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There is a Thule Solution Re: Roof Racks
Bobancle, we seem to have been doing the same thinking.
Yes, Yakima lists an Uplander solution, that may work.
I already have many Thule parts, but Thule don't list a solution. Initially my well-equipped local Thule dealer was unresponsive, but I called him back and spoke to owner who was very proactive. He actually spoke to THULE US fit engineer who was very knowledgeable.
Clearly, there have been millions of Uplander/Montana/Buick vans with same basic body and roof line built since 2005, but there are small year-to-year differences.
Thule will not certify a fit until they have engineered an exact fit for a specific year/model. "Close enough" is not good enough. Perhaps this all due to liability concerns?
Anyhow, a knowledgeable person has ordered the fit clips to fit my existing 400XT Thule feet which are suppsoed to work with my 09 Uplander. Shipment due tomorrow. I will post part number if it works well enough.
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