Does Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier Fit Yakima Roof Rack

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Will the Thule Hullavator Pro kayak system work with a Yakima roof rack system for a 2022 Toyota Rav4

asked by: Tracy S

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Yes, a Yakima roof rack - so long as it uses crossbars that go past the side of your RAV4 - will definitely allow you to use the Hullavator kayak carrier you asked about:

- Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist # TH898

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The Rhino-Rack Nautic Kayak Lift Assist is only confirmed to fit Rhino Rack Vortex Aero, Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty, and Thule AeroBlade crossbars. Since you have Yakima bars this would not work for you. The Thule Hullavator part #TH898 would work on…

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Answer 2

Yes the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs #TH898 that you referenced does fit the Yakima CoreBar crossbars you mentioned. The included mounts would easily fit around the crossbars.

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Answer 3

I have taken a look at your roof rack. You will be able to attach the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs - Side Loading, part #TH898, provided you reduce the length of the crossbar hanging beyond your Yakima RidgeLine…

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Answer 4

The Thule Hullavator part #TH898 is designed to fit aftermarket crossbars that are square, round and aero in shape. What you will need to do is click the link I attached that will take you to a page that has all of the roof rack options we have for…

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Answer 5

Yakima round crossbars are compatible with the Thule Hullavator part #TH898. Since you need a decent amount of overhang of the bars through the feet of the rack going with a longer 58 inch bar like the Yakima bars #Y00409 would be a perfect…

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Answer 6

I am happy to inform you that the Thule Hullavator Pro, part #TH898, is perfectly compatible with round bars. The only thing to keep in mind is the fact that the Hullavator Pro requires 4" - 8" of extension beyond the feet. If you…

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Answer 7

You found the correct Replacement Underbar Bracket #TH8535860. This bracket is made to fit Aero Bars, Factory Bars, Round Bars, Square Bars, Elliptical Bars and the Thule Hullavator #TH898 also comes with hardware to install in the track of most…

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Answer 8

I have attached a screenshot of the installation instructions for the Thule Hullavator item #TH898. When you remove the rubber inside the channel of the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars item #TH711320 there are square nuts inside. You will adjust these…

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Answer 9

Your older style Thule Hullavator is designed to fit Thule Aeroblade bars but it mounts to them in the channels that are on top of the bars and not by wrapping around them. The bolts needed are part #919061654 which then thread to the square nut…

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Answer 10

The ski rack you have sure looks like the Thule ski racks we offer. The replacement adapter we offer is the #853-2156 that attaches to the crossbars. You may need a couple of the other parts to complete the installation. You may need the washer, part…

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Answer 11

The Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier #TH898 will mount to almost all roof rack crossbar shapes, including round, square, aero, elliptical, and most factory crossbars. However, this carrier does require that you have 4 to 8-inches of crossbar that…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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