Are the cross rails fairly easy to install and remove? We only want to have these on for hauling a Thule cargo box on trips, so need easy on/off.
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Yes, very easy to do! The come with a little wrench to tighten them up or loosen them up.I personally have the wrench and the directions in the bag in the glove box as I don't envision taking them off nearly as much as it sound like you will? But, easy to do, well constructed cross bars, etc.Nice thing for you is I suspect the Thule cargo box has a way to connect to only the cross bars? That's a plus for you, as you can't get anything through the side rails of the brackets Hyundai mounts on the roof.Perhaps I need to look into one of those Thule cargo boxes?Good luck to you Sir!Art Yes, very easy to do! The come with a little wrench to tighten them up or loosen them up.I personally have the wrench and the directions in the bag in the glove box as I don't envision taking them off nearly as much as it sound like you will? But, easy to do, well constructed cross bars, etc.Nice thing for you is I suspect the Thule cargo box has a way to connect to only the cross bars? That's a plus for you, as you can't get anything through the side rails of the brackets Hyundai mounts on the roof.Perhaps I need to look into one of those Thule cargo boxes?Good luck... » Read More Yes, very easy to do! The come with a little wrench to tighten them up or loosen them up.I personally have the wrench and the directions in the bag in the glove box as I don't envision taking them off nearly as much as it sound like you will? But, easy to do, well constructed cross bars, etc.Nice thing for you is I suspect the Thule cargo box has a way to connect to only the cross bars? That's a plus for you, as you can't get anything through the side rails of the brackets Hyundai mounts on the roof.Perhaps I need to look into one of those Thule cargo boxes?Good luck to you Sir!Art « Show Less
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The rails are extremely easy to install(about 5 Min). The Truie is the same type carrier that I use. No problems whatsoever
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Yes, but there are plastic bolt covers that will not survive many cycles of off/on.
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The rails are very easy to install but are really not meant to be taken off and then put back on frequenty as you described. The bolts holding the clamps to the side rails use a hex head wrench provided in the kit and it takes some time to tighten them as access with a hex bit on a cordless drill is a little dicey.If aero-drag is a concern, you need not be. They are quite aerodynamic IMO, shaped similar to a wing (rounded leading edge leading to sharp trailing edge).So my suggestion would be to make your Thule box the 'portable' item.
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When mine arrived I went out and instslled them. The hardest part was setting up tge ladder so I could reach if you have two people it would be easier brcause you wouldn't have to run from side to side around the car so much.
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I had to change my rails, they had a chain drive and this was a belt driven. It wasn't that difficult but make sure you have two ladders and some help. I did make the change myself, but wouldn't recommend it.
549005
I don't know what those rails are but I was able to mount the hitch under my 5th wheel using the standard rails available for 5th wheel hitches. I hauled a big horse trailer with a forward camper from Indiana to the trade show at Columbus OH with no issues.
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I use the basketBut you can buy thule cross bar. There are very good and very easy to remove
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It's very easy if you just bought them the come with instructions. If you already have them and no instructions the bar has two lift tabs on each bar lift them up put one end of the bar into any one side of the rail and due the same for the other side line up with the little arrows on top of the rails push down the tabs and your ready to so the second one the same way.
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I did it once and it wasn't too hard. You have to remove each of the motors and place onto the new cross. It's been awhile and I've gotten away from here at this time.
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these crossbars have a little arch in them, so if your cargo hauler is flat on the underside, it could rock some. they are very sturdy on our honda pilot.
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They are relatively easy. You need to pull the pin out on each end to raise and lower the rails. They do not have to been pulled out simultaneously, each can be lulled out individually. I have found them easy to work with.
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There are instructions in the box but to be honest, you won't need them. This is the easiest accessory to install. It will take you 5-10 minutes tops and that's just to adjust position on the rails.
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We have a cargo box that we have used on numerous vehicles including the CRV. The box we have uses mounting hardware that attaches to most cross bars. It takes me about five minutes to mount the box working by myself.
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Yes, but make sure to tighten the side hex bolts before you tighten the top bolts on the crossbars. This makes it easier to get them centered. It will also ensure a more snug fit on the rails.
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When we went on our last vacation, I was borrowing my father-in-laws Thule soft luggage bag that rides on top of the vehicle. I thought you needed crossbars for that, but you don't, it only attaches to the roof rails. You only need the crossbars for the hard rigid luggage containers. That is the only thing I can see them for.
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I tend to doubt it. I think you would be much happier with the Thule crossbars, as it is extremely important to get the correct overhang so the hullivator can properly clear the side of the car when lowered.
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those are just the cross bars you need to buy model specific footpacks and use the 2 together. Check the Thule website for application information.
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Never had to remove mine. It can be done because I installed mine backwards in the beginning. Two little clips that you pull out or press in along the tracks.
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Very easy to remove. Unscrew the hitch lever and slides right out. A little heavy but has a handle to help lift. I remove mine all the time. Good luck....
668158
You have to remove the stock rails. But it is pretty simple requiring only some metric sockets, wrenches and allen wrenches. Took me an hour or two.