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Sedans Toyota Camry 2009 Toyota Camry
904 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2009 at 8:03 AM
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Replying to: notmybmw (Nov 04, 2009 7:23 am) For a 2009 not applicable but - for others: If the battery is OEM and the car is over 4 years old; replacing the battery prior to trip would be smart since the clock, engine imobilizer warning light, etc. will drain the battery. I was going to say to always carry jumper cables in the trunk but you beat me to it !! Also; make sure tire pressure is at least 32 ppsi before it is parked.
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Bike shop strap-to-trunk-style bike racks don't fit my 09 Camry even tho data at shops say they should. Hitch data says I must use a 1 1/4" receiver. I need a 2" for my existing bike rack that I used on my now-sold 4-Runner. 2" adaptors can be added to the 1 1/4" hitch but I get differing opinions, saying they stick out over a foot throwing off the weight balance on the car and are bad choices. One car shop said he could install a Class 2 type because I'm not towing anything, only carrying about 60 pounds of bikes and rack, but has never put one on a new Camry before. I have new bikes with no way to take them anyplace! Would appreciate your suggestions. Sure don't want to have to buy another bike rack when I have a great one in the garage.
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Replying to: jagger (Nov 08, 2009 8:18 am) It comes with a 2" sleeve to fit over the 1-1/4, I dont need the 2", but I did put it on once to see the difference. Not that much longer. I doubt the weight balance will be thrown off by 2 bikes and the hitch adapter. BTW, the Curtis is a straight bolt on. They even have a video on the site to show you exactly how to do it. I had mine installee at a PetBoys shop for $50. |
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Replying to: kiawah (Oct 21, 2009 5:15 am)
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Replying to: exler (Nov 14, 2009 1:29 pm) "Park" check is pretty much consistent with every other vehicle I've owned, so not sure where the "Drive" came from.
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Replying to: kiawah (Nov 14, 2009 1:57 pm)
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Replying to: exler (Nov 14, 2009 4:13 pm) Buying used vehicles.....let the buyer beware. You buy it, you own it, problems and all.
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Replying to: exler (Nov 14, 2009 4:13 pm) But, as kiawah says, why not get a good shop to do it and have them check everything else at the same time. Happy hunting! |
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Replying to: kiawah (Nov 14, 2009 6:14 pm)
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