Should I Use Tape or Glue for the Thule Elite Van XT Rack? for a 2021 ProMaster 1500?

Question:

2021 Ram Promaster 1500 high top. Looking at your Thule Elite Van XT bike rack. Ad says it mounts with clamps and double sided tape. Is this a new attachment method minus glue?

asked by: BJ I

Expert Reply:

For the Thule Elite Van XT, part # TH302013, Thule recommends Dekalin MS 5, SIKA 252 or Terostat MS937 glue. A 2-way tape can accomplish this, however I recommend going with one of the glues.

Finding a 2-way tape that can handle that amount of weight is difficult. Plus, speaking from experience, 2-way tape fails much more than glue (when they are rated for the same weight). The glue is your best bet.

expert reply by: Bob C