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Mar 18, 2024 | 07:17 AM

husky1055

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Roof rack recommendations?

On my 2023 rx350 there are 4 covered slots on the 2 roof trims for lack of a better word. Is there a recommendation for a roof rack? Thanks.

Mar 18, 2024 | 08:19 AM

Urlik

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Pano or nonpano roof?

Mar 18, 2024 | 08:25 AM

husky1055

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Non panoramic roof. Just regular moon roof.

Mar 18, 2024 | 08:41 AM

Urlik

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OEM bars should work then.

Mar 18, 2024 | 09:52 AM

CommodoreAmiga

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OEM bars should work regardless of moonroof style, afaik.

Mar 18, 2024 | 09:56 AM

Urlik

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Originally Posted by CommodoreAmiga

OEM bars should work regardless of moonroof style, afaik.

Nope, OEM bars don’t work with the pano roof. The roof hits them. It was discussed before here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...amic-roof.html

Mar 18, 2024 | 10:46 AM

paperthin

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Thule is the only brand that has a confirmed fit that I feel comfy with. I have been holding out waiting for a sale or something because I do not immediately need it at this time. It is a brand new fit kit and foot pack.

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Apr 6, 2024 | 11:46 AM

sing1978

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I went with Thule, it was easy to install. I would wait for their 25% off.

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Apr 8, 2024 | 07:54 AM

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johnl617

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So if you have a pano roof, are there any other options for a roof rack?

Apr 8, 2024 | 06:50 PM

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sing1978

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Hi,

Yes pano roof, I have a Thule roof box so didn't research other brand. Also at the time of purchase, not many options to choose from. Thule was the only website that I was able to confirm compatibility so I went with it.

thx

Apr 19, 2024 | 06:41 PM

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laez

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Originally Posted by sing1978

Thanks for this, I’m also in the market for cross bars. You have to buy each part separately? How did you check for compatibility before buying? Their website doesn’t seem to have current gen RX. Also which cargo box do you have?

Apr 20, 2024 | 08:58 PM

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sing1978

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you can use this site to check - https://www.thule.com/en-us/roof-rack/car-roof-racks
each part separately but the site will tell you which is compatible you can pick your own combo.

Thule Force XT XL size is my cargo box, carryover from my previous car.