Bike Rack that Will Let Tailgate Swing Open on 2017 Jeep Wrangler
Updated 06/22/2020 | Published 03/04/2018
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I think I found a solution with a bike rack that will allow me to open my 2017 Jeep Wrangler Tailgate but am concerned about clearing the spare tire esp with locking handle, but again, would really not want to use an extension, or push the rack our further than necessary. Thanks.
asked by: Eric
Expert Reply:
Using the Thule T2 Pro XTR for 4 bikes, # TH69TX or # TH83JV for 2 bikes are a great way to allow you to open the rear tailgate on your 2017 Jeep Wrangler while still being able to keep the bike rack in place and either one of those racks is going to look fantastic on the back of the Jeep. You can't go wrong with either one!
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Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
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- Platform Rack
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- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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- Electric Bikes
- Fat Tire Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
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Mark
6/14/2020
Michael, great suggestion. Are you aware of any other platform racks that will allow you to open the rear tailgate? I am OK with having to lower an arm or the entire rack, just don't want to have to completely remove it.