Replacement Anti-Sway Cradle Needed for the Thule Vertex 9028XT Bike Rack

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I purchase the Thule Vertex 2. Someone has stole my anti sway parts. I just want to get the same thing but there are a lot of options online. Can you tell me what parts need?

asked by: Amy S

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Expert Reply:

I am sorry to hear that someone stole part of your Thule Vertex 9028XT bike rack.

The replacement Anti-Sway Attachment can be found on our site listed as part # 852-2903-001.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The Thule #852-2903-001 is the replacement Anti-Sway cage for the Stay-Put cradles used on your Thule Vertex bike rack. The necessary strap is part #852-3006-001. The parts are sold individually, so you'd need one of each per bike. The #853-7887…

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Answer 2

The Thule anti-sway angled extensions #852-3108-001 can be removed from the Hold Fast cradle the reverse way they are installed. I have attached a photo from the Vertex instructions showing how they are installed. The angled extension will rotate so…

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Answer 3

Some bikes have frames with steep angles that may necessitate the use of the extension. In other cases there may be something attached to the frame that would block the anti-sway cradle unless the extension is used. It is situational and it depends…

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Answer 4

The primary difference between the #TH9028XT Vertex and the #TH9024XT Apex is that the Apex features some improved features like an easier to use locking/anti-rattle system and an upgraded and easier to use cradle system. The upgraded locking system…

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Answer 5

The anti-sway cradles part #852-2903-001 for the Thule Trailway which is the same as our Thule Hitching Post Pro part #TH934XTR just snaps onto the main cradle body part #853-7887. It may take a bit of force to do this but nonetheless that is the…

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Answer 6

Some women's bikes that do not have a top horizontal frame tube, the step-thru frame type, can be a challenge to fit on certain bike racks. The excellent Thule Hitching Post Pro #TH934XTR hanging style rack can still be used with women's…

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Answer 7

If you look at the bottom of the frame cradle (see pic I attached) you will see what looks like a rectangular rod connected three times to the bottom of cradle. You will need to take the Replacement Anti-Sway Cage #853-7758 and slide the open end of…

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Answer 8

Both Curt trailer hitch receivers that fit your 2009 Honda Accord, parts #C11496 and #C11085, are Class I hitches that measure 1-1/4 inches. They also have the same towing and tongue weight capacities. They even install in the same location and…

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Answer 9

The replacement anti-sway cage that would go along with the part #852-3005-002 that you referenced is the #852-2903-001. If you needed replacement straps you would also want the part #852-3006-001.

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Answer 10

The replacement craddle you need for the Thule Hitching Post Pro - Folding Tilting 4 Bike Rack item #TH934XTR is the Replacement Stay-Put Cradle for Thule Parkway and Roadway Bike Carriers item #853-7887.

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Answer 11

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 12

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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