Quijote
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I think I've mentioned it, but I am buying a Thule 460 podium/square bar setup for my leased 3er wagon for the upcoming vacation (I have a Thule 1800 box). My plan is to re-use as much of that for the LR4. The fit kits are different, but my plan was to re-use the universal 460 podiums (podia), and the bar themselves.
Thule recommends 50" long bars for the BMW, but 58" bars for the LR4. Interestingly, in Europe they recommend 127cm, or 50" for the Discovery 4. It struck me as weird that the 50" would not fit, so I measured the distance between the flush rails on an LR4 at the dealer (along the leading edge of the front of the large glass on roof) and came up with about 44-45". Considering the podium goes IN from the rail, I can't see why you would need more than that, so the 50" should fit just fine (which checks with Europe). I saw an LR4 on the road with what clearly were the 58" and they stuck out a decent amount (though not objectionable).
My point is, why have more bar than you absolutely need? I'll let you know how that all works out.
I am definitely getting a tailgate ladder. I assume the OEM one is the best way to go. Is this true?
What is the best/cheapest place to get OEM LR accessories?
Thule recommends 50" long bars for the BMW, but 58" bars for the LR4. Interestingly, in Europe they recommend 127cm, or 50" for the Discovery 4. It struck me as weird that the 50" would not fit, so I measured the distance between the flush rails on an LR4 at the dealer (along the leading edge of the front of the large glass on roof) and came up with about 44-45". Considering the podium goes IN from the rail, I can't see why you would need more than that, so the 50" should fit just fine (which checks with Europe). I saw an LR4 on the road with what clearly were the 58" and they stuck out a decent amount (though not objectionable).
My point is, why have more bar than you absolutely need? I'll let you know how that all works out.
I am definitely getting a tailgate ladder. I assume the OEM one is the best way to go. Is this true?
What is the best/cheapest place to get OEM LR accessories?