Solution for Kuat Trio that Hits Rear Lift Gate
Question:
I recently purchased and received a Kuat Trio roof rack from etrailer. When I did my search on trailer, I put in my vehicle make - 2019 Audi Q5. I have a factory aero blade roof rack to attach the Kuat Trio to. In the search window I put in roof bike racks. The Kuat Trio came up as a compatible roof bike rack for my Q5 set up. However, once the rack arrived and I installed it I found that the Kuat Trio extends fairly far back on the rack and the car tail gate hits the end of the Kuat Trio rack - not good. What should I do? Did I make a mistake when I did the search of compatible roof bike racks for my 2019 Q5? Im leaving this weekend for a long trip and wanted to put my bikes on the rack. But Im reluctant to take the rack on the road if this rack is not right for the car.
asked by: Scott H
Helpful Expert Reply:
I am assuming you mean it's hitting the rear hatch/trunk/lift gate when it's open but not when it's closed? Or is it hitting all the time? Have you tried reversing the Kuat Trio part # TR02 on the crossbars of your 2019 Audi Q5?
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Kuat Trio Roof Bike Rack - Fork Mount - Clamp On - Aluminum - Black and Polished Chrome
- Roof Bike Racks
- Fork Mount
- 15mm Thru-Axle
- 20mm Thru-Axle
- 9mm Fork
- Bike Lock
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Disc Brake Compatible
- Clamp On - Standard
- Black
- Kuat
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