all about Roof Racks - Page 12

mtbwagon · 03-26-2007, 11:34 PM

I don't have the part number, I actually went to a Saab dealer and ordered them. I just described the parts to the guy at the counter and he found them on a parts diagram. IIRC they were around $40 for all four. You may want to check the distance between the mounting holes on the sedan. The holes on the wagon are about 98mm center to center.

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wrkXwagon88 · 03-27-2007, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by mtbwagon

here's a couple of pictures of the roof rack on my wagon. i didn't really like how cluttered it looked with the factory rails and the yakima rack so i removed the rails and made my own mounts. i mounted yakima landing pads to a plate that i made to attach to the parts that come from the roof of a 92X. i've got some more detailed pictures if anybody is interested.

I'm interested Dude,
I just ordered yakima's lowrider, crossbars, a fairing, and a bike mount. $430 OOOOUUUUCHHHHHH........ How much more cost effective was your method and was it a lot more work? I have an 07' wagon much like yours.

Ur ride looks AWESOME (both car & bike), how do you like that Felt? never rode an mtb felt only roadies.

nhmtns · 03-27-2007, 12:34 PM

That setup looks kinda slick.

I've always had fairings on my vehicles because I hate the wind howl from the crossbars.

mtbwagon · 03-27-2007, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrkXwagon88

I'm interested Dude,
I just ordered yakima's lowrider, crossbars, a fairing, and a bike mount. $430 OOOOUUUUCHHHHHH........ How much more cost effective was your method and was it a lot more work? I have an 07' wagon much like yours.

I don't think it's much more cost effective than the setup with the lowriders. The control towers are a little less but you also have to buy the landing pads. On top of that I had to buy the Saab parts and I'd still like to get the trim off of the Saab too. That way I can cut it to fit nice and clean around where the mounts are. It wasn't too much work, just a little time consuming. I have the fairing for it too I just haven't installed it yet, it's a little noisy on the freeway but not too bad.

PM me if you'd like and I'll send you the dimensions for the parts that I made.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrkXwagon88

Ur ride looks AWESOME (both car & bike), how do you like that Felt? never rode an mtb felt only roadies.

Thanks

. I'm a bit biased when it comes to bikes, I work for Felt, so needless to say I really like the way it rides.

roach53 · 03-28-2007, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by mtbwagon

Thanks

. I'm a bit biased when it comes to bikes, I work for Felt, so needless to say I really like the way it rides.

Lucky you working for Felt I used to work in a bike shop when I was younger to pay my education and if I could I would go right back in the bike business it's like a little community and it's so much fun !

mtbwagon · 03-28-2007, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roach53

Lucky you working for Felt I used to work in a bike shop when I was younger to pay my education and if I could I would go right back in the bike business it's like a little community and it's so much fun !

I did the same thing, I worked in a shop all through school and when I finished I got a real job. I worked in aerospace for about 5 years until I realized it was way too conservative and up tight. Going back to the bike industry was the best thing I think I've ever done. I actually like my job now.

roach53 · 03-29-2007, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by mtbwagon

I did the same thing, I worked in a shop all through school and when I finished I got a real job. I worked in aerospace for about 5 years until I realized it was way too conservative and up tight. Going back to the bike industry was the best thing I think I've ever done. I actually like my job now.

I think you made the best move ever to go back in the bike industry. I will probably do the same at some point and quit my IT job and go back in the industry to work with bikes it's more pleasant then working on computer and network problem all day

Stray Cat · 04-04-2007, 02:45 AM

My addition

and for fun

Have the Q7 clips on the way and a new yakima decal for the fairing. Will post up a new with the yakima decal I made today.

I've got my front light bar going back on soon, a STi scoop again, and maybe a set of hella black magics on the rack. Eventually powdercoating the wheels black with maybe a red lip. (wheels ARE bronze btw

)

(btw... the fairing makes a HUGE difference)

jk78 · 04-05-2007, 10:46 AM

Guys I'm looking at getting a roof top box for my wrx wagon (on factory rails, the tear drop cross-section ones) to help on a long distance move from MN to NJ. Does anyone have experience with the Subaru box? Its cheaper than the Thule/Yakima boxes but I've never seen it in person. Seems like the Thule/Yakima boxes are probably more advanced and constant updated.

