Replacement Rubber Strip for Thule Rapid Aero Crossbars

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I have an older set of the aero bars, but I dont know the model number. The top channel gap is 1cm wide. Will this rubber strip fit? It sound like it is a good way to cut down the wind noise.

asked by: Andrew T

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If the Thule bars that you have pre-date the new AeroBlade bars then you would use a different rubber strip, # TH853354407. The strip serves the same purpose its just that this one was designed to fit the previous generation of Aero bars (called Rapid Aero).

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

On your Porsche Macan you have the Thule Rapid Aero cross bars. The replacement Rubber Top Channel Strip is #852-5402-005 in 59 inches, #TH853354407 in 53 inches, and #TH853354406 in 47 inches.

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Answer 2

You'll be able to use almost any replacement strip as they are almost always fit for a 3/8 inch channel. I specifically recommend the Thule Replacement Channel Cover 59 inch, part #852-5402-005 or the Rhino Rack Vortex 15-3/4, part #RRM626. These…

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Answer 3

You are correct that the WingBar Evo has the dual rubber strip QuickAccess system but that the older AeroBlade crossbars had a single rubber piece. Thule would have recommended the 53" bars for your 2013 Toyota Prius so for a full length rubber…

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Answer 4

I may have a solution for you but if you have the Model 3 roof rack by Tesla on your 2020 Tesla Model 3, then we do not have a channel cover specifically designed to fit your roof rack. If the opening in your roof rack is open then it will cause some…

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Answer 5

For the replacement top strip for your Thule Aeroblade bars you would want the part #852-5402-005, or if you need the bottom strip #852-4498-001.

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Answer 6

First, we need to determine which Thule aero bars you have. The older bars were called Rapid Aero bars and were more symmetrical. The new bars are called AeroBlade bars and look more like a wing. I have included a 3/4 profile picture of the AeroBlade…

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Answer 7

The part you referenced 127194TB is a double-lip seal with an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches. The available seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a double-lip seal sold as a…

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Answer 8

A TCM double-lip grease seal number 127194 has an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches according to my research. The available grease seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a…

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Answer 9

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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Answer 10

The length of wire desired depends on your vehicle connection and your personal preference. You want enough slack for turning, but not so much for dragging as you mentioned. A little extra slack isn't a problem and not enough could lead to stress…

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Answer 11

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Answer 12

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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