Parts Needed to Use Telos XL Load Assist With Angled Yakima Kayak Carriers

Question:

Just bought an entegra ethos classB camper van. Thule roof racks are 9and1/2 ft off the ground. I have to have the angled carriers to clear the AC and WineGard on the roof.Been looking at your Telos XL Load Assist to get boat up there. I have 2 small ladders that will raise the base up @2ft. I have Yakima racks so Ill need the adaper kit. do you think thisll all work?

asked by: Steve G

Expert Reply:

From the information you provided it sounds like everything will work together. The Universal Roof Rack Adapter Kit for Malone Telos XL Load Assist # MAL95VR will adapt your Yakima racks to allow you to use the Telos XL Load Assist for Malone Kayak Carriers # MPG351XL.

The Telos XL Load Assist for Malone Kayak Carriers # MPG351XL extends up to 98-1/4" (approx. 8.2') which is short of the height that you would need, but it sounds like you have a plan in place for that. I would caution that it is always best to have the feet of the Telos XL Load Assist for Malone Kayak Carriers # MPG351XL on the ground because that is the support point for the load assist, but that will leave you short of the 9-1/2' that you need.

expert reply by: Scott S