How To Install the Replacement Tube Cradle and Strap for Saris Freedom Bike Platform Racks

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how can you removethe tube cradles from the upright bar of the freedom2? After removing the thumb screw do you pry the opening wider? thanks ls

asked by: Lawerence S

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I don't have any specific install advice on the Replacement Tube Cradle and Strap for Saris Freedom Bike Platform Racks part # SA24382 per se but it looks like one of our customers had a pretty good write-up on this which I attached below for you.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The Yellow knob on the Replacement Tube Cradle and Strap for Saris Freedom Bike Platform Rack, part #SA24382 is actually a thumb screw. If the knob was damaged on the screw you may be able to use something like pliers or vise grips to remove the…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Replacement Tube Cradle and Strap for Saris Freedom Bike Platform Racks item #SA24382 will fit the Freedom EX2 4412F bike rack. There are a few different versions of the Saris Freedom 2 EX bike rack but the big difference between the item…

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Answer 3

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 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 6

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 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 8

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 9

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 10

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 11

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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