Will The Thule Epos Fit on a Vehicle With Spare Tire 12" Behind Hitch Receiver Pin?
Question:
Hi- what is the length of the tongue? I need 12 inches from the center of the hole for the hitch pin to clear my tailgate mounted spare tire. Also, I need 9 inches to clear the bumper on my camper if I were to use it on that hitch. Thank you.
asked by: Jim T
Expert Reply:
The Thule Epos Bike Rack # TH69XE is going to have 9-1/2" of clearance from the hitch pin center hole to the uprights so I recommend using the Swing Away Hitch Extender # Y02483. This extender will swing away allowing you access to your rear storage area without having to remove all your bikes.
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Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches
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- Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Thule Epos Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel or Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 3 Bikes
- Class 3
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- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
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