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Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers
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Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers
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Thule Accessories and Parts - 853-5829
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Cradle and Arm Parts
- Thule
- Cradles
This T3 cradle body slides onto one of the support arms of your bike rack to provide an anchor point for your bike frame. The cradle body secures your bike frame in place with a rubber strap (sold separately).
Features:
- Replaces 1 worn out or damaged cradle body (T3) for Thule bike carriers with 1" arms
- Slides onto support arms of bike rack
- Provides anchor point for your bike frame
- Requires rubber strap (753-3535; sold separately) to secure bike
Specs:
- Application: Thule Ridgeline, Roadway, Revolver and Spare Me bike racks
8535829 Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Racks
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Video Transcript for Thule Hitch Bike Racks 853-5829 Review
Today we're going to be reviewing part number 853-5829. This is the Two Lead Replacent T3 Cradle Body for Thule bike racks. The T3 cradle body is going to slide onto one of the support arms of your bike rack and it's going to provide an anchor point for your bike frame. See here it's got the nice little indentions in there. That's going allow and cables that you may have running under your bike frame to sit in there nicely without causing any type of damage to the cables or to the frame of your bike. This unit's going to replace one worn out or damaged cradle body for Thule bike racks with one inch diameter arms. That's going to be the diameter of this central hole here.
It is going to require a rubber strap, part number 753-3535 to secure the bike. That's going to be sold separately. One end of the strap's going to secure in the indention right here. Then it's going to come over the actual cradle body. Then it's going to have holes in the strap that are going to loop around one of the two provided anchors there for the strap.
Again, this is designed for bike racks with one inch diameter arms. Bike racks that this would work with are going to be the Thule Ridgeline, the Thule Roadway, the Thule Revolver and the Thule Spare Me bike racks. Nice rubber construction here on the internal component that slides over the bike rack arm. That's going to provide that nice, tight, secure fit. Again, you've got the rubber pad right here to comfort the frame of the bicycle. Few measurements to go over with you real quick.
I want to measure the length of the rubber pad going this direction. That's going to give us a measurement of about 2 and 13/16ths of an inch. If I measured going this way, just measuring this center section here that rubber pad we're going to be looking at about 1 and 5/8ths of an inch. That's going to do it for our review of part number 853-5829. This is the Thule Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule bike racks.
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Customer Reviews
Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers - 853-5829
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (228 Customer Reviews)
This T3 cradle body slides onto one of the support arms of your bike rack to provide an anchor point for your bike frame. The cradle body secures your bike frame in place with a rubber strap (sold separately).
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by: Mark H.08/16/2019
Cradle better than original. I use the rack a lot and this part takes a beating. The originals were well used and this part looks more solid than the original. Glad I picked these up and then bought another set when I added another bike to the rack. 690191
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by: Marc M06/03/2019
what I needed for my rack. vacation a success. 652428
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by: Gary A06/01/2018
Bought these to replace the cradles on my 10 year old Thule rack which just wore out due to usage of travling with bikes to several states, thousands of miles in Canada as well as just minor trips in state. Thes fit very snug on the on the support arms which was my biggest problem with the old ones, as the bore of the hole was worn and it was hard to keep bikes in place. These work very well and restored the 10 year old bike rack to like new condition. 514973
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by: Dave09/16/2017
The product is fine, but does not fit the Rola bike rack I bought from etrailer. The cradles on the Rola were too narrow for my road bike, so I looked for a replacement cradle. I found this recommendation below from a supposed etrailer expert under the Rola replacement cradle. Unfortunately the Rola rack has 1 1/8 inch tubes, so Thule does not fit. When I tried to return, etrailer refused. Make sure you know exactly what you want before ordering anything from etrailer-- it is either very expensive to return with shipping and restocking, or they might refuse the return altogether for lower priced items. I thought their customer service was better than this... ---------- https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Rola/59406.html There are other cradles sized for 1 inch arm tubes. You could swap out for Thule T3 cradles and straps, parts 853-5829 and 753-3535. You could also use the Thule Stapy-Put cradle and strap, parts 853-7887 and 853-5834. You can even add an anti-sway cradle to the Stay-Put, and that is part 853-7758. etrailer.com expert -- Patrick B - 8/6/2013 433038
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by: Mario C.04/09/2015
Purchased this as a replacement cradle set on my older bike rack the actual replacement was discontinued and was told that this item would work. It turns out this works a lot better than the original one that came with the rack i may replace all the cradles with this type. Center cradles in the images are the new ones. Thanks good quality parts,very satisfied. Mario 184501
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by: Chris O08/12/2013
Installed the spare parts today. Excellent results. I had an old Bell Bike Rack with broken clips and replaced them with these. Perfect fit, a very nice upgrade. You definitely have to use soap to get them on the bar (unless you're a masochist). 94595
Comments
Chris,How did you remove the end caps on your rack.The saddles on my rack are doing the same thing.Thanks,Keitho
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Keitho - On my rack there are screws on the underside of the end caps. Once you remove the screws they slide off easily.
