03-01-2010, 02:11 PM
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I didn't see any information regarding where the hitch was purchased? I've been looking at the Willwood system but I can't seem to get much of a response out of him...  I am looking to add a hitch for a tire trailer just like in the link.
What hitch solution are you looking at or do you have in mind?
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03-01-2010, 06:08 PM
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There Is No Substitute.
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That hitch and a few other good designs are no longer made, unless you want to get one custom built. And you cannot mount a bike rack to them anyway, because it is not a hitch, it's just the tow ball.
The easiest solution would a Willwood hitch (I have spoken with Will, and while I don't have one of his racks, I would not hesitate to do business with him), Bird rack, or a Porsche Roof Transport system if you can find one. The last one I saw went for about $400 on eBay a few months ago, I paid $300 a few years ago.
Unfortunately, there aren't many options out there. I would personally search for a RTS, which is what I have because you can use it for other things as well. 
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03-02-2010, 11:57 AM
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I'm happy with the Bird rack.
The issue with it though is that the rack itself is "custom". The nice thing about a "hitch" based system is that you can go out and buy a very high end bike rack with lots of nice features (fold down, lock, etc.). I have a system like that on the mini-van and its great. When I sell the mini-van -- I"ll keep the bike rack and use it on whatever vehicle replaces the mini-van.
The Bird system on the Boxster works well for the Boxster -- but its specific to the Boxster, and its also somewhat simple/spartan.
That said, the Bird rack works and I'm satisfied. (I bought mine used on eBay and got a good deal).
Let us know what you do.
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09-12-2010, 10:58 AM
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Saris Bones - 2001 Boxster S
Saris will not approve the bones 3 rack for a boxster, but I saw someone with one on last week. I took a chance and bought one on Craigs List for $75.
If you widen the stance of the two lower arms by moving them to the outside, they rest almost perfectly on top of the two bumpers. The only problem I can find is that the straps clip to the trunk lid at the joints where the trunk meets the roof cover panel and where it meets the spoiler. So these moving parts could potentially bind up on the clips and chip the paint. My guess is that this is why Saris won't approve it.
Not opening and closing the roof while the rack is on is easy enough, but I can't figure out how to keep the spoiler fixed either up or down. Any thoughts?
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09-12-2010, 11:13 AM
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There Is No Substitute.
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The only way to disable the spoiler is to remove the fuse. I believe the fuse for the spoiler is located in the rear trunk underneath the carpeting.
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09-12-2010, 06:13 PM
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I personally pine for the RTS,
It makes me want to carry a surfboard at all times,
but would adversely affect aerodynamics..
-Brad
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09-12-2010, 07:41 PM
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I bought my Boxster in San Fran a few month ago. On my way back to Denver I stopped at Will's (Willwood System) house to buy a rack from him. He's not always quick with the communication, but he does make very good stuff. It's not perfect, but still the best option, IMO. He has put a lot of thought into his product and it is very well designed.
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09-13-2010, 04:42 AM
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05-10-2014, 04:11 AM
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Alternate Bike Rack
I was not sure what to do to carry my road bike on my Boxster and mated two technologies/brands and came up with a nice system. I used Sea Sucker suction cups and Yakima components to make a three point rack that goes on quickly and leaves no contact points 
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05-10-2014, 05:39 AM
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interesting. how long have you been using it? how far do you go?
my only concern would be the suction cups pulling on the points where they're attached (especially the clamshell) and possibly deforming it if the bike moves side-to-side enough.
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05-10-2014, 07:22 AM
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My Boxster is sold.
And my bike rack is for sale!
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05-10-2014, 01:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fatmike
My Boxster is sold.
And my bike rack is for sale!
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How does your rack look?
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