Great quality, except for the plastic lock cover (that you have to remove to replace with the included metal key lock) is made of such a cheap plastic that it files down when trying to unscrew it. I used a flat head screw driver that fit perfectly, and every time I turned it, the plastic started bended and shaving down. I had to eventually break it into pieces to get it out because there was nothing left for the flat head to fit into.
Also, the instructions are incorrect and dated in regards to a certain combination of parts based on the wheel/tire size you have as your spare. Depending on the spare tire size, the instructions has a chart showing what combination of parts you need to use. Short or long mounting bracket, short or long standoff extension and which orientation to place the mounting plate. Following the chart, the bike rack was loose on my Jeep Wrangler. I spent over two hours trying several combinations of parts, taking the spare off many times, rotating the mounting plate, re-trying other combinations thinking I missed something. I finally went online and found forums discussing the same issues. Apparently Thule has realized that some tire sizes may require a different combination of parts than what is listed in the instructions. I ended up using a short mounting bracket and NO extension (short or long) at all. This was the only way the bike rack fit perfectly. However, the instructions states that there needs to be a mounting bracket and an extension. The manual needs to be updated.
So other than the confusing and dated manual, and the cheap plastic lock cover, the rack is good!
| Product Dimensions | 97.79 x 46.99 x 40.64 cm; 8.16 Kilograms |
|---|---|
| Item model number | 963PRO |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Action | add |
| Colour | One Color |
| Size | One Size |
| Length | 40 inches |
| Weight | 8.17 Kilograms |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Outer Material | aluminum |
| Sport | Cycling |
| Included Components | Bike carrier for 2 bikes |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Brand | Thule |
| Item Weight | 8.16 kg |
