Is Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack Adjustable on 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee w/ E Group Package
Question:
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, Thule Wingbar load bars not adjustable? I appear to have the E group rails setup from factory with chrome strip. I have a Thule cargo box and Thule aeroblade bars with podium kit #3142 that attach to vehicle. This appears to be a fixed setup, non adjustable. Is there another option for these E group rails so I can move the rear bar forward 3-4 inched to prevent tail gate from hitting Thule cargo box when tail gate is fully opened? Any insight would be helpful. Thanks!
asked by: Patrick
Expert Reply:
The E Group rails on your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee actually only offer fixed points for the Thule WingBar Evo roof rack like parts # TH711420, # TH460R, and fit Kit # THKIT3142.
Unfortunately if you have adjusted the feet of your Thule cargo box around (if that is possible) and it will not fit far enough forward enough for your rear hatch to open without making contact then you will need to either get a new box or use an alternative method.
If you're looking for a cost-effective option then I recommend the Rhino-Rack Basket # RMCB along with the Rightline Gear Sport 2 # RL100S20 to keep your gear off of your roof and have some protection from the elements.
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Rightline Gear Sport 2 Rooftop Cargo Bag - Waterproof - 15 cu ft - 44" x 36" x 19"
- Car Roof Bag
- Waterproof Material
- Naked Roof Mount
- Roof Basket Mount
- Roof Rack Mount
- Large Capacity
- Long Length
- Gray
- Rightline Gear
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Rhino-Rack Roof Mounted Steel Cargo Basket - 47" Long x 35" Wide - 165 lbs
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- Cargo Basket
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
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- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Steel
- Small Capacity
- Black
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Rapid Podium Feet for Thule Crossbars - Fixed Point - Qty 4
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2
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- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
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