Roof Rack for 2011 Toyota Sienna to Carry Thule Hullavator Kayak Rack

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I would like to get a Thule Hullavator for a kayak. What cross bars should I get for my 2011 Toyota Sienna roof rack so that it will be compatible with the Thule Hullavotor. I was told that I need 8 inches clearance. Thanks

asked by: Lai N

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Expert Reply:

A longer roof rack for your 2011 Toyota Sienna like the Malone AirFlow2 part # MPG216 would be a really great option with the Thule Hullavator part # TH898 since it likes more overhang past the feet of the rack. Ideally you have 4 to 8 inches of clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

There are two ways to connect the Thule Hullavator to your crossbars, clamp on or use the T-slot. Clamp on requires square bars and T-Track requires a Thule Crossbar. If you have raised side rails on your vehicle, the SteelTop #MPG203 will just clamp…

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Answer 2

The Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 requires at least 28.5" of usable bar space, and between 4"-8" of those need to be outside of the mounting feet of the roof rack. For this reason I recommend going with the 58" long bars on the…

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Answer 3

All you need is to get at least 4 to 8 inches of overhang on the side you're planning on putting the hullavator #TH898. That being said, you can offset the Airflow 2 #MPG217 to one side to get that overhang at least on one side. I recommend doing…

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Answer 4

Yes, that is correct the Thule Hullavator Pro item #TH898 does indeed work with the 58 "Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack item #MPG216. These mount to the raised rails on the 2016 Chevy Equinox and will give you plenty of room to use the lift assist…

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Answer 5

The Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier #TH898 has the ability to mount in crossbar channels, but it doesn't come with T-bolts. What you do is use the included hardware which allows you to do so, and you can see this starting on page 7 of the…

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Answer 6

I do have some options for you but the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part #TH898 won't work with the factory roof rack on your 2006 Toyota Sienna because the mounting feet do not have the 4" of overhang that is required for the…

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Answer 7

The Thule Hullavator part #TH898 is an assisted-load kayak carrier that allows you to load the kayak at a lower height and then push the carrier and kayak up onto the roof. It's a great solution, but you need to have an aftermarket roof rack…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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Answer 11

Hey Rob, the Malone AirFlow2 part #MAL74AR that you referenced is exactly what you are looking for. This is a solid roof rack confirmed to fit the raised rails of your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek that doesn't break the bank. It's by far the best…

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Answer 12

I'm sorry for the confusion Doug as this is a common issue with our fit guide with vehicles like your 2024 Subaru Outback. On the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MAL74AR you found we list both excluding Wilderness and Wilderness to say it will fit…

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