Do you have to have cross bars for a Ford Explorer 2014?
766830
I still haven't mounted mine. The cross bars on my Magnum are to wide and you do need the cross bars.
766831
You need to have some type of cross bars to mount the racks on. I have them mounted on a Subaru Forrester
766832
As far as I can see with mine there is no way to mount without cross bars. You also have to drill holes to mount. Unless your handy get assistance to help lining up. Also think how to get up and down. It is a long way up there. I use a picnic table at park stepladder at home. I own a Jeep Commander but both about same height. If more questions feel free to contact.
766833
Yes, my 4runner x-bars were a tad wide, so I permanently mounted to them. But I haul bikes a lot, so it works for me. Have replaced nuts, bolts, & washers with stainless.
766834
Yes, and make sure that they are not too wide. The brackets only accommodate about a 2 1/2 inch wide cross bar. I ended up getting trailer hitch and trailer hitch bike rack.
997822
Only the cross bars are included. There is another crossbar set that doesn't require rails, E361SFJ000.
1923217
If you go to the Yakima Fit Guide on their website you can enter your vehicle specifics. In your case you will find that the answer is yes. You need crossbars, either factory or aftermarket...
1066110
Yes, you will need cross bars running from the passenger to driver side in order to secure the storage bag. However if the factory rails running along each side from front to back have openings, you may be able to turn the bag sideways and run the mounting straps through the rail openings.
2160833
You will need the cross bars in order for this to fit your vehicle, and it does not come with any. That will be a separate purchase depending on your vehicles set up.My family and I used this for a 4 day trip out to Sequoia National forest. We packed up in San Diego and headed north on our 6 hour drive with no issues. I am pleased with the overall quality of this product, now I just need to find time to get back out to another camp ground.
1258549
Our Ford Expedition has oval shaped 2 1/2 inch wide cross bars which are also oval. Works well with our rack.
1649759
You are in luck! You won't have much of a problem fitting this sled as the mounts are a crescent chape and fit many crossbar shapes. I have a Subura Outback 2014 with factory cross bars and it fits without a hitch (insert drum roll).Btw, the Thule bars aren't that bad. Matter of fact, I'm pretty sure your "factory" crossbars are probably made by Thule. Either that or Yakima.
552745
No. If you look closely at the black insert strips on the roof, you will see two little black covers on each strip that slide out to reveal the mounting blocks. Just make sure you read the instructions and have the bars facing the right way. Very easy installation. Note: These are for the 2014 only! Earlier models don't have the mounting blocks.
2186165
You need the rails to be able to install the cross bars. If you don't have the rails you will need to investigate an aftermarket luggage rack that utilizes tie-down straps that hook in the door frame.
838459
The only model that comes with roof rails (the base to which you attach the cross bars) already installed are the CR-V EX-L (Leather) and EX-L Navi. Got leather? You have the side rails. No leather? No side rails. The dealer wanted $850 to install the rails and crossbars on a 2014 CR-V with cloth seats. Amazon is much cheaper, but you will have to attach the side rails to the car yourself or pay a garage or body shop to do it. I just ordered the crossbars to go on my EX-L that already has the rails. Amazon saved me over $500!
1029542
Yes. The limited has the side rails. The crossbars are for years 2011 to current 2014.
70720
You might check their website. I had cross bars on my roof rack and they mounted no problem.
811350
There shouldn't be a problem. The unit hardware provided is adjustable. However, if you do not have crossbars installed on your vehicle you will need to provide these yourself.
1212216
Yes, the cross bars are designed so they can be adjusted to various widths. When I installed then on my 2013 Highlander I took off only the front end caps and slide the both bars into the side bar tracks. Once they are in the tracks you tighten them down with the thumb screws. Important, be very careful when taking off the end caps, searched You Tube for video's.
790453
No. The length of the crossbar and fitting format changed in 2009. This version continues to fit the 2014. You need a different crossbar for the 2006 Pilot. The latter version covered several years. I put the former version on my 2004 Pilot. This former crossbar remains available from some Amazon vendors. I recommend that you avoid after market, non-Honda original parts. I have seen these and they lack the sturdiness and fit of the Honda original equipment.
163750
This is to fit a single din space. The screen goes into radio. For your explorer you would need a dash kit so it fills the space of your old factory radio.
642741
I have the 2015 Subaru Outback, as well. The racks do fit on the factory crossbars. You'll have to ratchet the fasteners pretty tightly, but the rack will fit snugly once that's done.