Does this interfere with attaching a Rocketbox 12 or 14? Also, I have an Audi a3 2006 with a moonroof? Will it get in the way of the fairing?
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I don't think it interfering with rocketbox if u installed properly it's should be fine
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I have an Acura RDX, which is similar in size to a CRV, and the SkyBox 12 works very well. However, I recommend not using the manufacturer's cross bars. They tend to be pflexible. Use a Yakima (or similar) rigid crossbars for better stability of the SkyBox.
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I also have a moonroof and this device fits perfectly! My forester is a 2011. I love the barrier - well made and a sturdy barricade for my two large black labs. Hope this helps!
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The little thing that sticks out underneath the clips needs to be secure against your dashboard. I know this is kinda vague but I hope it helps and fixes your problem.
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Thule recommends against the use of fairings with cargo boxes - they can cause more noise and do not fit the rack well with a box attached
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I don't Have problem for use in my audi a4 with 20 inches wheel. If you need picture of installation let me know.
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Hi First off where do you plan on putting this? Behind a the seat? Well the box should fit it is only 36" wide, the only problem I see is having enough air flow for the ports to work properly, in my rav4 I have about 3" on each side and i'll tell you when the amp is all the way up it feels like I have some type of blower in my car to move the air around this is awesome, I m using a Alpine PDX-V9 with 500 watts for this sub
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If your pads are secured to the brake with an Allen nut, you have threaded posts. All photos I have seen of the RX6 use this set up. Therefore, you will be OK. Where the post is centered is not a problem. More importantly, is the pad is installed for 100% rim contact when applied.
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Hi Jerry, the Thule Fairing only mounts to Thule square bars and is not compatible with our AeroBlades or factory crossbars. If you want to find a fit for your vehicle (including a Thule rack system) please visit www.thule.com and click on "buyer's guide" for more information. Thank you!
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I test fitted a Thule XL which is about the same length. I had no problem adjusting the sliding clamps to the bars. Since yours has the same features I see no problem. Those clamps are meant to fit all types of bar styles and it definitly works w/ VW roof racks. The reason why I didn't buy the Force was its length, it stuck out too much in the front. I'm worried about highway speeds and the lift from all the air. Hopefully you won't run into that using the 16.
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The size Lenth and Width is important so it dose not interfer with the sunroof operation. The wrong one will cause problems.
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I don't know about particular cars, but this is what I did before I purchased these racks (which have so far been awesome): - Measure the width of the roof of your car. Do this in the two places you expect to place the individual cross bars. My car roof (Volvo V50) is slightly tapered near the rear; not sure if this is universally true though. - Correlate this rough measurement with the appropriate model of SportRacks. There is a size chart somewhere detailing how far the bars expand. Pick a size that will accommodate your car roof (if in doubt, overestimate the width of your roof so the bars aren't too small; they can always be cut). - The measurements you take don't need to be precise. If the size of your roof is in-between or on the cusp of two rack lengths, go with the larger option. As to the mounting mechanisms, they are very adjustable to fit a variety of doors. I messed with mine for about 15min before getting a stable fit and then mimicked that setting on the remaining three mounts. It wasn't difficult at all. So far, so good with these bars, and I've done a ton of highway driving here in Alaska with a roofbox mounted on them (against the advice of SportRack!).
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Hi, Karen - Amazon sent me this question but I'm not sure why since I have a Toyota RAV4. I had to take the wheel cover off the spare tire to fit it on but one thing I can testify to is that it's very sturdy and I like that a lot. I use extra straps and bungie cords to be super sure the rack and my bike are secure and I don't know if that applies to you but I can definitely recommend it.
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Hi Dan, I actually used my fairing for the factory VW cross bars. I actually cut the clamps off and used stainless hardware to attach to the factory bars. This was achieved by drilling wholes through the aluminum on the cross bar. The bolts I used had an Allen key fitting so they were easy to install. The finished job looks factory. I'm not sure the size of the clamps that come with the fairing since they were discarded. Google Thule fairing attached to oem Subaru rack. See what you come up with. Wish I could help more.
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I mounted it behind the bumper on a '93 S-10 and it didn't have enough airflow. I mounted a 7" fan to it and it worked great for three years until it was damaged by road debris. I'm going to replace it and put on a shield to protect it.
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John,Though the fairing may help with noise a bit, using a fairing in conjunction with a box will create a type of wind dam that may negatively affect your gas mileage.Thanks,Rack Attack
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I can only answer with certainty for a 2008 Honda Odyssey and 2012 Chevy Traverse. Both have hatchbacks and both clear just fine. If your crossbars are adjustable, you should be able to move them forward enough to make sure it clears. I believe we did that for the Traverse, so there was just enough space. There is no forward/back adjustment on the SkyBox itself.