Just purchased the Transcend Xplor221 and the spare tire will interfere with our bike rack, has anyone done a relocation on this? Thanks
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Originally posted by mesa View PostJust purchased the Transcend Xplor221 and the spare tire will interfere with our bike rack, has anyone done a relocation on this? ThanksForum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
Howard & Francine
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mesa
I have seen others use this https://www.amazon.com/BAL-28218-Hid.../dp/B00KPQYV0E
Should be able to install this under your trailer.
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It would be interesting to know if GDRV approves the use of a bumper mounted bike rack in place of the spare tire. Also what bike rack are you planning to use since many are not approved for the back of a trailer. My Thule is not approved for example.Last edited by Guest; 09-22-2019, 08:58 AM.
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Can you post a picture of how they mounted the spare and the attachment to the bumper - might give us an idea of what your up against. I have seen bike racks that mount around or to the spare tire too.2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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Originally posted by MidwestCamper View PostIt would be interesting to know if GDRV approves the use of a bumper mounted bike rack in place of the spare tire. Also what bike rack are you planning to use since many are not approved for the back of a trailer. My Thule is not approved for example.
Jim
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GDRV-Emily,
Can you provide the official word on the question of mounting a bike rack to the rear bumper and to which models? Would this be in addition to the spare tire or in place of? Or not at all recommended?
Thank you
Jim
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I'm pretty sure the BAL carrier referenced in this thread has been upgraded to use a gear driven cable. Best research latest models before you buy.
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Rob,
We have a 2018 GD Imagine 2950RL and I'm planning on moving the spare tire to under the trailer. I have purchased a BAL Hide-A-Spare rack to mount behind the rear wheels. Right now, the only concern I have is that I will need to drop the bottom enclosure some to mount this rack, then reattach the enclosure. Do you have any suggestion or recommendations on this process?
Paul Daniel
2018 Imagine 2950RL
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Originally posted by DanielOK24 View PostRob,
We have a 2018 GD Imagine 2950RL and I'm planning on moving the spare tire to under the trailer. I have purchased a BAL Hide-A-Spare rack to mount behind the rear wheels. Right now, the only concern I have is that I will need to drop the bottom enclosure some to mount this rack, then reattach the enclosure. Do you have any suggestion or recommendations on this process?
Paul Daniel
2018 Imagine 2950RL
Jim, aka Guest , since you're an Imagine owner any inputs?
Anyone else that has any advice--please contribute.
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