Could Rivets be Used to Install Thule Top Track Roof Mount System # THTP42

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Will a standard rivet gun work to secure the mounting bolts to the vehicle. Thank you,

asked by: Mike

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Expert Reply:

Rivets might work to install the Thule Top Track Roof Mount System # THTP42 that you referenced but the best solution would be to use the included hardware which is flare nuts instead.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, the Replacement PlusNut Hardware Kit #Y8880039 that you referenced is an optional hardware kit for your Yakima 60" Tracks for Roof Racks #Y01135. This hardware kit is designed for use with sheet metal roof applications.

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Answer 2

You will be able to mount the tracks of the Yakima 42" Tracks for Roof Racks #Y01127 on your 1939 Ford Sedan and still be able to move the crossbars around in order to adjust the spacing during crossbar mounting. The tracks are made of a light…

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Answer 3

I went out to the warehouse and did some measuring to assist. The mounts will be 39-3/4 inches from outside to outside, so the 52 inch fairing #TH22WV will work for your application. I've attached a photo and video to further assist.

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Answer 4

Here's how to pick out the correct size fairing/windscreen for the roof rack on your 2021 Ram 1500. You'll need to measure the distance between the feet of the rack and then go with the length that best matches that dimension. We have the 44…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Rhino-Rack eyelets #S604 will fit the C-channel in the Thule tracks such as #THTP42.

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Answer 6

Yes, the tracks themselves recreate the factory C-shaped rack tracks. Thule Tracks #THTP42 and Yakima Tracks #Y01126 have the same C-channel design, but differ in length and how they mount to the vehicle. To use your SkyLine Towers #Y53TR with these…

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Answer 7

While there is no curvature built into the Thule Roof Mounted Top Rack System - 54" Long #THTP54, the tracks are pliable and will flex to match most roof styles upon installation. The length of compatible crossbars you need depend on the…

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Answer 8

The part #753-2149 that you referenced is part of a roof rack fit kit that fits into Thule roof rack tracks like the part #THTP54.

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Answer 9

Yes, the Yakima Landing Pad 1 part #Y00221 does fit the Thule tracks like part #THTP54 that you referenced.

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Answer 10

Yes you can absolutely install the Thule Top Track Roof Mount System #THTP42 with your 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. This system can also be installed on your own, the parts are very light weighing only 3-lbs for the pair so you shouldn't have any…

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Answer 11

Thanks for reaching out, Joe! I recommend using the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells #Y02-480B which comes with 63" long tracks as well as 54" long crossbars which should give you a little bit of overhang on your canopy. Per…

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Answer 12

Hello Cory. I can definitely point you in the right direction, but there is not a B&W Companion option that will fit into a round gooseneck ball hole. As you said, the B&W Companion hitch is only compatible with the B&W Turnoverball…

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