Roof Rack and Assisted Kayak Carrier for Truck Camper Shell Recommendation for Easy Loading

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Hi, Im looking for a way to somewhat more easily load this 90 lb boat on top of my 02 Toyota Tundra. It has a Leer cap on the back which I am willing to drill holes into. I pull a travel trailer so cant always just hang it out the back. I have an old Yakima round-bar roof rack but with the cap on the back its impossible to get it up there without a crane. Would prefer a one-man operation as my wife isnt all that strong.

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I think your best option would be to get a TracRac CapRac Ladder Rack for Camper Shell/Truck Cap # TH29200XT
for a roof rack system that will install on your camper shell.

Then for an assisted kayak carrier the Thule Hullavator part # TH898 would be your best option. It lowers down on the side of the vehicle to make loading and unloading the kayak very easy.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Bill B.

5/19/2020

What would be the best set up for carrying two kayaks on the roof top of a 2019 Jeep wrangler 4 door sport. The bars and kayak kit. The roof is rated at 150 lbs. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Chris R.

5/22/2020

Starting with the roof rack I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex System that consists of parts # RRVA150B-2, # RRVA-FK1-2, # RRRL110S5-2. Then for the carriers themselves, I like going with a separate J-style carrier on each side of the crossbars for easier loading - 2 of the etrailer # e98878 will work perfectly.

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Answer 4

The best way to use the Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier #TH898 on your new truck is indeed by adding a Thule track system like the 60" #THTB60. This way you can use your existing components without issue to assemble the full roof rack system.…

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'Sup Kevin (see what I did there?). I do have a solution for you, but the Thule SUP Taxi #TH810001 and the Yakima SUPDawg #Y04075 are not going to work with the TruXedo Elevate Rack System #TX24NV. The TruXedo system has crossbars that are…

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Answer 6

Hi Ben; unfortunately, the Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 will not fit your Hyundai factory roof rack. The Hullavator requires crossbars that extend 4" - 8" beyond the feet for proper clearance so you will need to put on an aftermarket rack to…

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Answer 8

Hello Stewart; yes, it can. For the Hullavator, Thule states your crossbar must extend out past the towers by 4"-8". As long as your crossbars meet this spec, the support bars can be placed as far outboard as they can go. The picture below…

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Answer 9

The Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist with Tie-Downs - Side Loading #TH898 requires 4-8 inches of crossbar overhang past the towers to ensure there is no vehicle contact. I recommend using this same measurement as a guide for use on…

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Answer 10

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Hey Cody, We can get your 2025 Ram 1500 set up with a complete flat tow setup, and there are options for you regarding the baseplate, from both Demco and Blue Ox. Keep in mind this depends on the model of your '25 Ram 1500: - Demco Tabless Base…

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Answer 12

Winter is that time where it's normal to want to pack up, store, and winterize your warm weather outdoor accessories. Removing a Hullavator isn't too hard - in the up position (arms retracted on top of cross bars), unlock the swing-arm and…

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