ctenidae
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Since we got a new car (2006 Acura TSX), we have to get new roof racks (we had Saab ones before that fit into built-in hardpoints on the car. That was sweet). We want to get the Aero bars, since they look nicer and $50 is a small price to pay for being able to have the sunroof open.
Thule calls for the 53 inch bars for our car, but I'm thinking it's not needed, and would rather go with the 43's to avoid the excess overhang. the 43's will fit easily on the back (40 inches side to side), but it's almost exactly 43 inches across in the front.
So, here's the question- how adjustable is the hook on the Thule towers? Is it possible to move the towers in about an inch from the edge of the door, or will the hook not extend out that far? If I have to go with the 53 inch bars, I will, but then I'll probably get them cut down to avoid braining myself every time I get out of the car.
REI in Natick (and presumably everywhere else) is having a sale this weekend- 20% off. I know it applies to Thule gear, but I'm not sure if everything in the store is on sale, so we can get the whole shebang for a little less than $200, which works for me. We'll probably buy the 43 inch bars and try to mount them in the parking lot, but I'd like to have an idea if there's no sense in even trying the 43's.
On a side note, anyone need a Saab roof rack?
Thule calls for the 53 inch bars for our car, but I'm thinking it's not needed, and would rather go with the 43's to avoid the excess overhang. the 43's will fit easily on the back (40 inches side to side), but it's almost exactly 43 inches across in the front.
So, here's the question- how adjustable is the hook on the Thule towers? Is it possible to move the towers in about an inch from the edge of the door, or will the hook not extend out that far? If I have to go with the 53 inch bars, I will, but then I'll probably get them cut down to avoid braining myself every time I get out of the car.
REI in Natick (and presumably everywhere else) is having a sale this weekend- 20% off. I know it applies to Thule gear, but I'm not sure if everything in the store is on sale, so we can get the whole shebang for a little less than $200, which works for me. We'll probably buy the 43 inch bars and try to mount them in the parking lot, but I'd like to have an idea if there's no sense in even trying the 43's.
On a side note, anyone need a Saab roof rack?
