Bike rack
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Bike rack
Has anyone mounted a bike rack on their TL? If so what kind did you use. I have heard that trunk mounted bike racks will dent the trunk. Some have suggested trailer hitch type racks. Thanks.
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i have a trailer hitch style. highly recomended!
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Originally posted by fsttyms1
i have a trailer hitch style. highly recomended!
i have a trailer hitch style. highly recomended!
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Originally posted by ArN 2000 TL
I have the same thing and love it....can carry about 3 bikes and all the while nothing is touching the paint
I have the same thing and love it....can carry about 3 bikes and all the while nothing is touching the paint
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hidden hitch and (saris hitch style i think?) got them both from toys for trucks
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Thanks for the replies. I found this site (http://www.hiddenhitch.com/Products/...?HitchID=60913) with no prices. I did find this one with prices (http://www.accessconnect.com/hiddenhitchpassenger.htm). Now, any recommendations on bike rack?
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Originally posted by fsttyms1
hidden hitch and (saris hitch style i think?) got them both from toys for trucks
hidden hitch and (saris hitch style i think?) got them both from toys for trucks
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Originally posted by angelo99TL
Thanks for the replies. I found this site (http://www.hiddenhitch.com/Products/...?HitchID=60913) with no prices. I did find this one with prices (http://www.accessconnect.com/hiddenhitchpassenger.htm). Now, any recommendations on bike rack?
Thanks for the replies. I found this site (http://www.hiddenhitch.com/Products/...?HitchID=60913) with no prices. I did find this one with prices (http://www.accessconnect.com/hiddenhitchpassenger.htm). Now, any recommendations on bike rack?
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i think the hidden hitch was designed for the body kit. i dont have the body kit yet but there is enough room for the kit and the reciever on my 00'
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Drilling Holes.
I just found a new hitch other than the Hide-Away. From what I read the Hide-Away's rear bar is visible from under the car so I found another one that claims to be less visible. Problem with this one is that it requires two holes to be drilled through the spare tire pan. Should I be concerned about the holes rusting? Is there anything I should do to prevent the holes from rusting?
Here is the link for the hitch...
http://www.hitch-web.com/proDescrip....e=258682&OID=8
Here is the link for the hitch...
http://www.hitch-web.com/proDescrip....e=258682&OID=8
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I used the trunk mount to take my bike in for repairs, while it didn't dent the trunk (i only had my light frame bike on there) it did scratch a little of my spoiler. So definately don't go with the trunk mounts (even if you don't have a spoiler)
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Forget the bike rack bit fellas. I've looked at this dilemma long and hard. First, any bike rack whether roof, trunk or trailer hitch will ruin the TL/CL's sexy silhouette. Even with the custom roof footers from Yakima or Thule, you run the risk of marring your car's finish not to mention little accidents with the bike forks when loading/unloading. Roof racks also create wind noise.
I'm an avid cyclist and used to have a roof rack on my previous car ('91 Mits Galant). It was OK with that car bec the car's overall look/finish didn't matter much to me. I ride a $3K road bike and if need to transport it, I simply take the wheels off and fit it in the trunk covered in an old comforter to prevent rubbing and contain the grease from the drivetrain. Call me selfish but too bad for my cycling buddies but my bike transporting days are over. They and their bikes can catch a ride with our other buds who drive SUVs.
I'm an avid cyclist and used to have a roof rack on my previous car ('91 Mits Galant). It was OK with that car bec the car's overall look/finish didn't matter much to me. I ride a $3K road bike and if need to transport it, I simply take the wheels off and fit it in the trunk covered in an old comforter to prevent rubbing and contain the grease from the drivetrain. Call me selfish but too bad for my cycling buddies but my bike transporting days are over. They and their bikes can catch a ride with our other buds who drive SUVs.
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I was thinking about a Thule roof rack, but realized I have a sunroof visor which might get in the way. Trunk racks are out. So I guess I'll be bumming my friend's truck everytime we ride.
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Originally posted by steadydaddy
Forget the bike rack bit fellas. I've looked at this dilemma long and hard. First, any bike rack whether roof, trunk or trailer hitch will ruin the TL/CL's sexy silhouette. Even with the custom roof footers from Yakima or Thule, you run the risk of marring your car's finish not to mention little accidents with the bike forks when loading/unloading. Roof racks also create wind noise.
I'm an avid cyclist and used to have a roof rack on my previous car ('91 Mits Galant). It was OK with that car bec the car's overall look/finish didn't matter much to me. I ride a $3K road bike and if need to transport it, I simply take the wheels off and fit it in the trunk covered in an old comforter to prevent rubbing and contain the grease from the drivetrain. Call me selfish but too bad for my cycling buddies but my bike transporting days are over. They and their bikes can catch a ride with our other buds who drive SUVs.
Forget the bike rack bit fellas. I've looked at this dilemma long and hard. First, any bike rack whether roof, trunk or trailer hitch will ruin the TL/CL's sexy silhouette. Even with the custom roof footers from Yakima or Thule, you run the risk of marring your car's finish not to mention little accidents with the bike forks when loading/unloading. Roof racks also create wind noise.
I'm an avid cyclist and used to have a roof rack on my previous car ('91 Mits Galant). It was OK with that car bec the car's overall look/finish didn't matter much to me. I ride a $3K road bike and if need to transport it, I simply take the wheels off and fit it in the trunk covered in an old comforter to prevent rubbing and contain the grease from the drivetrain. Call me selfish but too bad for my cycling buddies but my bike transporting days are over. They and their bikes can catch a ride with our other buds who drive SUVs.
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How much is it to get the hitch, then how much is it to buy the hitch bike rack? I seen a couple of these before (all on SUVS), but its like 200 something for the towing hitch and couple of hundred for the rack.....right. I haven't been able to take my bike anywhere since I lost my only access to a SUV and is consdering something.
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the hitch was hitch was under 200 and the bike rack i picked out was under 200 and it carrys 3 bikes
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Re: Drilling Holes.
Originally posted by rtype
I just found a new hitch other than the Hide-Away. From what I read the Hide-Away's rear bar is visible from under the car so I found another one that claims to be less visible. Problem with this one is that it requires two holes to be drilled through the spare tire pan. Should I be concerned about the holes rusting? Is there anything I should do to prevent the holes from rusting?
Here is the link for the hitch...
http://www.hitch-web.com/proDescrip....e=258682&OID=8
I just found a new hitch other than the Hide-Away. From what I read the Hide-Away's rear bar is visible from under the car so I found another one that claims to be less visible. Problem with this one is that it requires two holes to be drilled through the spare tire pan. Should I be concerned about the holes rusting? Is there anything I should do to prevent the holes from rusting?
Here is the link for the hitch...
http://www.hitch-web.com/proDescrip....e=258682&OID=8
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Here is a pic of the Thule rack. This is the only pic I have with the rack on my former car.
http://www.89accord.com/tcts144s.jpg
http://www.89accord.com/tcts144s.jpg
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