Will the Malone SteelTop Roof Rack Fit a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox with Full Size Sunroof

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will the crossbars work with a full size sun roof

asked by: Gregory C

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Yes, the Malone SteelTop Roof Rack # MPG202 you were looking at will work on your 2018 Chevrolet Equinox with full size sunroof. While there is not a fitment issue, manufacturers still recommend removing the roof rack prior to using your sunroof. This is because the roof rack will cause a good amount of noise and that will be amplified with the sunroof open.

expert reply by: Scott S

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Answer 1

Simple fix! Just order a replacement key. Next to the key slot on the lock cylinder will be a key number engraved into the cylinder. It'll be the letter N followed by 3 digits. For example, if the lock has 'N030' engraved on it, you'd…

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I mean it's not going to say anywhere that they can work together but I don't see a reason why the Replacement Towers for Malone SteelTop Roof Racks #MAL25YR can't work with the older Thule SquareBars seeing as though the Malone bar and…

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Answer 3

The Thule Podium 460 you referenced for old square bars has been discontinued so that is why the expert answers suggest using the Evo Fixpoint Feet #TH49SC for use with the new Thule SquareBar that have a slot in the bottom like the aero style bars.…

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The Thule Adventurer attaches to roof rack crossbars using hardware #TH04997. If you do not have the hardware purchase kit #TH04997 as a replacement. This hardware will fit around bars up to 3-3/4 inches wide. You can measure the center to center…

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Yes, the Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars - Steel - 43" Long - Qty 2, part #TH712100, will work with the old Thule Crossroad feet. Old Thule feet work the new square bars but the opposite is not true. The new Thule feet will not work with the old…

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Answer 6

For the Thule Adventurer 650 to fit the crossbars on your 2008 Mercedes ML350 can be no wider than 3-1/2 inches. You will need to line up the mounting areas on the box over the crossbars on the vehicle. My contact at Thule stated that drilling new…

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Answer 7

Although you have the lock core, you are missing the lock cylinder or barrel assembly it would install into. Unfortunately, Thule doesn't offer this as a replacement part. To be honest, your best bet would be to get a couple of lock hasps like…

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You mentioned they do not have the keys, so I am assuming they do have lock cores? The easiest thing to do would be to simply order replacement keys for the Thule Adventurer cargo box. The box should have a lock core with a number stamped on the…

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Answer 9

I do have an option for you but almost all roof rack manufactures unanimously do not advise on opening a sun roof with a roof rack installed due to both the chance of interference and wind noise while open. If you switch to the style which sits on…

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Answer 10

I can certainly help you out. The hardware used on the Thule Adventurer is #TH04997 that you have referenced. There is a specific order in which all of the parts will go on the crossbars. I have included a picture that shows how all of the parts go…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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