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  • Is a Short Roof Adapter Required to Install a Roof Rack on a 2011 Ford Fusion
  • You will not need a short roof adapter for your 2011 Ford Fusion. The short roof adapter is primarily required for small compact coupe vehicles such as a 2 door Honda Civic or Toyota Yaris. The SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack, part # SR1010, is all you will need to add a roof rack to your Fusion. The SportRack roof rack uses standard square steel crossbars that are compatible with most roof mount accessories. Once this roof rack is installed, you will have a crossbar spread of 26 inches....
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  • Roof Mount Cargo Carrier Options for a 2009 Honda Fit without a Roof Rack
  • The only roof mounted carrier that is recommended for vehicles without a roof rack are some cargo bags like the Rightline Ace Cargo Bag, # RL100A20. This cargo bag has straps that can run through the vehicles interior and then out around the carrier to secure the bag to the vehicle. If you were interested in a cargo basket or a cargo box, you will want to add a roof rack. There are many different roof rack options for your 2009 Honda Fit. I have attached a link to all of the roof rack...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Roof Rack for a Snowboard Carrier on a 2006 Hyundai Elantra 4 Door
  • The roof rack for your 2006 Hyundai Elantra 4 Door I recommend is the Rhino-Rack ROC25 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs # RR46FR. This roof rack is an aero crossbar design for less wind noise and the locks are also included. This roof rack will allow you to utilize many accessories like the Yakima snowboard rack you referenced.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack For A 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
  • I recommend the SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack for Naked Roofs # SR1005 for your 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. The roof rack has a weight capacity of 130 pounds and has an easy installation with no tools required. If you have a short roof or a dramatically curved roof line you will also need the SportRack short-roof adapter # SR1116. If you can reach back to me on what you plan to use on the roof rack I will be able to send you suggestions on parts that would work on your roof rack.
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  • Installing a Box on a 2012 Toyota Sequoia to Support a Roof Top Tent
  • If you are wanting to remove the factory side rails that run front to back on your 2012 Toyota Sequoia, I do not recommend doing so. These rails were meant to be permanently installed on your vehicle and should not be removed. These rails are bolted and sealed to the roof and water could leak into the vehicle if they are removed and other damage could occur such as denting and scratching on the roof. If you are wanting to remove the crossbars that run from side to side and attach to the...
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  • Roof Rack for 2015 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab and Roof Rack for a Camper Shell
  • I would be happy to help you find roof racks for both your 2015 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab and your camper shell. I'll start out with the roof rack for your truck. It is the 2015 Toyota Tacoma Roof Rack by Yakima. These 60" wide heavy-duty crossbars mount to Yakima towers to create an aftermarket roof rack. The top and bottom channels let you add channel-mount accessories. The tie-down points in the endcaps let you easily secure cargo. I have linked a picture of this roof rack installed as...
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  • Roof Rack Crossbar Spreads for a 2017 Infiniti QX80
  • Each roof rack for your 2017 Infiniti QX80 will have its own specific crossbar spread that works best with your QX80. The range of crossbar spreads from the roof racks that we carry are from 45" to 47" from the middle of the front to the middle of the back crossbar. If you don't already have a roof rack on your QX80 I highly recommend going with the Thule WingBar Evo system. This option consists of the 60" WingBar Evo Crossbars, part # TH711500 for Silver or part # TH711520 for Black,...
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  • Additional Items Needed to Mount the Swagman Rooftop Bike Rack to a 2011 Toyota Corolla
  • The Swagman Rooftop Bike Rack, # S64720, mounts to crossbars that run side to side on a vehicles roof. As long as your 2011 Toyota Corolla has a roof rack with crossbars that run side to side, then you will not need any additional items to mount the bike rack. I am not aware of a factory roof rack option for the Toyota Corolla, so if you need a roof rack, then I would recommend going with the Rhino-Rack RS 2500 Roof Rack, # RRRS232. This roof rack uses elliptical crossbars that are more...
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  • Parts Needed to Add Bike Rack to Enclosed Trailer Roof
  • To accomplish this you will want to add a roof rack system which will allow you to use a roof bike rack. For the roof rack you will need the following: -Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA118B-2 -Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRRLT600 -Rhino-Rack RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks # RRRTV128 The tracks will rivet onto the roof of your trailer, allowing you to install the legs and crossbars. Once you have your roof rack installed, you can use a bike rack like the...
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  • Roof Rack For 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab
  • I have a solution for you, but the Yakima Q Clips are for the older Yakima roof racks and they are no longer available. You will want to go with a new roof rack system. For your 2020 Silverado 1500 crew cab with naked roof, I highly recommend going with the Rhino-Rack ROC25 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs - Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black # RR26SJ. This is a very high quality and aerodynamic roof rack that fits snuggly on the roof, without overhanging. It also comes at a very affordable...
