Can I Use the Thule Elite Van XT # TH302043 with a Spare Tire on a Ram ProMaster Van?
Question:
Hello! I’m interested in the Thule bike rack for the rear door of the ram promaster but I have a spare tire mounted on the drivers side door that I’m unsure would allow the use of the bike rack. Potentially only in the highest position? I have a cannondale road bike
asked by: Kimberlee
Expert Reply:
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 bikes on your van even in the highest position available on the rack.
Although, from the looks of your picture, it looks like you have the Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches # Y62VR installed on your hitch. If this is the case, the best option is to add the TopShelf for Yakima EXO SwingBase # Y94VR along with the Yakima DoubleUp 2 Bike Rack for Modular EXO System # Y24VR.
It is important to note that the length from the shank pinhole on the swing base to the closest part of the rack is only 4-1/2 inches, you most likely need the Yakima StraightShot Hitch Extension - 2" Hitches - 7-1/4" Long # Y69VR to provide you with extra length on the shank to clear your spare tire. I recommend measuring the distance from the center of your hitch pinhole to the outside face of your rear bumper to make sure you need to use the StraightShot.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Yakima DoubleUp 2 Bike Rack for Modular EXO System - Wheel Mount
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Trailer Hitch
- EXO Accessories
- Bike Rack
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Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - 10 cu ft - 100 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Enclosed Carrier
- Swing Away Carrier
- 23 inch Wide
- Light Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 60 Inch Long
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- Yakima
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Yakima StraightShot Hitch Extension - 2" Hitches - 7-1/4" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- 7-1/4 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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TopShelf for Yakima EXO SwingBase
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- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier Bag
- Roof Basket
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Trailer Hitch
- EXO Accessories
- Top Shelf
- EXO
- Yakima
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Thule Elite Van XT 2 Bike Rack for Sprinter Rear Door
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Wheel and Frame Mount
- 2 Bikes
- Locks Not Included
- Adjustable Arms
- Platform Rack
- Thule
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