2013 Allroad rack options??
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So, it did open and close without issue. after about 3 weeks of the thule bin riding on them, the glass just barely grabs. I am going to try to modify the plastic housing in the next few weeks. I will let you know how it works out. Even with the glass catching, i think that these are the best looking cross bar option that i have been able to find.
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Custom fit Thule Aeroblade
Though still not as nice as the flush mount, this looks a lot cleaner than having several inches stick out on each side.
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Hello all,
1st post...
Thanks for all the info in this thread. I too have been debating this same question. I have an existing Yak roof rack from my Land Cruisers. I also have an existing Yak receiver bike rack. I decided to give the hitch a go.
Here's the photos you requested
Bruce
1st post...
Thanks for all the info in this thread. I too have been debating this same question. I have an existing Yak roof rack from my Land Cruisers. I also have an existing Yak receiver bike rack. I decided to give the hitch a go.
Here's the photos you requested
Bruce
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On a flat surface you loose about 2.5 inches in the rear. Overall you really don't loose anything as the center of the chassis is lower than the rear bumper. You'll loose a little more departure angle. I have had no issues with ground clearance. The photo is taken from the ground in front of the vehicle looking towards the rear. The hitch is not even visible at that angle. HTH
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On a flat surface you loose about 2.5 inches in the rear. Overall you really don't loose anything as the center of the chassis is lower than the rear bumper. You'll loose a little more departure angle. I have had no issues with ground clearance. The photo is taken from the ground in front of the vehicle looking towards the rear. The hitch is not even visible at that angle. HTH
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Hello all,
1st post...
Thanks for all the info in this thread. I too have been debating this same question. I have an existing Yak roof rack from my Land Cruisers. I also have an existing Yak receiver bike rack. I decided to give the hitch a go.
Here's the photos you requested
Bruce
1st post...
Thanks for all the info in this thread. I too have been debating this same question. I have an existing Yak roof rack from my Land Cruisers. I also have an existing Yak receiver bike rack. I decided to give the hitch a go.
Here's the photos you requested
Bruce
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I just bought a 2013 Allroad, and I am trying to get set up with cross bars for bike racks. I used the Thule fit guide, and it recommended the 53" Aeroblade....but there is a huge overhang either side. Has anyone tried the next size down (47") and did it fit ok?
Also - I see a lot of comments on this forum regarding sunroof issues. As I am going with the Thule Rapid Crossroad Footpack + Aeroblade combo, the Thule Fit Guide does not show a warning that the sunroof won't open (which it does show with the Aeroblade Edge).....has anyone installed it & tested that the sunroof will open? I plan on leaving the bike rack on year round so it will be a problem if it doesn't work.
Thanks....any help would be appreciated.
Hattie
Also - I see a lot of comments on this forum regarding sunroof issues. As I am going with the Thule Rapid Crossroad Footpack + Aeroblade combo, the Thule Fit Guide does not show a warning that the sunroof won't open (which it does show with the Aeroblade Edge).....has anyone installed it & tested that the sunroof will open? I plan on leaving the bike rack on year round so it will be a problem if it doesn't work.
Thanks....any help would be appreciated.
Hattie