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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2005 Toyota Solara Convertible
  • I spoke with my contact at Thule and she stated that you can add a 2 bike trunk mount bike rack to your 2005 Toyota Solara. That does include the Thule Passage 2, # TH910XT, that you have referenced. I have included a link to the installation instructions and a link to a video review of this bike rack for you. The bike rack I recommend is the Thule OutWay, # TH45JV. This is one of Thules newest bike racks. What makes this rack stand out among other racks is the 2 rubber coated straps it...
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  • Trailer Hitch For A 2006 Toyota Solara
  • We have the perfect trailer hitch for your 2006 Toyota Solara! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C12110 is a class 1 hitch that has a 1-1/4 inch by 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a gloss black powder coated finish that is over a protective base coat that offer it superior rust resistance. The hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight up to 3,500 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight up to 300 pounds. I would...
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  • Will Thule or Yakima Accessories Fit on the Malone MicroSport LowBed Trailer
  • While you can fit some Thule and Yakima accessories, like the Thule FastRide # TH95JV or Yakima ForkLift # Y02098, around the crossbars of the Malone MicroSport LowBed Trailer # MPG464-LB, the closest you will be able to get those crossbars is 44" which is well over the max crossbar spread length of the majority of accessories. An alternative option that would allow you to fit practically any accessory is the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer # Y08107. This has 78" long crossbars which are...
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  • Fitting Adapter for Transmission Cooler to Go From 5/16 inch Hose to 11/32 inch
  • Since you have 5/16 inch lines and the hose that comes with the kit is 11/32 the fitting you need is the part # D13031 which is designed just for this. The cooler can install vertically or horizontally too. Either way will work just as fine.
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  • Can Swagman XC or XTC-2 Expand to Add 2 More Bikes?
  • The Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack Platform Style for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches # S64650 you asked from or the Swagman XTC-2 # S64670 you asked about do not allow for 4 bikes with an expansion. Instead you will want the Swagman XTC4 4-Bike Rack for 2" Hitches - Platform Style # S64665. The 4 bike options require a 2 inch receiver and I've linked the page to all your options so you can compare and contrast if desired. If you want a bike rack that is expandable so you can use individually...
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  • Does Curt Hitch # C12110 Fit 2006 Toyota Solara Convertible
  • Yes, the Curt hitch part # C12110 does fit the 2006 Toyota Solara convertible as we had the chance to install it on one and it fit and worked great.
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  • Hitch That Fits 2008 Toyota Solara
  • We do have a hitch that fits your 2008 Toyota Solara with the Curt part # C12110 but the # C11000 does not fit your vehicle. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is about 12-1/4 inches. I attached a picture that shows it's relative location with the rear bumper. I also attached an install video that shows how it installs on a 2008 Toyota Solara just like yours.
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  • Recommended Backup Camera for a 2008 Toyota Solara
  • I recommend using a wired backup camera on your 2008 Toyota Solara, the Hopkins Rear View Camera part # HM60195VA or Rear View Safety Backup Camera System part # RVS-778718N. The main difference is the monitor, the former has a windshield mount monitor and the latter has a rear view mirror mount monitor. The rear view mirror mount monitor takes up much less space so if you have it in the budget, this is what I recommend.
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  • What Size Tubing is the Yakima Rack and Roll Kickstand # Y08115 Designed to Fit
  • The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer Kickstand, part # Y08115 is designed to fit 2x2 inch tubing. Keep in mind that the trailer that this item is designed for has 200 lb capacity, so it is not designed for heavy duty use.
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  • Roof Mounted Cargo Bag for a 2013 Toyota Solara 2-Door Coupe
  • The Rightline Sport Jr. # RL100S50 is going to be the best option for your 2002 Toyota Solara coupe. It is the shortest bag that will fit a naked roof. Since the windows are not framed in the door the chance that water could seep in is a little higher than on a vehicle that does have a full frame around the window. Please note that the straps running through the interior of the vehicle can reduce headroom. In addition to the bag I also recommend protective pad # RL100650. the pad will...
