Can the etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Bag # 988501 Be Used on the Roof of a 2008 Dodge Nitro
Published 06/30/2009
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We have a 2008 Dodge Nitro. Can this be used as a roof top cargo bag? Thank you.
asked by: Erica L
Expert Reply:
The etrailer.com bag, item # 988501, is not recommended to be used as a rooftop cargo bag, due to the size and height of the bag. The bag works great or a hitch mounted cargo carrier, but it's about as aerodynamic as a brick so it wouldn't be the best choice for a roof mount.
As long as your vehicle has a roof rack to tie a bag down to, I would recommend the Thule Outbound Roof Rack Cargo Bag, part # TH868. This bag offers 13 cubic feet of storage, and is covered by a limited lifetime warranty.
I would also recommend a tire step like part # HE4040, which would make accessing your rooftop cargo much easier.
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etrailer Cargo Carrier Bag - Water Resistant - 20 cu. ft. - 59" x 24" x 24"
- Hitch Cargo Carrier Bag
- Water Resistant
- Large
- 59L x 24W x 24T Inch
- Black
- etrailer
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