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by: Mike C.10/10/2019
These fit very tight on the bars of the bike rack. Once in place they worked great. The old parts would allow the bikes to bounce and move. 716023
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by: Lydell04/04/2019
Good fit 617266
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by: Lydell04/03/2019
Good fit 616664
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by: Michael10/16/2018
Thule replacement part arrived quickly and allowed repair of my ancient bike rack. Thanks. 574915
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by: Mary09/08/2018
These work like a charm. We had a hard time finding the correct replacement cradles for our older Thule bike rack, after the old straps broke. These cradles, plus the rubber straps do the job. 562886
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by: Abbi N.09/04/2018
These replacement parts allow me to continue using my "old" bike rack, which is still in great condition. The straps and cradles were simple to install and make the rack look like new! 561465
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by: HS08/15/2018
Great product, bought another pair. very sturdy. 553876
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by: Todd08/11/2018
They don't seem to have everything I need to put them on so I haven't been able to use them. 552606
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by: Robert08/03/2018
Great product and service. 549246
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by: Tyler08/02/2018
Fits great , looks good 548886
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by: Steve07/17/2018
Product arrived quickly and was a perfect fit. Local bike shop (Thule dealer) told me they weren’t available and I would need to purchase a new rack. Thank you etrailer!! 542925
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by: Earl07/15/2018
Excellent product arrived on time and was exactly what I needed to repair a harbor freight bike rack. Would definitely use etrailer again. 541842
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by: Randall05/23/2018
Product easily replaced older style cradle that is no longer available. 512504
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by: Walter04/29/2018
Works great as a bike rack and also holds my beach chairs on the back of my 2004 Miata. 502222
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by: Charles04/07/2018
Needed replacement parts for my bike rack. Googled and discovered etrailer! Found my parts, ordered and had them 3-4 days later. Very happy with the service we received! My rack is like new, now! Highly recommend doing business with etrailer!! 493783
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by: Tina02/12/2018
They replaced my existing thule bike carrier perfectly! 475056
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by: Mario12/14/2017
Justas expected 460193
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by: Great company10/09/2017
As always fast and great service. I bought these to replace some cheap ones on my existing bike rack. They work perfectly 441019
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by: Jim H10/07/2017
Fast shipping, next day, thanks. 440430
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- Frame Cradle with Anti-Sway Cage Recommendation for Bike Rack with 1 inch Diameter ArmsWe have a set of Thule frame cradles that we know fit a 1 inch diameter bike rack tube, but the current Yakima cradles are larger so they would not work. The Thule T3 cradle, # 853-5829, fits on Thule bike racks with 1 inch diameter arms and would work well for you. The anti-sway cage needed is part # 753-3530 and the strap part # 852-3006-001.
