Ryansaplanpt Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 Can anyone recommend an inexpensive roof rack and container for luggage? I've never bought one of these nor have I installed them. I'm not sure what to expect, I'd appreciate help anyone can provide. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 What year? Some years have cross bars, some don't. I have one if those collapsible ones I got off eBay for like $30. It works well for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryansaplanpt Posted May 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2015 I have a 2015. It's bare at the top of our journey. I'm not sure what to buy. Did you get a luggage container for yours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silenze Posted May 24, 2015 Report Share Posted May 24, 2015 Do you have a hitch? The platforms that go on the hitch would be better for fuel economy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted May 24, 2015 Report Share Posted May 24, 2015 If you have nothing on the roof, you probably cannot use a rooftop carrier. Most require at least the side rails. Mine is similar to this. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Roof-Cargo-Top-Vehicle-Luggage-Rack-Bag-Storage-Carrier-Rainproof-Rooftop-/231553155508?hash=item35e9a4c1b4&vxp=mtr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryansaplanpt Posted May 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 What about the Thule autoblade kits? Can you install those without drilling holes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted May 28, 2015 Report Share Posted May 28, 2015 What about the Thule autoblade kits? Can you install those without drilling holes? Contact the manunfacturer and ask. IMO, none of the roof top carrires require drilling holes. Who would want to do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medabum Posted June 17, 2015 Report Share Posted June 17, 2015 Hey Ryan, I am new to the forum here so I apologize for the delay. Mounting a roof rack is no problem. You need three components: Bars, foot pack, and a fit kit. Since you don't have factory running rails you would need a Thule foot pack 480 and fit kit 1658. The fit kit is car model specific and the 480 foot pack is thules universal foot for almost any vehicle without rails or fixed mounting points. The 480 holds the fit kit and bar into place while the fit kit is contoured and hooks ino the vehicles door. The ONLY car I've come across that needs to be drilled is a wrangler. Any journey with running Bars (sxt or crossroad) needs a 450 foot pack. Here is a link of what you probably need http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/buyers-guide?c=roof+racks&q=vTWnzp6Aq Let me know if you have any questions as I've been installing these for a long time. http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/buyers-guide?c=roof+racks&q=vTWnzp6Aq Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted June 17, 2015 Report Share Posted June 17, 2015 Hey Ryan, I am new to the forum here so I apologize for the delay. Mounting a roof rack is no problem. You need three components: Bars, foot pack, and a fit kit. Since you don't have factory running rails you would need a Thule foot pack 480 and fit kit 1658. The fit kit is car model specific and the 480 foot pack is thules universal foot for almost any vehicle without rails or fixed mounting points. The 480 holds the fit kit and bar into place while the fit kit is contoured and hooks ino the vehicles door. The ONLY car I've come across that needs to be drilled is a wrangler. Any journey with running Bars (sxt or crossroad) needs a 450 foot pack. Here is a link of what you probably need http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/buyers-guide?c=roof+racks&q=vTWnzp6Aq Let me know if you have any questions as I've been installing these for a long time. http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/buyers-guide?c=roof+racks&q=vTWnzp6Aq I believe he said "inexpensive"....lol.... $475 for just the bars? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onecrazyfoo4u Posted June 17, 2015 Report Share Posted June 17, 2015 Don't exaggerate...it's $474.85 rolly and jkeaton 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medabum Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 My bad... Find some new housing builds and steal some scrap 2x4,plastic garbage can,and a circular saw after everyone goes home. Cut the 2x4 to length and strap everything down with ratcheting straps. If available make sure to use your leaf tarp to keep everything dry. Return the circular saw before the morning. Or you could invest in a car rack that would transfer to multiple vehicles in the future for the price of three day admissions to watch 30 yr old actors in parades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medabum Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 Indeed!... If you dont have it... That's why you need it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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