Patu · 04-05-2007, 11:11 AM

Not happy - I just removed the rack to find that the rubber feet have dented the roof in one place and damaged the door trim in another...

What's more...I had to snap off the aero flares that run along the door trim so the rack could fit on...then it took me hours to get the sticky stuff off...

Did somebody say roof rack!!! Think I need a GT Wagon for the mountain and for biking...!

:-(

sybir · 04-05-2007, 11:11 AM

ooooooooooooooold pic:

Good christ, look at that wheelgap.

Much better:

Just ordered a setup for the new Leg Sedan, too, pics coming shortly.

Stray Cat · 04-11-2007, 03:33 PM

New pics

Might redo it as it looks purple sometimes

Just picked up my Q7 clips and trying to find a grinder to borrow so I can do the install.

Hank3 · 04-11-2007, 04:46 PM

Anyone have problems with their Yakima fairing pads not staying in place? I keep putting on new pads but they always seem to move after a while (the two outside ones) - I guess due to wind. Evrytime I put on a new one, I make sure that the surface is REALLY clean. Oh well...just a minor gripe

DieselClown · 04-11-2007, 05:09 PM

I need to get a roofrack before springtime so I have no excuse not to go riding anymore.

rip420tide · 05-31-2007, 10:54 AM

I have an 06 Wagon with the spoiler on the rear hatch. I was hoping to use a yakima raptor for my bike, mounted to yakima crossbars, and also use the yakima fairing. Will the front of the rack extend past the fairing with this type of upright mount? what about with a fork mount? thanks!

Stray Cat · 06-08-2007, 01:45 PM

Just installed with the modded q7 clips. PITA gettin the weather stripping back on right. Looks much better tho!

Proper pics coming soon

rallydriverosix · 06-09-2007, 05:57 AM

how does a rack affect gas mileage?

Rallyroo · 06-09-2007, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by rallydriverosix

how does a rack affect gas mileage?

Roof racks increase drag hence lowering gas mileage.

It doesn't lower the mpg that much. In my experience I've only lost around 1-3 mpg average.

SUBYDOODIE · 06-10-2007, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by rasheedn

here's mine

niiice

jdmeg693 · 06-10-2007, 06:46 PM

anybody have pics of a STi (preferibly silver) with one of those big boxes that holds like 5 boards? i'll be needing one of those in about 4 months lol

express_wagon · 06-10-2007, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rallyroo

Roof racks increase drag hence lowering gas mileage.

It doesn't lower the mpg that much. In my experience I've only lost around 1-3 mpg average.

I lose about 2-3 when I am on a roadtrip with my box. What can you do? Better than driving two cars right.

sleeperX · 06-10-2007, 11:01 PM

Here are some updated pics of mine with out the nasty clips on the window trim, kind of a pain to do but well worth it. Also the carbon fairing that I made!

jdmeg693 · 06-11-2007, 05:08 PM

thats sick. ill be needin a setup like that. specs?

AWD_PWNZ · 06-11-2007, 05:57 PM

What size Fairing do most people get?

www.rex · 06-11-2007, 09:21 PM

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03-26-2007, 11:34 PM	#276
mtbwagon Scooby Newbie Member#: 28341 Join Date: Oct 2002 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: socal Vehicle: 2006 wrx wagon cgm	I don't have the part number, I actually went to a Saab dealer and ordered them. I just described the parts to the guy at the counter and he found them on a parts diagram. IIRC they were around $40 for all four. You may want to check the distance between the mounting holes on the sedan. The holes on the wagon are about 98mm center to center. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

03-27-2007, 12:34 PM	#278
nhmtns Scooby Guru Member#: 94283 Join Date: Aug 2005 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Mt. Washington Valley, NH Vehicle: '05 OBXT Stage 2 Min bil är svart	That setup looks kinda slick. I've always had fairings on my vehicles because I hate the wind howl from the crossbars.

