Are Yakima or Thule attachments compatible with VUE rack?

Discussion in 'Saturn VUE' started by John, Feb 1, 2005.

  1. John

    John Guest

    I just bought a 2004 VUE. Before I order Saturn's roof rack crossbars,
    I was wondering if Yakima or Thule attachments are compatible. I have
    a Yakima kayak rack and a Thule cargo box.

    I already have some Yakima Q-Towers from the car I traded in. I don't
    suppose Yakima makes any Q-Clips for the VUE, do they?

    John
     
    John, Feb 1, 2005
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  2. John

    Steph Guest

    go to Yakima.com and put in your car's info, it will tell you exactly what
    options you have and the MSRP for each piece.
     
    Steph, Feb 1, 2005
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  3. John

    John Guest

    Yeah, they don't mention any support for the VUE at all. :(

    Has anyone tried installing Yakima's permanently-mounted rack (the one
    with tracks) to a VUE?

    John
     
    John, Feb 2, 2005
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  4. John

    Steph Guest

    I didn't recall what yeay VUE, so entered in a 2004 Vue.
    The only roof accessory Yakima supports is a carrier cage, with the
    following notes:


    Weight Limit: 100lbs.

    Maximum allowable weight load is 100 lbs.
    MightyMounts are not required; Warrior/box installs directly onto
    factory racks. The total weight of Warrior/box and your load must not
    exceed Yakima's recommended weight limit for this vehicle's rack.
    Check your vehicle before purchasing this product. Some models may not
    be equipped with factory crossbars.

    Obviously a 1 1/4" or 2" hitch reciever would provide more functionality
    here.
     
    Steph, Feb 2, 2005
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  5. John

    Steph Guest


    Sorry, I should have been more specific,
    The Load Warrior Cage is made from round tubing and will support ski,
    bike, and boat mounts directlyto the basket's accesory bars.
    MSRP is $290, but any Yakima mounts you already own should work with
    it.
     
    Steph, Feb 2, 2005
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  6. John

    Paul Elliot Guest

    I have a 2004 Vue and I use both Thule and Yakima roof accessories. I
    use the Saturn crossbars so I need the Wide Mouth clamps. Everything
    works fine so far!
    Paul Elliot
    SJ, CA
     
    Paul Elliot, Feb 8, 2005
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