Recommended Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier for 2010 Acura RDX and 2013 Acura MDX
Question:
I am looking for a roof rack system that can be used Interchangeable on both a 2010 Acura RDX and a 2013 Acura MDX. Both vehicles have no existing rails or crossbars. The specs seem to be very similar however I wanted to make sure before I make the purchase. Please let me know if this is possible and any recommendations on make and model. The intended use is to carry two Kayaks! Thanks
asked by: Jim
Expert Reply:
Roof Rack options for both the 2010 Acura RDX and the 2013 Acura MDX are similar, but there are slight differences that will require slightly different parts.
For your RDX I recommend going with the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack which consists of the Aero Crossbars, part # RRVA137S-2 for Silver or part # RRVA137B-2 for Black, the 2500 Series Legs # RRRLKVA, and the DK Fit Kit # DK177.
To make this compatible with your MDX you will use the same crossbars and legs but you will need to use the DK Fit Kit # DK176 instead.
This roof rack comes with plastic locks that can be upgraded to metal locks using part # RRVA-LEC4.
The kayak carrier that I recommend going with is the Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier # S512. This carrier is foldable which makes for easy storage and added clearance plus it can be expanded to hold 2 kayaks with part # RRS512X.
You can get additional straps with part # IN717 for a 13 foot option along with the Strap Anchors # RRRAS. You might also be interested in the Anchor Straps # RRRBAS-2 which will make securing your kayaks much easier.
I have attached some review videos that you can check out.
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Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof
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- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
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Inno Cam Buckle Cinch Strap - 1" x 13' - 132 lbs - Qty 1
- Tie Down Straps
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- Standard Buckles
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- Manual
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Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
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- Feet
- 4 Pack
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Rhino-Rack Locking Endcaps for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Metal Cores - Qty 4
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