Why Does Yakima BackSwing Appear Damaged

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Hey I just got this thing in and its dented. Doesntfoot seem to matter but I dointfoot want my new stuff to have a dent already!

asked by: Karen

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I wouldn't be very happy if I just go a new damaged Yakima BackSwing, part # Y02483, either. The good news is that yours actually isn't. The BackSwing has an intentional bend in it that looks like a dent. Yakima designed it that way on purpose because it positions the BackSwing so that it gains and additional 2 degrees of ground clearance.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

The Replacement ZipStrip Straps #Y8890297 are the correct fit for your Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack #Y02465.

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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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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Hey Chris, welcome back! The Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender item #Y02483 is going to be the best option as far as weight goes. It weighs only 35 lbs and has the common 250 lbs capacity. This will swing out 90 degrees to the passenger side…

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Hey Mike! I think most of the stories from damage come from really rough roads or off-road scenarios. I wouldn't expect a standard swing away like the Yakima BackSwing #Y02483 to have an issue unless you exceed the weight capacity. If we assume…

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Hey Mike! The Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks #Y02483 you were looking at will work with the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE #HLY84FR. This will extend the bike rack and bikes out far enough to clear the spare, and will allow…

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Hi Scott, I reached out to Thule for you, and they confirmed that the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device part #THSTL2 is compatible with your Thule TrailWay XT! Any cool places you're planning on going riding this summer?

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Hey Francois! Yes, the Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks #Y02483 is compatible with the Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack #TH83JV. Keep in mind, using an extender like this will reduce the overall capacity of your hitch by 50%. What…

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The RockyMounts HighNoon FC Bike Rack #RKY67RR is a good option but there can be limitations. If your fenders come down too far on the tire you still won't be able to mount it properly. I prefer the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack for 2…

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