| 2.5 turbo hyped | 10-25-2007 12:04 AM |
I used the old school sst y towers that yakima used to make and y3 clips. The clips have to be cut but they DO NOT have to be bent.
The clips also sit to the inside of the rain gutter stripping rather than the outside like the q clips do.
The sst towers are 25 bucks for a set of four on ebay and that is with locks and the key.
Y3 clips can be a bear to find but are cheaper than q clips.
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74778&d=1193106837[/img]
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74780&d=1193106837[/img]
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74781&d=1193106837[/img]
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74823&d=1193284970[/img]
Enjoy!
The clips also sit to the inside of the rain gutter stripping rather than the outside like the q clips do.
The sst towers are 25 bucks for a set of four on ebay and that is with locks and the key.
Y3 clips can be a bear to find but are cheaper than q clips.
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74778&d=1193106837[/img]
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74780&d=1193106837[/img]
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74781&d=1193106837[/img]
[img]http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=74823&d=1193284970[/img]
Enjoy!
| mykrrrr | 10-25-2007 09:47 AM |
Can anyone measure the distance from the windshield back to the center of the front factory mount and the c2c distance back to the rear mounts?
Can I hook the modified clip in there w/o pulling the moulding?
I'm dreading pulling up those trim strips because I had to do that w/my old GF8 and they never stayed put after that.
Can I hook the modified clip in there w/o pulling the moulding?
I'm dreading pulling up those trim strips because I had to do that w/my old GF8 and they never stayed put after that.
| 2.5 turbo hyped | 10-25-2007 06:09 PM |
[quote=mykrrrr;19818226]Can anyone measure the distance from the windshield back to the center of the front factory mount and the c2c distance back to the rear mounts?
Can I hook the modified clip in there w/o pulling the moulding?
I'm dreading pulling up those trim strips because I had to do that w/my old GF8 and they never stayed put after that.[/quote]
Nope, pull the moulding. Slide a screwdriver underneath it to get the clips to release, it's easy once you take a look at it.
Can I hook the modified clip in there w/o pulling the moulding?
I'm dreading pulling up those trim strips because I had to do that w/my old GF8 and they never stayed put after that.[/quote]
Nope, pull the moulding. Slide a screwdriver underneath it to get the clips to release, it's easy once you take a look at it.
| heyarnoldmbj | 10-26-2007 12:50 AM |
if you cut the crossbars, will the end caps go back on?
| RUrunning | 10-26-2007 05:05 AM |
[QUOTE=heyarnoldmbj;19829528]if you cut the crossbars, will the end caps go back on?[/QUOTE]
power tools for a clean cut. it's just common sense. if you pinch the ends while cutting the excess off, then the caps won't go back on...
power tools for a clean cut. it's just common sense. if you pinch the ends while cutting the excess off, then the caps won't go back on...
| tofushopguy | 10-30-2007 03:10 PM |
There was a question on this thread somewhere in regards to the locking mechanism for the SKS lock cores. I recently did this mod with the lock cores. The lock cores fit in the latch perfectly.
This mod is great! I can now yank on the rack without worries. I always wondered about the OEM install because the window weather stripping doesn't seem like a solid anchoring point.
This mod is great! I can now yank on the rack without worries. I always wondered about the OEM install because the window weather stripping doesn't seem like a solid anchoring point.
| IceWilly | 10-30-2007 04:39 PM |
[quote=specialev;19761532]IceWilly,
How high off the roof do the modified YAKIMA clips stick up off the roof without the rest of the parts installed?
I am thinking of doing this trick again on my new car. Last time around I did it with a Thule rack...I wouldn't be against trying it with a Yakima though, and your statement intrigues me.
Got a pic with just the clip installed?[/quote]
I don't. I saw a picture at one point (i thought on this thread) that showed them maybe 1" or so above the top of the car, but I went back to look for it to show you guys and couldn't find it.)
If anyone knows of those pic, or has the Q clips and could take a pic of just the clips on the car and no towers. It would be greatly appreciated.
How high off the roof do the modified YAKIMA clips stick up off the roof without the rest of the parts installed?
I am thinking of doing this trick again on my new car. Last time around I did it with a Thule rack...I wouldn't be against trying it with a Yakima though, and your statement intrigues me.
Got a pic with just the clip installed?[/quote]
I don't. I saw a picture at one point (i thought on this thread) that showed them maybe 1" or so above the top of the car, but I went back to look for it to show you guys and couldn't find it.)
