GX 460 Roof Rack/Bars
#106
#108
From the GXOR pages.... SSO has announced/released their roof rack with a current lead time of 5-6 weeks. There is a 10% coupon using “GXOR” during checkout.
https://www.southernstyleoffroad.com...460-roof-rack/
https://www.southernstyleoffroad.com...460-roof-rack/
#109
I think my only reservation is what kind of wind noise these generate at high speeds. I assume noisy loaded up...just curious in commute mode unladen with any cargo.
Can anyone who previously ran a cargo basket on OEM crossbars who now has full roof rack chime in?
There is a little noise with my Yakima basket so if similar to that I would be fine with that.
Can anyone who previously ran a cargo basket on OEM crossbars who now has full roof rack chime in?
There is a little noise with my Yakima basket so if similar to that I would be fine with that.
#110
I think my only reservation is what kind of wind noise these generate at high speeds. I assume noisy loaded up...just curious in commute mode unladen with any cargo.
Can anyone who previously ran a cargo basket on OEM crossbars who now has full roof rack chime in?
There is a little noise with my Yakima basket so if similar to that I would be fine with that.
Can anyone who previously ran a cargo basket on OEM crossbars who now has full roof rack chime in?
There is a little noise with my Yakima basket so if similar to that I would be fine with that.
#112
@Acrad35751 it suggests adding silicone i chose not to. the stock bolt holders stick up enough where i wasn't too worried. I've been through a couple rain storms and nothing so far. I will probably go back and add it before winter
the stock rails came off with ease, one bad thing is the rain gutter is cut out in the middle. the new rack footing covers the area but something to be aware of
the stock rails came off with ease, one bad thing is the rain gutter is cut out in the middle. the new rack footing covers the area but something to be aware of
#113
I didn't use caulk either; mostly because I was in a hurry.
I only used 2 plastic shims per mount point.
I finally got around to putting on the wind deflector, and I put rubber in the top and bottom of the channel on the front of the rack. You can't really hear any noise at all under 50 mph.
One thing about the slimline: you have to decide if you want the rails before you mount it on the roof. If you change your mind, you have to take the rack off of the roof (which means owing people beer for their time). I was able to get the side rails on without taking it off of the roof, but if you want to put on the corner rail pieces, you have to take it off the roof and remove slats #1 and #10.
I only used 2 plastic shims per mount point.
I finally got around to putting on the wind deflector, and I put rubber in the top and bottom of the channel on the front of the rack. You can't really hear any noise at all under 50 mph.
One thing about the slimline: you have to decide if you want the rails before you mount it on the roof. If you change your mind, you have to take the rack off of the roof (which means owing people beer for their time). I was able to get the side rails on without taking it off of the roof, but if you want to put on the corner rail pieces, you have to take it off the roof and remove slats #1 and #10.
#116
I didn't use caulk either; mostly because I was in a hurry.
I only used 2 plastic shims per mount point.
I finally got around to putting on the wind deflector, and I put rubber in the top and bottom of the channel on the front of the rack. You can't really hear any noise at all under 50 mph.
One thing about the slimline: you have to decide if you want the rails before you mount it on the roof. If you change your mind, you have to take the rack off of the roof (which means owing people beer for their time). I was able to get the side rails on without taking it off of the roof, but if you want to put on the corner rail pieces, you have to take it off the roof and remove slats #1 and #10.
I only used 2 plastic shims per mount point.
I finally got around to putting on the wind deflector, and I put rubber in the top and bottom of the channel on the front of the rack. You can't really hear any noise at all under 50 mph.
One thing about the slimline: you have to decide if you want the rails before you mount it on the roof. If you change your mind, you have to take the rack off of the roof (which means owing people beer for their time). I was able to get the side rails on without taking it off of the roof, but if you want to put on the corner rail pieces, you have to take it off the roof and remove slats #1 and #10.
i was surprisingly able to load the rack on my roof by myself. i put a bunch of boxes around the antenna to protect it, laid down lots of pads on the roof to protect it. i am still unsure if i will add the rails or not. i would like to have some up front to help secure totes. did you use front runners rubber insert?
here are some pics of the rack installed on mine
#117
I thought about trying to do the rack myself, but.... one slip up, and it would be very costly.
The rack is at most 1/8" lower with only 2 spacers. Still plenty easy to reach under. I wanted it as low as possible because it barely fit under my garage door. Still ended up hitting the door, and now I'm on the hook for a new roll-up garage door.
Yes, the rubber insert is from front runner. If you want to run it along the width instead of the length, you have to cut it down. I might order another one, because it keeps water from collecting in the channels. I hate taking it to the car wash, only to have a bunch of water pour out as soon as I leave the parking lot.
The rack is at most 1/8" lower with only 2 spacers. Still plenty easy to reach under. I wanted it as low as possible because it barely fit under my garage door. Still ended up hitting the door, and now I'm on the hook for a new roll-up garage door.
Yes, the rubber insert is from front runner. If you want to run it along the width instead of the length, you have to cut it down. I might order another one, because it keeps water from collecting in the channels. I hate taking it to the car wash, only to have a bunch of water pour out as soon as I leave the parking lot.
#118
That's one of the concerns I have as well since I have drop the air suspension in the rear to exit garage with my Yakima Load Warrior on top or I will hit my garage door.
#119
I had about an inch of clearance, but that's when the vehicle is stationary.
I was in a hurry, gunned the engine, and the back end pitched up and hit the door. Hard. Whoops.
I'm replacing my swing-up door with a roll-up, so I'll have at least 6 inches of clearance when it's installed, which means I can leave the rails on all the time.
I was in a hurry, gunned the engine, and the back end pitched up and hit the door. Hard. Whoops.
I'm replacing my swing-up door with a roll-up, so I'll have at least 6 inches of clearance when it's installed, which means I can leave the rails on all the time.
#120
does only using two shims make the rack too low or is it ok? i had thought about removing one but worried i wouldn't be able to get the underside too easy. i have some hooks mounted on underside to strap things down.
i was surprisingly able to load the rack on my roof by myself. i put a bunch of boxes around the antenna to protect it, laid down lots of pads on the roof to protect it. i am still unsure if i will add the rails or not. i would like to have some up front to help secure totes. did you use front runners rubber insert?
here are some pics of the rack installed on mine
i was surprisingly able to load the rack on my roof by myself. i put a bunch of boxes around the antenna to protect it, laid down lots of pads on the roof to protect it. i am still unsure if i will add the rails or not. i would like to have some up front to help secure totes. did you use front runners rubber insert?
here are some pics of the rack installed on mine
Rails up front.
Rails in the back
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