Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack And Thule Camber 2 Bike Rack Comparison

Question:

1 Can you tell me what the fundamental differences are in the features between these two? 2 It seems that the threaded bolt that they both come with which connects it to the receiver is not long enough to come out the opposite side of the receiver. If that is the case, what keeps the bolt from loosening? Are there any options for bolts that go completely through the receiver besides the $60 THSTL2? 3 Your videos show the distance from the center of the hitch pin to the closest part of the rack i.e., the knee is 5.75inch Camber 2 and 7.75inch TR912XTR. Do those distances change if Im using a 1.25inch receiver? Thanks

asked by: Ken K

Expert Reply:

The Thule Hitching Post Bike Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting Item # TH934XTR and Thule Camber 2 Bike Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting - Steel Item # TH9058 are fundamentally the same. The only differences are aesthetics and very slight measurement differences and the Hitching Post Pro can carry 4 bikes.

The bolt will thread into the receiver and will need to be checked occasionally for tightness. The Replacement Hex Bolt 1/2" x 3-1/4" for Thule Hanging Bike Racks - Qty 1 Item # 853-7012-02 is a bit longer than the original locking bolt.

The distance won't change between the 1-1/4" and 2" receivers.

expert reply by: Kevin C