If anyone knows of those pic, or has the Q clips and could take a pic of just the clips on the car and no towers. It would be greatly appreciated.
| indelible | 10-30-2007 04:55 PM |
i havent installed mine yet, at least another month before i do, i'll take pics when i do. But the Q clips are huge, a lot bigger than i had imagined, they'll stick out an inch to an inch and a half from the roof.
| Meat Supply | 10-31-2007 04:22 PM |
^^^nice install there savage!!
hey yall. i like this thred here. going to put my sst towers on maybe this weekend........
for those of you who have done this how far apart are your towers (and mounting brackets i guess)??? i'm cutting up some y-25's i got on ebay for 15 with shipping...got the pads too. 15 was a good deal. anyway thanks ahead. i'll get some pics up when i'm all done to add to the little collection here. later yo
hey yall. i like this thred here. going to put my sst towers on maybe this weekend........
for those of you who have done this how far apart are your towers (and mounting brackets i guess)??? i'm cutting up some y-25's i got on ebay for 15 with shipping...got the pads too. 15 was a good deal. anyway thanks ahead. i'll get some pics up when i'm all done to add to the little collection here. later yo
| Meat Supply | 11-01-2007 08:32 PM |
me again......yeahhhhh
well i started work on my y-clips to get in those damned brackets under the black strippy thingy. got 2 so far. since the base of a 33 clip is about 3 inches maybe wide, i offset the cut of the bent tab (like didn't cut the tab into the middle but towards the side of the clip) so that in the front and the back it gives me about 1 1/2 inches more spread. i know we could all use another 1 1/2 right? i'll put pics up in a few minutes. oh yah, modded bars to fit my towers.....more pics soon!
well i started work on my y-clips to get in those damned brackets under the black strippy thingy. got 2 so far. since the base of a 33 clip is about 3 inches maybe wide, i offset the cut of the bent tab (like didn't cut the tab into the middle but towards the side of the clip) so that in the front and the back it gives me about 1 1/2 inches more spread. i know we could all use another 1 1/2 right? i'll put pics up in a few minutes. oh yah, modded bars to fit my towers.....more pics soon!
| LastResort | 11-01-2007 08:42 PM |
Yes, pics please! I like the idea of offsetting to get more spread.
| umscooby | 11-01-2007 08:51 PM |
[QUOTE=IceWilly;19876593]I don't. I saw a picture at one point (i thought on this thread) that showed them maybe 1" or so above the top of the car, but I went back to look for it to show you guys and couldn't find it.)
If anyone knows of those pic, or has the Q clips and could take a pic of just the clips on the car and no towers. It would be greatly appreciated.[/QUOTE]
You are almost correct in your assumption. The clips stick up about 1 1/4".
You will not want to leave them on the car when you take the racks off. They will be loose and wiggly when there is no tension on them. You can however remove them without pulling the moulding. If you are carefull this can be done without scratching anything.
Great Mod BTW! :banana:
If anyone knows of those pic, or has the Q clips and could take a pic of just the clips on the car and no towers. It would be greatly appreciated.[/QUOTE]
You are almost correct in your assumption. The clips stick up about 1 1/4".
You will not want to leave them on the car when you take the racks off. They will be loose and wiggly when there is no tension on them. You can however remove them without pulling the moulding. If you are carefull this can be done without scratching anything.
Great Mod BTW! :banana:
| Meat Supply | 11-01-2007 09:22 PM |
[quote=LastResort;19907063]Yes, pics please! I like the idea of offsetting to get more spread.[/quote]
yeah i gotta get the cam fired up in a minute here. they're pretty nice so far. it's a pain in my arse to get them just right to slide under the brackets. a little bit of trial and error. i wonder if on the newer imprezas the strip is wider and more convenient.....there's a little seam right next to the bracket that gets in the way a little too.....you just kinda have to work around it. my 4 1/2 sidegrinder is a lovely friend, i need a bench grinder though. *good chrimmis present idea for the fam!!*
and my custom bars. they're not yakima bars (cuz im ferkin cheap), they're round bar from the hardware (8$) and it's near impossible to find any bar with 1 1/8 outside diam. my bar is 1 1/4 so i took my friend the grinder and cut a 1/8 inch slot for a few inches in so when the cam thingy on the tower tightens it compresses the bar and it then fits!!! it'll be plenty strong, maybe just to carry some skis or a couple bikes.......
pics soon!!---------edit....ughhhh photobucket making me wait!!!
here's what i got so far.........i know the cut on the one isn't very square...i have some trimming to do!!
