Troubleshooting Red Knob of Yakima FrontLoader Not Threading

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Can you replace the bolt that the red knob screws on? I just replaced the red know and it already feels stripped. I think the bolt needs to be replaced

asked by: John S

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Expert Reply:

Is it possible your FrontLoader was built after 2016 which would mean you'd need the knob part # 8880766 which has a different nut in it and would explain why the older knob # 8880266 isn't threading correctly.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

There are a few ways to tell if you have a pre-2016 or post-2016 Yakima FrontLoader Wheel Mount Bike Carrier part #Y02103. The best way to tell is to look for the date code sticker which is usually located near the front wheel holder. The easiest way…

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Answer 2

To replace the knob on your Yakima FrontLoader #Y02103 you will remove the brass nut and bolt that keep the knob secure. If your FrontLoader was made after 2016 you need the #8880766. If it was made before 2016 you will need the #8880226 instead.

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Answer 3

There shouldn't be another washer on the Replacement Red Knob for Yakima Frontloader Fork Mount Bike Carrier #8880226. That appears to be part of the internal threads on the red knob itself. To replace this piece you'll just have to replace…

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Answer 4

Yes, you will remove the brass nut and bolt and the red knob will come off. You should note that the #8880226 does not come with a new nut (just a washer), so be sure not to lose your current one.

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Answer 5

It does sound like you may have overtightened or there is something wrong with the threading on your knob on your Yakima Frontloader. Replacing the knob should solve your problem. If you have Yakima FrontLoader bike rack made after 2016 you will need…

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Answer 6

The anti-rattle device/locking device of the Yakima Ridgeback bike racks like the part #Y02459 that you referenced are basically combined and if the anti-rattle is unlocked that knob is disconnected from the anti-rattle and will spin freely. So what…

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Answer 7

The Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack #Y02458 has a SpeedKnob at the bottom that is designed to spin freely when it's locked and have the friction needed to loosen/tighten the bike rack when it's unlocked. It sounds like the opposite is happening…

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Answer 8

The Yakima Replacement Hitch Hardware for Yakima HoldUp Bike Racks #8890260 that you referenced is Metric.

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Answer 9

I spoke with Yakima about removing the SpeedKnob on the Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack and she stated that you need to just use more force since the threads are likely stripped. The other option which would not require excessive force would be to take…

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Answer 10

You will want part #8880766 , which includes the brass nut for the Yakima FrontLoader bike rack made after 2016. This includes the brass nut that secures the knob to the bike rack. If you have one made prior to 2016, you'll want part #8880226…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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