[Thanks]

2009 EX . I want to add racks without drilling holes plus a wire basket to attach for luggage ,etc.

 

[Alaskan_Toaster]

I own an 07 EX and, as long as they did not change the roof, the pre-drilled and tapped holes should already be in place on your roof, under the plastic rail covers. When I added an aftermarket rack (and fairing) to mine, it was a simple plug-and-play installation. Make sure the rack "towers" are a fit for the Element. Hope this helps!

 

[Thanks]

I own an 07 EX and, as long as they did not change the roof, the pre-drilled and tapped holes should already be in place on your roof, under the plastic rail covers. When I added an aftermarket rack (and fairing) to mine, it was a simple plug-and-play installation. Make sure the rack "towers" are a fit for the Element. Hope this helps!

Thanks!

 

[Homer1952]

I own an 07 EX and, as long as they did not change the roof, the pre-drilled and tapped holes should already be in place on your roof, under the plastic rail covers. When I added an aftermarket rack (and fairing) to mine, it was a simple plug-and-play installation. Make sure the rack "towers" are a fit for the Element. Hope this helps!

 

[Homer1952]

Alaskan_Toaster is there any chance you could post a picture of your rack and the brand you bought? Thanks!

 

[Rman16]

I have a thule aero rack w locks on mine. It was an easy bolt on. I have a rooftop tent mounted on the racks, when I want to remove it, I just undo the locks and lift everything off my roof.

 

[bertha]

I own an 07 EX and, as long as they did not change the roof, the pre-drilled and tapped holes should already be in place on your roof, under the plastic rail covers. When I added an aftermarket rack (and fairing) to mine, it was a simple plug-and-play installation. Make sure the rack "towers" are a fit for the Element. Hope this helps!

thanks

 

[TJ1544]

Thule racks are nice. I think better than OEM due to being flat and a wider mounting surface.

 

[AWD]

I just bought this rack:

150 Lb. Capacity Roof-Mounted Steel Cargo Carrier

150 Lb. Roof-Mounted Cargo Carrier

www.harborfreight.com

I found a coupon for it that took off $20. I have yet to put it together. It is sitting in a box in my house. I am going camping in a few weeks over the Thanksgiving break. I will report back with how it all works out.

 

[sam1232]

my dad recently used these thanksgiving coupons to buy roof mounted steel cargo which led him save 30% on it. He literally searched a lot from the local dealers and it was costing him a fortune.

 

[Michael Tyler]

Given that camper conversions fetch such high prices, I'm thinking our Elements exist in a bit of a bubble. I'm tempted to get a Gobi rack for mine. They're so niche and good looking that it would probably boost resale price. Maybe not paying for itself totally, but sure would make it stand out against other cars for sale.

 

[AWD]

I finally put my Harbor Freight rack on! Had to take the nasty Harbor Freight stickers though. Replaced them with a Honda badge off an old E.

 

[te1966]

Looks great AWD. Adding the Honda badge was a nice touch!

Great to see that you got something worthwhile out of Harbor Freight! : - )

 

[AWD]

Thanks te1966! With the coupon it was a great deal. I think it was all of $80 out the door.