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Old Apr 1, 2015 | 07:17 AM
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Hello,
I was wondering if anyone has installed a trailer hitch on their RC350. So far, there does not appear to be one specifically made for it. However, I have read that the rear of the RC350 is based on the IS.

Does anyone know if one for the IS350 will fit the RC350, or any luck with installation of a another hitch model?

I know, I know...Hitch is only needed to transport my other baby, a bicycle. I would hate to let the pads of one of those trunk racks touch the ultrasonic paint.

Thanks!
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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 03:18 PM
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I'm wondering the same thing here too. Have you asked the dealer?
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Old May 10, 2015 | 11:19 PM
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Originally Posted by ZeroG
I wouldn't risk it.
Per your manual:


Well, that sucks. The IS350 can but the RC can't have one installed for a bike rack?
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Old May 11, 2015 | 06:58 AM
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Originally Posted by happy1977
Well, that sucks. The IS350 can but the RC can't have one installed for a bike rack?
The illustration seems to indicate that you should not haul a trailer, it does not indicate though that a bike rack would be a problem
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Old May 11, 2015 | 06:59 AM
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Originally Posted by RCdriver
The illustration seems to indicate that you should not haul a trailer, it does not indicate though that a bike rack would be a problem
The illustration doesn't, but the words above it clearly indicate that it isn't recommended for bikes, wheelchairs, etc.
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Old May 11, 2015 | 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by DaveGS4
The illustration doesn't, but the words above it clearly indicate that it isn't recommended for bikes, wheelchairs, etc.
I would also heed the manufacturers warning and leave a wide margin not even to place anything behind it, remotely resembling a tow hitch or a tow hitch carrier - has mostly to do with the design of the base (platform) of the monocoque.
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Old May 11, 2015 | 07:18 AM
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Corrected , I misread the verbiage
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Old May 11, 2015 | 07:31 AM
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Originally Posted by RCdriver
Corrected , I misread the verbiage
I hate roof racks, but you get fancy stuff nowadays for example, the bicycle is carried in an upright position with the wheels pointing skywards etc. etc., is that an option for your needs? (always send shivers down my spine to see that bicycle coming adrift, but the guys say it can go nowhere)
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