Roof Rack Recommendation for Fit of a Thule Hullavator on a 2011 Lexus RX350

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I have a 2011 Lexus rx350. It only has the side bars what do I need to purchase in addition to the Thule hullavator

asked by: Dee N

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Expert Reply:

You are going to first need a roof rack system that will give you cross bars that will run from side to side of your vehicle roof. To see the roof rack I recommend check out the link I provided.

Once you install the rack you will be able to install the Thule Hullavator # TH898 on your 2011 Lexus RX350.

This carrier has a capacity of 75 lbs, you will need to check your owners manual to determine the roof capacity of your vehicle and be sure not to exceed either figure.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

We went ahead and reached out to Thule, and they confirmed that while they do not have an exact measurement, the cradles of the Thule Hullavator #TH898 drop down about 36 inches from the top of the crossbar. With this factored into your current…

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Answer 2

The Thule Hullavator part #TH898 is designed to fit aftermarket crossbars that are square, round and aero in shape. What you will need to do is click the link I attached that will take you to a page that has all of the roof rack options we have for…

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Answer 3

The Thule Hullavator #TH898 requires a set of aftermarket crossbars that extend past the feet of the rack 4 to 8 inches. I tried to find a roof rack for your 2017 Inifiniti Q60 that would work or find info on the factory rack but could not find…

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Answer 4

The Thule Hullavator part #TH898 is an assisted-load kayak carrier that allows you to load the kayak at a lower height and then push the carrier and kayak up onto the roof. It's a great solution, but you need to have an aftermarket roof…

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Answer 5

Actually the Thule Hullavator #TH898 that you referenced has a 75 lb capacity so it should work well to carry your P and H Kayak that weighs 49 lbs. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out also.

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Answer 6

You will actually just use the square nuts that come with the Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 to mount it on your Yakima JetStream bars (see attached photo). I have attached the installation instructions for you to reference for the installation as…

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Answer 7

Thule recommend you have at least 4 to 8 inches of bar on the outside of the feet of the rack for the Hullavator part #TH898 to clear the side of the vehicle. Ideally when folded down you want at least 4 inches between the rack and the door of your…

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Answer 8

I spoke to my contact at Thule and she informed me that when the Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier part #TH898 that you referenced is extended down for kayak loading it will be 40 inches lower than the top of the roof rack crossbars. So that means if…

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Answer 9

We don't have a video that shows the Thule Hullavator #TH898 being installed on a set of Thule Aeroblade crossbars but I can describe to you the process. I also attached pictures that I took from the install instructions that show how it attaches…

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Answer 10

The correct weight of the Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 is 39.7 pounds The weight capacity of a roof rack will limit how much can be carried on it for sure. As will the weight capacity of the vehicle's roof which is often less than the rack and the…

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Answer 11

Due to the shape of most kayaks tapering in width on the front and back and the fact that where the Thule Hullavator part #TH898 grabs the kayak is typically at a much narrower width than the widest point of the kayak Thule states that this carrier…

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Answer 12

There is not a general restriction from Thule that says two Hullavator Kayak Carriers #TH898 can't be used on a Thule roof rack. As long as the crossbars on your Ford Escape have the required length for two sets and a sufficient weight capacity…

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