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Yakima Roof Rack Fairing Review - 2007 BMW 3 Series
Today on our 2007 BMW 3 Series were going to test fitting the Yakima 44-inch Fairing for Yakima Roof Racks part number Y07048. To mount our fairing to the vehicle well slip the four hooks over the front crossbar. We do want to make sure that we position the fairing evenly from left to right and between our towers. Once we have it positioned properly well come back and use the carriage bolt and wing nut on each of the outside clips to secure our fairing to our roof rack. With that done our fairing is secured and were ready to hit the road with a much quieter roof rack. Thats it for our test fit of the Yakima 44-inch Fairing for Yakima Roof Racks part number Y07048 on our 2007 BMW 3 Series..
Yakima Control Tower Roof Rack Installation - 2007 BMW 3 Series
Today, on our 2007 BMW 3 series, we'll be test-fitting a Yakima roof rack system. We'll be using the 48-inch bars, part number Y00408, the Landing Pad 11, part number Y00233, as well as the control towers, part number Y00214. Now, we've already got our roof rack system assembled according to the instructions and we're ready to mount it up on our vehicle. The first thing we need to do is open the doors at the four tension points around the corners of the vehicle. You can use your fingernail or a small screwdriver to help pry them open, but be very careful as they are plastic and they are finished in paint. Once weve done that we can take our four landing pads and begin to thread them on the mounting post.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 1998 BMW 3 Series - Curt
All right. Today, it's 1998 BMW 3 Series, we're going to install part number 11177 from Curt. This is what the hitch looks like once installed on the car. Next, we'll go ahead and give you some measurements to help you out in selecting some accessories such as the bike rack or a cargo carrier. On top of receiver opening down to the ground will be 11 inches and from the center of the hitch pinhole to the edge of the bumper will be about 3-1/4 inches. Now, we'll go and show you how the hitches installed.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2004 BMW 3 Series
Today on this 2004 BMW 3 Series we are going to install part number C11174 from Curt. This is what the hitch looks like when it is on the vehicle. Next we will go ahead and give you some measurements that will help you out in ing some accessories such as a ball mount, a bicycle rack or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is going to be 10-1/2 inches. And from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outside edge of the bumper is going to be 6-1/2 inches. Alright, now let us go ahead and show you how the hitch gets installed on the vehicle. 0:29
Trailer Hitch Installation - 1999 BMW 323i
Today on this 1999 BMW 323i we are going to install part number C11174 from Curt. The first step would be to get into the trunk and remove the spare tire since the hitch itself mounts up to the bottom of the spare tire well. Our next step is to lay out our stiffener brackets that go inside the spare tire well. You are going to get two of these right here. You can see one of the arms is a little bit longer. This one is longer on this side than this one. The long armed side is going to go up against the vertical surface of the trunk pan. It is going to fit in these grooves right here and this edge should be pretty close to this top edge. 00:43
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2002 BMW 330XI
Today we are going to be installing Curt hitch part number C11174 on a 2002 BMW 330XI. Okay we are going to start off by going into the trunk area. We want to go ahead and remove the spare tire, all of our attaching points are going to come through the trunk well. With everything cleared out, we are going to start by using these long brackets that are included in the installation kit. You can see there is a shorter leg and a longer leg for the bracket. :27
BMW 3 Series Questions and Answers
- Trunk-Mounted Bike Carrier Recommendation for 2011 BMW 328i Convertible
- While we do have a 2-bike carrier that will fit your 2011 BMW 328i Convertible, but it is not the Thule Passage Bike Carrier # TH910XT as it is not compatible with your convertible.
I recommend the Yakima KingJoe 2 Bike Carrier # Y02619. After consulting with Yakima, I have found it is a good fit for your convertible and features tri-padded feet and padded metal buckles to protect your cars paint. Anti-sway cradles prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-car contact.
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- Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2010 BMW 335xi 4-Door Sedan
- There are 2 trailer hitches for a 2012 BMW 335xi. If the vehicle has 2 mufflers use # C11756 and if it has 1 muffler use # C11033. Both of these hitches have a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds. A hitch with a higher capacity is not available for your vehicle.
The safest thing to do would be to use a small motorcycle trailer like # UMCT1XHD-AM31985 or something similar if you can find one locally. This is much safer because it takes the weight off of the vehicle and it is much more stable
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- Bolt Holes of Pintle Mount # 63056 Matching Up with Mounting Holes of Spare Tire Carrier # TR-1
- As you can see in the photo, the bolt holes of the # 63056 and the # TR-1 and # UF15-954730 will not match up.
