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  • Can the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack Be Used with Step Through Bikes
  • We have a solution for you either way but the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack # HLY84FR may or may not work with your particular step through bikes. There are different styles of step through bikes and depending on how low the step through is, the ratcheting arm on the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack # HLY84FR may go down low enough to secure the bike or it may be a little short. However, if the ratcheting arm does not go down low enough on your particular bike we do...
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  • Does Yakima Fullback # Y02634 Fit 2018 BMW X3 with Spoiler
  • I checked with Yakima and the Fullback 2 part # Y02634 is a confirmed fit and would not damage the spoiler. If you check out the picture I attached that shows this rack installed on an X3 like yours you'll see that the strap does not put a lot of downward force on the spoiler. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 2020 BMW X5
  • The trailer hitch that you'll need to use for your 2020 BMW X5 is the Draw-Tite # 76288. It is currently (as of November 2019) the only trailer hitch fit available for your X5 (excluding the M performance model) but it is still an excellent option because it has the larger 2" receiver and features a hidden cross tube. This combination means that you can carry a wide variety of accessories while maintaining an OEM look since only the 2" receiver is visible once installed. If you let me...
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  • Thule WingBar Evo Flush Rail Roof Rack and Cargo Carrier to Fit 2023 BMW X5
  • You are correct that the Thule roof racks for a 2022 BMW X5 with flush rails will also fit the 2023 models. We are always looking to update our fit guide system and this is one fit we are adding right now. The parts you need for your 2023 X5 are the following: WingBar Edge Crossbars - Black # TH56FE or Silver # TH23RE Edge Flush Rail feet - # TH89SC Fit Kit - # TH186007 Lock Core Kit - # TH450400 (optional) The AeroBlade Edge was replaced with the newer WingBar Edge crossbars which are...
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  • Will the Thule Force XT L Fit My 2020 BMW X5?
  • Yes, you will be able to fit the Thule Force XT L # TH6357B on your 2020 BMW X5's roof. Not only do you have enough roof for the required crossbar spread of 23-5/8 - 33 inches, you will also be able to mount the box to your roof and fully open your rear hatch. If you are wanting to go bigger, the Thule Force XT XL # TH6358B and XXL # TH6359B will fit as well. As far as mounting, you will need a crossbar system in order to secure the Force XT XXL to your roof. The setup you need depends...
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  • Will the Thule OutWay # TH65JV Fit a 2019 and 2020 BMW X1?
  • Yes! I am happy to say that the Thule OutWay # TH65JV will fit both a 2019 and 2020 BMW X1. The great thing about the OutWay is that it already comes with theft-deterring locks that protect your mounted bikes as well as the rack itself.
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  • Is Thule Atlantis 1600 XT Cargo Box Compatible with Aero-Style Bars on a 2018 BMW X3
  • Yes, you will need a new foot pack and fit kit for the aero-style bars on your 2006 BMW X3. This is due to a recent upgrade that Thule went through with their roof racks. According to Thule the Atlantis 1600 XT uses the Quick Grip Mount Assembly # TH05738 so your cargo box would be compatible with Aero-style crossbars. The Atlantis 1600 XT should fit both the BMW OEM crossbar system as well as the Thule AeroBlade roof rack. I wasn't able to find specifics for the BMW system but the Thule...
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  • Key Recommendation for BMW Roof Rack on 2013 BMW X3 with 017 on Lock Core
  • That does not look like a Thule rebranded roof rack, but what does the lock core on it say?
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  • Bike Rack or Bike Rack Adapter Compatible with OEM Roof Rack on 2011 BMW 128i
  • There is a bike rack compatible with your OEM roof rack but there is not an adapter for the now discontinued Rhino Rack Discovery bike rack made for the factory crossbars of your 2011 BMW 128i; the only adapter for this rack is the Fit Kit for Rhino-Rack HD Cross Bars # RBCA003. For a new bike rack which is going to work on your BMW's roof rack I highly recommend checking out the Yakima FrontLoader Wheel Mount Bike Carrier # Y02103 because its wheel-mount design makes it easy to use, it...
