Which Adapters Do I Need to Fit a Bike and Ski Rack to My 2015 Volvo XC70 With Factory Roofrack

Updated 08/29/2016 | Published 08/27/2016

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Thule Xadapt8 AeroBlade and Xsporter Load Bar Adapter for Criterium Bike Rack

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Question:

Bought the car used, came with the side rails F to B and cross bars R to L that say Volvo but I assume they are rebranded Thule parts. Sweden style. What t-slot adapter bolts do I need to attach my already owned Thule ski rack and bike rack criterium?

asked by: Ramsey

Expert Reply:

I checked with Thule and they tell me that your roof rack is not a Thule roof rack. However, that doesn't mean the hardware to connect your Thule products will not work anyway. But you'll want to measure to make sure first.

I went out and measured the adapters that are made for your Criterium which are # XADAPT8. The head is 3/4 inch square and 1/8 inch thick. The shaft of the long bolt is 2-3/8 inches long and the shaft of the short bolt is 1-3/8 inches long. See the picture I've attached.

We also have adapters for the Thule ski racks, # THXADAPT7, that are likely what you need. This will fit the Flat Top and Pull Top ski and snowboard carriers.

expert reply by: Charles S