How to Install a Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Basket?
Updated 08/01/2017 | Published 07/31/2017
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What is the link for the Thule Roof mounted cargo for a 2011 Subaru Outback so I may view on your site? And, Is it easy to install without having to drill any holes?
asked by: Mitchell
Expert Reply:
The Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Basket, part # TH859XT, is an attachment for roof bars that are attached to the car. They do not require any additional drilling to assemble.
If you do not have raised side rails, I recommend the Thule WingBar kit, consisting of
- 47 inch WingBars, part # TH711200 in silver or # TH711220 in black
- Podium Roof Mount Feet, part # TH460R
- Thule Fit Kit, part # THKIT3068
If you do have raised side rails, I recommend the same WingBars except you need the Evo raised rail feet, part # TH710401, instead of the feet and fit kit.
I've included a review of the cargo basket on a 2013 Subaru Outback Wagon so you can get an idea of what the finished product looks like.
After installing the roof kit, you can then install the cargo basket.
I recommend also obtaining a tube of Loctite Gasket Maker, part # LT37467 to seal the two pieces of the cargo basket together and prevent internal rust from forming inside the bars.
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Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket - Steel - 49" x 40" x 6" - 150 lbs
- Roof Basket
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Steel
- 150 lbs
- Medium Capacity
- Black
- Thule
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