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Nice setup. That's an uncommon bike rack. It seems this type would shorten the rear overhang and increase the type of terrain you could navigate. Have fun!

I was always afraid to make a mistake so I didn't want to use glue. I also didn't want to make new holes in the van. It took forever to make sure I only use the existing holes for rivnuts and still have the cedar planking ceiling I've been dreaming of. https://youtu.be/FeSpucwYLW0

HI Bart! I also plan on using my FTC as a mountain biking adventure mobile. I plan on keeping my bike (Yeti SB140 XS) in the van most of the time. My most recent plan is to use a fork mount just behind the seats so that the bike will roll in from the side doors. Love seeing other people's builds and bike ideas!

I really didn't notice any increase in road noise up to 75MPH on the way home and I don't have any rear interior, either - no foam/vinyl floor, no plastic panels, etc. So mine is already a bit noisier than most cargo vans here, but not loud by any means. I did get one pic before leaving work with a parking lot light plus camera flash for some brightness. Edit: Oh yea, I also noticed they don't break traction as much on pavement or gravel. Same situations that had the traction control going crazy before, even when the Conti's were younger & meatier than now.