Could Thule Elite Van Bike Rack Fit Ford Transit Potentially

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Question:

I have a 2015 AWD L3H3 Ford Transit, the rear door height is 1887mm same as the L4H3. Would love to use this rack, instead of a hitch mounted one. Can you tell me if this would fit my van?

asked by: David M

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Expert Reply:

Since the Thule Elite Van XT 2 Bike Rack for Sprinter Rear Door # TH302043 basically glues to the rear door with the included rails it could technically fit your Transit if you have room for it like you said it did.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You are correct the Thule Bike Rack Elite XT part #TH302043 does fit the high roof versions of the Mercedes Sprinters. In the install instructions the pictures of the vehicle it installs on are the high roof style. I send updates on the question page…

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Answer 2

The Blue Ox #BX8858 will work great with your Curt Class IIl #C13343 hitch. As long as the lock you choose has a inside span greater 2-5/8 or greater, it'll work with a typical Class III or IV hitch like the Curt model you specified. The span on…

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Answer 3

The etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #E98842 should have come with the hardware to install it. Make sure you check inside the hitch receiver as the hardware is sometimes taped inside. If it…

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Answer 4

On a hitch cover like the Pilot Brake Light Hitch Cover, part #CR-007, that uses just the green and white wires, the right turn signal is flashing because the hitch cover is using the right turn signal/brake circuit which is a combined circuit. This…

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Answer 5

We definitely have a solution for transporting bikes on your Ram Promaster. However, I sent a photo of your setup to my tech at Thule, and he confirmed that your spare tire sits too high in order for the Thule Elite Van XT #TH302043 to work with your…

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Answer 6

The Thule T2 Pro 2 Bike Platform Rack referenced in your question is a great platform rack designed for Class I and Class II trailer hitch receivers. Since the release of the T2 Pro 2 Bike Platform Rack, Thule has made some improvements and released…

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Answer 7

The correct Thule bike rack for your 2022 Winnebago Travato 59GL on a 2021 Promaster Chassis is the Thule Elite Van XT 2 Bike Rack for Ram ProMaster Rear Door #TH302013. With the Thule Elite Van XT 2 #TH302013, you will be able to open both of your…

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Answer 8

Yes the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device part #THSTL2 is designed to work with the Thule Trailway.

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Answer 9

We do not have any custom-fit front hitches for your 2015 Ford Transit T350 but we do offer universal-fit RV-type frame-mount hitches that could potentially work for you. These will require drilling into the frame for bolt-on installation. You can…

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Answer 10

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 11

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 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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