How to Lock a Thule Bike Rack to a Trailer Hitch Receiver

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Can you suggest me a lock for a replacement - Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device? Looks like this is a M12 pin.

asked by: Mandar

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The Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device part # THSTL2 will be the only hitch lock we have that is confirmed to work with a Thule bike rack. The majority of hitch locks for bike racks are specific to that rack and cannot be exchanged for an alternative lock.

If you can let me know what you are trying to secure to your trailer hitch receiver then I would be more than happy to provide you with hitch lock options. However, if it is a Thule bike rack then you will have to use the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The SoftRide Anti-Rattle lock you mentioned, part #SR25219 is an excellent product, but it is not compatible with the threaded shank of Thule bike racks. Thule makes a Snug Tite hitch lock and anti-rattle device, part #THSTL2 that is compatible with…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Anti-Rattle Device and Lock for 2 inch Trailer Hitches, item #SR25219, will work with the 2 inch Cargo Carrier, item #63153.

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Answer 3

It sounds like the lock core isn't seated properly in your Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device #THSTL2. I've attached a video to help you with this installation as the core should be slightly recessed when installed correctly.…

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Answer 4

We sell several hitch locks for bike racks. Many times, bike rack manufacturers use threaded hitch pins, so you use a brand specific hitch lock. In one of your previous questions, it looks like you were interested in the Thule Parkway 4 Bike Rack.…

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Answer 5

To lock your bikes to your older model Thule Vertex Bike Rack, I just recommend using a cable lock like the #e98891. You can weave the cable around your bikes and then through the safety chain loops on your trailer hitch, which will also secure the…

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Answer 6

The Replacement Lock Housing for Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock #753-3725-02 is designed to replace the housing of the locks on of the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device #THSTL2, so you're not going to be able to use this part on your…

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Answer 7

Both the Thule Apex XT 4 part #TH9025XT and Thule Hitching Post Pro part #TH934XTR are great options to carry 4 bikes. The biggest difference between the Apex and the Hitching post pro is the locks, cradle spacing, and cradles. The Apex cradles are a…

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Answer 8

The threaded hitch bolt you will need for your Thule DoubleTrack TH990XT is #TH62RE. The nuts inside the shank though are not available. Nor is the shank itself. But you could either use the new bolt or a tap and die set to cut new threads in the…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 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

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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