Is There Enough Space for the Thule Compass To Mount On a 2017 Ford Escape with Malone Roof Rack

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I have the Malone universal roof rack on a 2017 Ford escape, will this carriers clearance work between the roof of my car and the bottom of the crossbars?

asked by: Bobby J

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Expert Reply:

Yes, there is plenty of space underneath the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part # MPG216 installed on your 2017 Ford Escape in order to use the Thule Compass Kayak and SUP Carrier part # TH890000.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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