Will this canoe rack attach to factory installed roof crossbars, or do you already need to own a Thule crossbar system?
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if they are the same size and enough clearance between bar and roof then there is no reason why they wouldnt fit. however, the only factory crossbars that ive seen that might fit the canoe carriers were too close to the roof and would not accomodate the bolts
1650903
Would fit any cross bar that's the same size as the Thule - also need clearance under the cross bar to tighten the canoe "stops" on to the cross bar (+-2 inches?) Don't have them here to measure.
1650904
You really need thule load bars for this to work best. If not the load stops could fit on some after market bars but can only be 1 1/4" wide bars. Other wise it truely will not work.
1650905
The system is designed for thule crossbar; if the factory roof cross bars are the same size as standard thule bars are then it will likely work; if a different size then no. The pieces are cut to slide on that size
1650906
The system is designed for thule crossbar; if the factory roof cross bars are the same size as standard thule bars are then it will likely work; if a different size then no. The pieces are cut to slide on that size. In my case I had to install the Thule crossbar for the Thule 579xt Canoe carrier mount to work.
1449274
Yes. It comes with mounting brackets for both factory oval and aftermarket square tubing such as those of the Thule. It's a great rack.
1916574
This rack will attach to any square cross bars (standard - 1 inch by inch or less). I had to buy the adapter kit because I have aerocross bars from Thule that are oblong.
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If you are planning to mount the carriers to your rack's crossbars, you will have an issue with too much weight. They are similar to the crossbars on my 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon. The stock hardware will mount to a crossbar that is no more then 1-7/8" wide by about 1-1/4" deep. I priced aftermarket crossbars from Thule and Yakima and found them to be over $300. I ended up making my own that locked into the rack channels on each side of the roof. I used 1" black steel water pipe and used U-Bolts for the hardware. Unless you are willing to buy some crossbars or can fabricate them yourself, these are not the racks for you. If you are planning to mount the carriers to your rack's crossbars, you will have an issue with too much weight. They are similar to the crossbars on my 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon. The stock hardware will mount to a crossbar that is no more then 1-7/8" wide by about 1-1/4" deep. I priced aftermarket crossbars from Thule and Yakima and found them to be over $300. I ended up making my own that locked into the rack channels on each side of the roof. I used 1" black steel water pipe and used U-Bolts for the hardware. Unless you are willing to buy some crossbars or can fabricate them... » Read More If you are planning to mount the carriers to your rack's crossbars, you will have an issue with too much weight. They are similar to the crossbars on my 2002 Ford Taurus Wagon. The stock hardware will mount to a crossbar that is no more then 1-7/8" wide by about 1-1/4" deep. I priced aftermarket crossbars from Thule and Yakima and found them to be over $300. I ended up making my own that locked into the rack channels on each side of the roof. I used 1" black steel water pipe and used U-Bolts for the hardware. Unless you are willing to buy some crossbars or can fabricate them yourself, these are not the racks for you. « Show Less
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Your best bet is to go to Thule.com and check their official fit guide. It will let you put in a specific vehicle and check applications, or call them, they are great. You'll also see the related parts you may need/want, cross bars, locks,... I have this Thule system and it works well and is beautifully made.
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You can buy a bar adaptor, I did it for my wife's bike and it work well on the Thule Vertex
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Hi Samuel, please visit www.thule.com and click on "buyer's guide" for the fit information needed to mount crossbars on the vehicle roof. Then you will be able to install the MOAB. Thank you!
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Yes. I found a set of Thule Load bars that I used to mount mine because my Cherokee did not come with the stock roof rack. It would be easier with the stock rack. The size is just perfect for a cherokee.
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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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No, all necessary brackets should be included with your rack and will mount on to almost all factory roof bars. GL and enjoy your rack :)
496006
Yes. I have this rack mounted on Thule AeroBlades. They come with an adapter kit that fits wider factory racks and AeroBlades.
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If you have the metal, C-channel installed, that's all you should need. My kit came with all of the mounting hardware for the cross-beams. I do, however, recommend getting an air deflector for the front cross-bar. It will whistle and hum like hell. Or you have to move the bars way back, and then move them up again to use them. I did a lot of research about the noise. I ended up getting the 32" or 36" from Rhino. It's was the best quality for being affordable. And it was small enough not to interfere with the sun-roof. Thule and Yakima also make them. Just measure the distance between your rails. Good luck. Hope this helped. If you have the metal, C-channel installed, that's all you should need. My kit came with all of the mounting hardware for the cross-beams. I do, however, recommend getting an air deflector for the front cross-bar. It will whistle and hum like hell. Or you have to move the bars way back, and then move them up again to use them. I did a lot of research about the noise. I ended up getting the 32" or 36" from Rhino. It's was the best quality for being affordable. And it was small enough not to interfere with the sun-roof. Thule and Yakima also make them. Just measure the distance... » Read More If you have the metal, C-channel installed, that's all you should need. My kit came with all of the mounting hardware for the cross-beams. I do, however, recommend getting an air deflector for the front cross-bar. It will whistle and hum like hell. Or you have to move the bars way back, and then move them up again to use them. I did a lot of research about the noise. I ended up getting the 32" or 36" from Rhino. It's was the best quality for being affordable. And it was small enough not to interfere with the sun-roof. Thule and Yakima also make them. Just measure the distance between your rails. Good luck. Hope this helped. « Show Less
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Hi there, this carrier is designed to mount to our square bar rack system. In order to install this on most factory crossbars, you will need the 532 Ride On adapter, or to replace the crossbars with our square bar base rack system, or AeroBlade load bars and use an Xadapt kit. Thanks!
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Not directly. You need to have a crossbar system from Thule, Inno or Yakima.
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You need to be able to attach a Thule rack to the top of your car. This Inno rack then attaches to the Thule rack bar. Great rack!
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I don't know but I have a factory installed roof rack and the crossbars are about 2.5" wide, shaped kinda flat (thicker, about 1/2"+ in the middle) and it works great.
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Hello...it fit on the Thule square bars with no problem. I've only tested it with a Ocean Kayak in the driveway and it is very secure. I am also using ratchet straps to hold the boat down and not the ones that came in the kit. I also lined the rear saddles with felt so it will slide off instead of having to bounce off. We purchased another vehicle with factory side racks. I ordered Thule Oval Crossbars for it. Should be here in a few days. I am hoping the saddles will fit on them...it looks like it will...but will see.