How to Carry 2 Kayaks on a 2015 Toyota Tacoma

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2015 Toyota Tacoma with hitch What is the best way to carry two kayaks 10-12 feet in length?

asked by: Darryl B

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There are several different ways you can carry 2 kayaks with your 2015 Toyota Tacoma. First, you could put them in the bed of the truck and use a tailgate pad such as # S64761 to protect both the truck and the kayaks and to secure the kayaks to the tailgate and pad.

Another option is to utilize your trailer hitch (as long as it is a 2 inch hitch) and half of a roof rack. It sounds a little strange but if you put one crossbar on the roof and then used the Yakima LongArm, # Y01149-1150, you could not only carry 2 kayaks but the LongArm will also help with lifting or lowering them.

For a single roof rack bar for a regular cab with naked roof you will need bar # RRVA137B, legs # RRRLKVAH, and fit kit # DK046H.

For a double cab with naked roof you will need the same bar and feet as above but a different fit kit, # DK174H.

And a third option is to use a ladder rack and load the kayaks on it. If it does not have the deck rail system you can use # EM07705 which comes with load stops.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The Erickson Big Bed Load Extender, #EM07600, measures 49-1/2 inches from the hitch pin hole to the outer edge of the upright. I have included a picture to illustrate this measurement. To determine exactly how far the extender, #EM07600, will…

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Answer 2

For your 2018 Toyota Tacoma you said 3 inch lock, which I assume was the inside diameter of the lock. The bit of extra width on the receiver of your Tacoma is what is causing it to be tight and difficult to lock so the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock…

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Answer 3

You can absolutely add the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector #C56349 to your 2018 Toyota Tacoma that does not have the factory tow package. Installing this connector in your truck will only require you to…

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For your 2018 Toyota Tacoma that has the factory step bumper, I recommend the Curt Hitch #C13264. This Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your truck and will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill installation. It features a 6,000 pound…

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Answer 5

I have attached for you below an install video of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13264 on a 2016 Toyota Tacoma. The front two attachment holes require fishwiring. This is standard procedure for hitch installation but the Tacoma can be…

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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 7

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 8

Hi Steve, thanks for the question, and we do indeed have the correct mounting panel for the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR on your 2007 Toyota Tacoma. What you need is the following: - Mounting Panel for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controller…

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Answer 9

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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Answer 10

The Rhino-Rack Roof Rack for Factory Tracks #Y02-490B-NT is going to be your best bet for the tracks on the ARE topper for your 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The weight capacity is 220 lbs like you mentioned, but that's going to be the highest…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

Yes, here is a photo of our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #e98905 installed on a 2023 Toyota Tacoma.

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