Hullavator Arm Levers Do Not Completely Depress, Preventing Arms from Lifting

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My hullavator Handles will not depressed fully to allow it to be unlocked from the down position. I was wondering if there something that I’m doing wrong is it a issue with the product, I have owned my product for approximately six months

asked by: Mechelle

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Expert Reply:

In this case, you'll want to make sure that you are pulling towards you when you're starting to load the kayak back up to the top of the vehicle. You will need to pull a little harder than you think you would when you first depress the handles.

I've included a video of our demo team loading a kayak using the Thule Hullavator Pro, part # TH898 so you can follow along and watch their process.

If the arms are damaged, then you'll want to purchase replacement arms, as part # TH753352303.

expert reply by: Jacob W

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Answer 1

The Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier #TH898 can be installed around square crossbars or onto T-track crossbars like the Yakima JetStream Crossbars #Y00425. I attached the detailed installation instructions below. A quick summary though is to install the…

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Answer 2

Hello John, thanks for reaching out. Yes, we do have a Thule roof rack that will allow you to install the Hullavator #TH898 on your 2015 Subaru Forester. For that I recommend the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Raised Rails - Aluminum -…

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Answer 3

Hey John, we'd be glad to help you pick out the best lift assisted kayak carrier for your 2026 Subaru Outback Wagon! I think the Thule Hullavator part #TH898 would be your best option as it is a little easier to use and load so that's what I…

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Hey Melinda, it is possible to fit two of the Thule Hullavator kayak carriers #TH898 on the roof of your 2016 Ford Explorer but you will need to install and aftermarket roof rack with slightly longer crossbars like the Rhino Rack part #RR98VE. Your…

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Hello Geoffrey, thanks for reaching out. You are on the right track here. On your 2024 Acura RDX a 60" bar would be cutting it close. We can do a roof rack with a longer bar; we would just have to part it out separately instead of doing a full…

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Answer 6

Hi Robert! Sweet kayaks! Using two of the Thule Hullavators #TH898 on the roof of your 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness is looking like it may be a no-go. With them being 36" wide, you would need to have at least 68" of useable crossbar…

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Answer 7

The door clamp style of roof racks like the Inno part #INB137, #INSUT, and #INK685 do not allow water to leak into the vehicle. If you check out the picture I attached you can see that the clamp actually fits above the door seal.

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Answer 8

The minimum cross bar spread to install the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs part #TH898 is 24" apart. So the bars must be at least 24" apart for safe use. The maximum cross bar spread is 36" so it only…

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Answer 9

Depending on how long your Hallavator #TH898 has been on your vehicle, the most common problem with the handles when loading is the need for lubrication on the mechanism. For this solution, I recommend silicone or white lithium spray grease.

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