AirScreen XT for Thule Crossbars - 38" Long
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Thule Accessories and Parts - TH72WV
- Roof Rack
- Fairings
- 38 Inch Long
- Thule
Universal fairing deflects wind over your roof rack to drastically reduce noise and drag. Easy, tool-free installation on your front crossbar. Around-the-bar clamps won't interfere with T-track access.
Features:
- Aerodynamic fairing deflects air over your roof rack to dramatically reduce wind noise and drag
- Padded rubber bumpers protect your roof from scratches and abrasions
- Easy installation with included ratchet straps - no tools required
- Around-the-bar clamps let you access your crossbar's T-track
- Nylon and polycarbonate construction is strong and durable
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Application: WingBar Evo, WingBar Edge, AeroBlade, AeroBlade Edge, and SquareBar Evo crossbars
- Dimensions: 38" long x 5-1/2" tall x 2" wide
- Weight: 2.1 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
870201 AirScreen XT for Thule Crossbars - 38" Long
Replaces Thule TH8701 and TH871XT
Installation Details
Video of AirScreen XT for Thule Crossbars - 38" Long
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Thule Crossbars AirScreen XT Review
Hi, it's Evangeline here at etrailer, and today, we have the Thule AirScreen XT, so this is gonna be a wind fairing for your Thule crossbars. We'll take a look at how to install it and how it works right here at etrailer.com. Wind fairings became super popular for the round and square crossbar market, especially the square bar, because of just how they're shaped, lots of noise when you go down the highway. Now, aero bars are a lot more popular, especially things like the Thule WingBar Evo, which is what we have up top on our vehicle. So we don't have as much wind noise, but for certain situations, maybe you have a cargo basket, maybe you have a bike on your roof, maybe you're carrying larger or bulkier items, you may want to decrease that wind noise, and that's where this will come in handy. I put a bulky thing on the roof, which is an entire bike with a bike rack and we have them on our aero bars.
Now, let's drive down the highway and listen to it. There's a little bit of wind noise from the bike, so we'll see if using a fairing will make a difference. So there really wasn't that much noise that I could notice, like I could hear a little whistle from the bike, but nothing too concerning, but I was also going about 60 miles per hour, and I just had a single bike up there. So if you have something bulkier, maybe a cargo basket, and you have more wind noise, you may want to install this fairing. So the fairing on a roof and the clip lined up to our crossbar, you get the strap, bring that over the crossbar, you're gonna push down while pressing on that clip, it's gonna be a tight fit.
So all the straps are secure, everything's lined up, we've got the rubber pads on the bottom. Well, now, we gotta take it for a drive. Now, while there was a little bit of a change, I don't think there was that big of a difference when it comes to wind noise that I could hear. Now, that could be different depending on what's on the roof and or what speeds we're going at, how much wind is coming down, things like that. So I do think that wind fairings we're very important when we had round and square crossbars as our only options.
Now, that we have aerodynamic bars though, not as big of a deal, they're solid, they're sturdy, and they don't make as much wind noise or have that much wind drag going down the road. Pretty much all of the other brands that have crossbars also have fairings for them as an option. This one, I do like the ratchet straps. They're a little tricky at first to get into and tighten down, but compared to clamps and things that have wing nuts, these are so much easier to use, kinda like the one that Inno has for their screen, you have to tighten that down with some knobs. Now, most of them have the rubber stoppers on the bottom that sit on your roof, I do like how this one is curved and designed to sit gently on your roof, create that grip and traction without sliding, but also, not scratching up your roof.
So if you are gonna get an air screen or a wind screen or a wind fairing for your roof rack, I personally don't think it's as big of a deal as it was with only round and square crossbar options. But amongst your wind fairing options, Thule has a very nice sleek design and very easy to install. Remember, you do have those different lengths, so make sure you get the right one for you. And that was a look at our Thule AirScreen XT Wind Fairing for your crossbars here at etrailer. My name is Evangeline and I hope you enjoyed the journey..
