Foam Block Needed to Add Height to Crossbar for Carrying Kayak
Question:
Whats the height of the pad above the bar? My roof rack sits about 2-3 inch inches below my bed rack and my kayak hovers over the roof rack. Looking to add 3-4 inch inches to the roof rack bar height but didnt how tall the pad portion was. Thanks
asked by: Jason
Expert Reply:
The Rhino-Rack SUP and Surfboard Pads # RRRWP03 have a foam piece that is 42mm thick which is about 1.65" so these will be a little bit under what you're looking for.
For your application I recommend using something like the Malone Deluxe Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # MPG152 instead. These foam blocks measure 3" tall in the center of the block so they will give you the height you're needing.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Malone Deluxe Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs - Foam Block Style - 18" Long
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Foam Blocks
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Naked Roofs
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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Rhino-Rack Crossbar Pads w/ Tie-Downs - Universal - 21-1/2" Long - Qty 2
- Watersport Carriers
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Surfboard
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Crossbar Pads
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Side Loading
- Hook-and-Loop Mount
- No Load Assist
- Rhino Rack
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