Converting Thule DockGrip Kayak Carrier to DockGlide

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I have the Thule Dockgrip 4 rubber padded saddles. Can I convert this to a Dockglide system by replacing two of the four rubble pads with the felt ones I see on the Dockglide?

asked by: Tim

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I spoke with my contact at Thule and she said that you can indeed just replace the rear cradles on your DockGrip Kayak Carrier # TH895 with the DockGlide Assemblies # 1500052829 from the DockGlide Kayak Carrier to essentially convert it to this model. The mounting hardware is the same between the two systems so you just need the cradles themselves.

They are sold as a quantity of 1 so you will need to order 2 of the assemblies.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

For your Thule truck rack aero bars, the Thule DockGlide #TH896 is better if you want to slide your kayak from the back and utilizes felt pads to protect your boat and ease loading. I've attached a video to assist. The contrast is the Thule…

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Answer 2

Hey Scotty, the tongue of the Yakima LowRider part #Y82QD does not have ability to fold or retract. BUT we do have the Malone MicroSportXT Trailer #MPG460XT that does have a retractable tongue. It also can carry boats up to 20 feet in length and has…

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Answer 3

Hey Daniel, The Yakima Rack And Roll 78", #Y08107, is a great option for hauling your 2 kayaks. I went ahead and looked up the dry weight of your kayaks and they came out to around 221lbs for the both of them. I recommend you go with the…

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Answer 4

While we do have a great roof rack option for your 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan with a bare roof, you are correct that Thule discontinued the fit kit 1043. For a great option, I recommend the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - 48" #298-SX6000B. The…

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Answer 5

The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer part #Y08107 is designed primarily for lighter loads such as watersport accessories and cargo. These lighter loads require a more sophisticated suspension i.e. coilovers in order to ride smoothly. If you just need to…

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Answer 6

Hey Larry! With the exception of their USA made cargo boxes, everything from Yakima is manufactured in China or Taiwan. They wouldn't give me the specifics for the Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer #Y82QD or #Y82KD so all I can say is it comes from…

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Answer 7

Hey Steve, it looks like you are comparing the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with J-Carriers part #MAL93FR with the Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer #Y82QD. The Malone actually has a 400 lb weight capacity vs. the Yakima which is rated for 750. The…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Hello again Frank; tongue weight is typically 10-15% of your trailer weight. At 5,400 lbs you could go over the max 800 lb tongue weight of the #FA94-00-0800 but that probably isn't the case here. If you really want to be sure you could always…

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Answer 11

Hello Andrew, Well that sounds like quite the fun trip, what state or states will you be traveling through? You're asking a really important question, especially since you're planning a cross-country trip with about 250 pounds of bikes and…

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