I’m preparing for our first big trip in our 08 Journey. Our kids will be traveling with us and we’d like to take our bikes.
I purchased a four bike rack that fits in the receiver hitch. I also bought a four bike cover.
I’m a bit concerned about having the bikes in direct line of the radiator exhaust. I’ve fabricated a riser that keeps everything above the radiator.
I certainly don’t want to do anything that could increase the engine coolant temperature.
Am I worried about this for no reason?
Does anyone have experience in this area?
Any help is greatly appreciated.
JK
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Do you need a ladder to get the bikes up there? LOL I use a standard bike rack on our 05 Vectra rear radiator like the Journey. It has no effect on the cooling and I don't have to lift them over my head.