Recommended Roof Rack for Two Hullavators on a 2019 BMW X5
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:
We have just what you need to set up your 2019 BMW X5 to haul two Hullavators item # TH898. Since you have flush mounted rails from the factory. All you will need is the Rhino-Rack SRB Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars item # RRSX026.
To get the required clearance you need for the Hullavator's lift assist function to work you will need the 65" Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars item # RRVA165B-2. These are 11" longer than the recommended crossbars for your X5 so you will be able to split that distance between your legs and have plenty of space on either side.
The 65" crossbars will also allow you enough room to mount two Huallavtors item # TH898. You need a minimum of 57" to mount two.
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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
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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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