Recommended Kayak Carrier With Load Assist To Mount 2 Kayaks On A 2018 Toyota 4Runner

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Can the Thule Hullavator be Used to Carry 2 Kayaks on a 2018 Toyota 4Runner. i have 2 Crescent Ultralites 49lbs each?

asked by: Atomic V

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Expert Reply:

I checked the owner's manual for the 2018 Toyota 4Runner and it states that you should not exceed 120lbs on the roof rack. Since the Thule Hullavator weighs 40lbs each and your kayaks weigh 49lbs each, you are looking at around 180lbs total which is too much.

Instead, I recommend going with Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier and TelosXL Load Assist # MPG114MD-351XL. Then for your second kayak you will need to add another Malone Downloader Carrier # MPG114MD. This setup will allow you to easily load both kayaks onto your roof rack with the included load assist. Also, this route is much more affordable compared to using two of the Thule Hullavators. I attached a demonstration video for you.

expert reply by: Andrew N

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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