Recommended Malone Crossbars For a 2018 Ford Escape

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Does the 50” fit a 2018 Ford Escape? In the video it says they are using the 50” but when I it, the website says it doesn’t fit my vehicle. Please confirm. Thanks!

asked by: Scott

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Although the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MPG215 will fit your 2018 Ford Escape technically, the manufacturer has since updated their fit to state that these bars are not a good fit for your vehicle.

Instead, they recommend going with the:

-Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails # MPG216 (58" bars) or # MPG217 (65" bars).

These are the same bars as # MPG215, boasting the same weight capacity but are a bit longer. I have also attached an installation video for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

There are a few different ways to help reduce the wind noise that you are hearing with the Malone SteelTop Roof Rack #MPG201 installed on your 2018 Ford Escape. The first solution is to use a fairing to help deflect the wind. For your Escape you will…

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Answer 2

For both your 2017 Ford Escape as well as 2009 Saturn Vue that has raised factory side rails the Malone AirFlow 2 roof rack part #MPG215 is a confirmed fit. This is a really great and economically priced solution that fits both vehicles. I attached…

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Answer 3

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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Answer 4

The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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Answer 5

That's ironic because currently (March 2022) Thule doesn't have a fit listed for the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness. With that being said, from our research it looks like the Wilderness models on the newer Subaru vehicles won't affect…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 7

Yes, the 165lb rating for the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MPG215 is the dynamic(driving) capacity for these. Since the tent weighs 165lbs and the roof rack is 10 you are still just under the 176lb capacity of the roof rails on your 2019 Subaru…

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Answer 8

The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MPG215 has aero crossbars so depending on your Thule aero box's compatibility with aerobars will be the determining factor of whether this will work. While manufacturers rarely test for cross compatibility, your…

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Answer 9

There is a T-bolt that is threaded with a nut that will fit the Malone AirFlow2 #MPG215 roof rack; it is from Yakima and is the following part number: - Replacement T-Bolt with Nut for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailers #Y8880184 These are 1 inch tall…

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Answer 10

The antenna on your 2023 Subaru Crosstrek sits low enough that clearance for the Inno Shadow 16 Rooftop Cargo Box #INBRA1210BK won't be an issue! If you don't already have a roof rack just let me know if your Crosstrek has a bare roof or the…

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Answer 11

The Thule Force XT has one of my favorite mounting systems across all roof boxes. The clamps make it easily compatible with most roof racks. Your 2020 Toyota 4Runner factory rack is one of them. You have options when it comes to sizes, in my opinion,…

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