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Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Steel - 65" Long
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Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Steel - 65" Long

Part Number: MPG203
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Call etrailer.com at 1-800-940-8924 for expert service. We are your Subaru roof rack experts, and offer a great price. etrailer.com carries a complete line of Malone products for your Subaru Forester 2024. Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Steel - 65" Long part MPG203 from Malone can be ordered online at etrailer.com. Complete roof rack installation instructions and technical support.
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2024 Subaru Forester - Malone SteelTop Roof Rack - Square Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Steel - 65" Long

  • Square Bars
  • 65 Inch Bar Space
  • Complete Roof Systems
  • Malone
  • Black
  • Overhang
  • 2 Bars

This complete roof rack system mounts to your Subaru Forester with raised, factory side rails. Full-length square crossbars work with most clamp-on carriers and accessories. Vinyl-coated steel bars are corrosion resistant. Includes locks to deter theft.


Features:

  • Square-bar roof rack lets you mount accessories on your vehicle with raised, factory side rails
  • Safe and easy installation - rubber-coated steel clamps fit tightly around side rails
  • Locking tower covers secure roof rack to side rails
  • Steel crossbars are strong and durable
    • Vinyl coating provides corrosion resistance
  • Plastic endcaps help keep water and debris out of bars
  • Durable nylon towers are weather resistant
  • Complete system includes 4 towers, 2 crossbars, installation tool and keys


Specs:

  • Rack weight capacity: 165 lbs
    • Always observe your vehicle's maximum roof load capacity
  • Minimum crossbar spread: 24"
  • Crossbar dimensions: 65" long x 1-1/4" wide x 7/8" tall
  • Weight: 15 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Note: Do not load weight on the section of crossbar that extends past the towers.



Malone SteelTop Roof Rack Loading Diagram

Malone SteelTop Roof Rack

The Malone SteelTop roof rack lets you carry gear and accessories on the roof of your vehicle with raised, factory side rails. This complete roof rack system includes 2 steel, square crossbars and 4 towers. The bars are compatible with most universal, clamp-on accessories and carriers, and the towers have built-in locks to protect the rack from theft. The rack clamps onto your raised side rails and tightens down with the included tool, so it's easy to remove and install.


Strong, Steel Crossbars

Malone SteelTop Crossbar without Endcap

The durable crossbars are made of steel and have a black vinyl coating to protect them from corrosion and keep them looking new. The bars also have plastic endcaps to protect the interiors from the elements and to give your roof rack a finished look.


Durable Towers with Built-In Security

Malone SteelTop Roof Rack Towers

The towers are made of molded nylon that won't fade or wear down when exposed to the elements. Each tower includes a nylon cover with a built-in lock to deter would-be thieves from removing the rack from your roof. The covers also protect the towers' interior and hardware from the elements.


Easy Installation with Rubber-Coated Steel Clamps

Malone SteelTop Roof Rack Rubber Clamps

The towers attach to your vehicle's raised, factory side rails with rubber-coated steel clamps. The rubber coating provides a superior grip on your side rails and protects them from damage during installation and use.


Malone SteelTop Roof Rack Installation Tool

To tighten, simply turn the bolt inside the tower assembly with the included installation tool until the clamps are snug.


Malone SteelTop Roof Rack Rubber Spacer Blocks

Rubber spacer blocks are included to fit smaller side rails. If the clamps don't tighten enough to your side rails, just slide a spacer block onto the clamps before tightening them.


Once assembled, the towers and crossbars stay together as one unit, which makes removing, storing, and reinstalling the system a snap. To remove, simply remove the cover and loosen the bolts inside the towers with the installation tool.




MPG203 Malone Steel Top Universal Roof Rack for Elevated, Factory Side Rails - Square Load Bars - 65" Long

Installation Details MPG203 Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

4.4

507 reviews
This complete roof rack system mounts to your vehicle with raised, factory side rails. Full-length square crossbars work with most clamp-on carriers and accessories. Vinyl-coated steel bars are corrosion resistant. Includes locks to deter theft.

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