Recommended Roof Rack for a 2019 BMW X5 Using Two Hullavators
Question:
Hi, I am trying to outfit my 2019 BMW X5 with 2 sets of the Thule Hullavator knack racks. My current bars run front to back flush mounted. Can you tell me which and what size cross bars I would need to accommodate the 4 - 8 inches in overhang I would need Thank you
asked by: Joseph D
Expert Reply:
I would be happy to help you set up your 2019 BMW X5 with a roof rack. Since you have the flush mount rails you are going to want the following parts to mount a Thule Hullavator item # TH898.
Rhino-Rack SRB Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Flush Factory Side Rails item # RRSX026
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - 65" Black item # RRVA165B-2
The Hullavator item # TH898 takes up approximately 28-1/2" of cross bar space so you would need at least 57" bars. The 65" bars will give you plenty of room for two of them and the extra length on either side will allow them to fully function. The lift assist feature drops the kayaks down about 36". I have added an installation video at the bottom of this page so you can see how the crossbars are attached.
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Rhino-Rack SX Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Flush Factory Side Rails - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 65" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 65 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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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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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
more information >
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