should the weight distribution brackets that the chains hang on be bolted at the bottom? They seem to be loose on the A-frame.
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They need to hang on the top of the frame and the bolts are only to be snuged down. Don't tighten them. When you put the chains on the hooks and pull the hooks up the weight will hold the brackets in place securely.
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Mine came today (3/25/15) with plastic brackets. I'm worried about them supporting the metal cross bars and legs when in use. I'm not really sure who or how to complain or report this to. I guess I'll have to figure that out.
2229306
My only concern are the tie down points. I wrap my tie downs around the support bar. The welded rings are probably fine, but the weak link in my opinion.
2071951
I think you may have assembled it wrong by using some of the wrong hardware. When I assembled and tightened to a firm snug level, they adjust perfectly. I would re-evaluate the pieces you have used
362669
I believe they are screwed to the bottom, if so home depot,wall mart Lowe's has them or something similar, make sure you bring a good wheel with you so you get the same height.
1678808
Yes. There are bolt that tightens to keep level and the bracket does not sag. I would make sure the bots that fasten it to the wall are in a stud if you plan on moving the set away from the wall frequently.
1427448
Chain loose? If still jumping off, go over chain link by link and make sure it can sit all the way down in the groove on the bar. If it can't, straighten it where bent, file it so it will, buy a new chain.
1204757
Does the bottom bracket on you bike have a square ends where it mounts to the crankset? Chain line and shifting may need to be adjusted if you are not set up for a double crankset already. Chain length will change if you are not running a 53t chain ring already. Just some things to think about.
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I can honestly say that I have had lilt sway even after flooring it. The bikes hold pretty securely & snuggly in the cradles. Especially if there is more than one next to each other there is virtually none. But I would recommend these to tie down the bike in the position closest to the vehicle Saris Wheel Stabililzer Straps (2 Pack) by Saris Saris Bicycle Wheel Stabilizing Straps for Htich and Trunk Rack
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I am not sure. Two of the chains are attached to a stud;the other two are just in the ceiling. My contractor told me that I should not worry about the latter two fastenings--just do not grossly overload the rack.
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If you are trying to tighten/loosen the springs, they are located at the top, not the bottom.
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no, chains would be too loose; however you could modify after purchase by removing one tread and respective links, which would of course require a bolt cutter
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They haven't been an issue for me, but I adjusted the horizontal cross arm with the clamp on it out pretty far. I mainly did that so I can run the pedals and shift gears with the bike on the stand without the pedal on the stand side running into the vertical bar. I guess the added benefit of adjusting the bike farther away from the rack is that it keeps the stand legs out of the way also. The stand they show in the picture does not have the legs fully extended. When they are, it's a really wide base and I haven't had any issues with it wanting to tip over. I'm usually putting a MTB with 29" wheels on it so it's pretty heavy. I've also used the stand in my back yard on uneven surfaces and it's still pretty solid.
179049
The bottom bracket is moveable. But I believe there is more strength by keeping the brackets further apart.Please note I returned the bracket because I felt my two mountain bike were too heavy.
40750
My frame had threaded eyelets. There are matching eyelets at the end of the brackets. I had to bend the two extending brackets in a vise about 45 to match the angle of eyelets on the seat stay.
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If you have some type of frame probably no problem....as you raise bike Make sure balance is stable. Good luck , I really like mine(heavy, FXDL).
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Hi, It varies upon the trailer frame. Insert the head on the hitch of the truck. Back up and drop the trailer all the way down on the ball. Place tension bars in their sockets and lift the chains so they are straight up on the frame. This is where the brackets go. It's easy. Hope this answers your question.