Will Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack Work with Malone SteelTop Roof Rack on 2017 VW Tiguan

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2017 vw tiguan with factory side rails. Would this work with the thule hullavator? MPG202

asked by: Jason

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, the Malone SteelTop Roof Rack will work great with the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack part # TH898 on a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan. That said, I recommend going with the longer 65" crossbars part # MPG203 since you need more overhang for the Thule Hullavator.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Yes, the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part #TH898 will work with the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack either using the integrated channels or the wrap-around style clamps. However, the Hullavator requires that the crossbars extend at least 4"…

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Answer 2

Definitely a smart idea to double-check, and yes, I can verify for you that the Malone roof rack and Hullavator Pro kayak carrier are 100 percent compatible and will indeed work together. The correct part numbers for the two are the following: -…

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Answer 3

For your 2019 Mazda CX-5 with raised rails the Malone roof rack part number #MPG202 is a confirmed fit and would be a great option. This rack will give you an easy to install rack that will fit and work well on your vehicle so I recommend it for you.…

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It looks like you have the older Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier which is only compatible with square crossbars. If you want to reuse this without upgrading the carrier you'll have to obtain this type of crossbars. If you have raised factory side…

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The Curt Roof Rack for Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - Black - 53-3/8" Long #C18118 can be used with the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs - Side Loading #TH898 on your 2018 Toyota 4Runner. Often people use…

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For your 2018 Honda HR-V to be compatible with the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs #TH898, you have to use slightly longer crossbars. The Hullavator requires 4-8 inches overhang to give clearance. In order to give…

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Answer 7

We don't have a video that shows the Thule Hullavator #TH898 being installed on a set of Thule Aeroblade crossbars but I can describe to you the process. I also attached pictures that I took from the install instructions that show how it attaches…

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Answer 8

I believe I know what you are wanting to do and for this you would just need two of the Replacement Bar Mount Assembly #7521741001. This is the piece that gets installed onto the roof rack crossbar to which the lift arm and cradle assemblies for the…

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Answer 9

You will actually just use the square nuts that come with the Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 to mount it on your Yakima JetStream bars (see attached photo). I have attached the installation instructions for you to reference for the installation as…

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Answer 10

The Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Steel - 58" Long #MPG202 has a total weight capacity of 165 lbs. This is true of the vast majority of roof rack systems. This is the standard roof rack rating but…

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Answer 11

All you need is to get at least 4 to 8 inches of overhang on the side you're planning on putting the hullavator #TH898. That being said, you can offset the Airflow 2 #MPG217 to one side to get that overhang at least on one side. I recommend doing…

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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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