Can You Open The Tailgate Completely On A 2020 F-150 While Using The Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack

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Can I open my tailgate with dis rack?

asked by: Greg R

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The Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # TH903202 will allow you to open the tail gate most of the way but not fully when in the tilted position. The tilt away feature on most racks were designed for rear hatch or trunk type doors that lift up and not for truck tailgates that fold down.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

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 2

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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Answer 3

As long as the flat tow wiring is wired in before the 4-Way #C93ZV and you connect the power for the converter directly to the battery it will work. I have seen several use Magnetic Lights #TL21RK which they will wire in on the main harness to have…

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Answer 4

Hey Andy, the Swagman E-Spec part #S94FR would be able to accommodate a bike wheelbase that is 48.8 inches so it would work for you.

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Answer 5

Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

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Answer 6

Hello Steve. I do have a good solution for you, but I cannot recommend using the Malone Adapter #MPG544. Since it is rated for towing only 4,000 lbs, your 8,000 lb towed vehicle would be double the max towing capacity. You are right about there being…

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Answer 7

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 8

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

For an e-bike rack for your Letric XP step thru bikes at the rear of an RV the Swagman E-Spec part #S94FR would be a great choice as it's rated for the rougher ride quality at the rear of RVs, has the higher weight capacity needed at 60 lbs per…

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Answer 10

When determine if you can fully open swing-out doors on your 2022 ProMaster 3500 with the Yakima EXO #Y34ZR, it really depends on how far your doors swing when in the open position. While the 90-degree swing has not been tested spcificially on a 2022…

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Answer 11

The best solution is to purchase the Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Electric, Step Through, and Cruiser Bikes #S57FR for the non-electric women's bike and any electric bike that has a step-through or alternative frame. The adapter bar will…

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Answer 12

Wheel-mount bike racks like the Thule T2 Pro XTR #TH83JV aren't the best options for bikes with fenders for exactly the reason you mentioned. The ratcheting hooks would come down on the fender instead of the wheel which won't provide a secure…

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