Recommended Roof Rack and Cargo Carrier for 2013 Toyota Corolla  

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For your 2013 Toyota Corolla, I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA118B-2, the 2500 Series Legs # RRRLKVA, and the Custom DK Fit Kit # DK152. This is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. I also recommend the metal lock cores # RRVA-LEC4 for when you use the T-channel mounting for accessories that have that mount that fits in the slot on top of your crossbars instead of wrapping around them.

Then for your rooftop cargo carrier, I recommend the Thule Force XT Rooftop Cargo Box - 22 cu ft # TH6359B. I've attached a video of this installation that also gives you some of the features. This is a very durable box that will give you plenty of cargo space and is easy to use with access from both sides of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Ben

7/19/2018

Thanks for the reply. The Thule is beyond my price range, I was hoping to keep the entire purchase under $750. Can you tell me the major differences between this Thule and the Cartop Cargo Box 18 cu ft? Also, could a cargo bag be an affordable alternative?

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Jason S.

7/19/2018

There are more economical options that will work well for your 2013 Toyota Corolla. I recommend the SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack for Naked Roofs - Square Crossbars - Steel - 50" Long # SR1002. Then you can use the SportRack Horizon Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Black # SR7016. This box weighs 43 lbs giving you a load capacity of 67 lbs on your roof based on the vehicle roof capacity rating of 110 lbs.

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Ben

8/1/2018

Jason, is the Cartop Cargo 18cuft too big for my car?

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Jason S.

8/1/2018

The Car Top Cargo Rooftop Cargo Box CTC-18S will work for your system. It has external dimensions of 56-1/2" long x 38-3/4" wide x 19" tall and the crossbar spread can be anywhere from 22 inches minimum to 31 inches maximum. Drilling is required and it installs with U-bolts and hand knobs. It will be a great choice for you...sorry I missed that in your previous question.

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Ben

8/2/2018

Thanks Jason. When you say drilling is required, can you be more specific? What will I be drilling into? I don't see that detail in the spec online.

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Jason S.

8/2/2018

The drilling required is in the bottom of the Car Top Cargo Rooftop Cargo Box # CTC-18S where the U-bolts attach to the carrier. This ensures the correct fit for your crossbars so it is drilling 8 holes in the carrier base for attachment. Then you can use Loctite RTV 598 High-Performance Silicone Gasket Maker # LT37467 to seal any additional holes to keep your carrier water tight. This is not uncommon for roof boxes that don't have the adjustable mounts.

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