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  • Does Malone Hanger 3 Bike Rack Fit a 2020 BMW 5 Series Sedan and Recommendation for Tesla Model 3
  • Yes, the Malone Hanger 3 Bike Rack # MPG2139 will fit your 2020 BMW 5 Series sedan. We have done an installation video on a 2008 Chevy Impala that I'm attaching for you to get an idea of fitment on a sedan but obviously it may look a little different for your application since you have a different vehicle. I would like to point out that Malone is more of an entry-level bike rack company and some of the more experienced bike rack companies don't recommend using a 3-bike rack on the 5 Series....
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  • Can Bikes With Fenders be Carried With Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack
  • Yep, you can definitely load bikes with fenders on the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitch # KU66ZR or 2" Hitch # KU76ZR. For either rack, all you need to do is wrap straps around the tire and ratcheting arm with the Fender Straps # KU43VR. Using those straps will protect the fenders from coming into contact with the rack's arm. If your bikes are heavier and you want some help lifting them on either rack, there is also an option to do that by adding the Loading Ramp # KU63VR.
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  • Stealth Hitch That Fits 2011 BMW 335D
  • We have a Stealth hitch that fits your 2011 BMW 335D with the part # SH64VR plus the towing kit part # 391CONVA7 but the part # SH78VR does not fit as it's designed for the convertible models.
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  • Hitch that Fits 2020 BMW X3 that Allows Hands Free Liftgate to Function
  • Do you have a 2021 BMW X3? Or do you have a different vehicle?
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  • Stealth Hitch Compatible with 2008 BMW M3 Coupe
  • For your 2008 BMW M3, you will want the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # SH97VR for a bike rack or accessory. If you want to do light towing as well you will instead use the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2" # SH73VR.
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  • Replacing the G6A-7 Water Heater with Fogatti RV Tankless Water Heater
  • I suggest you first take some measurements to verify fitment. However, specs available to me show dimensions of, 16" W x 12-1/2" H x 18"D. For the Fogatti RV Water Heater # LSB64FR, overall dimensions are 14-3/8L x 15W x 15D. The access door is 14-15/16" H x 14-15/16" W. Ease of replacement is relative, while this is not a direct remove and replace it is designed to fit most existing water heater compartments and use the existing gas and plumbing lines. If you go this route you will...
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  • Will The Stealth Hitches Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit a 2022 BMW XB7 Alpina?
  • Yes, the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # SH66VR has been confirmed by Stealth to fit the 2021 or 2022 BMW XB7 Alpina. We also have the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit # SH32VR if you are going to be towing a trailer. You can always add the Towing Kit # 391CONVD5 at a later date if you only want the receiver now and decide later you will tow a trailer.
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  • Parts Needed to Add Trailer Hitch, Wiring Harness and Brake Controller to 2011 BMW X5
  • To tow with your 2011 BMW X5 you are correct that you will need a trailer hitch receiver, a 4-way flat, 7-way and brake controller. Let's start with the trailer hitch and for that the best option for your 2011 X5 is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75600. Next you will need a 4-way wiring harness, the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236. You will also need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7, which will give...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for 2015 BMW X5 with M Package- not Performance M
  • I talked to my contact at EcoHitch and the determining factor with this is whether or not your M package includes the backup sensors or not. If you do not have the backup sensors on your 2015 BMW X5 the ECO-hitch # 306-X7265 will work for you. If your X5 with the M package includes the backup sensors you won't be able to use the ECO-hitch so you need to go with the Curt # 13077 which has been confirmed for use on the 2015 BMW X5 M Sport or M performance. This hitch recommends that the...
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  • Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit Fitment for a 2023 BMW X5 M Sport
  • Yes, the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit # SH25VR is a fit for your 2023 BMW X5 with the M Sport Package. This comes with the hitch, wiring, a ball mount for towing, and then the accessory receiver to use for a bike rack or cargo carrier-type accessory so you should be good to go! If you let me know what you plan on using this for I can let you know if there is anything else you need for your application.
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  • How to Connect Trailer wiring for 2013 BMW X3
  • Your 2013 BMW X3 has a Pulse Width Modulation Stop/Tail (PWM ST) wiring systems, sometimes called Multiplex wiring. The Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236 will work with your X3, but it has to be installed a certain way for all the lights to function properly. Since you already have done some testing and identified what kind of system you have it will be easier and quicker to get installed. You need to test and identify the color of wires for...
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