Although you could drill additional holes in the tire mount that would match up with those of the pintle mount, the two pieces really are not meant to work together.
Another concern I have is that the Ultra-Fab and Stromberg Carlson spare tire tire carriers are meant to be used for trailer tires which are typically smaller and lighter than wheels/tires used on a car, truck or SUV.
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- Recommended Roof Cargo Box for 2009 BMW 328 Sports Wagon
- The Thule Atlantis 1600 XT - Premium 16 Cu. Ft. Roof Rack Cargo Box, part # TH686XT, is an excellent choice when substantial carrying capacity is needed. I have included a video that demonstrates some of the features of this cargo box and the installation process. The written instructions are also provided.
Please note that this box is designed to fit most factory crossbars. Your factory crossbar centers must be between the minimum spread of 23-5/8 inches and the maximum spread of 36-3/4 inch
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- Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2006 BMW 325xi
- According to my contact at Curt, the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch, # C11033, will fit on your 2006 BMW 325xi as long as it is a 4 door sedan. If it is a wagon model, then you will need the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch, # 11771.
I have attached the installation instructions for you to check out.
If you plan on using this trailer hitch to carry any hitch mounted accessories such as a bike rack or cargo carrier, then Curt requires the use of a stabilization strap like part # 18050. The stabiliz
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- Will SportRack Nomad Roof-Mounted Bike Rack # ABR611 Fit on 2009 BMW 3 Series
- Based on the crossbar specifications of your 2009 BMW 3 Series (2-1/2 inches wide, 1-1/2 inches high), you should have no problem using the SportRack Nomad Roof-Mounted Bike Rack # ABR611 on your vehicle. Sportrack did not have the maximum crossbar height measurements, but we went into our warehouse and measured the mounting hardware to ensure it would fit your 1-1/2 inch tall crossbars. The rack has a maximum crossbar capacity of 3-1/2 inches which is well within the scope of your crossbars.
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- Will Thule Raceway Trunk-Mounted 2-Bike Carrier # TH9001 Fit on 2012 BMW 3 Series
- The Thule Raceway Trunk-Mounted 2-Bike Carrier #TH9001 is a compatible fit for your 2012 BMW 3 Series. It features a vehicle-specific number setting for easy rack adjustment and anchors to your vehicle at 4 points by turning the oversized, ratcheting knobs. It has a weight capacity of 70 lbs and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
I have provided links of the instructions for the proper installation of this item as well as a video showing the installation of this rack to a 2012 Ford Focu
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- Can Thule Roof Rack Be Installed and Easily Removed on 2007 BMW 328i Sedan
- The Thule AeroBlade Roof Rack, # THARB47, # TH460R, and # THKIT3028 will install on your 2007 BMW 328i 4-Door using the factory fixed points on the roof of your vehicle. Initial installation time would be around 45 to 60 minutes.
The Thule roof rack can be easily removed when not in use. The # TH460R feet with the # THARB47 AeroBlade bars can be removed quickly. The # THKIT3028 fit kit would probably take the longest to remove from your roof since they have to be screwed in to the vehicles f
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- Will the Yakima QuickBack Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2012 BMW 328i Convertible
- Yes, I checked with Yakima and the QuickBack 2 # Y02621 will fit a 2012 BMW 328i Convertible. I have included links to the instructions and a video review for you.
If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes I recommend using the tube top adapter bar, # Y02531, for greater ground clearance and to carry the bikes more level. I have included a video link showing how the adapter works.
Always make sure that the bike rack and vehicle are clean to avoid scratching the
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- Recommended Hitch for 2009 BMW 335i Sedan
- For the BMW 335i Sedan, we offer the Curt Class I receiver, part # 11756.
The # 60273 hitch you referenced is for the 328i sedan, and would not fit your vehicle.
As long as your rack is compatible with a Class I receiver with a 1-1/4 x 1-1/4 inch receiver and you carry no more than 2 bikes, your rack should work fine.
Keep in mind that the Curt hitch warranty states that all non-trailer loads such as bikes and cargo carriers should be supported with a stabilizing strap like part # 1805
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- Will the SportRack Backbone Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2007 BMW 328i 4-Door Sedan
- Even though there is no vehicle fit list for the SportRack Backbone, # A1122XT, I am confident that it will fit because the design is very similar to other bike racks that do fit, see link. This rack is designed much like the Yakima SuperJoe Pro, # Y02629.
