Bike rack options discussion (merged megathread)
08-17-13, 12:23 PM
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http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch/Curt/C11366.html
I just tried putting my MTB without the front tire in the trunk and it didn't fit. I have an F-Sport so I'm SOL with the trailer hitch.
I just tried putting my MTB without the front tire in the trunk and it didn't fit. I have an F-Sport so I'm SOL with the trailer hitch.
08-18-13, 04:28 PM
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Here's the link they gave me:
We do offer the Curt hitch. I have the part linked below.
http://www.etrailer.com/partlist.asp...1366&csrid=432
Please email or call 1-800-298-8924 ext. 324 if you have any other questions.
We do offer the Curt hitch. I have the part linked below.
http://www.etrailer.com/partlist.asp...1366&csrid=432
Please email or call 1-800-298-8924 ext. 324 if you have any other questions.
09-01-13, 11:34 PM
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Got it done. It's not easy. The holes do not perfectly align, either. Had to grind 2 holes an additional 1/16 - 3/32 of an inch larger, in order for the bolts to fit back in. I'll notify the manufacturer of this issue. The problem I was most concerned about, was my biggest problem. Getting the plastic body section re-assembled. It's difficult to snap the part where it bends from side to rear. Other than these 2 issues, the rest is pretty straight-forward. The instructions from Curt are pretty good. Haven't attached the bike rack yet. Ran out of time, but it looks good. I have a Yakima rack, which allows me to easily open the trunk, when it's attached. The bikes are far enough behind the car, where I won't have to worry about scratches. I think this new design is much better than the design for the older GS's. Seems very sturdy.
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09-02-13, 01:29 PM
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Why would anyone even think about transporting a bike (or two) on a Lexus sports sedan? I cringe at the mere idea of doing something like that. That's what my 2012 GMC Acadia Denali with the trailer hitch and Thule bike rack is for.
If I couldn't afford a proper second car, I would literally refuse to transport a bike anywhere if the only way to do it was on my Lexus.
What a horrible visual: A bike a rack on a Benz, BMW, or Lexus.
LATE NOTE: Oops, just saw the photos above my post. OMG!! That's like sacrilegious or something worse! Take that thing off and get a second car, please! UGH!
If I couldn't afford a proper second car, I would literally refuse to transport a bike anywhere if the only way to do it was on my Lexus.
What a horrible visual: A bike a rack on a Benz, BMW, or Lexus.
LATE NOTE: Oops, just saw the photos above my post. OMG!! That's like sacrilegious or something worse! Take that thing off and get a second car, please! UGH!
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09-02-13, 02:52 PM
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Don't you have a wife or girlfriend? Make her car the bike hauler. That's what I do. When I buy a car for my wife, I make sure it is the one that comes from the factory with the trailer hitch installed. Just in case, I kept my Acura SUV as backup hauler, instead of trading it in. No racks are getting anywhere near my Lexus. The Lexus only moves or transports one thing: me.
09-03-13, 10:36 AM
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09-03-13, 10:39 AM
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I want to lift my GS up 6" and put on some off road tires. Want to take it for some off roading fun. LOL
09-04-13, 09:01 PM
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How about an attachment for picking up golf ***** on the practice range? We could use some good photoshopping skills, so we could get a preview before doing all this work
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