Roof Cargo Box Recommendation for a 2007 Subaru Outback Wagon

Question:

Hi, I have a 2007 Outback Wagon 2.5i. I wanted to know if the pulse xl would interfere with my hatch opening or not. I checked the clearance guide and from the middle of my front crossbar to the back of my hatch is 46 7/16inch and the guide says the front clearance needs to be 46 3/8. So I was wondering if anyone else has had this on their car and if that 16th of an inch would screw up everything or not.

asked by: Iesha

Expert Reply:

That is really close, almost too close to call honestly. It might be worth remeasuring since a 1/16 of an inch can be hard to determine when measuring such a long distance.

If your measurement is correct the Thule Pulse part # TH615 that you referenced most likely would just lightly touch your hatch when it is open. That might be too much contact for you so the smaller Pulse part # TH614 might be a better option. This one requires 42-5/8 inches to clear the hatch so it might be your best option.

expert reply by: Jameson C