How to Reduce Rattle With Yakima DoubleDown Bike Rack

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I bought the bike rack about a month ago, order #105995190, finally installed, 1 1/4 in, last weekend. The wobble is very wide, 2-3 inches back and forth. Any ideas on how to lessen the wobble?

asked by: Nancy R

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Expert Reply:

There is a way for you to reduce the rattle, also called play, with the Yakima DoubleDown. I recommend using Curt Stabilizing Straps # 18050, which will significantly lessen the amount of wobbling you are experiencing. I've added a link to a demonstration video which shows you how the straps are used.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

You can use an anti-rattle device such as #SHP2082 as long as the shank on the bike rack is hollow. If it is not hollow then use anti-rattle device #MPG908. I have included a link to a video review of device #MPG908 for you. It is also possible…

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Answer 2

The Yakima DoubleDown 4 comes with a hitch bolt that, when tightened, should relieve the play between the bike rack shank and the inside of the hitch receiver. What you can do to eliminate any additional sway would be to use a separate anti-rattle…

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Answer 3

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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