How to Measure for Crossbar Length to Use the Thule Hullavator on a 2016 Audi Q3
Question:
Hello - Due to the inward slope of the side of my car, I worry that I will not get the right length of cross bar. What is the best way to measure width of the car - flush roof rails to side view mirror? I know the estimated distance is 4-8 inches, but not sure what length cross bars to get. Demo videos show flat sided cars. Thanks
asked by: Adriana
Expert Reply:
In order to use the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier # TH898 on your 2016 Audi Q3 you need to have crossbars that extend 4"-8" past the feet of the roof rack. With the slope of your car, you would just want to be closer to the 8" side of that. Just measure the distance between the points on your roof where the feet will be installed and add 16" (8" to each side) then select the crossbars closest to that measurement.
The widest roof rack for your 2016 Audi Q3 that we have is the 2016 Audi Q3 Roof Rack by Inno which is 51" wide:
- Inno Aero Crossbars # INXB123-130
- Inno Through Feet for Aero Crossbars # INXS450
- Custom Fit Kit for Inno # INTR138
I have also included a picture of the Hullavator being used on a vehicle with a similar slope to help you visualize the clearance.
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Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS300, XS350, XS400, XS450, INTR, and INXR Roof Rack Feet
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Inno Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 48" Long and 51" Long - Qty 2
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Inno Through Feet for Aero Crossbars - Flush Side Rails - Qty 4
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
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