Recommended Roof Rack To Carry A Thule Hullavator On A 2018 Ford Escape
Question:
Im looking to purchase the thule hullavator for my 2018 ford escape. The roof has the factory side bars. I will need the crossbars and required feet to attach them, along with the hullavators. How do I know what length and kind of crossbars I need? Thank you!
asked by: Lisa M
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs - Side Loading, part # TH898, requires between 4" and 8" of crossbar extension beyond the tower, foot , or leg. It also needs, at minimum, 24" of crossbar spread. I recommend going with the Thule roof rack because it has a maximum weight capacity of 165 lbs. My roof rack recommendation will consist of the following parts:
Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 60" Long - Qty 2, part # TH711520
Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4, part # TH710401
Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4, part # TH450400
I included the 60' crossbars because that guarantees you will have between the 4" and 8" of needed space. This roof rack has a maximum weight limit of 165 lbs.
I have included product description links, a video of this rack being installed on a 2018 Ford Escape, a video review of the Hullavator, and a diagram that shows how much room you will need to install a Thule Hullavator below.
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
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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 - Black - 60" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 60 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
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- 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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