Replacement T3 Cradle Body for Thule Bike Carriers

Product easily replaced older style cradle that is no longer available. 512504

Thule replacement part arrived quickly and allowed repair of my ancient bike rack. Thanks. 574915

Bought a bell bike rack four years ago, and slowly parts broke. These parts look far sturdier than the former. Exact fit, which also means they stay in place and don't slide. A bit pricey though which is why the four not five stars. Could have bought a whole new rack for the same price. But hopefully these prove sturdy to last a lifetime. 406394

Great products. Works exactly as advert ised. 405916

Great products that my wife and i really enjoy using. Thanks.

Larry - 07/17/2018

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

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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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

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by: Marc M06/03/2019

what I needed for my rack. vacation a success. 652428

Good fit 617266

Good fit 616664

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

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

by: HS08/15/2018

Great product, bought another pair. very sturdy. 553876

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

Great product and service. 549246

Fits great , looks good 548886

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

Excellent product arrived on time and was exactly what I needed to repair a harbor freight bike rack. Would definitely use etrailer again. 541842

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

by: Walter04/29/2018

Works great as a bike rack and also holds my beach chairs on the back of my 2004 Miata. 502222

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

They replaced my existing thule bike carrier perfectly! 475056

Justas expected 460193

As always fast and great service. I bought these to replace some cheap ones on my existing bike rack. They work perfectly 441019

Fast shipping, next day, thanks. 440430

Wow it perfect for my used Thule hitch bike racks 439772

by: Elroy K09/13/2017

They work great! 432144

Item came quickly, and as described in your catalogue. Thanks. 428482

by: john08/29/2017

these bike cradles are very superior to the original ones that came with the bike rack in the first place. So far they have held up fine and show no signs of breaking down as the older ones did. 426356

I've ordered from etrailer before. Same great service. Product was as described and fit perfectly. 425332

Great service on this order, items arrived quickly and in great shape, match well with the much older bracket mounts I already had. Ready to load up the van with bikes and go touring! Thanks, Bud 423231

by: SDanek08/08/2017

Better than original equipment. 417744

by: Mike B.08/07/2017

These were an upgrade to the ones that I was replacing. They fit nicely and are much more durable than the factory ones that had worn out. 417174

Fit well easy installation 403643

Right replacement for discontinued part, website made it easy to find. Arrived quickly. 401392

by: Doug A06/30/2017

Good product. Better than original equipment on older Thule rack. Don't forget the other part - strap assembly - this is only half of the total. 400556

by: Russella S.06/22/2017

Our family is very happy with these bike bracket holders. One year later, they are holding up just like new. 397788

Hi, and thanks for writing! I havent used the Thule much this year, but it is still in perfect working condition, and I am very happy with it! I am grateful that etrailer.com supplied it and for a reasonable price, too.

Russella S - 06/28/2018

Order was promptly filled with product as described. Would use this seller without hesitation. 392282

by: Sam M.05/28/2017

Excellent replacement for my original rack blocks. 385963

by: Gary H05/23/2017

After a year of service, everything is still working well. 384127

Product arrived as promised and was what I expected. 377623

by: Mark H04/30/2017

I've bought a couple of these over the past year or two and they are awesome. Nice price quick delivery and long lasting. 374531

Never thought I could get a replace part for my Thule bike carrier but you guys had it helped me with question and delivered the goods. Great job, thanks much. 373252

I purchased the Replacement T3 Cradle Body and Replacement Rubber Straps to put on an older Honda carrier. They work very well and hold the bikes more securely than ever. It was challenging to slide the cradle body onto the existing tube so we used a little bit of soap and water and were able to twist them into place. 371119

Product was a perfect retrofit for my older rack. 357930

by: Rick02/08/2017

Product worked great, better than origi nal! 339917

Fits my bike rack very well and the price was excellent. I would have given it 5 stars but it came to me in slightly used condition with some minor scratches, which I was not expecting. Overall I am satisfied. 333208

fast delivery, better than original 331448

eTrailer's customer service rep was knowledgable and the Thule replacement parts I order arrived as promised. 330375

A year has gone by... still happy

Steve-o - 01/06/2018

Great product availability, with fast d elivery! 327500

Products are working well. Thanks for the follow up.

Mark - 01/09/2018