Thule Helium Pro 3 Cradle Replacement

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Hello. I am looking for some cradles for my Thule Helio 3 bike rack, part number 8537605. Is there something compatible that will fit if those cradles are no longer in stock? Thank you.

asked by: Vickie C

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Expert Reply:

The Replacement Anti-Sway Cradle # 1500056002 is the correct cradle for your Thule Helium Pro 3 bike rack # TH9043PRO.

Alternatively, you could also use Replacement Cradle for Thule Helium Pro Bike Rack # 1500056001 which is also confirmed to fit your Thule Helium Pro 3 bike rack.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

The Replacement Anti-Sway Cradle #1500056002 has a diameter of 1-1/4". This is specifically made for the Thule Helium Pro bike rack models #TH9042PRO and #TH9043PRO. If you can provide which model bike rack you have then I can find a solution…

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Answer 2

Over time the cradles on your Thule Helium are going to expand a bit, especially with use and moving them around. I would say this is an instance of unless you're having issues with them, there's not a reason to replace them. It looks like…

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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

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 5

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 6

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 7

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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Answer 12

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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