Screw to Use When Installing the Replacement 2" Hitch Adapter for Thule Doubletrack # 853-7489

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Hello , The installation notes for this product state The adapter attaches to the stinger with 1 flathead screw not included. Where can I find the flathead screw? What is the size screw I need to find? thank you

asked by: Mike J

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The flat head screw to use with the hitch adapter # 853-7489 is the # 853-5787-02.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I reached out to Thule on your behalf and shared your provided photos which helped a great deal. Yes, the Replacement 2" Hitch Adapter for Thule Doubletrack #853-7489 and Replacement M6 x 16mm Flat Cap Screw #853-5787-02 will fit your rack and…

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Answer 2

I do have a solution for you but adapter #853-7489 does not fit the T2 TH9045. What you can use (and what is basically the same thing only it doesn't attach to the bike carrier) is a reducer sleeve, #HT02. Pin the reducer into the hitch receiver…

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Answer 3

The Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack #TH23JV is not compatible with any type of adapter like the #TH8523185001 to use on a 2" receiver. Instead you would need the Replacement Lower Assembly #TH37MY to make it into the Rack #TH83JV.

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Answer 4

The Replacement 2 inch Hitch Adapter, part #853-7489, you asked about is an adapter, that Thule says will fit TH9028, TH9029, TH9030, TH9031 and TH934XTR bike carriers. They have the threaded hole in the shank that aligns with the hole on the…

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Answer 5

The correct receiver will depend on the bike rack that you have, as each have a different shape and pin hole placement. Since it's an older rack, your most likely fit is part #853-7292, for the Ridgeline 4 bike, or Roadway 2 or 4 bike. Without…

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Answer 6

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 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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Answer 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 12

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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