What happens if you didn't follow the instructions and put all the bolt sizes in different spots even tho it fits perfectly and the rack doesn't move? Stupid question lol, family friend built the rack but didn't want to follow the instructions for some...
144811
Personally I would correct the installation. It may not move and appear solid but do you want to risk it with 300lbs on your back? I wouldn't. This is a safety issue and should definitely be corrected.
1796610
I did not install it - a friend of mine did. But he said it installed perfectly by precisely following the instructions. He also said the enclosed hardware worked without any problems. Sorry for no more details than that!
2055185
It's a solid bike rack and even loaded with bikes on a highway should have very little if any movement. If you are getting significant movement then would check the hitch and make sure it's attached properly. If you continue to have problems then there is something wrong with either the hitch itself or the rack.
1461130
I would try loading your bike onto the rack with your existing bolt to see if that worked instead of using the one they provide
1340840
Try switching around the feet and don't tighten anything until you get all the bolts through. If anything, you might have to drill a little, but I didn't have to. Just keep it kinda loose, until you get everything in.
236594
Margaret, if you buy this rack, expect to have problems with the screws they will send. They never got it right with mine. I think if you go to Honda to have it put on that they will have to re-tap the holes. The Chinese maker just can't seem to get it right. Works great now; but the plastic caps will have to be glued on or they will fly off going down the road or in car wash. If Honda does the job, they will have to stand behind it. Hope this was of some help.
821581
Directions didn't come with mine either. We had a problem with the weight of the bikes on the rack. It caused it to lean towards the ground. The metal was not as thick as needed to carry 4 bikes. I would try around a couple of blocks before you go too far with this. We couldn't even use for all 4 bikes on our way home from vacation. Hope this helps.
1247132
While I can't find it on their website... here is the contact link: http://www.winsomewood.com/contact/I'm sure they can send you a file or something to do it.... Though if yours is like mine.... two of my boards were reversed... the holes to install the rack part were backwards so I had to make my own I think... or something.. like it had the holes on the totally wrong side... but it still went together and is standing to this day..
293906
It's been almost a year so I don't really remember. I don't think there were instructions but there aren't that many pieces and I think all the bolts are the same size. I thing every piece had it's own place to fit and not much confusion on where it fit. Sorry I can't be more help.
1088677
i think u must not have the bars in place correctly that balance the two racks. there are no pictures of them on the directions. the two bars that have black plastic on either side go between the racks to balance them.to order replacement parts just call the number on the instruction paper that came with the item.
449179
Hi! The rack I bought fit the factory holes . You could mesure them if you wanted to before buying one? I had my garage man install it for me!
1947554
I suppose you can get an adapter to do so-------that would cause the rack to be extended out further and not sure that is a good idea. I also think that it might wobble around a bit unless you could get a bolt through connection.
2264803
May be its not align properly .Loose both bolt and retight them it should be ok
1686863
Hi....and I have no clue as I have never done that. This rack is very well made and I have had no problems with it. Sorry I couldn't help.
2061599
I did not assemble my unit myself. So I do not know the answer. My friend did it for me because it arrived while I was gone. He said it was very simple. But simple can be a relative term. I do know that the rack on one side is meant to be lower than the rack on the other side. They are not the same height, in case that is hopeful.
776532
Be very carefull. Mine did not attach correctly and I had to install it upside down. I have a 4 seater and the bolt holes do not match to where you can drill and attach evenly. I wish I had not bought it.
182354
The bar will not go left or right, however the locking teeth go all the way to the bottom. At some point it will make contact with your frame. My bike has a "V" type frame and makes contact a little lower. Check your local bike shops to see if anyone carries Swagman racks. I am completely satisfied with my rack other than the fact it a little bulky to store. Bikes ride well and does not effect gas mileage like my previous rack. Hope this helps. Hobie, Mobile,AL