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view full answer... - Replacement Cradle for Harbor Freight Bike RackThe Replacement T3 Cradle Body # 853-5829 is designed to fit 1-1/8" tubes on the Thule Ridgeline, Roadway, Revolver and SpareMe bike racks, but if your Harbor Freight bike rack has a 1-1/8" tube arm this will also fit on that. If your tube is 1-3/32" you can use the Replacement Control Block for RhodeGear # RG8890083 , or for 1-1/4" tubes the Replacement SuperCrush Cradle # 8880597 . If this bike rack has a different sized tube, let me know and I can recommend a different replacement...
view full answer... - How to Attach the Thule T3 Cradle and StrapIt looks like you purchased the Thule T3 Cradle, # 853-5829, and the T3 Strap, # 753-3535. These two items should work well together so I made a short demonstration video for you. If you think you may have received a different strap or are missing a part, let us know so we can send you the correct parts.
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- Replacement Straps Needed for Thule Easy Rider 3 Bike Trunk RackI spoke with my contact at Thule and the Easy Rider trunk mounted bike rack was discontinued back in 1995 so the replacement straps are no longer available but I do have a solution. You will just need to update your cradles by using the T3 Cradle Body, # 853-5829, and then use Rubber Strap, # 753-3535. These are sold individually so you would need 6 of each. A quick tip that we have found to work well when installing new cradles on a bike rack is to grab a can of aerosol hair spray....
view full answer... - What Diameter Rack Tube will the Thule T3 Cradle FitAs long as the arms of your bike rack are 1 inch in diameter the T3 cradle part # 853-5829 that you referenced would fit it. I couldn't find any info on a 946 rack, but this cradle will fit anything with a 1 inch diameter arm. For a replacement strap you would want the part # 753-3535.
view full answer... - Availability of Replacement Bike Rack Cradle Assembly for 1-Inch Arm TubeUnlike some other retailers, etrailer.com stocks all available replacement parts for the products we sell, sometimes including even discontinued rack's parts. We do offer replacement cradles for 1-inch arms on various brands of bike rack and you can see all such items by clicking on the link provided. For example, we carry Thule's replacement cradle # 853-5829 and matching strap # 753-3535 for their racks that have a 1-inch arm tube. They also offer cradle # 853-7887. You will want to...
view full answer... - How Wide is the Thule T3 Cradle BodyThe Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers # 853-5829 is 2-1/4 inches wide at the base but will support a frame over 2 inches without issue. The Replacement Rubber Strap for Thule T3 Bike Carrier Cradles # 753-3535 are 10-1/2 inches long so they will be more than long enough for whatever bike frame diameter you have.
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- Installing Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike CarriersTo install the Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers # 853-5829, you will need to first remove the end cap from the end of the bike support arm. A Phillips screw is what typically holds the cap in place. You will then use just a small amount of soap and water to help slide the existing cradles off the carrier. Once the cradles are removed, you will then orient the strap and cradle together and slide them back on in the correct position.
view full answer... - Replacement Cradle Compatible for Wider BikesGood news, there are other cradles sized for 1 inch arm tubes. You could swap out the cradles on the Rola for Thule Stapy-Put cradle and strap, # 853-7887 and # 852-3006-001. If you wanted the added security of an anti-sway the Stay-Put has that upgradable option with # 853-7758. It is important to note that the Rola cradle has a screw at the bottom of the cradle to help secure it to the rack where the Thule one does not. I would recommend securing the cradle to the rack or using...
view full answer... - Removing End Caps of Older Thule Helium to Replace Frame CradlesIf you have an older Thule Helium (sounds like you do) there is a chance that the cap at the end of the arm will be riveted on which will make removal difficult. Recently they switched to using a screw to attach the cap to the arm, hopefully this is the version you have. If you do have a rivet you can drill the rivet out and use a rivet gun to reinstall the cap once you replace the cradle, or you can send the arms of your rack to Thule and let them replace it. You will want a Replacement...