If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes, I recommend using the adapter bar, # TH982XT, for greater ground clearance and to carry the bikes more level. I have included a video link that shows how the adapter wo
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- Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2011 BMW 335 xi Sedan
- The trunk mounted bike rack that I would recommend for your 2011 BMW 335 xi Sedan is the Thule Raceway 2 Bike Rack, # TH9001. This is one of our most popular bike racks that uses four ratcheting cables to secure the bike rack to your trunk. The cables will provide a stronger connection than traditional straps and you will not have to worry about straps flying around in the wind.
This bike rack also has anti-sway cradles to reduce the movement of the bikes on the bike rack while you are drivi
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- Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Storage Recommendation for a Swagman Trailhead 4 Bike Rack
- For bike rack storage the only items we currently offer are the Boone parts. I recommend a stand like # BH9142FS. It has a foot that supports in on the floor and would need to mount to a stud on a wall nearer the top. The tapered pin will fit the Trailhead, # S63380. I did a test fit with the pin and it does fit. This storage device has a capacity of 150 pounds total.
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- Recommendation for Carrying the Most Bikes on a 2008 BMW 335i Convertible
- The best option for carrying the most bikes on your 2008 BMW 3 Series is to use a trunk mount bike rack. The most popular 3 bike model for your convertible is the Yakima KingJoe Pro, # Y02625. This is a versatile 3 bike rack that is light weight and has anti-sway cradles.
With a trailer hitch, you would be limited to carrying just 2 bikes because that is all a Class I trailer hitch is rated for.
If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes I recommend using the T
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- Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2007 BMW 328xi 4-Door Sedan
- The Hidden Hitch trailer hitch # 60273 is a Class I trailer hitch and you are limited to carrying 2 bikes on Class I trailer hitches. You also have to make sure that the bike rack you use is Class I compatible.
I recommend the Swagman Titan, # S63400. This rack features anti-sway cradles, it can tilt down, and it has an integrated cable lock. This rack also has a 3 inch rise in the shank for greater ground clearance. I have included some informational links on the rack and hitch for you.
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- Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for 2011 BMW 328i Convertible
- If you click on the provided link, you can see the various racks available for your 2011 328i convertible.
Due to its light weight, I would recommend the Yakima KingJoe, part # Y02619. To prevent scratching the vehicle, it is crucial that you ensure that the portion of the rack and the vehicle that will touch are perfectly clean and 100 percent free of grit. Applying a good coat of a quality car wax to the portions of the vehicle that the rack will touch is also recommended.
To carry women
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- Will the Rhode Gear Super Shuttle Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2011 318d BMW Touring
- The Rhode Gear Super Shuttle, # RG8015127, will fit the 2011 BMW 3-series sedans like your 318d. If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes, I recommend using the Yakima Tube Top adapter bar, # Y02531, for greater ground clearance and to carry the bikes more level. I have included a link to a video that shows how the adapter works.
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- Does the Thule Passage 2 Bike Rack # TH910XT Fit 1988 BMW 325is
- Yes, the Thule Passage 2 Bike Rack, part # TH910XT, will fit on your 1988 BMW 325is. I am including links to the instructions and a video review of the Thule bike rack.
Another recommended trunk bike rack to look at would be the new Thule Raceway 2 Bike Rack, part # TH9001. This is one of our most popular selling trunk bike racks. The Raceway bike rack is the easiest bike rack to install and remove. It uses 4 retractable cables instead of 6 straps to secure the rack to the vehicle for a fast
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- Will the Rhode Gear Super Shuttle Bike Rack Fit on a 2005 BMW 325Xi Sedan
- According to the manufacturer of the Rhode Gear Super Shuttle 2 Bike Carrier, # RG8015126, you can use this rack on your 2005 BMW 325Xi sedan. Rhode Gear does not supply vehicle specific fit instructions with their racks.
The instructions for this rack indicate that you will need to place the lower frame on a well supported area of the vehicle that will not be damaged, such as the license plate well, and then rotate the upper frame until it rests on the vehicle. The final position depends on
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- What Sized Frame Will Fit in the Thule Raceway Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a Cannondale Bike
- With the strap in place on the cradles on the 2 outside holes, the distance from the bottom of the cradle to the strap is approximately 3-1/4 inches. The width of the cradle at the widest point is approximately 1-3/4 inches.
The distance from the cradle to the strap is a little misleading because if a frame was slightly larger, it could still fit because the straps are rubber and they will stretch. I have included some informational links on this bike rack for you to view.
If the top tube
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- Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 1988 BMW 325i Convertible
- There are trunk mount bike racks that will fit the coupe and sedan models of the 1988 BMW 325i, but none will fit the convertible model. A bike rack cannot be safely secured to the trunk of the vehicle.
What you could do is install a trailer hitch # C11702 and use a hitch mount bike rack with stabilization strap # 18050 as required by Curts warranty.
