Thule Express 970 - Reversable?

[TYGA]

When I fit this rack on my bakkies towbar, it sits almost flush against the tailgate which is 1. going to mess up the tailgate and 2. doesn't leave enough space for handlebars etc.

Does anyone know if the rack can be "reversed" so that the vertical bar would lean back slightly at an angle providing more space between the tailgate and the bike rack, by turning the horisontal bars and locking mechanism around, or is the only option to fit an extention to the tow bar?   

 

I attach a link to what the bar looks like for your scientific eyes perusal.

 

http://www.thule.com/Thule/ProductDetailPage____33610.aspx

 

 

Cheers,

XTC12009-06-10 01:22:00

[SilverMountain]

I am not sure whether my model is a 970 or not but I have the 3 bike carrier. I have noted that with 3 bikes loaded at about 40kg (max. carrying weight 45kg) and looking in the rear view mirror there is movement on a gravel and potholed road. Have never had a problem in using it over the last year however have thought that there may be some stress to the frame with movement on the dirt roads. Is not affected on normal tarred roads travelling to a race.

 

[TYGA]

new question BUMP!

[droo]

My best suggestion would be to dismantle the top and see if it's symmetrical inside. If it is, switch it round, and see if it makes a difference.

[SilverMountain]

May be best to speak to Thule direct. Know they have a Durban office, should have one in the Cape as well....