[HandynTechy]

I have a roof top cargo bag that was used with our previous vehicle that had a roof rack. My EX is not equipped with a rack and it’s not looking like Thule is going to put out a retro fitted solution.
I can across some “hook straps” that attach to the pinch weld underneath the door weather strip. I took a look under the driver and sliding door weather strips and it looks like it would work. Just wondering if anyone has tested similar hooks with their cargo?

 

[kckyle]

I would be worried about causing damage to the finish and leading to rust. Can you get a hitch cargo carrier instead?

 

[HandynTechy]

I would be worried about causing damage to the finish and leading to rust. Can you get a hitch cargo carrier instead?

I hear that. Maybe a padding in between the car and strap. It’s only a temporary fix to get from point A to B and back.
I’m covered on the carrier. Just trying to free up some space on the inside.

 

[_cruster]

You're going to end up crushing your roof. There's not enough support under there for this kind of load. There isn't likely to be an aftermarket solution. I'd suggest looking at a tow hitch solution.

 

[mfriesen]

You could checkout the sea sucker monkey bars. I have the EX as well and am planning to try them if we need to use our cargo box.

Monkey Bars

Our one-size-fits-all roof rack system is dressed in black so it's ready for a night on the town or a stealth mission. Screw-together cross bars allow for compact storage when needed. The Monkey Bars feature round black powder-coated aluminum cross bars; choose between the standard 48" cross...

www.seasucker.com

 

[HandynTechy]

You could checkout the sea sucker monkey bars. I have the EX as well and am planning to try them if we need to use our cargo box.

Monkey Bars

Our one-size-fits-all roof rack system is dressed in black so it's ready for a night on the town or a stealth mission. Screw-together cross bars allow for compact storage when needed. The Monkey Bars feature round black powder-coated aluminum cross bars; choose between the standard 48" cross...

www.seasucker.com

I looked into those and if I had a cargo box I would be motivated to invest in the monkey bars. But since I have a cargo bag and that we rarely use it anyway I wanted to try something else first.

I would never carry anything of the amount weight it would take to crush the roof. Something like 1500lbs. And as far as scratches go, I’ll put down a cargo blanket.

Trying the hooks and straps out this weekend when we go get our Christmas tree. I’ll post before & after pictures when we get back.

 

[HandynTechy]

You're going to end up crushing your roof. There's not enough support under there for this kind of load. There isn't likely to be an aftermarket solution. I'd suggest looking at a tow hitch solution.

Not going to crush my roof. Not sure how you assumed I would without knowing what I was even planning to carry. The roofs are legally supposed to support a high amount of weight in case of roll over per Department of Transportation. And my previous posts show I already have a tow hitch solution. Thanks for your input though, good luck with your Carnival.

 

[kckyle]

Trying the hooks and straps out this weekend when we go get our Christmas tree. I’ll post before & after pictures when we get back.

Yeah gonna be doing the same this weekend with a Christmas tree, strapping it to the roof rails.

 

[HandynTechy]

Tested the hook straps with an 8ft tree, traveling at highway speeds for around 45 miles. No issues.