Expert Answers about Car Roof Bag

• Can the Rightline Cargo Bag RL100S30 Be Locked to Secure its Contents
• Fabric-type cargo carriers like this generally do not include locks since a determined thief would just cut open the bag. However, we do offer locking rooftop cargo carriers, the tough ABS plastic box type like Thule's Pulse Large Locking Cargo Box # TH615. The Pulse includes oversize locks, offers a 16-cubic-foot (110-lb) cargo capacity and fits on just about all roof rack crossbars, including most factory-installed car roof racks. If you want to tell me your car's year/make/model/version...
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• Can Rooftop Cargo Bags Be Used For Suitcases
• Rooftop cargo bags are great for keeping your cargo dry and clean, including suitcases. I have included a link to all of our cargo bags for you. Dimensions of the bags will be listed on the product page. Some of the bags are designed to be used on a bare roof while others mount to roof racks or baskets. You can use the filters on the page to narrow down the search to the application that is right for you. One of my favorites is the Rightline Sport 3 XL Rooftop Cargo Bag, # RL100S30, which...
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• Are the Thule Cargo Boxes Water Tight to Prevent Water from Leaking Out
• Most rooftop cargo boxes are not water tight. There are small voids in the floor of the cargo box around the mounting clamps. The Thule Pulse cargo boxes like part # TH614 that you referenced does have rubber strips around the openings, but small voids are still present. One pleasant feature of the Pulse cargo boxes is that the center of the cargo box is raised. This will allow water to pool in the lower sections toward the front and rear. There are no holes in the lower sections. I made...
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• Will Rightline Jr. Cargo Bag # RL100S50 Dent a 2012 Honda Civic With a Naked Roof
• The Rightline Sport Jr Rooftop Cargo Bag # RL100S50 does not have a rigid bottom and should not dent the roof of your 2012 Honda Civic providing the following precautions are followed - check your owners manual for the amount of weight your vehicles roof can hold and do not load your cargo bag heavier than your owners manual recommends. Rightline does offer a Non-Skid Roof Protection Pad # RL100650 that can be cut to fit either the roof of your vehicle or the diameter of the cargo bag...
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• Cargo Bag Options For 2008 BMW X3 With Moon Roof
• You will want to first check with your owners manual or with your dealership to find out what the roof weight capacity is for your 2008 BMW X3. With having a moon roof installed you may find that they recommend that nothing be placed on the roof surface or the moon roof of your vehicle. There are a couple of options for roof top carriers for you. If you find that your roof can handle some weight with the moon roof I recommend the Rightline Sport 2 Rooftop Cargo Bag, part # RL100S20. this...
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• Does Roof Mounted Cargo Bag Affect Gas Mileage
• When you place anything on the roof of your vehicle, like the Rightline Sport 3 XL Rooftop Cargo Bag, part # RL100S30 it will change the aerodynamics of the vehicle and, the fuel economy would be impacted. How much of a difference depends on several factors, such as weather, terrain, weight of cargo being carried by the vehicle, driving speed, etc. If you are planning on using a cargo bag on a naked roof, I recommend using a protective pad like the Non-Skid Roof Protection Pad, part #...
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• Will theThule Quest Roof Rack Storage Cargo Bag, TH846 Damage Paint on a 2005 Toyota Sienna
• I spoke with my contact at Thule and she stated that in the testing they have done, no paint was damaged on the test vehicles. She recommends that you do not overload the bag (stay within the capacity), and remove it when not in use. She continued by stating that in all of the years they have manufactured and sold the soft cargo bags, they have not received any complaints about paint damage or scratching. Before each use, be sure to clean the top of your van and the bottom of the bag to...
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• How to Minimize Wind Noise When Using Yakima Load Warrier Roof Cargo Basket Y07070
• Any object on the roof of a vehicle will make some wind noise at highway speed and this includes roof racks themselves, roof cargo baskets like the Yakima Load Warrior # Y07070 and even the more aerodynamic enclosed carriers like their RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box # Y07192. If its up there it'll make some noise. For most of us, it won't take too long on the highway to decide to roll up the windows. What you load into your cargo basket will tend to be what makes the most noise but...
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• Stacking Multiple Cargo Carrier Bags
• I would not suggest stacking cargo bags on top of one another on the roof of any vehicle. Motion and wind could cause items to shift in the bags and create an unstable condition. The extra wind resistance could also affect the handling of your vehicle, and reduce your gas mileage. You would also have to first consider the weight capacity of the roof of your vehicle by checking the owners manual or checking with the dealership. Even one fully loaded cargo bag could exceed the roof weight...