Because this is a Class I trailer hitch only certain bike racks will fit and you are limited to carrying just 2 bikes. For a bike rack, I re
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- Is Drilling Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 1989 BMW 325xi
- First, your 1989 BMW 325xi would have to be a convertible for Curt hitch # C11702 to fit. There is drilling required to install this hitch. If you have a sedan or coupe xi then you will need hitch # C11514 and drilling would be required for it as well. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view.
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- Will the Thule Raceway Trunk Mount 2 Bike Carrier Fit my 2012 BMW 328i 4dr sedan
- I checked with Thule and the Raceway 2 Trunk Mounted Bike Rack # TH9001 is a confirmed fit for your 2012 BMW 328i 4 door. Check out the review video and installation instructions for this product that I attached.
If you plan on transporting womens or alternative framed bikes you might also be interested in purchasing a Thule Adapter Bar # TH982XT. This product provides a horizontal bar from the seat post to the handlebars to make installing a hanging bike rack much easier. I attached a review
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- Hitch Recommendation for a 2011 BMW 328i Wagon
- I did some checking and it looks like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver with Drawbar # 11771 would be the correct hitch for your 2011 BMW 328i Sport Wagon. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also.
To complete your towing setup you may be interested in the following products:
Tow Ready Trailer Wiring # 119176KIT (installation instructions and video attached)
Hitch Ball with 1-7/8 inch Diameter # 19256
Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter # 19258
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- Recommendation for Carrying 4 Bikes on a 2011 BMW 335D
- I spoke with my contact at Curt Mfg. and found that the Curt Trailer Hitch, # C11756, will not fit on your BMW 335D vehicle. At this time there is not a trailer hitch available for the 335 Diesel models.
The Trailer Hitch Support Strap, # 18050, that is mentioned in the hitch description is required by Curt Mfg. for warranty. We carry this strap, see link. A Class I hitch is limited to carrying two bikes because the weight of the bikes out farther on a hitch will put too much torque on the hi
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- Will the Thule Raceway Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2006 BMW 325xi Sport Wagon
- Thule does list the Raceway, # TH9001, as a fit for the wagon models of the 2006 BMW 3 series. I have included a link to all of the racks that are listed as a fit. I have also linked the instructions for the rack and a video review for you.
If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes, I recommend using the bike adapter bar # TH982XT, to carry the bikes more level. I have included a link to a video review for you showing how it works.
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- Will a Class I Trailer Hitch for a 2010 BMW 3 Series Fit with a Yakima 2 Bike Hitch Mount Bike Rack
- There are several different 3 series models for the 2010 BMW 3 series. The Draw-Tite trailer hitch, # 24857, fits the 2007 to 2011 328i and 328xi Sedan. If you have one of those models the hitch will fit. I have included a link to all of the hitches we carry for the 2010 BMW 3 Series.
We do not have any pictures or a video showing installation for the Draw-Tite hitch. We have not yet had the opportunity to install the hitch on a vehicle. I have included a link to the instructions. You can se
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- Can a 2003 BMW 325xi Tow a Yamaha Raptor 660 and Trailer With Curt Trailer Hitch # C11174
- The Curt trailer hitch # C11174 has a capacity of 2,000 pounds gross trailer weight and 200 pounds tongue weight. If your 2003 BMW 325xi can tow that much weight (or the combined weight of the trailer, Raptor, and accessories is less than 2,000/200) then there should not be a problem. Consult the vehicle owners manual to determine the towing capacity.
This hitch fits the Coupe, Sedan, and Wagon models (not the M versions). I have included a link to the installation instructions and a link to
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- Hitch Recommendation for a 2004 BMW 325xi Wagon
- Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11174 will fit on your 2004 325xi wagon as this hitch is confirmed to fit 2004 BMW 3-series vehicles.
There is not a 2 inch hitch version of this hitch, nor is there a 2 inch hitch available for your vehicle. The reason for this is that hitches with 2 inch openings are reserved for vehicles with higher towing capacities then what your vehicle has. Check out the FAQ article I attached on hitch classifications for you to check out also.
I also attached installa
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- Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2011 BMW 328i xdrive Wagon
- The Curt trailer hitch # 11771, will fit your 2011 BMW 328i wagon. I spoke with my contact at Curt and he verified that it is a fit for your BMW. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
If you plan on doing some towing the hitch comes with the correct ball mount, hitch pin, and clip. For a ball you can use # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch diameter and # 19258 for a 2 inch diameter. For trailer wiring, I recommend seeing a local dealership for a compatible wiring harness.
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