How to Remove the End Cap of a Thule Bike Rack That is Riveted On, to Replace a Hold Fast Cradle
Question:
How do you get the end caps off a Thule bike rack that are riveted on. I’m trying to replace the hold fast cradle assembly.
asked by: Randi B
Expert Reply:
At the end of the arms of the Thule bike racks that use the Hold Fast Cradle # 7521513002 there are end caps that have to be removed in order to remove the old cradles and put on the new ones.
These caps can either have a screw holding them on, or in your case a rivet. Since there is a rivet, it will have to be drilled out (a screw can be used in place of the rivet once the installation is complete). To work the cradles off and on it helps to twist the cradle side to side while simultaneously pushing the cradle on (or pulling the old one off).
(click to enlarge)
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Replacement Hold Fast Cradle for Thule Archway and Apex Bike Racks
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Cradle and Arm Parts
- Cradles
- Apex
- Archway
- Thule
more information >
Continue Researching
- Shop: Replacement Hold Fast Cradle for Thule Archway and Apex Bike Racks
- Shop: Replacement Anti-Sway Attachment for Thule Apex and Helium Aero Bike Racks - Qty 1
- Shop: Replacement Straps for Cradles on Thule Bike Racks - Qty 4
- Q&A: Removing Cap on Arm of Thule Bike Rack to Replace Hold Fast Cradle
- Video: Thule Hitch Bike Racks 7521513002 Review
- Video: Thule Hitch Bike Racks TH534 Review
- Q&A: How To Install Replacement Hold Fast Cradle For Thule Archway And Apex Bike Racks
- Q&A: Removing Cradles of Thule Bike Rack with Riveted Arms
- Q&A: Availability of Replacement Hold Fast Cradle for Thule 9042 Helium Aero
- Q&A: Installation of Replacement Hold Fast Cradle 7521513002 on Thule Archway 3 Trunk Bike Rack TH9010XT
- Q&A: Tips for Replacing a Cradle on a Thule Vertex Bike Rack
- Q&A: Tips for Preventing Thule Apex Bike Rack Cradle from Sliding
- Shop: Replacement Cradles and Straps for Surco 2-Bike Carrier
- Shop: Replacement Anti-Sway Cradle for Thule Raceway Bike Rack
- Shop: Replacement Angled Extension for Anti-Sway Cradles on Thule Apex and Vertex Bike Racks - Qty 1
- Shop: Replacement Anti-Sway Attachment for Thule Archway, Gateway, Roadway, and Vertex Bike Racks - Qty 1
- Video: Review of Thule Replacement Raceway Bike Rack Anti-Sway Cradle - TH8523486001
- Video: Thule Trunk Bike Racks 852-2903-001 Review
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: 44649
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: 25580
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Article: Best Bike Racks for Electric Bikes
- Search Results: dust cap
- Video: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Installation - 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Shop: Brake Controller
on Accessories and Parts
