How to Install a Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Basket?
Question:
What is the link for the Thule Roof mounted cargo for a 2011 Subaru Outback so I may view on your site? And, Is it easy to install without having to drill any holes?
asked by: Mitchell
Expert Reply:
The Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Basket, part # TH859XT, is an attachment for roof bars that are attached to the car. They do not require any additional drilling to assemble.
If you do not have raised side rails, I recommend the Thule WingBar kit, consisting of
- 47 inch WingBars, part # TH711200 in silver or # TH711220 in black
- Podium Roof Mount Feet, part # TH460R
- Thule Fit Kit, part # THKIT3068
If you do have raised side rails, I recommend the same WingBars except you need the Evo raised rail feet, part # TH710401, instead of the feet and fit kit.
I've included a review of the cargo basket on a 2013 Subaru Outback Wagon so you can get an idea of what the finished product looks like.
After installing the roof kit, you can then install the cargo basket.
I recommend also obtaining a tube of Loctite Gasket Maker, part # LT37467 to seal the two pieces of the cargo basket together and prevent internal rust from forming inside the bars.
Products Referenced in This Question
Loctite RTV 598 High-Performance Silicone Gasket Maker - Black - 2.7-Fl Oz Tube
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Sealant
- Gasket Maker
- 2.7 oz
- Loctite
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Rapid Podium Feet for Thule Crossbars - Fixed Point - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 47" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 47 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 47" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 47 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
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Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket - Steel - 49" x 40" x 6" - 150 lbs
- Roof Basket
- Cargo Basket
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Steel
- Medium Capacity
- Black
- Thule
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