Malone AirFlow roof racks like #MPG215 can use their own T-Slot Fit Kit #MPG8287 for Malone carriers or you can use another T-bolt fastener. I linked a photo showing a cross section of the AirFlow bar and the exact inside dimensions. I converted the…
The Yakima JetStream crossbars have a T-slot that is 1 inch wide and 1/2 inch tall so any t-bolt used would have to fit within those measurements. The 4-bolt set of M10 x 1.5 x 25 bolts #Y8880184 will work since the head is 3/4 inches square but I…
The Surco Safari Rack 5.0 Rooftop Cargo Basket for Factory Rails listed below all come with adapters that clamp around factory raised rails. They just grip the rails then bolt into the bottoms of the baskets. 60" Long x 50" Wide - Surco…
The correct spare tire carrier to go along with the Surco Safari Rack 5.0 Rooftop Cargo Basket for Factory Rails #SPS4550-1101 that you referenced is the Spare Tire Carrier for Surco Safari Rooftop Cargo Baskets #SPST100. This is the carrier in the…
The differences between the between the Curt #C13149 and the Curt #C13406 for your 2017 Toyota RAV4 are that the 13149 has a visible crosstube and is rated for use with a weight distribution system while the 13406 has a concealed crosstube (for a…
Since the Curt #C13149 Class III trailer hitch you referred to is a fit for 2006 to present RAV4 models, I'll assume yours falls within that range of model years. The tow hook, if present, is on the driver's side frame rail just forward of…
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…
The Curt 4-Bike Platform Rack #C18087 is a fine entry-level type option for a bike rack, but when it comes to function, durability, and convenience the clear winner is the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 4-Bike Rack #HR1400Z. Starting with function…
I checked out both sets of install instructions for the hitches you mentioned. The etrailer part #e98864 and the Curt hitch part #C13149, and for both you have to remove a lower fascia panel (if present). They call it an appearance panel and you can…
The most ground clearance offered with a trailer hitch for a 2015 Toyota RAV4 is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13406. This hitch has a hidden design so the receiver tube will be tucked up under the bumper as close as possible giving you the…
Hey Andy, I've attached two of Ryan's installation videos below where he'll walk you through running the power wire to the battery whether it's located in the rear cargo area or in the engine compartment. The video for the Curt…
Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…
