How To Carry a Kayak with Load Assist On a 2018 Toyota 4Runner with Baja G5 Utility Rack
Question:
Hello, I sent out this question before but cant find the email response. I purchased a Thule Hullavator and wanted to find a way to attach it to my rack Baja Rack 4Runner G5 Utility flat rack without sunroof. I own a 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro. I remember the response said that basically my Thule purchase was a waste because theres no way to attach it to my rack which was a HUGE bummer for me. What other possibility do I have as I kayak solo a lot and need some type of assist kayak rack for my vehicle. Thank you.
asked by: Kat
Expert Reply:
I do have an option for you but I concur that there is indeed no real way to attach the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part # TH898 on your 2018 Toyota 4Runner unless you were to remove the Baja G5 Utility Rack and install a set of crossbars like the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part # MPG216. The issue with the Baja G5 Utility Rack is that the Thule Hullavator requires a crossbar overhang which is not possible with the Baja G5 Utility Rack.
If you want to keep your Baja G5 Utility Rack then I recommend using the Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist part # MPG114MD-351XL instead. In order to use this you would most likely need to obtain the Baja Rack Crossbars or Baja Rack Accessory Mounts.
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Malone DownLoader Kayak Roof Rack w/ Lift Assist and Tie-Downs - J-Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
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- J-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Malone
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Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver
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- Complete Roof Systems
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
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- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
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