Can Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier and Square Bar Roof Rack Work on 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan
Question:
Can I install the Thule roof rack and Hullivator on a 2016 Grand Caravan and safely carrier a 16foot long kayak on them? I see Thule does have the kit, but cross bars would only be 27.5inch apart, not sure if this is enough space between the Hullivators to safely support kayak. There currently is no factory installed roof rack on the caravan. I havent bought the Grand Caravan yet, as this is a determining factor.
asked by: Bob B
Expert Reply:
I spoke with my contact at Thule and he stated that the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist # TH898 referenced in your question is not compatible with the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. This is simply because the weight capacity of the Grand Caravan along with a roof rack is not sufficient to support the Hullavator.
I instead recommend looking at the Yakima Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # Y04083-04082. This system is a bit different than the Hullavator but it does also offer some load assistance. Its two padded, pivoting rollers will allow the kayak to be loaded in from the rear and then slid up the vehicle's roof the rest of the way. The carrier is compatible with the Thule Square Bar Roof Rack you mentioned for your vehicle, which consists of parts # TH712400, # TH710501 and # TH145029.
I have attached a demonstration video for the Yakima Kayak Carrier System that you can check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Fit Kit for Thule Evo Clamp and Edge Clamp Roof Rack Feet - 5029
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Thule
more information >
Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars - Steel - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
more information >
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 >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Yakima Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style w/ Rollers - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Yakima
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Q&A: Will the Thule Hullavator Work with Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars
- Shop: Replacement Underbar Bracket for Thule Hullavator
- Shop: Replacement Round Nut for Thule Carriers
- Shop: Replacement M6 Washer for Thule Roof Mounted, Hitch Mounted and Truck Bed Mounted Accessories
- Shop: Replacement M6 x 22 Carriage Bolt for Thule Goalpost Hitch Mounted Load Bar
- Shop: Replacement Aeroblade Shim for Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier - Qty 1
- Shop: Replacement Bar Mount Assembly for Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist - Qty 1
- Q&A: Mounting Hardware Only for Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier
- Q&A: Roof Rack Parts Needed to Install Thule Hullavator TH898 Kayak Carrier on 2010 Subaru Outback
- Q&A: Replacement Track Nut and Bolt for Mounting Thule Hullavator
- Video: Review of Thule Watersport Carrier Parts - Replacement Aeroblade Adapter for Hullavator - TH56JV
- Search Results: rhino rack adaptors
- Video: Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist Review
- Shop: Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2
- Q&A: Which Folding Kayak Carrier Will Fit The Thule Wingbar Evo Crossbars?
- Q&A: Installation Process for the Thule Hullavator 898 on Thule Evo Wing Bars
- Search Results: thule hullavator
- Q&A: Can I Attach A Thule Hullavator Pro To My 2012 Nissan Murano With A Factory Rack
- Video: Yakima Saddle Style Kayak Carrier Review
- Article: How to Strap a Kayak to a Roof Rack in 4 Steps (With Pictures)
- Video: Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist with Tie-Downs Review
- Video: Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist with Tie-Downs Review - 2021 Audi Q7
- Search Results: roof rack
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: Rhino-Rack ROC25 Naked Roof Roof Rack Review
- Article: Rooftop Cargo Carriers
on Watersport Carriers
