Should the Replacement Bottom Channel Cover for Thule AeroBlade Bars Be Glued

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Does this need to be glued in?

asked by: Byron D

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The Replacement Bottom Channel Cover for Thule AeroBlade Load Bars # 852-4498-001 does not need to be glued into place; it should fit snugly because of the barbed sides on the strip that will keep it in the channel. I've linked a photo from our product page that shows this. If you wanted to provide it with some extra security, you could use some small amounts of super glue.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

The part number you mentioned is the Subaru/Thule Aeroblade crossbar so for a replacement rubber strip you would need the part #TH69JH.

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Answer 2

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

Hey Elizabeth! I found online that Subaru Crosstreks from 2019-2023 used SOA567X060, which correlates to Thule 47" Aeroblade crossbars, which is Thule's part number ARB47. Unfortunately, this product has been discontinued, but we do still…

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Answer 6

Hello Jeff, Then correct replacement for your Thule Aeroblade (not the edge) is the Replacement Rubber Strip for Thule Aero Load Bars 53" #TH853354407. The Replacement Cover Strip with Pattern for Thule AeroBlade Edge Cross Bars - 59" Long…

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Answer 7

I do have an alternative. The Universal MightyMounts for Yakima Roof Mounted Accessories #Y03590 is exactly what you need. Since these are designed to work with your Yakima HighRoller you can be sure everything is safe and secure. They will fit…

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Answer 8

For your 2007 Saab 9-3 with factory rails, I recommend the Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4 #TH710401 which is compatible with the bars you mentioned, that are often simply referred to as square bars even though…

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Answer 9

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Answer 10

Hey Genya, thanks for reaching out and giving me all of the details! The correct replacement strip for the Thule WingBar Edge Roof Rack #TH86RG on your 2015 Audi A3 is the Kit #1500052989, which is just 2 sets of the 54242 that you found on the Thule…

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Answer 11

It sounds like you are needing the replacement rubber strips for the bottom channel of your Thule AeroBlade Load Bars. For this you will just need the Replacement Bottom Channel Cover #852-4498-001. These are direct replacements for your crossbars…

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