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w304/skateboy16/yakimastuff004.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w304/skateboy16/yakimastuff003.jpg[/IMG]
yeah i gotta get the cam fired up in a minute here. they're pretty nice so far. it's a pain in my arse to get them just right to slide under the brackets. a little bit of trial and error. i wonder if on the newer imprezas the strip is wider and more convenient.....there's a little seam right next to the bracket that gets in the way a little too.....you just kinda have to work around it. my 4 1/2 sidegrinder is a lovely friend, i need a bench grinder though. *good chrimmis present idea for the fam!!*
and my custom bars. they're not yakima bars (cuz im ferkin cheap), they're round bar from the hardware (8$) and it's near impossible to find any bar with 1 1/8 outside diam. my bar is 1 1/4 so i took my friend the grinder and cut a 1/8 inch slot for a few inches in so when the cam thingy on the tower tightens it compresses the bar and it then fits!!! it'll be plenty strong, maybe just to carry some skis or a couple bikes.......
pics soon!!---------edit....ughhhh photobucket making me wait!!!
here's what i got so far.........i know the cut on the one isn't very square...i have some trimming to do!!
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w304/skateboy16/yakimastuff004.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w304/skateboy16/yakimastuff003.jpg[/IMG]
| Psydotek | 11-06-2007 11:00 PM |
Bump!
I just ordered everything needed and it should be here in time for a weekend project. :)
I just ordered everything needed and it should be here in time for a weekend project. :)
| Psydotek | 11-12-2007 06:52 PM |
Here's mine, just installed this weekend and right on my car's 5th birthday (well, purchase date birthday). :D
Clicky the pics for larger size:
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Clicky the pics for larger size:
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[URL=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010136.jpg][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010136.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010137.jpg][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010137.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010138.jpg][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010138.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
| nexus sw21 | 11-15-2007 03:44 AM |
can this be done w/ a thule rack.?
what fit kit would i need to modify.?
jason
what fit kit would i need to modify.?
jason
| sxotty | 11-15-2007 09:10 AM |
[QUOTE=jsavage;11773651]If I had a wagon I would just use the factory racks. They look great and now with everyone accomidating stock racks for accessories like bike/surf/ski racks, there is no reason to go yakima, etc. IMO[/QUOTE]
What? I have a wagon and a yakima rack on top why would I rather use the stock racks? They are far less robust.
I I had seen this b4 I got my wagon I may have got a sedan too :) Ah well I like my wagon.
What? I have a wagon and a yakima rack on top why would I rather use the stock racks? They are far less robust.
I I had seen this b4 I got my wagon I may have got a sedan too :) Ah well I like my wagon.
| 2.5 turbo hyped | 11-15-2007 09:47 AM |
[quote=nexus sw21;20054565]can this be done w/ a thule rack.?
what fit kit would i need to modify.?
jason[/quote]
Trial and error.
Re-read the entire thread and you will find your answer.
what fit kit would i need to modify.?
jason[/quote]
Trial and error.
Re-read the entire thread and you will find your answer.
| IceWilly | 11-15-2007 11:28 AM |
[quote=Psydotek;20023583]Here's mine, just installed this weekend and right on my car's 5th birthday (well, purchase date birthday). :D
Clicky the pics for larger size:
[URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010131.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010131.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010132.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010132.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010133.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010133.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010134.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010134.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
[URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010136.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010136.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010137.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010137.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010138.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010138.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/quote]
roughly how high off the top of the car do the Q clips sit without the towers attached over them?
Clicky the pics for larger size:
[URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010131.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010131.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010132.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010132.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010133.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010133.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010134.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010134.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
[URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010136.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010136.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010137.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010137.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/P1010138.jpg"][IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v178/psydotek/Official%20Car%20Gallery%20-%20Bike%20Rack/th_P1010138.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/quote]
roughly how high off the top of the car do the Q clips sit without the towers attached over them?
| Psydotek | 11-15-2007 11:33 AM |
[QUOTE=IceWilly;20056923]roughly how high off the top of the car do the Q clips sit without the towers attached over them?[/QUOTE]
You mean if i was just to remove the towers/crossbars but leave the Q clips? They probably stick up ~3 inches or so. They're not too obvious but they'd probably flop around a bit when driving.
You mean if i was just to remove the towers/crossbars but leave the Q clips? They probably stick up ~3 inches or so. They're not too obvious but they'd probably flop around a bit when driving.
| nexus sw21 | 11-15-2007 06:06 PM |
[quote=2.5 turbo hyped;20055778]Trial and error.
