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Tying Kayak bow down to front of Prius - Help

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Spirit Water Walks, Jul 29, 2012.

  1. Spirit Water Walks

    Spirit Water Walks New Member

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    Any Prius - Kayak folks out there?
    Just recently purchased a 2012 Prius IV and have installed the Thule Aero Rack system and the Thule Hull-A-Port Pro Kayak Vertical Racks. I can't find a place to tie down / hook the bow to near - around the front bumper of the car. Everything seems to be plastic. There is a metal plate with a nice round hole underneath, just behind the bumber, but I am concerned that the tie down wrapping around the plastic bumber will cause damage to the car, not withstanding the tie-down wrap pressure.

    For the tying down of the stern, I have found a metal hook under the rear bumber.

    Any experience and/or advise will be appreciated.
    Thanks !
     
    #1 Spirit Water Walks, Jul 29, 2012
  2. wjtracy

    wjtracy Senior Member

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    Can you see what I did here?
    I do not know about 2012 but the 2006 has some great tie down points under the bumper, rear and front.
    For a canoe you want to make an inverted "V" like shown here, and put some put a couple twists in the rope where it ties into the canoe to prevent side-to-side travel. You could use some type of shield over the bumper if you are worried about scuffing...mine may have some clear tube. I got a ratchet canoe tie down system at REI, you are seeing here in the picture.
     
    #2 wjtracy, Jul 29, 2012
  3. Gerald R Fenner

    Gerald R Fenner New Member

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    On Page 523 of the Owner's Manual is an illustration of the Towing Eyelets that screw into the front of the Prius. Possible could be used to make an inverted V for your purpose. Follow instructions on installation.

    Dick
     
    #3 Gerald R Fenner, Jul 29, 2012
  4. marymaggie

    marymaggie New Member

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    Hi -- I have the same issue with my 2010 Prius. From doing a little research on-line, I found that there are "hood loops" that you can buy that attach beneath a bolt under the hood. Go to Amazon.com and search for "Sherpak Hood Loops." BTW, I haven't ordered these yet, but the reviews on amazon are good.
     
    #4 marymaggie, Aug 5, 2012
  5. Macareen

    Macareen Junior Member

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    I am having the same issue. I purchased the Thule roof rack with the glide and set system, and cannot tie down anywhere except where you describe. I am also wanting to add a bike rack, but have been told to buy the type that needs a hitch so the rack and the bike do not make contact with the car. If you have been able to come up with a solution, please post. Thanks.
     
    #5 Macareen, Sep 1, 2012
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