Audi Base Carrier Bars (Avant) + Thule Pulltop Ski Carrier?

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12-03-2003, 12:23 PM

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Audi Base Carrier Bars (Avant) + Thule Pulltop Ski Carrier?

Are the Audi base carrier bars (for avant) compatible with the Thule ski carriers? I'm looking for a ski carrier and it looks like the Thule pulltop is better than the one that audi sells (which is the standard 4 ski, fixed rack.)

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12-03-2003, 03:50 PM

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Can be tricky..

You'll need one of the linked foot options.

I use the 415, becuase you can use a longer bar. BUT, the newer 751 looks interesting and a bit more simple.

NOTE: the 415 may not provide enough clearance between your rook and the clamps that are used. I had to purhcase extra rubber pads and stack them on the top section of the foot in order to create (<1mm) clearance. I've seen others that were luckier...more clearance.

Dunno what the 751xt is? Will see...

P.S. Get a box for your skis. Worth it the first time you leave them inside overnight in a rain/sleet storm.

Derek Daily
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