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  1. 17th May 2015, 05:16 PM #1
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    Front Runner Wheel Carrier

    Hi,
    Has anyone who has one of these fitted to their D3 have any comments regarding the latch/securing mechanism, as it is a different style to all others that are on the market - is the latch positive, rattle free and secure!
    The carrier itself would appear to position the wheel a lot more central than other carriers that are available and therefore appear not to need extra lights (Brake and indicator).

    Any feedback appreciated as I am deliberating on which wheel carrier to go for.
    A Kaymar is out as I not up for the additional cost or weight!

    Thanks
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  2. 17th May 2015, 05:42 PM #2
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    Mine's latch is fine.
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    The latch on mine is also rattle free.
    I also like the option that i can remove it when i am not doing a major trip.
    Two minutes & its off sitting in the garage. (The wife loves that bit)

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    Thanks also for the heads up on the easy removal, my wife will also like that feature
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    Quote Originally Posted by sniegy View Post
    The latch on mine is also rattle free.
    I also like the option that i can remove it when i am not doing a major trip.
    Two minutes & its off sitting in the garage. (The wife loves that bit)

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  6. 19th May 2015, 07:38 PM #6
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    I experimented with the clear Tape, I'll admit it's not perfect but works well enough to know what the beeps mean. Because it sticks out the rear a bit, you just need to check the first few times to gauge what the sensors are actually telling you.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sniegy View Post
    I experimented with the clear Tape, I'll admit it's not perfect but works well enough to know what the beeps mean. Because it sticks out the rear a bit, you just need to check the first few times to gauge what the sensors are actually telling you.

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    I have the Frontrunner wheel carrier on my D4. The latch did rattle after a year, but this was simply a couple of loose fasteners which were easily tightened. I had always planned to remove the carrier when it is not needed, but I am so used to it I have left it on all the time. The rear sensor issue is easily resolved with a stick-on rubber furniture protection pad.
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    How does the clear tape / rubber pads cure the sensor issue? Are you sticking them on all the sensors, or just the closest one?
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    Haven't tried the clear tape, but the rubber furniture pads can be used on the closest sensors. You can try a 1/2 moon shape first to see if it solves the problem. They are sensitive. Even a tyre cover sets mine off.
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