Replacement Parts For Thule Aero 2 Bike Rack

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Is there a replacement part for the Thule Aero 2 bike hitch the threaded shaft where the knob screws on broke.

asked by: Jason D

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Expert Reply:

Hey Jason,

Are you referring to the Thule Helium Aero 2 bike rack? If so, are you saying the bolt for the knob broke or the part that the knob threads into broke?

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Jason

1/21/2025

The part that the knob threads into broke the top corner of the threaded bolt that stops the knob from screwing off broke and now the knob just screws all the way off instead of compressing the anti sway mechanism thing that tightens in the hitch

Kevin C.

1/21/2025

@Jason That part unfortunately isn't replaceable. You would need a whole new stinger assembly, which unfortunately isn't available because the rack was discontinued back in early 2019. You could see if someone else has this rack secondhand and use parts from it, but you're looking at a total replacement of the rack otherwise. You could maybe make an anti-rattle device like the # e99007 work to help prevent rattling but it's not going to be as easy of an install/removal since it requires tools instead of just a simple knob. If you decide you want to look for a new rack then let me know what kind of bikes you plan on hauling around and what preferences you have for the rack and I'd be happy to compare the available options and make some recommendations for you.

Answer 1

The Replacement 2" Hitch Adapter for Thule Helium Aero 2- and 3-Bike Carriers, #TH8523185001 does not come with the screw as you mentioned. I reached out to my contact at Thule to make sure you get the right part and it is Replacement Cap Screw…

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Answer 2

Thanks for the picture. Based on that what you would need is the part #TH68JH that you mentioned.

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Answer 3

On the lock cylinder there will be a number stamped on it. With the number you will be able to pick out the correct replacement key to open your cargo box. For example if you have the key number 2982 you would want the replacement key part…

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Answer 4

Hey Jon, thanks for reaching out! Yes, the Replacement Short Bike Arm #TH68JH has a spot where you can install the lock core from your old control knob so your bike rack is still all keyed alike. You'll need a Control Key in order to move the…

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Answer 5

The correct replacement locking knob for a Thule Apex 4 Bike Rack 9025 is the Replacement Locking Knob part #TH79JV. In order to switch over the lock core from the old knob to the new knob you'll need the Change Key part #853-1251. In regards to…

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Answer 6

We have the replacements for the knob of your Thule Apex XT, part #TH9024XT, here. For the knob itself, you will need the Replacement Locking Knob for Thule Bike Racks, part #TH79JV. I've linked to a video review of this below. Since you…

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

To drill out any lock core you want to start off with a small drill bit (tungsten carbide-tipped or cobalt drill bits work best) and then work your way up in drill bit size until the lock core is released. We don't have any videos of this but…

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Answer 9

In order to have all your Thule lock cores keyed alike, all the locks should use the same lock core. The number on the lock is the key number. If one of the locks you've got has the number "N082" stamped on it, and you'd like…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

Replacement Locking Ratchet Arm Assembly #753-3579 is the same one that originally came on your T2 bike rack so it would not offer any additional length. There is a longer one, #752-1272-001, which is 31-1/2 inches long overall which is about 2…

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Answer 12

The Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 can fit round bars by grabbing around the crossbar and can fit aero shaped bars if the bars have a channel on top of them. Which the Yakima aero shaped bars don't have top channels so to go the Yakima route will…

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