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2006 Prius Hitch Rack Install Questions

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by goldcoastjon, Sep 13, 2013.

  1. goldcoastjon

    goldcoastjon New Member

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    Thinking of buying a used 2006 Prius with 50K miles. We need to carry 3-4 bikes and I have found the Yakima DoubleDown 4 and Draw-Tite #24808 1.25-inch, Class 1 hitch to do this--I think.

    I'm trying to fins out what others' experiences have been installing this kind of combo (or having this installed): is this a true DIY project?

    1, How do you re-installl the rear plastic panel?

    2. Where do you get the fasteners? Do they come only from Toyota?

    3. What problems should I anticipate/look forward to?

    4. Any recommended hitch dealers in Oakland-Alameda that anyone recommends if I do not install it myself?

    Looking to talk to/correspond with folks who have already done this--BEFORE we buy the car...E: jonswriter AT att DOT net...
     
    #1 goldcoastjon, Sep 13, 2013
  2. mrbuellrider

    mrbuellrider New Member

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    Youtube has some good videos on installing a Curt Hitch. It is only 4 bolts to install it on the car. I have also researched U-Haul has a hitch and will install it fora $35. I dont have any experience with the bike rack you mention. I have an old 3 bike rack that I have had for over 20 years that I use to this day
     
    #2 mrbuellrider, Sep 17, 2013
  3. Daves09prius

    Daves09prius Active Member

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    Amazon.com: Sea Sucker Talon Bicycle Rack, Black, 1-Bike: Sports & Outdoors

    Here is an option to consider the 'sea-sucker' I've personally never used it, but it is rated 4 of 5 stars on Amazon. I'm considering it for my Prius, I have my wife's trike which will fit into the trunk with the back seats down, and mount my bike on the roof with the sea-sucker.

    I don't know if this will help you with what you're looking for, but I wanted to share the option with you in case you weren't aware of the product.
     
    #3 Daves09prius, Sep 20, 2013
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