Re-read the entire thread and you will find your answer.[/quote]
i did .. but everyone is still unsure about wa fit kit to use.. either 233 or 206... =/
Re-read the entire thread and you will find your answer.[/quote]
i did .. but everyone is still unsure about wa fit kit to use.. either 233 or 206... =/
| specialev | 11-15-2007 10:51 PM |
[quote=nexus sw21;20062948]i did .. but everyone is still unsure about wa fit kit to use.. either 233 or 206... =/[/quote]
You can make either the 233 or 206 work. After reviewing this thread, it looks as if I used the 206.
As far as cutting the clip is concerned, I think a tab of about 1/2 an inch will work. I cut one big long tab to fit under the hardpoint in the roof and then trimmed it further to fit under the hardpoint with the tower installed and it bent to ninety degrees. See my post further back with the scale bar for more details.
You can make either the 233 or 206 work. After reviewing this thread, it looks as if I used the 206.
As far as cutting the clip is concerned, I think a tab of about 1/2 an inch will work. I cut one big long tab to fit under the hardpoint in the roof and then trimmed it further to fit under the hardpoint with the tower installed and it bent to ninety degrees. See my post further back with the scale bar for more details.
| PCSkiBum_21 | 11-26-2007 01:36 AM |
Thank you for this - I just finished putting on my rack and it is solid and looks great :) I like the look so much better after i cut down the extra length of the bars
| PCSkiBum_21 | 11-26-2007 01:40 AM |
[IMG]http://i6.tinypic.com/8btfs4z.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i8.tinypic.com/8ggwqy8.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i7.tinypic.com/8ej1avo.jpg[/IMG]
I noticed though that my feet aren't on the roof but more along the strip.. any help? I'm not familiar with roof racks so I dont know how to adjust it that well.
[IMG]http://i8.tinypic.com/8ggwqy8.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i7.tinypic.com/8ej1avo.jpg[/IMG]
I noticed though that my feet aren't on the roof but more along the strip.. any help? I'm not familiar with roof racks so I dont know how to adjust it that well.
| RUrunning | 11-26-2007 04:21 PM |
[QUOTE=PCSkiBum_21;20164677][IMG]http://i6.tinypic.com/8btfs4z.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i8.tinypic.com/8ggwqy8.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i7.tinypic.com/8ej1avo.jpg[/IMG]
I noticed though that my feet aren't on the roof but more along the strip.. any help? I'm not familiar with roof racks so I dont know how to adjust it that well.[/QUOTE]
YEEEAH armada skis with the rossi bindings!!!
[IMG]http://i8.tinypic.com/8ggwqy8.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i7.tinypic.com/8ej1avo.jpg[/IMG]
I noticed though that my feet aren't on the roof but more along the strip.. any help? I'm not familiar with roof racks so I dont know how to adjust it that well.[/QUOTE]
YEEEAH armada skis with the rossi bindings!!!
| t_pego | 11-26-2007 05:22 PM |
i'm having problems adjusting the slotted screw so the q towers sit on the roof not the stripping....
help please
help please
| Psydotek | 11-26-2007 05:38 PM |
You have to loosen the screw which clamps onto the crossbars so the towers can be moved inwards.
| t_pego | 11-26-2007 05:54 PM |
[QUOTE=Psydotek;20172712]You have to loosen the screw which clamps onto the crossbars so the towers can be moved inwards.[/QUOTE]
if ur talking about the screw that has a slot and kinda grooves/roughness (for finger tightening) on the head, then i already tried it. wierd. i loosened it and when i tried to clamp it down it wouldn't tighten.
if ur talking about the screw that has a slot and kinda grooves/roughness (for finger tightening) on the head, then i already tried it. wierd. i loosened it and when i tried to clamp it down it wouldn't tighten.
| Psydotek | 11-26-2007 08:53 PM |
No, the screws on the side of the tower that you gotta turn with a hex key. Loosen those so the towers release the crossbars, move towers closer together a tad, then retighten and check.
