Lost in a sea of cross bars and roof racks.

[Spartan007]

Thule has measurements under the bar where the towers slide in, both sides need to read the same number and it's perfectly centered everytime without fail. You only need the tools provided, a tape measurer is not really needed for install

So was able to install pretty easily and so happy with the look! one thing I noticed after i was done was that the arrows on the footpad were not centered on the foot pads (a shade to the right/left). Do you think this will be an issue?

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[Spartan007]

So was able to install pretty easily and so happy with the look! one thing I noticed after i was done was that the arrows on the footpad were not centered on the foot pads (a shade to the right/left). Do you think this will be an issue?

*centered on the roof rails

 

[bjbena]

So I'm new to roof racks. I've got the Ford on-road crossbars on order. Can I basically use any 'attachment' with the OEM crossbars? Basically, I'm interested in these: https://accessories.ford.com/products/yakima-rack-mounted-x-large-cargo-basket-1
https://accessories.ford.com/products/yakima-large-roof-mounted-cargo-platform-1
https://accessories.ford.com/products/thule-x-large-rack-mounted-cargo-box

Will they work with OEM crossbars or do the crossbars have to match the rack?

 

[adkat]

For those that got the Thule system, did you get the 53" or 60" crossbars?

 

[adkat]

thule !!!!!

pricey tho.
versatile. everything from 2x4 to ikea boxes to rooftop tent.

Are these the 53" or 60" Thule crossbars?

 

[AndyMac204]

Are these the 53" or 60" Thule crossbars?

i want to say they are the 53 inch. i can double check when i get home after work.

 

[adkat]

i want to say they are the 53 inch. i can double check when i get home after work.

Thanks! Much appreciated.

 

[Bill G]

Just installed some "universal" cross bars from Harbor Freight. They are 53" long, rated for 150#, and come ready to install for only $79. The only assembly was to adjust the over-hang, tighten the mounts, and tap in the end caps. Once on the car they seem really solid, and will certainly do what I need -- nothing fancy; also not $500-600.
I installed these on a Badlands with a moon roof, without a problem. Put the front bar just behind the glass on the closed moon roof; glass clears in all positions, though it might not go full open with a basket or object mounted. It looks like it would work in the "vent" position no matter what.
There is some overhang side-to-side as they come, but you could trim them prior to installation if it bothers you -- doesn't really bother me.
If all you need is some cross bars for once-in-a-while light use I can recommend these, and you can't beat the price!

 

[ErikaFrzn]

Just installed some "universal" cross bars from Harbor Freight. They are 53" long, rated for 150#, and come ready to install for only $79. The only assembly was to adjust the over-hang, tighten the mounts, and tap in the end caps. Once on the car they seem really solid, and will certainly do what I need -- nothing fancy; also not $500-600.
I installed these on a Badlands with a moon roof, without a problem. Put the front bar just behind the glass on the closed moon roof; glass clears in all positions, though it might not go full open with a basket or object mounted. It looks like it would work in the "vent" position no matter what.
There is some overhang side-to-side as they come, but you could trim them prior to installation if it bothers you -- doesn't really bother me.
If all you need is some cross bars for once-in-a-while light use I can recommend these, and you can't beat the price!

I was just looking at these a couple days ago and considering purchasing them. Glad to hear they not only fit, but seem to be of decent quality.
The only complaint I have is the color, I would prefer black.
I am unfamiliar with coatings, weather repellent, etc. Anyone have advice for a coating that won’t come off too easily?

 

[Bill G]

I was just looking at these a couple days ago and considering purchasing them. Glad to hear they not only fit, but seem to be of decent quality.
The only complaint I have is the color, I would prefer black.
I am unfamiliar with coatings, weather repellent, etc. Anyone have advice for a coating that won’t come off too easily?

I imagine, if you were careful and masked well you could spray the gray parts of the brackets flat/satin black. The bars don't look bad in the unpolished aluminum -- at least with my carbon gray BS.

 

[ErikaFrzn]

I imagine, if you were careful and masked well you could spray the gray parts of the brackets flat/satin black. The bars don't look bad in the unpolished aluminum -- at least with my carbon gray BS.

they absolutely look good on your carbon gray sport in that finish, but wouldn’t match well with the cactus gray I have, at least imo.
would a hyperdip suffice, or just regular spray paint?

 

[Bill G]

they absolutely look good on your carbon gray sport in that finish, but wouldn’t match well with the cactus gray I have, at least imo.
would a hyperdip suffice, or just regular spray paint?

Think any paint or dip would end up scratched off over time. You might look into hanging the bars anodized — no idea how much $$$$$ that would be

 

[ErikaFrzn]

Forget

Think any paint or dip would end up scratched off over time. You might look into hanging the bars anodized — no idea how much $$$$$ that would be

forget that, I'll just order the OMAC ones from Amazon

 

[DISCOLEG]

I ordered this set and really like them. Easy to install. I used thread locker on the screws so they should never vibrate loose. They use the torx head screw with the pin in the center. If that makes a difference.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09331HZGB?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

A little cheaper that the ones with the key lock

Do you have Outer Banks? I don't understand why this style of bars say they are not for BL OB or FE, I thought width was the same on all models

 

[thekingprawn]

Do you have Outer Banks? I don't understand why this style of bars say they are not for BL OB or FE, I thought width was the same on all models

The roof bars were different on certain trims in '21.

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