Can I Use the Thule Hullavator # TH898 with the Yakima JetStream Crossbars and Lock Cores?

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Thanks Bob. From dead center of the tower to the end of the cross bar is 6”. From the outside edge of the tower to the edge of the crossbar is 4”. Will that work? I could also shift the bar a little right?

asked by: Scott

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I just went ahead and looked up your orders and confirmed that you recently ordered the Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores (QTY 4) # Y07204, the Yakima TimberLine Towers # Y33TR, and the 50" JetStream Crossbars # Y00425. The lock cores that you purchased install into the TimberLine towers and not into the end caps of the JetStream crossbars themselves. With that being said, the Thule Hullavator # Y00425 is compatible with the JetStream crossbars.

It is important to note, though, that depending on your vehicle, you need to make sure that you have the required 4-8 inches of crossbar overhang past the towers of your roof rack. This is required in order for the Hullavator to function properly. With that being said, I recommend measuring your current crossbars to make sure that you have 4-8 inches of crossbar overhang past the towers. I went ahead and attached a screenshot of this measurement for your convenience.

If you find you need more overhang, you can always upgrade to the 60" JetStream Bars # Y00426 with no issue. However, it is important to make sure that these bars do not extend past your side mirrors. Doing so can not only be illegal in some states; it is also potentially extremely dangerous.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Required Crossbar Length Past Feet for the Thule Hullavator # TH898
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Scott

1/1/0001

Thanks Bob. From dead center of the tower to the end of the cross bar is 6”. From the outside edge of the tower to the edge of the crossbar is 4”. Will that work? I could also shift the bar a little right?

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Bob C.

5/26/2022

In order to know if you have the required 4 inches of space past the feet, you need to measure the crossbar length after the far outside edge of the tower as opposed to the center of the tower. This is because the Hullavator may interfere with the side of your vehicle when in the down position. Technically, you could shift the bar slightly as needed, although this creates more off-center balance on the rack. If you have something installed on the other side, this can help even out the slightly-shifted bar.

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Answer 1

The Thule Hullavator part #TH898 takes up approximately 28.5 inches of cross bar space so you would need at least 57 inch bars, therefore the 65 inch bar you mentioned will work. Keep in mind that the Hullavator requires 4-8 inches of cross bar…

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Answer 2

The Thule Hullavator #TH898 will fit on the Yakima Jetstream bars without any issues and I do recommend going with the 60" bars just to ensure that you've got the needed clearance to use the Hullavator's lift assist system. If you've…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

Your crossbars will need to be at least 60 inches in length in order to carry a pair of the Hullavators, which are the following part number: - Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs #TH898 I also highly recommend adding…

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Answer 5

I may have a solution for you, but your 53" bars are not going to be sufficient for this task. The Thule Hullavator #TH898 requires 28.5" of usable bar space with 4"-8" outside of the rails/towers, in order to function properly;…

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Answer 9

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