I currently have a 2010 MDX Tech and a Yakima system that grips on the factory rails. I attached a few pictures of my current setup to show you where the crossbars are attached to the rail. For me it was the perfect setup because I only use the box once or twice a y
ear and remove the crossbars when I don't need them.
I'm about to buy a 2019 MDX, but I read in a lot of threads that the "new" flush rails are problematic for many. I know now that my gripping mount is not going to work with the flush factory rails :frown2:. If the factory rails are to be used, then I see that the Yakima (PAD 19) or Thule (KIT3132) systems have to be bolted on the side of the rails. It's not possible to adjust the position of the crossbars along the rails.
Has anyone successfully installed a Yakima Skybox 21 on an MDX 2014+?
The minimum clearance is 57", which is exactly what I measured on my 2010 MDX with the crossbars installed as shown in the pictures. Does anybody know what the clearance is with the factory crossbars on 2019 MDX?
The Yakima site isn't really helping. When I say that I have factory crossbars, it says that the "SkyBox 21 doesn't fit the vehicule" :annoyed:. But when I select their StreamLine Sytem, it says " Fits your 2019 Acura MDX 5dr safely, but be sure to confirm hatch clearance.". How can it fit "more" when the crossbars are bolted on the same location as the factory ones?
I think that, whether I was going for the factory crossbars or the Yakima PAD 19 route, I'd like to remove them when not in use. Is it a simple job of removing a few screws and putting back plastic covers?
The other option would be to have different rails, but I don't see any option on the net. I saw a few posts with awesome custom rail systems, but I won't go that route of DIY. Are there aftermarket rails that I could install to reuse my Yakima clamping system, or at
least be able adjust the crossbars position along the rails?
