Best Cross Bars To Use With Thule Hullavator on 2016 Subaru Forester
Question:
What loadbar should I buy to install a Thule Hullavator on my 2016 Subaru forester. I have factory installed side bars but need the appropriate crossbars for this product.
asked by: Maureen G
Expert Reply:
The best crossbars for your 2016 Subaru Forester that will allow you to use the Thule Hullavator # TH898 are going to be the 53" Thule Wingbar Evo which come in 2 colors- # TH711400 (silver/aluminum bars) or # TH711420 (black bars). In order to mount these bars to your existing side rails on your Forester, you'll need the Thule Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars # TH710401 . These bars will provide you with all of the crossbar space and support you'll need to safely carry your kayak using the Hullavator. Since the footpack and Hullavator come equipped with spaces for lock cores, I recommend adding a Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinder set # TH450400 , which comes with 4 lock cores (you'll need 3) to keep your roof rack and Hullavator secure while you're on the rivers/lakes.
I've included a video that shows how these feet and bars will install on your Forester as well as the informational video on the Hullavator.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- 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 - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
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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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