Have any of you had problems with the rack rusting and dripping onto car?
873746
I use it only for mountain bikes, it holds my 26 inch bike very well. I would not recommend it for a 29er though, it's not as stable with that bike.
873747
No rust. No dripping. I do take them off in the winter for the season. Slight sun fading has occurred. I expected that though.
873748
No, but I only leave on in the car when I am using it. The majority of it is made from aluminum, plastic and other coated materials.
873749
No. It's made of aluminum and plastic, save for the bolts. Having said that, I don't leave it on my car all year around anyway. I live in a sunny climate and the sun would degrade the plastic. A sub-zero winter would also weaken the plastic. It's light enough to deploy when you need it.
1788503
I have been trouble by the rust as well.... I have had mine for about 6 months too, and use it constantly.... Any ideas would be helpful because I LOVE this thing!!!!
72763
I live in indy and I've had it for 3 month or so. o have seen any rust yet. And its rained a lot so I would say no. plus I've got a friend who's got the same one and he's had it 2 years. his also has no rust.
537776
I have used this rack daily for over 2 years and have not seen any rust! Best I have ever had
1689567
I have had my two racks for a little over 3 months. As of the date of this response no rust has appeared.
1296021
YES!!! Extremely, but I does rust if left outside. Other than that slight cosmetic issue it is GREAT!!!
2245020
Hi. We have had 5 of these in our garage for 2+ years, in the Seattle area and have had no rust issues. My husband LOVES them. Hope that helps.
1234902
I've had my first one for 6+ years and have had no problems with it. I guess if you leave it in a moist enviroment it might. We live in a very humid climate and still no problems. Love this rack.
859706
We did not have this problem. The rack is very sturdy and no glue was needed.
109595
I spray it with cooking spray before each use and wash it with dishsoap and water afterwards, let it air dry in the rack and it looks as new as when I bought it. No rust problems.
1427907
When the coating on the frame of the rack get cracked or chipped, the water gets to the metal and yes it can rust. With care placing it in your sink, and not hitting something hard on the edge of the rack, it should last you many years before it rusts.
1078346
Actually it's only been in a couple of rains but I don't see any rust yet. My thoughts are that bike baskets are pretty much rust resistant. BTW, I've had mine for a year or so (stored in unheated garage in winter too) and it's as shiny as new.
1169972
Haven't have that problem. I've taken my car through the car wash five or six times no water and you have to make sure that the rubber Is sealed behind the light.
1440791
I have had no issues, if you cut acidic fruits or leave it in salt water and never clean it it will rust
474766
I've had this rack on all winter and a tiny bit of rust around where you connect the two basket parts together has formed. It's a very small amount. Hope this helps.
1210575
Yes, and some of the parts, that other customers complained rusted, have been replaced with plastic. The cup holder design has been improved as well. I first purchased this dish rack about ten years ago when I was living in a cottage that did not have a dishwasher. Then it sat idle until my daughter took it to use. Now that I am moving to a cabin with no dishwasher, I bought the newer version. All previous complaints have been fixed by a redesign. I love the product.
1880988
I bought this Rack and I am VERY DISSAPONTED! The hitch Lock will not work. everytime I turn key, it will only turn so far and it just springs back open. I think the lock is broke! It is ALWAYS OPEN. THen after 20 minutes of messing with it one of the Keys BROKE! Has anyone else had this proble with the lock being open instead of closed when off?