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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by peterjmc, Jun 6, 2012.

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  1. GaR619

    GaR619 Junior Member

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    Drawtite hitch with a standard Bell rack.
     
    #21 GaR619, Jun 15, 2012
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    BreitrthnU Can you smell the premix?

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    Heres mine. Its a sportRack by thule and a Curt hitch. Only weighs 30lbs, only down side is that it doesn't fold up flat. The bike is a Salsa big mama.

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    EVO!
     
    #22 BreitrthnU, Jun 30, 2012
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    I keep expecting some fun-loving female to come on here and show all of you guys up :D
     
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    What's your mpg when towing the camper? :p
     
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    about 26 gallons to the mile.
     
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  7. SaintJude

    SaintJude Junior Member

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    Just installed a Kuat NV Bike Rack on my 2012 Prius 2, with a Hitch by Curt. Would love to show a picture, but can't upload a standard .jpg file.

    Anyway, they work and look great.
     
    #27 SaintJude, Jul 8, 2012
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    You only have 1 post. When you add 4 more posts you will be able to post pics! You need 5 posts to post pics!
     
    #28 KK6PD, Jul 8, 2012
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    Do these interfere with the hatch opening, closing, or the rear wiper operation?
     
    #29 Jonny Zero, Jul 14, 2012
  10. striker308

    striker308 Three time Prius owner

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    I have systems at the hospital that don't look this good! whats with the "old" monitor?
     
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    Just the wiper operation... Hatch opens and closes ok.... A bit tough with the Thule Platform to open with just one person because of the added weight
     
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    Anyone got pics of their installed hitch without the bike rack installed? I've considered installing a Curt hitch, but I don't want to ruin a clean look.

    As for the roof racks, any noticeable MPG hit?
     
    #33 FUUFNF, Aug 4, 2012
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    A 2" receiver is obviously stronger than 1-1/4" (right?). Which would you guys recommend? I'm a little sceptical of using an adapter. I'm planning on carrying 3 bikes, maybe 4.
     
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  15. striker308

    striker308 Three time Prius owner

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    For four bikes you could use a 1" from a lawn tracktor, your not talking about anything in wieght relativly speaking.
    if you are that worried go with a 2" you will find that most of the hitch attachments on the market are made for the 2" anyway since it is the most widley used.
     
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    Thanks. If im not mistaken, the curt hitch for the prius only comes in 1". My worries with an adaptor is the instability and extra rattling especially with 4 bikes.
     
    #36 sLick415, Aug 7, 2012
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    kf4eok Daniel Lewis DIY Guy 2003 & 2010 Prius

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    WOW that is awsome looking. what kind of milage do you get when you are pulling the camper? LOL
     
    #37 kf4eok, Aug 7, 2012
  18. striker308

    striker308 Three time Prius owner

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    Curt Hitch - 1930+ Reviews on Curt Receiver Hitches + Free Shipping & Video Install Guide - Class I, II, III, IV & V Colored Hitches

    Receiver tubes come in 1 1/4" or 2" sizes depending on your vehicle
    2012 Toyota Prius All Prius models Curt Hitch - 1930+ Reviews on Curt Receiver Hitches + Free Shipping & Video Install Guide - Class I, II, III, IV & V Colored Hitches 2" in standard or Euro configurations
     
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  19. sLick415

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    The hitch is still a 1 1/4" receiver. Anyway, I decided an adapter probably won't be a problem.

    Know of any hitches rated for 300lb tw? I think 200lb might be cutting it close with 4 mtbs.
     
    #39 sLick415, Aug 8, 2012
  20. Steve Type-4

    Steve Type-4 Trading HP for MPG

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    Both my GF and I bought Trek 3700 mountain bikes so a Yakima roof rack is in order :D. As for it affecting mileage, we'll find out in a month when we road trip up to June Lake, CA.
     
    #40 Steve Type-4, Aug 8, 2012
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