What's the main difference between the Yakima Low-Rise Spacer Kit and the Hi-Rise kit?

The main difference is the height they add. The Low-Rise spacer kit positions the bottom of your crossbars 2.25 inches above the roof's center, while the Hi-Rise kit positions them 4 inches up. Our Low-Rise option is perfect if you found the Hi-Rise kit a bit too tall for your needs.

Will this Yakima Low Rise Spacer Kit work with my specific Vanagon model?

Yes, this Yakima Low Rise Spacer Kit is designed to work with a wide range of Vanagon and Eurovan models from 1980 all the way up to 2003, including 2WD and 4WD variants, and various configurations like Westfalia Campers, Campmobiles, and Passenger vans. It's compatible with both automatic and manual transmissions.

What exactly comes in a pair of the Low-Rise spacer kit?

A pair of the Yakima Low-Rise Spacer Kit includes two individual spacers. These are custom-designed to work specifically with Yakima 1A towers, offering a lower profile solution for your roof rack setup.

How does this spacer kit affect my Yakima rack system's overall clearance?

This Low-Rise spacer kit provides a more compact setup by placing your crossbars at 2.25 inches above the roof's center. This is a great choice if you're looking to minimize the added height compared to the standard Hi-Rise kit, while still maintaining good clearance for carrying gear.

Yakima low rise spacer kit pair

Name: Yakima Low Rise Spacer Kit (Pair)
SKU: GW-1101-LOW-RISE
Price: 31.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Yakima Low Rise Spacer Kit (Pair)

Product:	GW-1101-LOW-RISE
Works With:	1980-1991, 1993-2003
Manufacturer:	Yakima
Availability:	Low Stock
Wrench Rating:	Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.

$31.95

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If the Yakima Hi-Rise spacer kit is a bit too high for you, and in most cases it is, try our custom-designed Low-Rise option!

Works in conjunction with the Yakima 1A towers.

Sold as a pair.

Comparison (for Vanagon):
Low-Rise positions bottom of crossbar 2.25" above center of roof.
Hi-Rise positions bottom of crossbar 4" above center of roof.

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Just what the doctor ordered

The minimal stack height was just the needed amount for our Yak towers. A prior owner installed the 'gutter brackets` too low on our '91 Multivan's pop top.

As usual with Go Westy kits, excellent build quality, and it gets the job done.

Does in fact raise your rack to the perfect tin top height. Easy to install.

Looks great

Much needed for space inside my Tin Top

Hard to find product - remember to buy two pairs

HiRise extensions are too tall. I don't own a VW (1989 Montero) but GoWesty had the goods and at a good price. I needed them quick, their next day shipping wasn't too much, and they shipped it quick with great tracking. Before they even arrived I realized I needed another pair so I ordered a second and got them all in time and set up for my trip.

My experience was so good that I'm much more likely to dip a toe into the VW van world knowing there are shops like this out there.

Just right…

Works great & easy enough to install.

Yakima Low Rise Spacer Kit

High rise look stupid on the Vanagon. No where else sells these. Perfect!

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