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Originally Posted by X5kindathing
Anybody with pics of a narrower model AND at least one bike next to it? I am looking to get a box as well for my 4.8is but would like to still be able to fit at least one bike up there. what's the maximum size (length) after which you cannot open the rear lift gate without it touching the box?
Thanks guys.
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It is all just a trade-off on length and width. You can get as long as you like, but to clear the rear hatch you often end up with it forward of the extended profile of the windshield, which increases drag and noise. If you run a straight edge along your windshield, and have the hatch open, that will provide the maximum length for the lowest drag.
I don't think width is a problem for an added bike rack. I have four bike racks on Thule crossbars, and I could put one of them next to any of the boxes in these shots, inside the rails. Two on some of them. The aero or low-profile crossbars may restrict it a little, as you lose mounting space right next to the rails. I use Thule standard cross bars, and can mount things outside the rail if I like (helpful for four bikes and separate wheel carriers)
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