Expert Answers about Roof Bike Racks
- Kuat Trio on Thule AeroBlade Bars Does Not Clear Spoiler/Open Hatch on 2016 Ford Focus ST
- We can't have that happening! Let's see what we can do. Roof bike racks such as the Kuat Trio # RU01 are designed to fit roof racks and not specific vehicles. Even if the rack was not touching the spoiler on your 2016 Ford Focus ST with the hatch open the rear bike tire most likely would have.
How close is the rack from being able to clear the spoiler? If it just barely touches then it would be permissible to move all 4 of the roof rack feet forward a hair so that it doesn't touch. But...
view full answer... - Longer T-Bolts For The Thule UpRide Roof Mounted Bike Rack
- Your Thule UpRide Roof Bike Rack - Wheel Mount # TH599000 uses a M6x35mm T-bolt # TH33RV.
If your bolt is too short, you could use the longer Replacement 65 mm T-Track Screw for Thule ProRide XT and UpRide Roof-Mounted Bike Racks # TH86VW.
This bolt measures 65mm long and would provide much more length for your Thule UpRide to be able to mount to your 2022 Subaru Forester.
You'll also want to make sure the T-bolts are properly situated in the tracks on your roof rack, and that the barrel...
view full answer... - 9MM Quick Skewer Not Long Enough for Bike Fork
- I spoke to Thule about the issue you are having with the Thule TopRide Roof Bike Rack for 1 Bike part # TH75JV and they informed me that you should try using the quick skewer that comes with the rack. If the fork spread is more than 21mm then you'd want to use the plastic inserts for a 9mm quick skewer axle. If this is still not wide enough for the form spread of your bike, the rack is not compatible. In which case, I'd recommend the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack part # TH598004.
view full answer... - Replacing A Rola Sport Roof Rack On My 2011 Hyundai Elantra
- I can help you find a roof rack to replace your Rola roof rack on your 2011 Hyundai Elantra. My recommendation is our Rhino-Rack option. This roof rack will consist of the following items;
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 49" Long - Qty 2, part # RRVA126B-2,
Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4, part # RRRLKVA,
Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof, part # DK301.
This...
view full answer... - 2017 Kia Sedona Roof Rack Availability
- I wish we had something but if you are positive you have a totally naked roof on your 2017 Kia Sedona we won't have a roof rack for it. If you did have the rails the Rhino Rack kit part # RRVA137S-2 and # RRSX023 would be what you'd need.
view full answer... - SportRack Roof Rack Feet Wont Sit Flat on 1995 BMW 525i
- In order for the roof rack to fit correctly, the feet need to be located in a very specific spot on the vehicle's roof. The feet on each bar need to be spaced according the instructions, and the bar spread needs to be correct also. I've made you a diagram showing what those settings should be. I've also added two of your photos as an example. In photo 1, you can see that the edge of the pad furthest from the side of the vehicle is lifted a bit from the roof, which means that the foot needs...
view full answer... - Method to Reduce Wind Noise from Roof Rack on 2014 Mazda 3
- Roof rack crossbars do generate noise and some make more noise than others. Round and square bar roof racks tend to be the noisiest and elliptical and aerodynamic bars tend to make less noise. No roof rack will be particularly quiet when you have your sunroof open. That is just the nature of the beast.
You can sometimes reduce the noise level of a roof rack by adding a fairing to the front bar, such as Inno's # INA262. These usually help the noisier round and square bar roof racks like...
view full answer... - Roof Rack Leaks Water And Is Very Noisy On 2013 Ford F-150 SuperCrew Truck
- It is really unusual to hear that there are water leaks when the roof rack has been properly installed on the truck. You may want to check the measurements again to make sure they are installed in the correct location on the roof of the vehicle and attached correctly to the seam above the door.
Concerning the noise, we have a fairing that helps reduce the noise quite a lot. It is part # TH22WV. This fairing is 52 inches long and easily attaches to the front crossbar of the roof rack and...
view full answer... - Solution for Noisy Roof Rack
- Roof racks can be a bit noisy but if you install a fairing the noise will be greatly reduced. To pick out a fairing you need to measure the distance between the feet of the roof rack and go with one that fits the best between them.
Below are the available sizes we offer that are for Thule bars and can fit other crossbars due to their universal design: # TH62WV for a 32 inch fairing, # TH72WV for a 38 inch fairing, # TH82WV for a 44 inch fairing, # TH22WV for a 52 inch fairing.
view full answer... - Does Rhino Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier part # RR570 Fit Square Cross Bars
- The Rhino Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier part # RR570 is compatible with square Rhino Rack bars like you have.
view full answer... - Can Ski/Snowboard Carriers Fit On Malone Roof AirFlow2 Roof Rack MPG216
- The crossbars of the Malone AirFlow2 roof rack part # MPG216 are compatible with basically all standard ski/snowboard carriers that are out currently. The bar shape of this kit is very standard which allows most racks to fit around the bars and also the bars have channels on the top of the bars which allows the carriers with that style of attachment to fit too.
