Should I Use Tape or Glue for the Thule Elite Van XT Rack? for a 2021 ProMaster 1500?
Updated 06/11/2021 | Published 06/10/2021
Question:
2021 Ram Promaster 1500 high top. Looking at your Thule Elite Van XT bike rack. Ad says it mounts with clamps and double sided tape. Is this a new attachment method minus glue?
asked by: BJ I
Expert Reply:
For the Thule Elite Van XT, part # TH302013, Thule recommends Dekalin MS 5, SIKA 252 or Terostat MS937 glue. A 2-way tape can accomplish this, however I recommend going with one of the glues.
Finding a 2-way tape that can handle that amount of weight is difficult. Plus, speaking from experience, 2-way tape fails much more than glue (when they are rated for the same weight). The glue is your best bet.
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Thule Elite Van XT 2 Bike Rack for Ram ProMaster Rear Door
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Wheel and Frame Mount
- 2 Bikes
- Bike Lock
- Adjustable Arms
- Platform Rack
- Thule
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