Can Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier be Used on 2016 Town and Country with Factory Roof Rack
Question:
Is there a way to attach Hullator to Town and Country’s factory rack aero-like crossbars?
asked by: Tom
Expert Reply:
I do have a solution for you, however the Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier # TH898 referenced in your question is not compatible with the factory roof rack on your 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The vehicle's crossbars and roof simply do not have the needed weight capacity to support this particular system. I confirmed this with Thule.
I instead recommend taking a look at the Yakima Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # Y04083-04082. This system includes 2 padded pivoting rollers that will allow you to easily load a kayak from the rear and then push it the rest of the way up towards the 2 flexible saddles. Load straps and bow/sten tie-downs are also included to secure the kayak into place.
I have attached a short video demonstration on this system so you can see exactly how it works.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
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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