Can the Thule Goalpost Hitch Mounted Load Bar # TH997 Have 66 inch Crossbars Installed In It
Updated 12/29/2014 | Published 12/28/2014
Question:
I am looking to carry four 12 foot kayaks on 2013 Megacab and still be able to pull my fifth wheel. I am planning to use a single 66 inch bar on the cab with stacker supports to put the kayaks on thier side. I noticied the Goal Post comes with a 58 inch bar which will not be wide enough. Is the goal post available with a 66 inch bar?
asked by: Lee C
Expert Reply:
First thing you will need to start with on your 2013 Ram 2500 is a front hitch if you don't have one already. For that you would want the # 65063. I attached an install video.
The Thule Goalpost Hitch Mounted Load Bar # TH997 only comes with a 58 inch cross bar, but you can easily swap out the bar for a 65 inch crossbar, part # THLB65.
You will need to check the owners manual of your truck to determine the roof weight capacity and be sure not to exceed this figure with the weight of your kayaks. About half of the weight of the kayaks will be supported by the roof rack and the other half by the front hitch which has a 500 lb capacity.
