Can Factory Roof Rails be Installed on a 2013 Ford Edge

Updated 06/26/2020 | Published 07/19/2017

Question:

I bought some factory roof side rails that run front to back . Are their holes already in the roof if not how hard is it to install

asked by: Lamar

Expert Reply:

Installing the factory roof rails that run front to back for a 2013 Ford Edge that currently has a naked roof will require drilling. Since it's a factory rack I can't really say how labor intensive the install is. I would check with a Ford dealership.

Once you get the side rails installed you'll need cross bars as well. A great economical option are the Malone AirFlow2 Aero Crossbars # MPG216. They're 58 inch crossbars with a 165 pound capacity and include locks.

expert reply by: Charles S

David W.

6/24/2020

Did you install the factory rails and if so how difficult?

Chris R.

6/26/2020

Unfortunately that's not something that we handle. Those side rails are typically factory components, so you may need to check with a local dealer (whichever make your vehicle is) to see how this could be done.