Ant_S Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 (edited) Just been told by an ATU shop in Germany (similarish to Halfords) that thule do not make/sell roofbars compatible with my Focus and that they spoke to thule about it. I've been on thule.com and there there are numerous options which are stated to be compatble. Before committing to an on-line purchase can I ask if anyone bought Thule roofbars for a Mk.IV Focus 5-dr hatchback and had any problems fitting them? Edited May 10, 2021 by Ant_S error Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprawlsy Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 I had thule bars on my mk3, just needed to get a different fixings pack for them to be fitted to my mk4. You'll have no issues, but if you did (you won't) you'd be entitled to a full refund if it didn't fit (it will fit). Good quality gear, you'll not be disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ant_S Posted May 11, 2021 Author Share Posted May 11, 2021 Sprawlsy - Thanks - that's good to hear. Do you happen to know which fixings pack(s) you bought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprawlsy Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 9 hours ago, Ant_S said: Sprawlsy - Thanks - that's good to hear. Do you happen to know which fixings pack(s) you bought? I've got Wingbars so needed Evo Clamp 7105 and kit 5201. Run it through the thule site and you should get the same answer, unless the products have been updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ant_S Posted May 25, 2021 Author Share Posted May 25, 2021 Bought and fitted the following: thule Kit 145201 thule 721400 Roof Bar Silver 95 (WingBar Edge) thule 720500 Edge Clamp Being completely new to roof boxes/bars this took some time as it took me a while to realise that by slackening (anti-clockwise) the lower hex/allen bolt (seen through the hole on the attached photo just above the 3Nm) the bars could then be fitted and the 3Nm hex bolts tightened using the (Thule provided) torque wrench. The upper hex/allen bolt is only used to adjust the width. I'm sure that to many not realising these 3Nm hex bolts had to be adjusted & tightened will seem stupid but I was working from the Thule instructions and could not find a reference to them. Box is now ordered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark-UK Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 I know this sounds a stupid question, but what sort of protection is the on the lower clamp (under the roof lip) so stop the paint getting scratched Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprawlsy Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 On 7/15/2021 at 10:55 AM, Mark-UK said: I know this sounds a stupid question, but what sort of protection is the on the lower clamp (under the roof lip) so stop the paint getting scratched There is no protection as such, the finish & smooth edges mean there is nothing that can scratch your car. I've had no issues in 7 years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbie66 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 On 5/11/2021 at 8:47 PM, Sprawlsy said: I've got Wingbars so needed Evo Clamp 7105 and kit 5201. Run it through the Thule site and you should get the same answer, unless the products have been updated. Hi, sorry to resurrect an old post but after a bit of advice please. I have a MK4 2019 Focus and although I had a thule roof bar system to fit my 2012 Focus, I upgraded the footpack and fittings (7105 and 5201) but kept my existing Wingbars 969199 rather than upgrading to the Wingbar Evo. My issue is, using the X and Y scale measurements on the 5201 instruction sheet, my bars are nowhere near reaching the proper position ( scale should be 39 at front of car X, and 34.5 at rear Y). Just wondering if you had any problems fitting yours and whether you are using the newer Wingbars? I don't really want to start experimenting for fear of damaging the car, but I've seen some YouTube videos where some people say Thules measurements are completely out (on other cars). I've contacted thule and am still waiting confirmation whether my existing Wingbars are the problem or their measurements are wrong. Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil99 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 I also found this when I fitted the Evo 127 bars with the same fixing pack as you. You need to loosen off the 3NM hex bolts shown in the last photo in Ant's post. Should be fine with the original measurements after doing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbie66 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 9 hours ago, Phil99 said: I also found this when I fitted the Evo 127 bars with the same fixing pack as you. You need to loosen off the 3NM hex bolts shown in the last photo in Ant's post. Should be fine with the original measurements after doing that. Don't think it's that because they are already as loose as they can be. The problem really is the measurements provided do not allow for the feet to reach the sides - I mean, not even close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprawlsy Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 5 hours ago, Herbie66 said: Don't think it's that because they are already as loose as they can be. The problem really is the measurements provided do not allow for the feet to reach the sides - I mean, not even close. These fittings loosen up a lot more than the ones for the mk3, originally I questioned the measurements too, but they are correct. When fully loosened you don't have as much play as on the mk3, I could position those on my own, but I find it safer to have assistance on the mk3 so as not to scratch it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ant_S Posted January 4, 2022 Author Share Posted January 4, 2022 Herbie66 Sorry very late to reply to this. As a roofbar/Thule novice all I can say with confidence is that the kit I listed works for me (long triup around the UK in August). Your situation as shown looks very similar to where I found myself before spotting those extra hex' bolts that loosen the "foot" It is well worth making sure that you are using the measurements for the bars that you have when mounting I also found thule to be very helpful after the garage that I'd originally ordered the kit off failed to fit it. I e-mailed them with a list of parts and said "will this fit my Focus" - they confirmed it so I ordered the parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chera Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 Hello, how did you all managed to mount the bars? I have purchased the same model, fit them on rear, but on front they simply don't want to fit at 39mm, when I'm using the 3mm torque, the bars are raising and this annoys me since I stayed 4-5h and still didn't managed to mount them 😞 I searched on ytb but no results for mk4 hatchback not active... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casspp Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 On 8/12/2022 at 8:58 PM, Chera said: Hello, how did you all managed to mount the bars? I have purchased the same model, fit them on rear, but on front they simply don't want to fit at 39mm, when I'm using the 3mm torque, the bars are raising and this annoys me since I stayed 4-5h and still didn't managed to mount them 😞 I searched on ytb but no results for mk4 hatchback not active... Hey Chera, have any luck with this? Having the same 39mm issue, was it just a case of loosening up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chera Posted April 14 Share Posted April 14 On 4/12/2023 at 10:06 PM, Casspp said: Hey Chera, have any luck with this? Having the same 39mm issue, was it just a case of loosening up? Hello, the legs that are on the body of the car were not mounted correctly, after changing them it worked 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbie66 Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 I'm going to have another try fitting these on my MK4 Focus today. I've had the kit for over 18 months now and pretty much gave up....but here goes again 🙂 Glad to know I'm not the only one having difficulties with these. Though it was just me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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