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  • What Parts Do I Need For A Rhino-Rack Roof Rack For 2016 Honda CR-V With A Naked Roof
  • The Rhino-Rack for your 2016 Honda CR-V with a naked roof will consist of the following items: Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 54" Long - Qty 2, part # RRVA137B-2 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4, part # RRRLKVA Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof, part # DK284 This roof rack has a maximum weight limit of 165 lbs. I have included product description links and...
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  • Roof Rack to Install Rhino-Rack Roof Basket on a 2016 Jeep Renegade Sport
  • To complete the roof rack on your 2016 Jeep Renegade it must have the factory rails that run front to back on the roof. With these raised rails you can add crossbars.. I recommend using the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero # RRVA126B-2 with the legs # RRSX100. I've linked a video of the rack being installed on a Renegade like yours. Then the Rhino-Rack Roof Basket # RMCB02 can be added to the Vortex bars.
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  • Parts Needed to Install Rhino Rack Roof Rack on 2017 Honda Pilot with Naked Roof
  • Yes, to install the Rhino Rack Roof Rack onto the naked roof of your 2017 Honda Pilot, which includes # RRVA137B-2 for the crossbars, # RRRLKVA for the 2500 Series Legs, and Custom DK Fit Kit # DK444 referenced in your question. The custom fit kit includes molded-rubber pads that are custom designed to fit the contours of your Honda Pilot. The clamps will then bolt to the leg assemblies and tighten for a secure fit on the roof. They are designed to fit the curves of your door jambs. I...
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  • Parts Needed to Attach Roof Rack to a 2017 Ford Edge
  • To install the Rhino Roof Rack on your 2017 Ford Edge you are going to need two separate parts. The first is the Rhino-Rack 2500 Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - 54" Long item # Y01-120B-NT. These are the crossbars and legs. The second part you need is the Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof item # DK432. This are the clamps that mount to both your roof and the legs to attach the entire system to your Ford. I have...
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  • Roof Rack for 2007 Honda Element to Allow Use of Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier TH898
  • Thank you for the photo of your 2007 Honda Element for which you want a roof rack that will allow use of the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier # TH898. The Hullavator Pro requires that the host roof rack have bar spacing of at least 24-inches, a minimum of 28.5-inches of available bar space, and it also requires that the bars extend outside of the rack feet 4 to 8-inches on both sides. This ensures the lowered carrier will not contact the vehicle. Please refer to the linked diagram that...
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  • Roof Rack for a 2021 Kia Niro
  • I have a great roof rack for your 2021 Kia Niro. It is the 2021 Kia Niro Roof Rack by Thule. The roof rack includes: Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Steel - Black - 47" Long - Qty 2 item # TH711220. The aero-style steel crossbars are aerodynamic and teardrop shaped that help to create a quiet roof rack system. Fit Kit for Thule Podium-Style Roof Rack Feet - 6076 item # TH57JV. Evo Flush Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Flush Side Rails item # TH710601. These are custom fit for your Kia.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for 2010 Dodge Caliber
  • I recommend using the Inno Roof Rack Kit for Dodge Caliber that uses parts # INB127, # INSUT, # INK555 which will give you a nice roof rack at a good price. The Inno kit uses durable square crossbars and will attach to naked roofs to provide you with a solution that allows you to carry cargo carriers, ski racks and bike racks, plus a variety of other roof rack mounted accessories. I've linked a short review and installation video of this kit for you to check out.
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  • Is Short-Roof Adapter # SR1116 Needed on 2007 Honda Fit Sport 2007 with SportRack Roof Rack
  • I spoke with my contact at SportRack and she confirmed that your 2007 Honda Fit Sport will not require a short roof adapter like # SR1116 with the SportRack roof rack # SR1002. Generally the adapter is needed on 2 door models with shorter roofs or dramatically curved roof lines.
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  • Kayak Carriers for Use on 2016 Lincoln MKX
  • A 12-foot Eddyline Sandpiper kayak weighs a moderate 38-lbs in bone stock condition so the Lincoln's roof ought to be fine for the combined weight of two of them but it is still a good idea to check the owner's manual. Keep in mind that the vehicle's roof weight rating is for everything on it, which could include an aftermarket roof rack (10 to 15 -lbs) and kayak carriers (5 to 10-lbs) depending on which way you go. I suggest checking out the linked article on watersports carriers as it...
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  • What Parts do I Need to Install the Rino Rack Vortex on My 2013 Nissan Rogue S with a Naked Roof?
  • In order to install the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Roof Rack on your 2013 Nissan Rogue with a naked roof, you will need these parts: # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA, and #DK146 I attached a review of this Rack on a 2013 Nissan Rogue for you.
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