How to Use a Thule Hullavator on a 2013 BMW X3
Updated 08/14/2014 | Published 08/13/2014
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Can the Thule Hullavator fit the 2013 BMW factory aero cross bars. Car is a 2013 BMW X3 with BMW factory cross bars.
asked by: Dennis S
Expert Reply:
The thing about the Thule Hullavator part # TH898 is that it HAS to go on Thule crossbars. The reason is that this thing puts quite a bit of torque on the roof rack of a vehicle so the only bars they tested that are compatible the Thule Aero or Thule square.
You would need to remove the BMW bars you had installed and install a Thule rack to install the Hullavator. For a Thule rack I would recommend the WingBar aero, for that you would need the following parts:
47 inch Crossbars part # TH711200
Thule Foot Pack # TH710601
Thule Roof Rack Fit Kit part # TH186007
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