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view full answer... - Recommended Replacement Cradle And Strap For Older Version Thule Hitching Post 4-Bike RackThe cradles and straps are no longer being made for the 944 bike carrier you have but I do have good news. You can simply replace the cradle and strap with part # 853-5829 and part # 753-3535. The will work with your bike rack and are confirmed as a fit by my contact at Thule. They will have a different appearance, so you may wish to replace all of the cradles and straps at one time.
view full answer... - Replacement Cradle for Thule Parkway Bike RackYes, you could use the Thule Replacement T3 Cradle Body, part # 853-5829, as a replacement cradle on the Thule Parkway. If you wanted a cradle strap to match this cradle you would want a Replacement Rubber Strap for Thule T3 Bike Carrier Cradles, part # 753-3535. If you wanted exact replacement cradles for your Thule Parkway, you would want Replacement Cradle for Thule Parkway Bike Rack, part # 853-7887. If you need the a cradle strap also you would want a Thule Parkway Replacement...
view full answer... - Will Thule T3 Bike Carrier Cradle 853-5829 Fit Thule Helium 3 CarrierThule part # 853-7605 is the correct replacement Cradle Main Body for their Helium bike carrier; it works along with mating strap # 752-0947-001. The T3 rack replacement cradle # 853-5829 and the mating strap # 753-3535 will not fit on the rack as the tubing on the Helium is 1-1/2-inches in diameter. I confirmed this with my contact at Thule.
view full answer... - Bike Rack Cradle Recommendation to Fit Bike Rack with 1 inch Diameter ArmsThe Thule T3 Cradle part # 853-5829 that you referenced is designed to fit 1 inch diameter cradle arms like what your bike rack has so it would work well on your bike rack even though it was not designed for it originally. These are sold individually. For straps you would need the part # 753-3535.
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view full answer... - Replacement Frame Cradles and Straps for Thule Spare Me Bike Rack 963XTRFor your Thule Spare Me bike carrier part # TH963XTR the correct replacement strap is the part # 753-3535 and then for the replacement cradle you'd want the part # 853-5829. Thule often times fits a few different racks with the same cradles and straps which I believe is why there's a bit of confusion. These two fit your bike rack as well as a few others.
view full answer... - Would a Thule Replacement T3 Cradle # 853-5829 Work on a Thule Parkway TH957Yes, you can use the Thule Replacement T3 Cradle Body, part # 853-5829, as a replacement cradle on the Thule Parkway, part # TH957. If you needed a strap you would also want a Replacement Rubber Strap for Thule T3 Bike Carrier Cradles, part # 753-3535.
view full answer... - Could the Replacement T3 Cradle Work on an Older Thule RackThe Replacement T3 Cradle Body # 853-5829 that you referenced is designed to fit 1 inch diameter rack arms. If you measure the diameter of your rack arms and they are 1 inch in diameter the # 853-5829 could work. Without knowing what rack you have it is hard for me to know what diameter arms you might have. For straps you would want the Replacement Strap # 753-3535.
view full answer... - Replacement Cradle For Thule Spare Me Bike CarrierThe replacement cradle for your Thule Spare Me bike carrier is part # 853-5829. The rubber straps are sold separately. They are part # 753-3535.
view full answer... - Will a Thule T3 Cradle Fit a Swagman TrailHead Trailer Hitch Mount Bike RackThe cradles on the Swagman Trailhead, # S63360, are sort of an odd shape. I am assuming you have tried to turn the cradles every which way to get the bike to fit. Another option that may work better is to use a bike adapter bar, # 64005. I have linked a video showing how it works. The Thule T3 cradles, # 853-5829, fits on an arm that is 1 inch in diameter. If the arms on your Trailhead are 1 inch in diameter then you can use the T3 cradle.
view full answer... - Wider Cradle for a Thule Parkway Bike Rack and Trek Roscoe 8Replacement Stay-Put Cradle # 853-7887 is the same cradle that comes on the Parkway bike racks. The T3 cradle, # 853-5829, is wider and flatter so it would be a better fit. This will be the best option for you.
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