Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2005 Ford Freestyle that Allows the Hatch to Open
Question:
I see from the pictures that the quad rack has a hinge pin. Can the rack be lowered to the ground while remaining on the vehicle to allow the rear hatch to be opened? Or does the rack only lower to the horizontal position? I own a 2005 Ford Feestyle.....
asked by: Scott H
Expert Reply:
You could remove the pin that secures the central arm of the Swagman Quad, # S64FR, and let it tilt down. however, you could not do it with the bikes attached to the rack because it was not designed for that purpose and could damage the rack. Also, if the bikes are not loaded you could just fold down the closest upright arm and open the hatch.
What I recommend instead is to go with a swinging bike rack like the Thule Apex, # TH9027XT. This rack also holds 4 bikes but has the ability to swing out to the passenger side of the vehicle giving you near complete access to the rear of the vehicle. I have included a link to a video featuring the bike rack for you.
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Thule Apex Swing XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Swing-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
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Swagman Quad 2+2 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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