> Hello
>
> Is it ok to mount a bicycle rack on the rear windshield ?
>
> I picked up a used bicycle rack in my local area.  It mounts nicely direct on
> the glass with two (2) straps attached to rear hatch, top and two (2) straps
> attached to rear hatch, bottom.
>
> The bike carrier is weighted onto the rear windshield for support, and I'm
> concerned that road vibrations may cause the glass to crack.
>
> Is a rear windshield mounted bike rack ok for vanagons ?
>
> Thanks,
> Shawn.
>
Been using one for 5 years with no problem (hint: be sure to attach bottom
straps to the bottom of the hatch - not to the bumper - so you can still
open the hatch!)

Cory Sammons
84 Westy
99 New Beetle