Can I Install A Thule Hullavator On My 2017 Audi Q7 With A Factory Roof Rack
Question:
I have a 2017 Audi Q7 with a standard audi 48” roof rack. I want to install a Thule Hullevator and need longer crossbars. Do you sell crossbars that can replace the existing bars or do I need to buy a new rack? Thanks
asked by: Jeff B
Expert Reply:
The factory roof rack on your 2017 Audi Q7 has crossbars that terminate at the towers/feet. In order to use the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs - Side Loading, part # TH898, your crossbars need to extend 4" to 8" beyond the towers/feet. You will need to install a roof rack with longer crossbars to use the Hullavator. The Thule rack I recommend will consist of the following items:
Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 60" Long - Qty 2, part # TH711500
Rapid Podium Feet for Thule Crossbars - Fixed Point - Qty 4, part # TH460R
Fit Kit for Thule Podium-Style Roof Rack Feet - 3145, part # THKIT3145
Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4, part # TH450400
This roof rack has a maximum weight limit of 165 lbs. The crossbars will extend beyond your Thule feet.
I have included product description links, a video review link, a video link of this rack being installed on a 2018 Audi Q7, and a diagram of the requirements needed to install a Thule Hullavator below.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Thule
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Rapid Podium Feet for Thule Crossbars - Fixed Point - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 60" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 60 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Thule
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Thule
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