Is the Short Roof Adater Required to Install a Thule Roof Rack on a 2005 Mini Cooper
Question:
Is Thule Small-Roof Adapter TH487 absolutely required to Install a Traverse Roof Rack on a 2005 Mini Cooper? I would like to install without it. Was is the minimum space required between footings? I wont be carrying any long or heavy loads.
asked by: Lucas
Expert Reply:
On the Thule rack for your 2005 Mini Cooper the small roof adapter is not required and has even been discontinued. The Thule roof rack for your car consists of:
Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711200
Rapid Traverse Feet # TH480R
Thule Roof-Rack Fit Kit # THKIT1366
The spacing required is 27-1/2 inches on center. See the attached installation instructions.
Products Referenced in This Question
Rapid Traverse Feet for Thule Crossbars - Naked Roof - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 47" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 47 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Thule
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