04-04-2007, 02:45 AM	#283
Stray Cat Scooby Specialist Member#: 87481 Join Date: May 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Dallas, TX Vehicle: 06 STi Bruise v2 RIP 02 "STi"	My addition and for fun Have the Q7 clips on the way and a new yakima decal for the fairing. Will post up a new with the yakima decal I made today. I've got my front light bar going back on soon, a STi scoop again, and maybe a set of hella black magics on the rack. Eventually powdercoating the wheels black with maybe a red lip. (wheels ARE bronze btw ) (btw... the fairing makes a HUGE difference)

04-05-2007, 10:46 AM	#284
jk78 Scooby Newbie Member#: 48299 Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: holmdel, nj Vehicle: 2004 wrx wagon wrb	Guys I'm looking at getting a roof top box for my wrx wagon (on factory rails, the tear drop cross-section ones) to help on a long distance move from MN to NJ. Does anyone have experience with the Subaru box? Its cheaper than the Thule/Yakima boxes but I've never seen it in person. Seems like the Thule/Yakima boxes are probably more advanced and constant updated.

04-05-2007, 11:11 AM	#285
Patu Scooby Newbie Member#: 145086 Join Date: Apr 2007 Vehicle: 2004 WRX STi V8 White	Not happy - I just removed the rack to find that the rubber feet have dented the roof in one place and damaged the door trim in another... What's more...I had to snap off the aero flares that run along the door trim so the rack could fit on...then it took me hours to get the sticky stuff off... Did somebody say roof rack!!! Think I need a GT Wagon for the mountain and for biking...! :-(

04-05-2007, 11:11 AM	#286
sybir Scooby Specialist Member#: 4615 Join Date: Mar 2001 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: Don of the Wagon Mafia Vehicle: 05 STi, 97 Leg OB	ooooooooooooooold pic: Good christ, look at that wheelgap. Much better: Just ordered a setup for the new Leg Sedan, too, pics coming shortly.

04-11-2007, 03:33 PM	#287
Stray Cat Scooby Specialist Member#: 87481 Join Date: May 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Dallas, TX Vehicle: 06 STi Bruise v2 RIP 02 "STi"	New pics Might redo it as it looks purple sometimes Just picked up my Q7 clips and trying to find a grinder to borrow so I can do the install.

04-11-2007, 04:46 PM	#288
Hank3 Scooby Guru Member#: 16157 Join Date: Mar 2002 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Tallahassee, FL Vehicle: '03 Mazda P5 <>< '02 WRX & '08 MS3 SOLD!!!	Anyone have problems with their Yakima fairing pads not staying in place? I keep putting on new pads but they always seem to move after a while (the two outside ones) - I guess due to wind. Evrytime I put on a new one, I make sure that the surface is REALLY clean. Oh well...just a minor gripe

04-11-2007, 05:09 PM	#289
DieselClown Scooby Guru Member#: 36135 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: New York City Vehicle: 2005 WRX Aspen White	I need to get a roofrack before springtime so I have no excuse not to go riding anymore.

05-31-2007, 10:54 AM	#290
rip420tide Scooby Newbie Member#: 139950 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Somerville, MA Vehicle: 2006 Outback Sport UGM/CGM	I have an 06 Wagon with the spoiler on the rear hatch. I was hoping to use a yakima raptor for my bike, mounted to yakima crossbars, and also use the yakima fairing. Will the front of the rack extend past the fairing with this type of upright mount? what about with a fork mount? thanks!

06-08-2007, 01:45 PM	#291
Stray Cat Scooby Specialist Member#: 87481 Join Date: May 2005 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Dallas, TX Vehicle: 06 STi Bruise v2 RIP 02 "STi"	Just installed with the modded q7 clips. PITA gettin the weather stripping back on right. Looks much better tho! Proper pics coming soon

06-09-2007, 05:57 AM	#292
rallydriverosix Scooby Newbie Member#: 145419 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: NORCAL Vehicle:* 2008 WRX now with more hatchbackin	how does a rack affect gas mileage?

06-10-2007, 06:46 PM	#295
jdmeg693 Scooby Newbie Member#: 149016 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Denver, CO Vehicle: '06 STi WRB Stage "what the" Deuce	anybody have pics of a STi (preferibly silver) with one of those big boxes that holds like 5 boards? i'll be needing one of those in about 4 months lol

06-10-2007, 11:01 PM	#297
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jdmeg693 Scooby Newbie Member#: 149016 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Denver, CO Vehicle: '06 STi WRB Stage "what the" Deuce	thats sick. ill be needin a setup like that. specs?

06-11-2007, 05:57 PM	#299
AWD_PWNZ Scooby Newbie Member#: 121268 Join Date: Jul 2006 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: La Crosse, WI Vehicle: 2005 WRX WRB	What size Fairing do most people get?