Question:
I have a 2014 juke. thnking about a roof rack for occasional trips to the lumber yard, 2X4s and such. I can find cross barsside to side but what would I tie the lumber to to keep it from sliding?
asked by: Craig N
Expert Reply:
What I recommend is to add some load stops to the roof rack crossbars so that you can support the load side to side and use straps to secure the lumber front to back and tie off to the load stops.
First you will need a roof rack for your 2014 Nissan Juke. The most cost effective roof rack that is a true custom fit is from Inno using square bars # INB117, feet # INSUT, and fit kit # INK399.
Then for load stops I recommend # TH503 because they are designed to fit Tule square bars which have the exact same dimensions as the Inno bars listed above.
We have all kinds of ratchet straps. For an inexpensive set you can use # 05519 which comes with 4 straps that are 6 feet long. Be sure to consult the vehicle owner's manual and/or Nissan for the roof weight carrying capacity prior to loading.
Erickson Easy Ratchet Tie-Down Straps w/ Release Levers - 1" x 6' - 660 lbs - Qty 4
Inno Square Crossbars - Steel - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2
Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS200, XS250, and INSU-K5 Roof Rack Feet
Inno Feet for Square Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Black - Qty 4
Thule Load Stops for Load Bars (Qty 4)
Rola Roof Cargo Basket - Steel - 54-1/2" Long x 40-1/2" Wide x 5" Deep - 130 lbs
