Will Thule Roof Rack Fit Around My RollBar Speakers on Jeep Wrangler?

Question:

I have a question regarding the Thule Rapid crossroads. Will it clear the rollbar speakers on the rear of a 2 door JK? 09 Jeep Wrangler 2 door JK X

asked by: Tony

Expert Reply:

It depends on how much clearance you have on your roll bar behind your speakers as well as how much crossbar spread you need.

With your roof rack system consisting of parts # TH711420, # TH710401, you can measure your Jeep to see if you have enough clearance. On your roll bar by your rear, is there at least 4" of roll bar length behind your speakers before it dips downwards? If yes, that's where the towers for the rear crossbar will mount.

Note where the rear tower will be installed. There needs to be at least 27" from the center of that rear crossbar to the center of the front crossbar. That's the crossbar spread.

Another thing I recommend is to get this roof rack system with the newer Evo Raised Rail Feet instead. You will need part numbers # TH711420, # TH710401. The Rapid Crossroads are the older design before Thule introduced their Evo products. If you're getting a new system, I recommend going with the newest designs while you're at it.