Replacement Threaded Bolt for Older Thule Vertex Bike Rack
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Hi etrailer, I have an older model Thule Apex 4-bike trailer hitch bike rack, and need a new bolt for the hitch reciever lost the original locking one. The rack looks exactly like the Apex XT shown on your site, but the part that gets inserted into the trailer hitch looks a little different. Its just a basic black square plastic that goes into the trailer hitch. I needs a bolt like Part Number: HRHPN-13, but the listing doesnt confirm whether its the correct threading for my rack? Id just like a bolt that screws into the side of the trailer hitch, so I can tighten it to stop wobble and I would also like it to have the cotter pin at the end for safety. Do you have a product? Thanks
asked by: John B
Expert Reply:
Hey John, thanks for reaching out!
Replacement bike rack parts can be a bit confusing to find, but I really like delving into this stuff and I'm pretty confident you're looking for the bolt for the older Thule Vertex bike rack, which looks similar to the newer Apex XT # TH9025XT. The exact replacement adapter and bolt parts for the Vertex are listed below:
- 12 x 40 mm Hitch Bolt # 908-1240-54
- M12 Washer # 951-1224-54
- M12 Lock Washer # 956122159
- 2" Hitch Adapter # 853-7489
The Hollywood Rack Replacement Pin # HRHPN-13 won't be compatible, but if you're wanting a pin that goes all the way through, we have the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock # THSTL2. There aren't any full-length hitch pins that work with a cotter pin and fit the Vertex, so you're either limited to the original bolt or the locking kit above.
I'm attaching a photo of the Vertex for you to compare with what you have - if yours looks different, feel free to shoot me a photo and I'd be more than happy to dig back into this and help you get your bike rack back up and running!
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John
12/19/2024
Hi Jon, Yes, I think you are correct. But I'm surprised this bolt is so short, and doesn't have an untreaded part that goes all the way through with a hole on the other side for a cotter pin for safety. What happens if his bolt comes loose and falls off? I guess it doesn't? I bought this rack used (with the missing bolt) but I had a similar X-Sport slipstream rack for years, and its bolt worked the same way, but extended through the other side for cotter pin. Will this will work without loosening and falling off? If so, I'll order. Thanks!