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  • Items Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Toyota Solara SLE Convertible
  • There are 5 basic components required to flat tow your 2004 Toyota Solara SLE convertible and those are a tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, light kit and a supplemental braking system. I would also recommend checking your owners manual to see if a lube pump is needed to flat tow your vehicle. The tow bar that I recommend is the Roadmaster Sterling # RM-576. This tow bar is compatible with the # 1178-3 base plates that fit your Solara, and it includes safety cables. This is a non-binding...
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  • Towing a 2007 Toyota Solara with a Chevy 3500 Pickup
  • There a few ways to do this. If your 2007 Toyota Solara has a manual transmission you can use a tow bar ans base plates to tow your vehicle. If your vehicle has the U151E transmission you would need a transmission lube pump to flat tow the vehicle or you could rent a tow dolly, which would hold the front wheels off the ground. You could also rent a 16 foot car hauler trailer. If your vehicle has the U250E transmission you will have to use a tow dolly or trailer to transport the Solara. If...
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  • Can Curt Hitch # C12110 on a 2004 Toyota Solara SLE Tow a 2000-lb Fleetwood Yuma Pop-Up
  • Vehicles and the hitches designed to fit them may offer different capacities. And availability of a hitch for any given vehicle does not necessarily mean that vehicle can tow a trailer; hitches may be offered simply to enable use of bike racks and other hitch-mount accessories. The 1-1/4-inch Curt hitch # C12110 that you referenced is a correct fit for your 2004 Toyota Solara and comes complete with required hardware for bolt-on installation. You will need the # C45522 ball mount, hitch...
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  • Is Plug And Play Trailer Wiring Harness Available For 2001 Toyota Solara
  • The # 118407 trailer harness wiring kit is not designed as a fit for your Solara, but we do have trailer wiring harnesses that can be hardwired. It is a little more work but really not that tough. I recommend a kit like part # C59496. This kit includes the Modulite that helps protect the Solara wiring and a circuit tester to help you identify the correct wires on your Toyota when installing the harness. You can have someone sit in the driver seat and go through the functions while you...
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  • What Parts do I need for Towing a Trailer with a 1999 Toyota Solara
  • Draw-Tite part # 36336 does not include the manufacturer recommended ballmount, part # 36061. The only other pieces you would need are the trailer ball, the pin and clip or lock for securing the ball mount into the receiver and the wiring harness for your 1999 Solara. You would need to hardwire your vehicle with a wiring harness using part # 119178KIT. The ball mount recommended for your hitch uses a 3/4 inch ball shank diameter hole, so you will need to select a ball with that size...
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  • Replacement Mirror Recommendations for 2006 Toyota Solara
  • We have just what you need, the part # KS70615T is the correct replacement mirror for the passenger side of your 2006 Toyota Solara coupe and the part # KS70616T is the correct mirror for the driver side. These mirrors fit the configuration of your vehicle that has power, heated mirrors.
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  • Cleaning Threaded Holes in 2006 Toyota Solara Frame to Fit Curt Trailer Hitch # C12110
  • This is a fairly common problem when fitting a new trailer hitch on an older vehicle. Over time, your vehicles frame, in this case your 2006 Toyota Solara, will attract dirt, salt, road grime, etc. These materials will clog up the bolt holes in your cars frame and harden, causing rust and corrosion. This is an easy fix with a wire brush such as the Deka Battery Post and Terminal Cleaner # DW00254 and spray lubricant. I have provided a link to our FAQ page on cleaning weld nuts to assist...
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for 2008 Toyota Solara
  • For your 2008 Toyota Solara the hitch to use for a bike rack is the Curt hitch part # C12110 which is a confirmed fit. I'd recommend finding one near you with a good reputation and letting them install it. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out the review video...
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  • What Size Tire Cover for Trailer Tire Size ST205/75-14
  • The overall diameter of your tire size ST205/75-14 is 26.3 inches so you'd need a cover larger than what you mentioned like the # A10-1201.
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 2006 Toyota Solara Convertible
  • From the edge of your Solara's bumper to the hitch pin hole on the item # C12110 hitch is 5". With this in mind, I recommend the 6-1/2" long Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter item # e43YR. This will give you plenty of clearance to avoid hitting the rear of your car. The Curt Hitch item # C12110 is custom fit and bolts to your 2006 Toyota Solara convertible with included hardware. I recommend checking with the manufacturer of your bike rack to see if you can use a hitch adapter with it.
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