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Roof rack.....wracking my brain over what to do

posted by  davidm on  Wed Aug 27 05:53 CST 2003
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Go with the Volvo/Thule system....or buy a Yakima set?
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David
1998 S70 T5SE // misc mods (mostly lighting) // red calipers // Michelin Pilots
1992 940 GLE//SilverStars//Hella MicroDE








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    Roof rack.....wracking my brain over what to do

    posted by  MWM on  Wed Aug 27 07:00 CST 2003
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    I own both a Yakima system and a Thule system for bikes and boats. They're both good products - neither is a bad choice. I like Thule's cargo boxes better although I don't own a box. Yakima bars seem stronger while my Thule's have gently bent under a big load. I'd avoid the Volvo stuff even if it's made by Thule. I've owned my racks for over a dozen years and can still easily get replacement parts. I'm not sure you could do that with Volvo.

    Many dealers sell both. See how they fit on your car with your gear.








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      Roof rack.....wracking my brain over Yakima

      posted by  davidm on  Sat Aug 30 12:04 CST 2003
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      I did wind up with Yakima. The round bars can handle much higher weight, the system can be configured infinitely, and there's a fully-stocked dealer with great prices just 10 minutes away.

      The wind fairing in front was a necessity - without it my car sounded like it was in a tornado.

      I used a 15 cu-ft box from Sears (mfr'd by Thule) which I had to adapt with u-bolts to accommodate the S70's short 32-inch spread between bars. Really, Volvo could have put the pin receptacles closer to the A and C pillars for at least 36 inches, if not more.

      My usually refined car takes on a jaunty look with the rack up top.
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      David
      1998 S70 T5SE // misc mods (mostly lighting) // red calipers // Michelin Pilots
      1992 940 GLE//SilverStars//Hella MicroDE







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