Knob of Yakima Ridgeback Bike Rack Just Spins and Will Not Loosen

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We installed the 2inch version and twisted the red triangular knob to secure it tightly. Now we want to remove it and the knob just turns freely and does not release so we cannot pull the unit out of the hitch. Any suggestions?

asked by: John B

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The knob on the Ridgeback # Y02458 turns freely when it is locked. First make sure that it is unlocked. If it is or if it still will not turn you pay have to pull back or push in on the knob while turning it at the same time so there is enough tension to engage the mechanisms inside the bike rack shank.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The Yakima SpareRide 2 Bike Carrier #Y02599 has a locking knob that when in the LOCKED position spins freely in both directions and should make no noise at all. If yours if making a clicking sound when you try to turn it to the left to remove the…

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Answer 2

You have to unlock the red knob with the included key in order for it to be able to be removed. Right now it is locked, meaning that no matter how much you turn the knob it won't loosen. This is an anti-theft device. Once you unlock the knob it…

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Answer 3

Your best bet would be to remove the spare temporarily from the vehicle, place the bracket flat on the ground so the shank is pointing upward and hit the bolt holes shown in the provided diagram with a spray lubricant like PB Blaster. Do this several…

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Answer 4

Usually the locking knobs on racks will also require you to push (or pull) on them while turning to get them to engage with the internal release mechanism that loosens the rack. If the lock mechanism rusted/corroded while in the locked position it…

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Answer 5

From what I could find on the 2022 Braxton Creek Bushwhacker 10HD, it is a 13' 2" R-pod style trailer. The closest option that we have for your Bushwhacker is the Classic Accessories PolyPro III Deluxe RV Cover for R-Pod Trailers #CA80198.…

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Answer 6

I spoke with Yakima about removing the SpeedKnob on the Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack and she stated that you need to just use more force since the threads are likely stripped. The other option which would not require excessive force would be to take…

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Answer 7

Hello AJ, thanks for getting in touch. We should certainly have a lug nut that will work for you, but sadly there is no way for me to look up your camper to know exactly what size you will need. RV manufacturers just do not list this kind of info…

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Answer 8

Is it possible your FrontLoader was built after 2016 which would mean you'd need the knob part #8880766 which has a different nut in it and would explain why the older knob #8880266 isn't threading correctly.

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Answer 9

The anti-rattle device/locking device of the Yakima Ridgeback bike racks like the part #Y02459 that you referenced are basically combined and if the anti-rattle is unlocked that knob is disconnected from the anti-rattle and will spin freely. So what…

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Answer 10

Hey Michael, if the rack is off the vehicle I would pour some gear oil into a small pan and then put the end of the bike rack under the oil (submerged) and leave it sit for a day and that should hopefully work the rust loose enough to allow it to…

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Answer 11

The Replacement SpeedKnob and Wedge Assembly for Yakima Bike Racks #8880508 came with the control key for installing or removing unlocked Yakima lock cylinders so you can simply remove your old lock core and reuse it with that key. If you want a new…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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