nuts.... but atleast give the rack a try before the butcher gets ahold of it.

 

The wheel trays bolt on so I wont ruin any thing. The worst that can happen is I wast $10 on PVC and a couple of hours.

 

It definitely won't fit-tried! But if you are able to get it to work please post pics! I was thinking about this today-I think the tricky part will be the front tide-maybe widening the bar that hooks the front tire?

 

What size rims/tires are you using?


I had an older T2 and I could get a Mukluk with GFS and Larry's to fit with no modifications, and a Marge/BFL combo required some major tire deflation.The tires didn't just drop into the trays, but if you started with the side knobs of one side and then gently pushed the other side into the tray they fit without issue. The biggest issue wasn't the trays, but getting the arm over the tires at around the 45 degree point. The newer T2's supposedly have a longer arm so that shouldn't be an issue.

 

What size rims/tires are you using?

I had an older T2 and I could get a Mukluk with GFS and Larry's to fit with no modifications, and a Marge/BFL combo required some major tire deflation.The tires didn't just drop into the trays, but if you started with the side knobs of one side and then gently pushed the other side into the tray they fit without issue. The biggest issue wasn't the trays, but getting the arm over the tires at around the 45 degree point. The newer T2's supposedly have a longer arm so that shouldn't be an issue.

I am running BFL's on Clownshoes:
http://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/my-9-0-7-build-813801.html

 

No you are not nuts..... and you are on the right forum

Here is my 'Gutter rack'.

http://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/my-nice-rack-after-plastic-surgery-526122.html

 

Assuming the T2 still has a metal "basket" for the front wheel?

I simply spread mine about 1/2 inch on each side with a piece of 2x4. They slide in with a small amount of push. Wheel hoop is long enough to drop right over.

The strap for the rear isn't long enough, but a toe strap solves that in a jiffy.

 

Assuming the T2 still has a metal "basket" for the front wheel?

I simply spread mine about 1/2 inch on each side with a piece of 2x4. They slide in with a small amount of push. Wheel hoop is long enough to drop right over.

The strap for the rear isn't long enough, but a toe strap solves that in a jiffy.

Craig I think the new ones are molded plastic. Have to wait and see Monday. I read that one guy here heated his with a torch and spread it. I may even try that if needed. The replacement trays are cheap so it would not be a big dollar problem to replace them if you ruin them.

PS: I ordered the new Pugsley spindle and did some finish work on my front end. Cleaned things up a bit.
Every one that gets on my bike just starts smiling and laughing.

 

No mods. Used toe straps from an Enabler cage to secure the rear wheels. Did not release any pressure. (Only use less than 10psi ever anyway) This is a newer T2 with the longer arm. One bike has RD's with BFL

No issues ever with wheels creeping out of the tray.

 

No mods. Used toe straps from an Enabler cage to secure the rear wheels. Did not release any pressure. (Only use less than 10psi ever anyway) This is a newer T2 with the longer arm. One bike has RD's with BFL

No issues ever with wheels creeping out of the tray.

Looks like the arm has good engagement on the front tire. I am concerned because my test ride will be from northern NY to Huntersville NC.

 

I modded my T2 by chucking the POS underneath my deck and replacing it with a North Shore Rack. :thumbsup: So far the mod is working fine, the Thule rack hasn't budged an inch in at least two years. I think there might be some grass growing in it though...

 

In your experience, what about the T2 made it a POS?

 

Am I correct that the north shore racks hold the bike by the front crown or fork? I just wont have any thing touching my frame on any of my bikes.

 

T2 works just fine.

Even works with the stock 80mm rims. But I use extra straps at the wheels for mounting.

 

1up USA. One is on my short list to replace my T2. I've been perfectly satisfied with my T2 I'm simply looking for a more convenient option for my new Moonlander.

http://www.1upusa.com/

 

I got my Thule T2 the other day and I just got back from Lowes with an arm load of stuff. I do love a challenge and this one might turn out OK. I will let you know in a couple day's..

 

OK so here we go. These pic's are of the assembled new front and rear wheel trays for my mew Thule T2. Some 3/4x4" PVC board, 4" electrical PVC conduit, PVC adhesive, 2 1/2x4" carriage bolts and some deck screws is all it takes. I did a bunch of measuring and then began to cut, glue and screw. I also had to heat the conduit and reform it. My BFL's on Clownshoes are a good snug fit in the new trays. After the adhesives dries overnight I will perform final fit and painting. I will post the finished product.

 

^ Those look great!

 

So the mod is finished and painted. Once dry I will install and test drive. I did have to make on e more piece. I had to build a longer tail stock for the base. The rear wheel tray I made is about three times as long as the stock one. My new one stuck out farther than the base and the base would not support the entire length of the new tray. I made a 10 " PVC stub and insert it 5" into the base. I also removed the 1/4x20 bolt that holds the rear tray from sliding off the base and with the stub piece and the new tray installed drilled a 5/16" hole all the way through to allow for a 1/4x20 bolt and nylock nut to hold everything together. I will have pic's of the finished product on the vehicle soon.

 

Cool mod! What are you using for wheel straps? It would be cool if Thule would offer long ratchet straps

 

Thanks:
I intend to use some long velcro straps. Two per wheel.

 

So there is the t2, Kuat Enve and the 1upUSA-I have the T2 and seems someone hit it and now it's bent. Still holds but wobbles a bunch-worries me a bit but I don't see the metal cracked anywhere. Anyways was told Tule doesnt do anything to help in a case like this. So was looking at the 1Up and the Enve-Both look nice-any recommendations?

 

Here is the finished product. My new Thule T2 has been modified to fit up to a five inch tire with no problems. The mod did not use or modify any of the original parts so the entire rack can go back to stock in five minutes if needed. I took two bikes out tonight for a test ride and all went well. I will be motoring to NC on Monday with three bikes. Dont tell any one but one of them is a road bike.

 

impressive results. :thumbsup:

 

Nice work. I just purchased a Pugsley and am wondering if a standard top tube rack (ex. Thule Parkway) would work. It seems like it should but i have not seen any posts on this. Thanks for the help.

 

For me I wont have any thing touch the paint on any of my bikes. I have to much invested to hold the bike by the painted surface and eventually damage it.

 

Good job!!

 

768 miles today with one 29er and one fatty on the rack. No incidents, no worries!

 

Here's another option. A bit expensive but well worth it.
TufRack

 

Finally took a picture. No need for mods. I drive 70MPH on the freeway and it's solid.

 

Dude, that picture scares me. Especially the front end configuration.