A really popular snowboard carrier that would fit well on this rack is the Thule SnowPack part # TH7324 which would allow you...
view full answer... - Noisy Thule Roof Rack
- In order to preserve your sanity, I'd recommend using a roof rack fairing like the Thule AirScreen Fairing, # TH72WV. The fairing will significantly reduce the wind noise you're currently hearing.
view full answer... - Why Does My Roof Rack Keep Falling Off My 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?
- Usually when the clamps on a roof rack like your SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack for Naked Roofs # SR1002 won't stay in place, or keeps falling out, that is an indicator that the clamps are in the wrong position, or when you're tightening one side all at once, as oppose to alternating sides.
I recommend that you verify that you have the clamps in the correct position, and try alternating the tightening from one side to the other, as well as ensuring that the clamps are extremely tight...
view full answer... - Reducing Noise from a Rhino Rack XTray Roof Rack
- The shape of a roof basket like the XTray, part # RMCB01 can make it very loud when travelling, but there are a few things you can do to help it be a little quieter as you're travelling.
The first option is to simply remove the roof basket and store it when not in use. This will save the basket from any unnessary damage, but risks it not being available when you want it, or having the style you want for your vehicle.
The next option is to replace your vortex strips, part # RRM626 ....
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Wind Noise Created by Sportrack Roof Rack on 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
- Wind noise is pretty normal with the installation of a roof rack, but what you can do is install a fairing like part # RRRF2 and the wind noise will be greatly reduced.
Fairings are designed to direct the air over the rack to prevent the noise.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Fitment of Rhino-Rack Universal Load Assist on 2010 Toyota RAV4 w/Factory Roof Rack
- To get the Rhino-Rack Load Assist # RR-RUSL to mount properly on your RAV4, you will need to install a crossbar that sits above the factory installed rail like the Thule SquareBar system made up of the load bars # TH712400 and Evo raised rail feet # TH710401.
The Thule SquareBar application is one of many that the Rhino-Rack Load Assist is confirmed to fit onto.
I have linked the above recommended roof rack as well as the other confirmed to fit your vehicle for your convenience.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Thule Roof Rack with Free-Spinning Knob That Will Not Adjust
- In order to stop the roof rack knobs from free-spinning so that you can adjust the roof rack, you will want to install new lock cores or use the Thule Replacement Lock Plug # 853-6395 that you referenced. I spoke with my contact at Thule and he confirmed that using the plug or installing new cores will allow you to adjust the knob for your roof rack.
If you would like to install lock cores you can use # TH450200.
I have attached a video showing the installation of a lock core in a roof...
view full answer... - Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier Options for 2011 Toyota Sienna Base Model Without Siderails
- For your 2011 Toyota Sienna without siderails, the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long # 298-SX6000B is a great option. It uses vacuum mounts that each have a 210 lbs pull strength rating. Then you can use the SUP and Surfboard Pads for SeaSucker Monkey Bars - 19-1/2" Long - Qty 2 # 298-SA1022 along with the Cam Buckle Tie-Down Straps for SeaSucker Monkey Bars - 1" Wide x 10' Long - Qty 2 # 298-SA0010. This is a very strong system able to handle highway speeds...
view full answer... - Trunk Mount Bike Rack, Trailer Hitch, and Hitch Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2016 Toyota RAV4
- You do not want to put any stress or weight on that spoiler at the back of your 2016 Toyota RAV4. I definitely recommend a hitch.
To carry 4 bikes, I recommend trailer hitch # e98864. Then you could use a 4-bike rack such as the Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR or the budget-friendly Curt # C18030. A hitch mount bike rack also keeps the bikes and the rack off of the vehicle unlike a trunk mount rack. I have linked some videos of the bike racks and hitch for you.
If you will be carrying any...
view full answer... - Is the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes a Durable Bike Rack
- The Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes # TH903202 is a well constructed platform bike rack made especially for electric bikes like you are looking to purchase. It is made of an aluminum and ABS construction that is durable and rustproof.
The EasyFold XT's dual arms are detachable so you can reposition them anywhere along the upright tube to fit bikes of any frame style. The clamps have built-in Road Dampening Technology (RDT) pads to grab your bikes by the top tubes or downtubes...
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