Installing Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers

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remove endcap from thule rack to replace T3 cradle

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To install the Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers # 853-5829, you will need to first remove the end cap from the end of the bike support arm. A Phillips screw is what typically holds the cap in place.

You will then use just a small amount of soap and water to help slide the existing cradles off the carrier. Once the cradles are removed, you will then orient the strap and cradle together and slide them back on in the correct position.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Michael F.

6/27/2020

There is no screw holding on the end cap on the 9042 helium aero. It looks like a rivet. Is there a different way to replace the cradle on this unit?

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Answer 1

The Thule Stay-Put Cradle #853-7887 is designed for the Parkway, Roadway, Hitching Post Pro and Passage bike carriers. It is a basic, entry-level cradle, whereas the Thule T3 #853-5829 replacement cradle has an extra level of cushion and has a more…

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Answer 2

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Answer 6

Thank you for the images. I was able to verify you have an older Thule Hitching Post Pro. This will use the Replacement Strap #753-3535 as the Cradle #853-5829 is a separate piece.

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Answer 7

It sounds like you may have a hitch rack which uses the HideAway Cradle Ratchet Straps #TH536. While these may look like the entire assembly is one piece the straps are removable. If these are not the type of straps your rack uses please send us some…

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Answer 8

The inner diameter of the Replacement Hold Fast Cradle #852-3005-002 is 1-1/4 inches.

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

There are no reflectors that come with, or are made specifically for the Thule Hitching Post Pro #TH934XTR, but that doesn't mean you cannot add some yourself. The Oralite Reflector #RT21RB that you referenced is definitely an option. You could…

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Answer 11

It looks like you purchased the Thule T3 Cradle, #853-5829, and the T3 Strap, #753-3535. These two items should work well together so I made a short demonstration video for you. If you think you may have received a different strap or are missing a…

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Answer 12

At the ends of the arms on Thule bike racks that take the Hold Fast cradle #7521513002 there are end caps that usually have to be removed in order to remove the old cradles and put on the new ones. These caps can either have a screw holding them on…

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