Can I Cut The Malone AirFlow2 # MPG216 To Make Them Shorter?

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I have 2019 VW sportwagen. It has the factory rails. They seem to be about 37 inches apart. The Malones say they are 58 inches. Thats a lot of metal at eye level sticking out past the car. Can these be cu shorter?

asked by: Tom S

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It is up to you if you wanted to cut these Malone bars # MPG216. What I would suggest is getting the 50 inch version # MPG215 so you don't have to cut anything.

expert reply by: Adam E

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Answer 1

The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack, part #MPG215, cannot be cut down. However, these are a confirmed fit for your 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. It's designed to fit around raised rails, so the 50" isn't what fits on the rails. It's…

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Answer 2

Yes, a trailer that is nose up can cause big problems. A level trailer is ideal and worth working toward for safety. The good news is that you can get the trailer almost exactly level with switching ball mounts. This is where an adjustable ball mount…

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Answer 3

The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part #MPG215 and the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part #MPG216 will both fit your 2018 Jeep Cherokee if you have the silver colored side rails. The only difference between them is length, 50" long vs 58" long. I…

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The manufacturer does not call out a specific size t-bolt that must be used with the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part #MPG216. This information would do you no good anyhow as roof rack accessories don't call out the size of the t-bolt used in their…

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Answer 5

It is possible to shorten the crossbars of the Malone AirFlow 2 part #MPG216 which is 58 inches but an easier option might be to go with the 50 inch version part #MPG215.

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Answer 6

The Rhino Rack Load Stops part #RRRLH2 fit the Malone AirFlow2 crossbars like the part #MPG216 that you referenced. Using these with some straps like the Rhino-Rack Cam Buckle Cinch Straps #RRRTD35P would be a really solid choice to carry the…

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Answer 7

Yes, the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part #MPG215 and the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part #MPG216 will both fit the raised factory side rails on your 2017 Subaru Forester. The only difference between them is length as you alluded to, 50" long vs…

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Answer 8

Yep, the two are 100 percent compatible. The Rhino-Rack Ski and Snowboard Carrier #RR576 will absolutely fit the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MPG216.

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Answer 9

Hello Reyes; at this time (September 2024) there are no Rhino-Rack roof racks confirmed to fit your 2024 GMC Acadia AT4. The only roof racks we have that are confirmed to fit your raised rails are from Malone like the AirFlow2 #MAL74AR or #MPG215.

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Answer 10

Hi David, I'd love to give you a static and dynamic weight limit of the Front Runner Slimline II Platform Rack #FR47VV for your 2024 Toyota 4Runner but Front Runner declines to provide those ratings. They specifically say "The Front Runner…

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Answer 11

For a floor protector that will cover the entirety of the rear cargo on your 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid (which wouldn't be considered the EV) your best option is with the etrailer Cargo Area Protector #e98877. This is more of a universal cover,…

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Answer 12

The factory brake controller connector on your 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is located under the dash behind the hood latch, as shown in the provided photo. Keep in mind, the connector will only be there if the vehicle has the factory tow package which…

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