Thule Atlantis Cargo carrier on factory racks
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2015 GL550, 2019 GLC350e
I was just thinking if my old Thule box would mount on the OEM bars.
http://www.thuleracks.com/product_sp..._id=52&sku=668
Anyone has pictures of their box installed on the OEM bars?
http://www.thuleracks.com/product_sp..._id=52&sku=668
Anyone has pictures of their box installed on the OEM bars?
No such luck, the old Thule mounts is not long enough to fit on the MB OEM wide Bars.
Went out and got the Ascent 1600 with the new quick grip mounts. Installation is pretty simple now.
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Wind noise was very minimal. I had 4 adults and 2 kids and still was able to average 24MPG, coming down the mountain of course.
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I saw a Silver GL with a Thule rack on it this past weekend. The box was also Silver in color and it looked really nice. With all the good experience y'all are reporting, I am thinking of getting a Thule also.
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2008 GL 320 CDI
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I need one
I need one for Thanksgiving travel but I am undecided. Can someone tell how this compares to the one MB sells ? Also how is Thule Atlantis 1600 ?
Last edited by GLDriver; Nov 17, 2008 at 01:17 PM. Reason: more questions
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2008 GL 320 CDI
I purchased the Thule Atlantis 1800 and am quite pleased with it. It's VERY spacious, attaches easily to the MB factory crossbars without tools, doesn't create a lot of wind noise, and doesn't interfere with the rear hatch. It also comes in black, which matches my GL perfectly. As I recall, the MB carrier only comes in silver.
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'08 GL450 (P II, ORP, Keyless Go)
Crossbars use Thule lock cores
I purchased the Thule Atlantis 1800 and am quite pleased with it. It's VERY spacious, attaches easily to the MB factory crossbars without tools, doesn't create a lot of wind noise, and doesn't interfere with the rear hatch. It also comes in black, which matches my GL perfectly. As I recall, the MB carrier only comes in silver.
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I just purchased the same box you did. Additionally, I noticed that the lock core on my Thule box looked exactly like the lock cores on the keyed covers for the MB crossbar clamps, so I ordered two additional lock cores from Thule with the same core number as the crossbars. The same key now locks both the box and the crossbars, and I can only assume that the $5.00 Thule charges for a spare key is less than an MB dealership would charge.
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The pictogram instructions that come with the Thule box don't make it very clear, but if you look at the pictures, the key that matches the current core is the one that is rotated back and forth, then turned to 45 degrees and removed. You then insert the Universal Change Key into the core, and pull out the key, with the core still on it. Take the change key out of the old core, put it into the new core, and insert the new core into the housing at the same 45 degree angle. Pressing a fingertip against the face of the new core to keep it in place in the housing, remove the change key, then insert the matching key for the new core (or, your MB crossbar key) into the lock, turn back and forth, then use as normal.
Cores: http://www.thuleracks.com/product_lo...rue&type=thule
Spare Keys: http://www.thuleracks.com/product_lo...rue&type=thule
Universal Change Key: http://www.thuleracks.com/product.as...9&sku=853-1251
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No. The process takes about a minute for each core. You'll need to order lock cores (with the same number as your crossbar lock cores), any spare keys needed (again, by core number), and a Universal Change Key.
The pictogram instructions that come with the Thule box don't make it very clear, but if you look at the pictures, the key that matches the current core is the one that is rotated back and forth, then turned to 45 degrees and removed. You then insert the Universal Change Key into the core, and pull out the key, with the core still on it. Take the change key out of the old core, put it into the new core, and insert the new core into the housing at the same 45 degree angle. Pressing a fingertip against the face of the new core to keep it in place in the housing, remove the change key, then insert the matching key for the new core (or, your MB crossbar key) into the lock, turn back and forth, then use as normal.
Cores: http://www.thuleracks.com/product_lo...rue&type=thule
Spare Keys: http://www.thuleracks.com/product_lo...rue&type=thule
Universal Change Key: http://www.thuleracks.com/product.as...9&sku=853-1251
The pictogram instructions that come with the Thule box don't make it very clear, but if you look at the pictures, the key that matches the current core is the one that is rotated back and forth, then turned to 45 degrees and removed. You then insert the Universal Change Key into the core, and pull out the key, with the core still on it. Take the change key out of the old core, put it into the new core, and insert the new core into the housing at the same 45 degree angle. Pressing a fingertip against the face of the new core to keep it in place in the housing, remove the change key, then insert the matching key for the new core (or, your MB crossbar key) into the lock, turn back and forth, then use as normal.
Cores: http://www.thuleracks.com/product_lo...rue&type=thule
Spare Keys: http://www.thuleracks.com/product_lo...rue&type=thule
Universal Change Key: http://www.thuleracks.com/product.as...9&sku=853-1251
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From: Seattle, WA
2008 GL 550
Thought you might want to see what a packasport carrier looks like (http://www.packasport.com/). System I have is great for skiing equipment and has a slimmer profile, so can actually fit into a garage with 7'2" clearance with suspension in sport mode. Build is strong fiberglass so it is a little heavy, but quality build looks nice on top of GL.
I was able to use my old Thule racks with new Thule GL mounting adapters. I recently got 2 pairs adult skiis, 1 snowboard, 2 pairs kids skis, 6 pairs boots and a baby jogger up there!
I was able to use my old Thule racks with new Thule GL mounting adapters. I recently got 2 pairs adult skiis, 1 snowboard, 2 pairs kids skis, 6 pairs boots and a baby jogger up there!
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08 GL 450 Black/Black
Thought you might want to see what a packasport carrier looks like (http://www.packasport.com/). System I have is great for skiing equipment and has a slimmer profile, so can actually fit into a garage with 7'2" clearance with suspension in sport mode. Build is strong fiberglass so it is a little heavy, but quality build looks nice on top of GL.
I was able to use my old Thule racks with new Thule GL mounting adapters. I recently got 2 pairs adult skiis, 1 snowboard, 2 pairs kids skis, 6 pairs boots and a baby jogger up there!
I was able to use my old Thule racks with new Thule GL mounting adapters. I recently got 2 pairs adult skiis, 1 snowboard, 2 pairs kids skis, 6 pairs boots and a baby jogger up there!
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http://www.yakima.com/racks/ski-rack...wderhound.aspx
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From: Oakville, Ontario
2011 c63
Greetings all,
I would like to get an Atlantis 1800 (Thule model) for our 2008 320CDI but I do not have the Mercedes crossbars. (only standard side rails)
Is there a Thule part# for the crossbars? (I suspect they may cost less than the MB $425 crossbars)?
I would like to get an Atlantis 1800 (Thule model) for our 2008 320CDI but I do not have the Mercedes crossbars. (only standard side rails)
Is there a Thule part# for the crossbars? (I suspect they may cost less than the MB $425 crossbars)?
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You can find the cross bars on ebay for about $200 once a while.
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I just picked up the Thule Atlantis 1800 today in silver to match our silver 320cdi... remaining decision on the Benz vs. Thule crossbars
Does anyone have the 450R or 450 crossrails on their GL with pictures?
Does anyone have the 450R or 450 crossrails on their GL with pictures?
