How To Mount A Kayak On a 2018 Toyota 4Runner With a Baja G5 Utility Rack
Question:
I currently have a baja rack G5 utility rack no sunroof on my 4Runner. I want to install the Thule Hullavator but my current rack does not line up with the Hullavator. What would you recommend I purchase to make these two items work together? So far all Ive found is I need to buy yet another rack from Thule.
asked by: Kat
Expert Reply:
I do have an option for you but I really don't see a way for you to use the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part # TH898 on your 2018 Toyota 4Runner unless you were to remove the Baja G5 Utility Rack and install a set of crossbars like the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part # MPG216.
If you want to keep your Baja G5 Utility Rack then I recommend using the Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist part # MPG114MD-351XL instead. In order to use this you would most likely need to obtain the Baja Rack Crossbars or Baja Rack Accessory Mounts.
Products Referenced in This Question
Malone DownLoader Kayak Roof Rack w/ Lift Assist and Tie-Downs - J-Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Malone
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Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver
- Roof Rack
- Complete Roof Systems
- Aero Bars
- 58 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Malone
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Thule
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