Question:
Will the Thule Archway 3 Trunk Mount Bike Rack fit a 2011 Dodge Caliber?
asked by: Theresa
Expert Reply:
The Thule Archway 3 Bike Rack, # TH9010, will fit on your 2011 Dodge Caliber as long as it is not the SRT4 model with the rear spoiler. The clips will attach to the top and bottom of the rear hatch and a spoiler cannot support the weight of a trunk mounted bike carrier.
If you have a rear spoiler, then I would recommend a hitch like our Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch, # 60832, and one of our most popular hitch mounted bike racks the Thule Helium 2 Bike Rack, # TH970XT. You may also want to get the Thule Adapter Bar, # TH982XT, to safely carry womens, childrens and alternative bike frames.
Some advantages to adding a trailer hitch to your vehicle is you will have the ability to tow a small trailer if the situation arose and you will have access to the back of your vehicle without having to remove the bike rack. I have listed some items below that you may be interested in to complete your towing set up.
Wiring Harness # 118552
2 Inch Ball # 19258
1-7/8 Inch Ball # 19256
I have attached a few installation videos and instructions for you to check out.
expert reply by: John H
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Products Referenced in This Question
Hitch Ball with 1-7/8" Diameter and Short Shank, 2000 lbs GTW - Chrome
Product Summary:
Hitch Ball
Standard Ball
2000 lbs GTW
Class I
Chrome
Product Specs:
1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
Hitch Ball with 2" Diameter and Short Shank, 3,500 lbs GTW - Chrome
Product Summary:
Hitch Ball
Standard Ball
3500 lbs GTW
Class II
Chrome
Product Specs:
1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
2 Inch Diameter Ball
3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch Receiver with Drawbar - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
Product Summary:
Custom Fit Hitch
Class I
Concealed Cross Tube
200 lbs TW
2000 lbs GTW
Product Specs:
1-1/4 Inch Hitch
Thule Helium Aluminum 2 Bike Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting - Hitch Mount
Product Summary:
Hanging Rack
2 Bikes
Tilt-Away Rack
Folding Rack
Dual Arm
Bike and Hitch Lock
Product Specs:
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
Product Summary:
Hitch Bike Racks
Trunk Bike Racks
Spare Tire Bike Racks
Accessories
16 - 31-1/2 Inch
Product Specs:
Bike Adapter Bar
Video/Article/FAQ this Question was Asked From
Article or Video
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Instructions for 118552
Thule Helium Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Dodge Caliber - Video
