRE3 for 3 bikes. I have linked a video review for you.

If your van has a 2 inch trailer hitch then I recommend the Thule Apex swing # TH9027XT. It can swing off to the side with or without bikes loaded so you can open the rear doors of the van. If you need a 2 inch trailer hitch I recommend # C13167. I have linked a video showing an example installation of the hitch for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

To connect your Thule HideAway Awning - Roof Rack Mount - Waterproof - 80 sqft to your 2020 Ford Transit HiRoof Van you'll need the Roof Rack Adapters for Thule HideAway Awnings - TH490008 and TH490010 Item #TH490001. I've attached a video…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 4

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Hey Antoine, so the two kits you mentioned are actually really similar and honestly I would go with the part #ETBC7 if I were you. The #ETBC7L is basically the same thing minus a couple wires and breakers so you may as well get the kit that has…

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I spoke to my contact a Rhino Rack and he informed me that the Rhino Rack roof rack part number #RLZ01-DC that you referenced will add 5-1/2 inches with the front bar that is taller and then 4-1/2 inches with the rear bar that is slightly shorter.

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If your 2020 Ford Transit Connect Cargo has the standard 104.5 wheel base then for a naked roof you will want the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars #RRVA137B-2 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs #RRRLKVA Fit Kit #DK417 Another option is the Rhino-Rack ROC25…

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My first question is where is the wheelchair lift mounted? Because it could use the same mounting area/locations as a trailer hitch would. It might be a moot point though because with a trailer hitch installed, such as #75678, the receiver will be…

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Ultimately you can mount a box like the Yakima SkyBox 18 Cargo Box #Y07336 however you want, you just have to remember that if you use/install it in a way it wasn't built for then the warranty will be voided and you'll be responsible if…

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Answer 11

For the Rhino-Rack RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks - Rivet Mount - 87" Long - Qty 2 #RRRTS547, I reached out to my contact at Rhino-Rack because we don't use a pop rivet gun for this assembly. They said a hand squeeze pop rivet gun will not be…

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Answer 12

For your 2011 Ford Transit Connect you're really just looking for options that mention connection to Fixed Mounting points on your roof- I recommend taking a look at the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack w/ 2 Heavy-Duty Crossbars for Ford Transit Connect -…

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