ford Escape Roof Racks

Yakima Q Tower Roof Rack Installation - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape well be test fitting the Yakima Q Tower roof rack system using part numbers Y00409, Y00639, Y00699 and Y00124. Weve already gone ahead and assembled our crossbars according to the instructions found within the fit kit, so were ready to fit it to the vehicle. Well begin with our crossbars already on top of the roof. Well need to take a measurement for our front crossbar first. Well measure from the top of the windshield edge back on our roofline 10 inches. This will be the location of the leading edge of the crossbar towers.

Thule Traverse Roof Rack Installation - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape well be test fitting the Thule square bar roof rack system, part numbers THLB58, TH480 and THKIT1671. Now with our roof rack system already assembled according to Thules fit guide or the included instructions well open the front passenger and drivers side doors of the vehicle and set the front crossbar onto the roof. It is important to have your feet brackets loosened all the way to ensure the correct fit onto the roof of the vehicle. We will then measure from the glass to the first part of the foot 11 inches. Well do this for both the drivers side and passengers side of the vehicle, making sure that the crossbar is perpendicular to the vehicle. Once we have established this position onto the vehicle well go ahead and tighten down the brackets using Thules included Allen key to secure the crossbar to the vehicle.

Thule AeroBlade Traverse Roof Rack Installation - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Thule Aero Blade roof rack system using part numbers tharb53, th4abr, and thkit1671. Now to begin our test fit weve already assembled our crossbars according to the instructions found in the fit kit, so with that done were ready to place it on top of our roof. Well begin by placing the front crossbar onto the roof where well need to do a measurement. Well measure from the top edge of the windshield back on the root 11-1/2 inches, this will be the location of the leading edge of our cross bar feed, well need to do this on both sides of the vehicle to ensure that the crossbar is perfectly fit to the vehicle. Well then use the included Accu-Torq tool found within each foot to tighten it down working our way back and forth on the vehicle making sure that we tighten them evenly. With both feet tight our front crossbars secured to the vehicle and were ready to move on to the rear crossbar.

Thule Tracker Roof Rack Foot Pack Installation - 2001 Ford Escape

Today on this 2001 Ford Escape we are going to install a Thule AeroBlade and Rapid Tracker 2 roof rack system. First we are going to install our Tracker fit kit into the factory side rails of our Escape. We will measure from the front of the track to the front edge of our fit kit on both the driver and passenger side to make sure they are even with each other and then tighten them down. Next we will put the rear fit kits into place but we are going to leave these loose. 0:32

Thule Tracker II Roof Rack with Kit Review

Today we are going to install a Thule Tracker II Roof Rack on this 2006 Ford Escape. Using the Thule Tracker II Foot Pack part number TH430R, the fit kit part number THTK1, and the Thule Rapid Air Load Bars part number THRB43. The first step in preparing the roof rack is to loosely assemble the hardware with the bases. Depending on your vehicle application not all of the hardware is going to be used. However on the Escape we are going to need all of them. Through the top of the base we are going to our bolt with the thread locker on it as well as the washers. They do go in a certain order. The yellow zinc coated washers go in first, then the thinner black washer, and then we will in the bolt. 00:43

Yakima Control Tower Roof Rack System Review

Today on this 2002 Ford Escape we are going to be installing a Yakima Control Tower Roof Rack using the control towers part number Y00214, the Yakima landing pads part number Y00221, and the Yakima 48 inch round crossbars part number Y00408. The first thing we need to do in preparation to install the roof rack is to remove the factory crossbars on the Escape. To do this we are going to loosen the knobs and slide the tracks rearward. With the factory crossbars removed the first step is to install the nut plates inside the track in the approximate position where we are going to put the landing pads. We will repeat the same process for the track on the passenger side. 00:45

RockyMounts TieRod Roof Bike Rack Review - 2002 Ford Escape

Today on our 2002 Ford Escape, we're going to be test fitting the RockyMounts TieRod Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number RKY1014. To mount our carrier up on top of our roof rack, place it on top of our load bars. We'll fit the rubber coated steel straps at the front of the carrier around our front load bar, threading them back into the head of the carrier, and use an Allen key to tighten them down. Once we have those straps tightened down, we can reinstall our front cover. We also want to make sure that our skewer is open in preparation for loading our bike. At the rear of the carrier, we'll fit the clamp around our rear load bar and use the Allen key to tighten it down as well.

