Comparing The Thule Helium and Helium XT Bike Racks

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Hi, what is the difference between these two? Thule TH44VR Thule TH53GC

asked by: Christopher R

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Hey Christopher,

The Thule Helium Platform XT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # TH53GC is just the newer version of the # TH44VR and comes with slightly more capacity at 45lbs versus the 37.5lb capacity of the # TH44VR and 2 extra inches for the maximum wheelbase capacity (52"). The # TH44VR will eventually be phased out once stock is gone.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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The Curt #13077 and Draw-Tite #75600 are both at a weight rating where it could be considered a class III or IV. A class III is rated up to 6,000lbs with up to 600lbs of tongue weight. While a class IV is rated higher there is not a specific number…

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Answer 2

Although the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part #75600, and the Curt Trailer Hitch, part #13077, are both great hitches that both have a 6,000 lb max Gross Trailer Weight and a 600 lb max Tongue Weight, I recommend going with the Draw-Tite #75600. The…

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We do have trailer hitches that are designed to work with your 2015 BMW X5. The Draw-Tite, part #75600 is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. The Curt hitch, part #13077 has a different design but has the same towing capacities as the #75600. A note…

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Hey Luis! The auto-snapping pin on the Thule OutPace Bike Rack #TH39SA will prevent the use of a locking hitch pin like the Snug Tite #THSTL2, but that's not a bad thing. This system that Thule uses on almost all of their bike racks is one of the…

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The Outpace 2 Bike Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" hitches #TH39SA is rock-solid, Chris. It uses a hand-tightened locking wedge inside the hitch, which tightens the shank directly to your receiver, no tools, no rattle. This is much better than a…

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Answer 6

Both the Thule Apex XT 4 part #TH9025XT and Thule Hitching Post Pro part #TH934XTR are great options to carry 4 bikes. The biggest difference between the Apex and the Hitching post pro is the locks, cradle spacing, and cradles. The Apex cradles are a…

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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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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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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 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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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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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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