Can Thule Hullavator Carry 75 lb Kayak On Rhino Rack Crossbars

Question

Question:

Will thinking on my Rhino rack? And will it lift a 75 pound kayak?

asked by: David J

0

Expert Reply:

The Thule Hullavator part # TH898 can be used with Rhino Rack crossbars as long as they are ones that extend out past the feet of the rack and not ones that are flush with the feet. This carrier also has a 75 lb capacity so it would work well in that regard as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Answer 1

The Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 takes up 28-1/2" of crossbar space so 2 of them will just fit as that would be 57" when combined together. While these will fit you'll also want to check the weight capacity as these weigh in at 39.7 lbs…

view full answer...

Answer 2

It looks like you are installing a Thule Hullavator part #TH898 in the slots of a crossbar/load bar and you are trying to figure out how the slot on top of the bar gets reinstalled. What you will need to do is decide where you want the rack on the…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Yes, the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part #TH898 will work with the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack either using the integrated channels or the wrap-around style clamps. However, the Hullavator requires that the crossbars extend at least 4"…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The minimum crossbar spread for the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs #TH898 is 24" - meaning from one point on the front crossbar to the same point on the crossbar has to measure at least 24" for the…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The best place to locate the Thule Hullavator part #TH898 on the crossbars of your 2021 Subaru Forester is going to be where it fully clears the side of your vehicle as it raises and lowers but is also as centered on the bars as it can be to help…

view full answer...

Answer 6

The Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier #TH898 will mount to almost all roof rack crossbar shapes, including round, square, aero, elliptical, and most factory crossbars. However, this carrier does require that you have 4 to 8-inches of crossbar that…

view full answer...

Answer 7

In order to use the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist part #TH898 on a 2022 Hyundai Tucson I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbar System composed of part #TH711320, part #TH710601, and part #TH28JQ. This system is one of the best…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Yes! For your 2016 Ram 2500 Crew Cab, the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs #TH898 will work great with the Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack. The kayak carrier will carry one kayak, and has a maximum carrying…

view full answer...

Answer 9

I have a great option for you to carry both a Hobie Mirage Outback Kayak and a Hobie Compass Kayak. In order to do so you will need to use a j-style carrier for the Compass and a saddle style carrier for the Mirage Outback. The reason for this is…

view full answer...

Answer 10

While we have a solution that will work, the weight of your Hobie Compass being 87 lbs will be too much for the capacity of the Yakima JayLow #Y04073 you mentioned. You'd want the Rhino Rack kayak carrier part #S510 instead which has a capacity…

view full answer...

Answer 11

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

view full answer...

Answer 12

I would love to help you upgrade the suspension on your Twilight 2800 travel trailer. The MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers #MR87ZR that you referenced are a great solution but we do need to double check a few things. First is that…

view full answer...