Yakima ForkLift Roof Mounted Bike Rack Review - 2002 Ford Escape

Today on our 2002 Ford Escape we're going to be test fitting the Yakima Forklift Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number y02098. Our Escape is equipped with a full factory roof rack so we're going to mount our Forklift directly to the factory crossbars. To do this we'll remove the skewer from the head of the bike rack first.We'll open up the clamp at the head of the bike rack and fit it around our crossbar then we'll tighten it down with the T-bolt and wing nut. Next we'll slide the cover back into place and then we can reinstall our skewer. At the back we'll need to slide the clamp over our rear crossbar and again we'll tighten it down with a T-bolt and wing nut. Now we're ready to load our bike.We'll pick our bike up and place the wheel into the wheel tray and place the front fork down into our skewer.

Thule Domestique Roof Bike Rack Review - 2002 Ford Escape

Today on our 2002 Ford Escape we're going to be test fitting the Thule Domestique Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number th513. To mount the carrier to our roof rack we'll set it up on top of our load bars. We'll fit the head of the bike rack over our front load bar. We'll fit the bottom clamp around the bottom of our load bar and use the included Allen key to tighten down the Allen head bolts.At the rear of the carrier we'll fit the clamp around our rear load bar and use the Allen key to tighten it down as well. Once we've done that we can take our skewer and reinstall it. Now our bike rack is loaded and we're ready to load.

Swagman Fork Down Roof Bike Rack Review - 2002 Ford Escape

Today we have a 2002 Ford Escape and we're going to be test fitting the Swagman Fork Style Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number s64710. Our Escape is already equipped with the full factory roof rack so we're going to go ahead and attach our fork down directly to our factory crossbars. We'll place the bike rack up on top of our crossbars. At the front we'll fit our two U-bolts around our crossbars and use the wing nuts to secure the front of the bike rack.Next we'll move to the back of the bike carrier, fitting the U-bolt through the carrier from the top. We'll take the clamp and the two wing nuts to clamp around the bar from the bottom. With that done our bike rack is secured and we're ready to load up our bike.

Yakima ForkLift Roof Mounted Bike Rack Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Yakima Forklift Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number y02098. Now to begin our test fit well place the bike carrier on top of our crossbars, making sure that the head of the bike rack is over our front crossbar. Well take our rear mounting point, make sure that the plastic clamp goes underneath the rear crossbar, bring it around, put the T-bolt through the clamp, and secure it with the wing nut. With that, well move back to the head of the bike rack where well put the clamp underneath the crossbar, bring it up and using the T-bolt well secure the front clamp to the front crossbar. After making sure everythings tight well slide the plastic cover forward and run our skewer through. Well then attach the screw on the other side of the skewer in preparation for loading our bike.

Thule Domestique Roof Bike Rack Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Thule Domestique Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number TH513. Now with our Thule Roof Rack System already assembled onto our vehicle, well set the carrier onto the crossbars now we can use the Allen key to tighten them both down. Note that, in order to tighten down the front part of the carrier you must remove the skewer first. It is important that the carrier is perpendicular to the crossbars and parallel to the vehicle to insure that the brackets have the proper fit onto the crossbars. Once the brackets are tightened down and secure to the vehicle, we are ready to load our bike. We will undo the cradle strap at the rear and insert the skewer into the front of our bike rack.

Swagman Fork Down Roof Bike Rack Review - 2013 Ford Escape

RockyMounts TieRod Stretch Roof Bike Rack Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today, on our 2013 Ford Escape, we'll be test-fitting the Rocky Mounts Tie Rod Stretch Roof-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number RKY1011. Now, with our roof rack system already assembled and installed on the vehicle, we'll set the carrier onto the crossbars. It is important that the carrier is perpendicular to the crossbars and parallel to the vehicle, to ensure that the brackets have a proper fit onto the crossbars. We'll bring the rubber-coated steel straps around the underside of the front crossbar, and hook them into position. We'll then move to the rear of the carrier, where we will loosen up the bracket, swing it around the underside of the rear crossbar, and use the included Allen key to tighten it down. We'll then move back to the front, where we will again use the included Allen key to tighten down the straps and secure the bike carrier to the vehicle.

RockyMounts PitchFork Roof Bike Rack Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today, on our 2013 Ford Escape, we'll be test-fitting the Rocky Mounts Pitchfork Roof-Mounted Bike Carrier, part number RKY0438. Now, with our roof rack system already installed onto the vehicle, we'll set the carrier onto the crossbars. We'll take the front black cap off the front of the carrier, and loosen up the Allen bolts with the included Allen key. Note that you can not loosen up the Allen bolts without taking out the skewer. We'll loosen up the bracket, then swing it onto the crossbars and tighten it down. We can then put the black cap back in place, and move to the rear of the carrier, where we will loosen up the bracket, swing it around the rear crossbar, and tighten it down.