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• Luggage Capacity of Rightline Cargo Hatch Saddlebag for Vehicles with Roof Racks # RL100B90
• The Rightline 13-Cubic-Foot Cargo Hatch Saddlebag for Vehicles with Roof Racks, part # RL100B90, has a 100-lb capacity as you noted, but it is a good idea to check the owners manual for your vehicle to confirm what the roof rack weight limit is. This bag itself weight about 10-lbs. The total weight of the Rightline bag plus your loaded luggage must remain within the vehicle roof rack capacity. Also, your vehicle must have at least 40-inches of space between the tail lights in order to use...
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• Do Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs Retain Air Pressure On Bumpy Roads
• The air bags of the Firestone Rode-Rite Air helper Springs, part # F2071 will retain the air pressure you fill the air bags with. Installing a system like # F2071 helps keep the vehicle from bottoming out and helps improve steering when hauling a heavy load. Using an air suspension system will not increase the load carrying capacity of the vehicle.
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• Can A Car With A Roof Basket Be Taken Through A Car Wash?
• With all the nooks and crannies in a roof basket, like your Stallion # 288-09200, I strongly suggest not going through a mechanized car wash. However, there will be no issue going through a no touch style one as there is nothing that could get caught on the basket. If this is not an option though, you will need to remove the basket, unfortunately. If you cannot get enough purchase on the knobs to loosen them, you might try using a crescent wrench. This sounds weird, but it may allow you...
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• Is The Air Lift WirelessONE Air Compressor System Able To Go Through a Car Wash?
• The Air Lift WirelessONE Compressor System # AL25980 is designed to be able to withstand occasional contact with water but should not be in an area that will receive a lot of water exposure. If it is in an area where any jets from the car wash could directly hit then this will increase the risk of it becoming damaged from water. If unsure you can always place a plastic bag over the compressor while going through the car wash to ensure water does not get into the compressor.
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• Is etrailer Cargo Bag With Mounting Straps Totally Waterproof
• That's a good question and the "Water-Resistant" description of the etrailer Cargo Bag with Mounting Straps # e98990 means that it is fully resistant to the elements so you can absolutely use it and drive through inclement weather like rain or snow without any issue at all - your gear will definitely stay dry. It isn't deemed "Waterproof" because that would mean you could submerge it completely in water and everything would stay dry. For example (and just for the sake of explanation) let's...
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• Will Roof Rack on 2021 Ford Escape w/ Flush Rails Allow Sunroof to Open
• Roof rack manufacturers all say not to open the sunroof on your 2021 Ford Escape with flush-mounted rails when using a roof rack, though it depends on how how high up the sunroof goes when open. The bottom of the rack will be approximately 3 inches from your panoramic sunroof so there may be interference. If not, or you're okay with that, the correct Thule roof rack fit for your '21 Escape with flush-mounted rails is the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Silver # TH711400 or...
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• U-Bolt Mounts of Curt C18115-117 Roof Cargo Basket are Too Long
• There's no reason why you can't shorten those U-bolts so they don't extend up into the basket. A hacksaw would work, but a rotary tool like a Dremel with a cut-off wheel would make a much cleaner cut and not mess up the threads. You can use a small file to clean up the threads after you've cut off the excess length. Another option would be to use some screw caps or protectors, which will be available at your local hardware store. These will slide onto the ends of the U-bolts, so they won't...
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• Do You Have Any Images of the Thule Motion XT # TH629506 with Bags and/or Luggage?
• I have a great solution for you. Even though we do not have pictures of bags/luggage inside the Thule Motion XT # TH629506, we do have the interior dimension to give you the definite measurements that you would be working with. The interior dimensions if the Thule Motion XT 16 are 84-1/2" long x 33" wide x 11-1/4" tall. With these measurements, I recommend measuring the cargo you wish to transport to make sure it would fit. In order to mount this cargo box on your vehicle, you will need...
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• Malone SteelTop Roof Rack for 2016 Nissan Rogue
• The Malone SteelTop roof rack will fit your 2016 Nissan Rogue. The SteelTop is available in these lengths: • 50 Inch, part # MPG201 • 58 Inch, part # MPG202 • 65 Inch, part # MPG203 I've linked to a video showing the SteelTop roof rack being installed on a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The procedure shown would be the same for your 2016 model.
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• How to Remove Thule Fit Clip from Evo Clamp Roof Rack Foot
• It's pretty easy to remove that clip. Hold the roof rack foot in one hand, with the outboard side of the foot facing you. Grasp the bottom of the metal foot clip and push down on it (so it would go toward the car if it was installed) while pulling the clip away from the roof rack foot. The clip will slide free of the foot.
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• Are There Replacement Bolts For KIT3131
• The bolts aren't available for replacement, at least individually and new aftermarket. Best I can offer is a new Fit Kit # THKIT3131.
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