Will the trunk open with rack installed? No one has said if the trunk will still open with the rack installed and I don't want to assume that it will. Will someone who has purchased this rack please reply? Will the trunk open with rack installed? No one has said if the trunk will still open with the rack installed and I don't want to assume that it will. Will someone who has purchased this rack... » Read More Will the trunk open with rack installed? No one has said if the trunk will still open with the rack installed and I don't want to assume that it will. Will someone who has purchased this rack please reply? « Show Less
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The bottom strap goes under the car so the trunk will not open with the rack on unless you loosen the strap. The rack takes all of ten seconds to put on or take off so I wouldn't let that deter you from purchasing.
2006087
I have a 2012 Civic and I can open and close my trunk with the rack installed as well as with my bike on the rack. The bottom strap, for me, goes on the bottom of the trunk so it does not deter opening and closing!
2006088
If you have a hatchback, the rack straps to the door/bottom of the trunk. It would open, but I imagine it may be heavy to lift the trunk door up? If you have a car with a trunk, you can't open it with the rack on.
1119040
I can not speak for all vehicles, but on my 2011 Wrangler I cannot open the rear while the rack is on the vehicle.
1966431
With the cover still over the bed pulled tight, you can open the trunk about 75%-85%. Far enough to access it with groceries, duffle bags, suitcases, etc. With the cover open or partially open, you can open it fully. The only small intrusion I have had is the right side of the trunk does scrape on the bolt that anchors the right rear side rail. It scratches the outer edge of the trunk lid, but it is completely cosmetic (the Ridgeline bed liner is easily scratched by anything). I have had a 1-2 gallon improvement in gas mileage since I installed it.
1125564
Mine didn't but it is very easy to install, just pop off the two caps on the back bumper and screw the bolts on the rack in. Them clamp down the bolt locks to ensure they do not loosen during travel. Lock with key to ensure no one steals the rack... That's pretty much it... Awesome product by the way.
1712263
I have a 2014 jeep patriot. No issues opening/closing the hatch with the rack on it. I have even open/closed it with my bike on it. Make sure you hold onto the hatch though. It is too heavy to stay open by itself. At least on my car.
100618
I have a rear rack, and I use it to secure items to the rear rack. It's very very nice. Actually - I have a front rack as well, and I'm thinking about getting another one for the front.
1217669
open in operational mode or closed to be able to fit into your trunk? please specify
1811210
My son did the installation of the roof rack and it went rather smoothly. Since he didn't ask for anything, I assume everything he needed was in the box. Looks like the vehicle came with that rack. Nice.
1712104
I found the easiest way is to lay it down and then pull the entire leg and wheel assembly off together. The top was too heavy for me to easily lift off. I generally wheel it to my car, lay the top part in the back, and then pull the wheel/leg assembly off. I reconnect it the same way - slide the bar on and then tilt it onto the wheels and stand it up. My car has a hatchback - it would be more difficult with a conventional trunk.
2219139
If I don't have bikes on it I can put it down and open the trunk. With bikes on it no, I cannot. I have an Acura RDX, which is an SUV. With a sedan you may be able to.
2163669
I put my on a 2008 Scion XB. What I found when I went to the Hollywood site was that they had an extensive list of cars that the Over-the-Top Bike Rack fits. I have used mine now for several months both locally and on a trip of over 1,500 miles and the rack is excellent. Its well build the straps hold the bike in place, its easy to get a bike on and off and the rack is easy to install and remove. If your car is on the list of cars that they say it will work on I believe it will work. Since I have installed mine I have noticed bike racks on cars and most of them are not build close to the quality level that the Hollywood is. Hope this helps Elenor I put my on a 2008 Scion XB. What I found when I went to the Hollywood site was that they had an extensive list of cars that the Over-the-Top Bike Rack fits. I have used mine now for several months both locally and on a trip of over 1,500 miles and the rack is excellent. Its well build the straps hold the bike in place, its easy to get a bike on and off and the rack is easy to install and remove. If your car is on the list of cars that they say it will work on I believe it will work. Since I have installed mine I have noticed bike racks on cars and most of them are not build close to the... » Read More I put my on a 2008 Scion XB. What I found when I went to the Hollywood site was that they had an extensive list of cars that the Over-the-Top Bike Rack fits. I have used mine now for several months both locally and on a trip of over 1,500 miles and the rack is excellent. Its well build the straps hold the bike in place, its easy to get a bike on and off and the rack is easy to install and remove. If your car is on the list of cars that they say it will work on I believe it will work. Since I have installed mine I have noticed bike racks on cars and most of them are not build close to the quality level that the Hollywood is. Hope this helps Elenor « Show Less
1186646
You can adjust the angle so it is possible the it will work w spoiler. They have a list of automobile compatibility and I think the list includes the settings the rack should be opened to. I have a flush spoiler on my car and it's no problem but I can see that a big spoiler might get on the way.
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It is not necessary to install the rack. You can leave the space open. The rack actually does not attach anyway It is inserted loose and can be removed any time.
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To load into the car trunk is the most common way which you can see a photo on our website too. But due to the height of car trunk, it cannot be done by rolling it up. As for the behind driver seat, we have seen customers doing that, however that is really related to the height and model of car. But we will have a solution for the car issue soon. Please send inquiry through our official website contact page, and we can send you a video link as the solution.
336832
I've left it on my car for weeks at a time. The only reason I take it off is because I was worried about someone stealing it. But on my car I can still open the trunk with the rack attached
2164870
Sorry have to ask a question . Is there a gap between the spoiler and trunk? If there is the rack should work.
149706
Sure. I do. But of course your temperament may vary. I keep a spare wrench in the rear cubby to make tightening/loosening the bolt convenient but sometimes I just hand tighten and put the lock on it (that's where it locks to the car). My hatchback (2014 Outback) opens with rack mounted but I must make sure the top inside bike clamp is nor in play. Basically mounting us put the rack in your hitch, insert bolt, put lock on. Removal is the opposite. I also fold the two wheel racks down/up because my garage is so full of crap the isn't much roo to set it.