RockyMounts TieRod Roof Bike Rack Review - 2009 Ford Escape

Today we have a 2009 Ford Escape and were going to be test fitting the RockyMounts Tie Rod Roof Mounted Bike Carrier, part number RKY1014. Now our escape is equipped with a fold roof rack from the factory so were going to mount our tie rod directly to the factory crossbars. Well set the tie rods into place up on top of the crossbars. At the front of the bike rack, well take our rubber coated steel straps and feed them around the front crossbar securing them back into the head of the bike carrier. Well take an Allen wrench and tighten down the straps. With the straps in the front secure we can reinstall our cover and well also make sure that our skewer is unlocked and open.

Thule MOAB Roof Top Cargo Basket Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Thule MOAB Rooftop Cargo Carrier or also known as, The Mother of All Baskets, part number TH690. Now with our roof rack system already assembled onto the vehicle, well set our roof top basket onto the crossbars making sure that our brackets line up evenly with our crossbars. Now with the basket positioned onto the crossbars, well swing the brackets on the underneath side of the crossbars and tighten them down using the included wing nuts. We will repeat these steps for all the other brackets. Once the basket is tightened down and secured to the crossbars, were ready to load our cargo. That completes todays test fit for the Thule MOAB Rooftop Cargo Carrier, part number TH690 on our 2013 Ford Escape.

Yakima RocketBox Pro 11 Rooftop Cargo Box Review - 2011 Ford Escape

Thule MOAB Roof Top Cargo Basket Review - 2009 Ford Escape

Today we have with us a 2009 For Escape and were going to be test fitting the Thule Moab Roof Mounted Cargo Basket part number TH690. Weve already got our cargo basket assembled and were ready to go ahead and mount it up on our vehicle. To do this well place the basket up on top of the factory crossbars. Well make sure that we have it placed evenly on the roof from left to right. Once we have done that well take the hardware and fit the clamps around our crossbars and well use the included wing nuts to tighten the clamps at all four locations. With all the clamps tightened down we can reinstall our covers and our basket is installed and ready to load up.

Yakima LoadWarrior Roof Cargo Basket Review - 2011 Ford Escape

Today on our 2011 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Yakima LoadWarrior Roof Rack Cargo Basket, part number Y07070. With our vehicle equipped with the factory roof rack system and our cargo basket preassembled, were ready to go ahead and fit it to the vehicle. Well need to simply set the cargo basket on top of the crossbars. Well center it from left to right with the vehicle. Well then secure it using the included hardware with the basket. With our basket secured, well go ahead and give you a height measurement added to the vehicle, and this basket will add approximately 10 inches to the overall height of the vehicle.

Rola Roof Cargo Basket Installation - 2011 Ford Escape

Today on our 2011 Ford Escape we'll be test fitting the Rola Roof Mounted Cargo Basket part number 59504. With our Escape already equipped with the factory roof rack system and the crossbar set at 30", we're now ready to go ahead and fit our basket to the vehicle. We need only to simply set the basket on top of the crossbars, we'll set the basket with the vehicle from left to right, we'll then clamp it down using the included hardware with the basket. With our cargo basket secured to the top of the vehicle, we'll go ahead and give you an overall height added to the vehicle and the cargo basket adds an additional 9" of height. And with our cargo basket secured to the vehicle, we're ready to go ahead and loaded up. And that does it for our test fit of the Rola Roof Mounted Cargo Basket part number 59504 on our 2011 Ford Escape..

Thule Atlantis 1200 XT Roof Rack Cargo Box Review

Today we are going to show you the Thule Atlantis 1200 XT roof rack cargo box in black, part number TH685BXT. The Atlantis 1200 XT features 12 cubic feet of storage space. The aerodynamic design minimizes wind resistance and drag to help keep gas mileage up. The dual-sided opening lid allows easy access from both the passenger and driver side of the vehicle. The reinforced lid makes for a stronger box and easier operation thanks to the lid not flexing. Thules integrated QuickGrip mounts make attaching the box to your roof rack quick and easy, with no tools required. As you can see, we have mounted our cargo box and we can still open the rear hatch. There are two built-in secure locks, one on each side of the box. The locks help secure the contents of your box and they ensure proper closing. If the box is not closed properly, the keys cannot be removed. The Thule Atlantis line of boxes is made in the USA and is covered with a lifetime warranty.