Customer Satisfaction Score:
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Customer Reviews
AirScreen XT for Thule Crossbars - 38" Long - TH72WV
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (71 Customer Reviews)
Universal fairing deflects wind over your roof rack to drastically reduce noise and drag. Easy, tool-free installation on your front crossbar. Around-the-bar clamps won't interfere with T-track access.by: John09/13/2023
Despite ordering the same model that I was replacing the size and angle was not the same. The angle was much steeper and was noisier than my previous AirScreen. The more acute angle also didn’t work well with my moonroof whereas as the previous AirScreen did not impeded the sliding glass.
by: Robert01/06/2022
At the very last minute on beginning an 11 hour trip to Florida I needed a Thule windscreen. After checking with all local stores with no luck I decided to check with etrailer. Sure enough they had one in stock for me to pay 2 day delivery. The unit came right on time however it was missing two of the fasteners. After buying 2 screws and wing nuts I was on my way. Now the great part I received an email asking my opinion of the product. In mentioning the missing parts I received them overnight to my new address. Thank you etrailer!!!
by: Rozanne05/06/2023
Product arrived quickly and in good condition. Will install fairing tomorrow. All parts seem to be in good condition. Will order from etrailer again. Good service and tutorials.
by: Ryan06/12/2022
Great fit, looks super cool on on e30 ix, and genuinely reduces wind noise by a good bit. Wish I bought it sooner.
by: Patrick09/17/2021
Came with a missing part. Missing Part number is 870200. My order Number is 112103361. I made it work with a spare bolt and nut. But now it does not match. Send me a new piece please.
For $xxx not including tax, it should have extra parts.. It’s a plastic part, the part I found myself and used will actually last longer. But still does not match, unless I get all new matching hardware or send me the the replacement part..!. It would have been a 5-10 min thing to put together if it wasn’t for the missing part. I don’t have a garage or a shop so I had to dig through some crap to find something that would work and went to the hard ware store to find a washer and nut.
by: Robert 12/22/2021
Good fit easy install make the ride quieter which is the goal of this item. Good price, fast shipping with etrailer
by: Daniel05/23/2022
Found out that it was at my local post office went and picked it up got home installed it to the rack on our 2019 jeep compass whistling noise is gone thank you very good product I will inform anyone that this works fast delivery good service thanks again Daniel Burke
by: Vicki 02/06/2021
Vicki
2/8/2022
It did a great job eliminating the whistling of the aero cross bars
by: Matthew 11/13/2023
by: Dan 02/14/2021
Helpful advice, quick delivery. The Fairing eliminated the annoying high pitched wind noise at highway speeds.
by: Carlo08/24/2021
Didn't receive it yet.. it has been a couple of weeks.. delivery is slow
by: Carole 09/07/2022
by: Rafael 06/10/2023
by: Nancy 07/10/2021
super customer service and advice!
by: Ace 12/23/2022
by: George08/31/2021
by: Perry 02/02/2022
by: Andrew 03/27/2021
by: Gaileee09/06/2023
I love etrailer and the wonderful support they give to customers. Wanted one of these air screens and knew that the best place to ship for it online was here! Thanks for your help again!
by: Gabriel07/01/2023
Product works but some of the rubber feet have came off the bottom of them and can’t seem to find replacements
by: Andrew L.03/09/2021
The Thule Airscreen arrived a day earlier than I anticipated, which was awesome. Very smooth process. Installation was a snap (I recommend doing the first half inside on the kitchen counter or table, then moving to the garage/outdoors for the actual attachment to the vehicle). No tools are required, which made it easy. It looks great on the car -- and I opted for the "long" size (44") which I think looks better for our 2020 VW Golf than the smaller versions.
by: Anthony10/25/2021
It looks all right, thought it would be further forward. But my roof rack doesn't slide further forward than it is now. All of the parts were there and it assembled great. Overall mildly satisfied haven't driven with it yet.
by: Kathy 09/04/2022
This works very well on my 2019 JEEP Wrangler Unlimited. I use it when I have kayaks on the roof. It is mounted on the Thule rack system, at the "B" post.
Very easy to install, well worth the money.
by: 1wolfpack11/28/2022
Simple assembly and light. Installed to reduce noise w/ square Thule bars...(eliminated whistle and hum greatly)
by: Reed12/21/2021
Looks awesome and totally eliminated the sound caused by my Thule square bars
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