Thule Frontier Roof Mounted Cargo Box with U-bolt Mounts Review

Today we are going to show you the Thule Frontier Roof Mounted Cargo Box with Easy Snap U-bolt Mounts part number TH668ES. The box features impact-resistant, UV-protective, vacuum-molded ABS plastic construction. The Thule Frontier features 11 cubic feet of storage space and opens from the passenger side. The quick release hardware will allow you to quickly mount the box to your roof racks crossbars and easily remove it when not in use. The Thule Frontier is designed to fit Thule load bars, round crossbars, and most factory installed crossbars. The quick mount system consists of a U-bolt and the clamp. There is also rubber gasket pads that go on the underside of the clamp inside the box to seal out moisture. 00:43

Thule Excursion Roof Mounted Cargo Box Review

Today we are going to show you the Thule Excursion Roof Mounted Cargo Box with EasySnap U-bolt mounts part number TH667ES. The Thule Excursion is a rear opening roof cargo box to allow loading from all three sides. On the rear of the box is a lockable latching mechanism that allows you to protect your cargo loaded inside the box. The cargo box features impact resistant, UV-protective, vacuum-molded ABS construction. The EasySnap mount system allows you to quickly and easily attach it to your vehicles crossbars. It is designed to fit Thule load bars, round crossbars, and most OEM style crossbars. 00:36

Yakima RocketBox Cargo Box Review

Today we are going to take a look at the Yakima RocketBox 16 with hand knob mounts part number Y07148. The RocketBox features slick, aerodynamic styling that cuts down on wind noise and helps to keep the drag down. The roof boxes are a great way to add extra storage space to your vehicle and are perfect for soft luggage like duffel bags. The RocketBox ships completely assembled ready for quick installation. The RocketBox opens from the passenger side and it features the Yakima SKS locking system. The SKS locks are interchangeable so that you can match all of your locks on all of your Yakima accessories. The lock on the RocketBox also prevents the key from being removed unless the box is locked properly. This is to help ensure that you do not accidentally lock the keys inside the box. 00:49

Thule Boxter Roof Rack Cargo Box Review

Today we are going to review the Thule Boxter Premium Roof Rack cargo box part number TH611. The Boxter has a reenforced lid with a great looking high gloss two tone finish. The box is designed to fit Thule square load bars, round bars, and most OEM roof styled bars. The lid stiffeners and struts make opening and closing the lid easy. The dual side opening hinge allows you to open the lid from the passenger or driver side of the vehicle. :27

Yakima FatCat Ski and Snowboard Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today, on our 2013 Ford Escape, we'll be test-fitting the Yakima FatCat 6 Locking Rooftop Ski and Snowboard Carrier, part number Y03088. Now, to begin our test fit, we'll take the front carrier, place it over the top of the front crossbar, and bring the rubber-coated steel straps around underneath the crossbar, and latch them back to the carrier attachment point. Once they're locked in place on either side, we can then open up the carrier, tighten down the wingnut, and clamp it into place. With that, our carrier on the front crossbar is secured. We'll move on to the rear crossbar. We'll now place the rear carrier on top of the rear crossbar, and repeating the same procedure, clamping it down, we'll secure the rear carrier to the rear crossbar.

Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier, part number Th92725. Now with our Thule Roof Rack System already assembled onto our vehicle, well go ahead and set the carrier onto the vehicle. Well set the front part of the carrier onto the front crossbar and bring up the rubber coated steel straps around the underside of the crossbar. Well then hook them into position and turn the grey knobs to tighten it down and secure it to the crossbar. It is important that the carrier is perfectly vertical to ensure a good fit for your cargo. Once that is tightened down well go ahead and set the second part of the carrier on the rear crossbar and again bring the rubber coated steel straps around the underside of the crossbar, hook them into position and turn the grey knobs to tighten it down and secure it to the vehicle.

Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier Review - 2011 Ford Escape

Today on our 2011 Ford Escape well be test fitting the Thule Flat Top Ski and Snowboard carrier, part number TH92725. Now with our vehicle already equipped with a factory roof rack system well simply take our front carrier, place it on top directly over the front crossbar and make sure that the rubber coated steel straps run underneath the crossbar. Well then hook the strap to the other side of the foot and tighten it down using the grey knob here on the front of the foot. Well do that on both sides of the carrier. With our front carrier secured to the vehicle were ready to load the rear carrier. Well again place the carrier here on top of the rear crossbar making sure that it is in line with the front crossbar.

Thule SUP Taxi Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape

Today on our 2013 Ford Escape, well be test fitting the Thule SUP Taxi Stand-Up Paddle Board Carrier, part number TH810. Now with our roof rack system already assembled to the vehicle, well go ahead and set the carrier onto the front crossbar, swing the rubber coated steel straps on the underside of the crossbar, bring them up, snap them into position and turn the grey knobs to tighten them down and secure the carrier to the crossbar. We can then repeat this process for the rear crossbar. It is important to get the paddle board carriers perpendicular to each other to ensure that your paddle boards are secured down correctly. To load our cargo, well undo the grey plate at the face of the carrier; this will allow us to bring out the slack of the rope. That completes todays test fit for the Thule SUP Taxi Stand-Up Paddle Board Carrier with a two board capacity, part number TH810 on our 2013 Ford Escape.