| t_pego | 11-26-2007 09:11 PM |
[IMG]http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j271/t_pego/disses/2856OMG.gif[/IMG]
thanks man, i'm gonna take a look at it tomorrow in the light! :cool:
thanks man, i'm gonna take a look at it tomorrow in the light! :cool:
| PCSkiBum_21 | 11-27-2007 12:06 AM |
thanks i will give that a shot
| PCSkiBum_21 | 11-27-2007 12:10 AM |
[quote=RUrunning;20171542]YEEEAH armada skis with the rossi bindings!!![/quote]
haha well my other bindings broke!! thats all i had laying around and i dont feel like buying new ones.. besides i got those skis for free so i cant complain :banana:
haha well my other bindings broke!! thats all i had laying around and i dont feel like buying new ones.. besides i got those skis for free so i cant complain :banana:
| t_pego | 11-27-2007 05:38 PM |
[QUOTE=Psydotek;20175098]No, the screws on the side of the tower that you gotta turn with a hex key. Loosen those so the towers release the crossbars, move towers closer together a tad, then retighten and check.[/QUOTE]
wow... no joke... that last piece of advice is KEY!
you need to do this so you could adjust the crossbars so the feet of the towers sit on the roof and not on the stripping!
thanks a lot!!! install went well
wow... no joke... that last piece of advice is KEY!
you need to do this so you could adjust the crossbars so the feet of the towers sit on the roof and not on the stripping!
thanks a lot!!! install went well
| RUrunning | 11-30-2007 07:14 PM |
[QUOTE=PCSkiBum_21;20177296]haha well my other bindings broke!! thats all i had laying around and i dont feel like buying new ones.. besides i got those skis for free so i cant complain :banana:[/QUOTE]
i wasn't kidding. i had a pair of the original ar5's right when armada came out, and i will ride NOTHING but the rossi/look turn-table bindings
i wasn't kidding. i had a pair of the original ar5's right when armada came out, and i will ride NOTHING but the rossi/look turn-table bindings
| PCSkiBum_21 | 12-01-2007 04:26 AM |
[quote=RUrunning;20230042]i wasn't kidding. i had a pair of the original ar5's right when armada came out, and i will ride NOTHING but the rossi/look turn-table bindings[/quote]
haha oh right on - yeah my other bindings were the look pivot but i wrecked them last year.. landed sideways - oops. haha (still. they did their job instead of breaking my legs and other parts)
haha oh right on - yeah my other bindings were the look pivot but i wrecked them last year.. landed sideways - oops. haha (still. they did their job instead of breaking my legs and other parts)
| hoskos | 12-02-2007 04:12 AM |
great writeup
| sixtoo | 12-03-2007 09:38 PM |
Excellent write up and accompanying post.
So how sturdy is this setup? The original pics look like the Q-towers are floating slightly above the sheet metal on the roof. Anybody with this mod lugged any heavy stuff around (80-90 pounds)?
So how sturdy is this setup? The original pics look like the Q-towers are floating slightly above the sheet metal on the roof. Anybody with this mod lugged any heavy stuff around (80-90 pounds)?
| t_pego | 12-03-2007 11:59 PM |
[QUOTE=sixtoo;20262827]Excellent write up and accompanying post.
So how sturdy is this setup? The original pics look like the Q-towers are floating slightly above the sheet metal on the roof. Anybody with this mod lugged any heavy stuff around (80-90 pounds)?[/QUOTE]
i haven't lugged around stuff that heavy, but it is a very sturdy setup. the towers don't "float", when u do it u'll see that when u clamp them down they stay firmly on the sheet metal.
i just got back from a weekend trip to PA with my snowboard on the roof rack and it help up quite well. i know its not that heavy, but the board causes a lot of drag/wind resistance... especially in a 400whp car. no problems at all
So how sturdy is this setup? The original pics look like the Q-towers are floating slightly above the sheet metal on the roof. Anybody with this mod lugged any heavy stuff around (80-90 pounds)?[/QUOTE]
i haven't lugged around stuff that heavy, but it is a very sturdy setup. the towers don't "float", when u do it u'll see that when u clamp them down they stay firmly on the sheet metal.
i just got back from a weekend trip to PA with my snowboard on the roof rack and it help up quite well. i know its not that heavy, but the board causes a lot of drag/wind resistance... especially in a 400whp car. no problems at all
| wayneman | 12-13-2007 12:13 AM |
For those of you who have done this mod, can you wash the car on a car wash with the rack in place, pr do you still need to disassemble?
| t_pego | 12-13-2007 03:20 PM |
[QUOTE=wayneman;20375149]For those of you who have done this mod, can you wash the car on a car wash with the rack in place, pr do you still need to disassemble?[/QUOTE]
i wouldn't. i've never taken a car with a roof rack thru a car wash
i wouldn't. i've never taken a car with a roof rack thru a car wash
| kruga225 | 12-17-2007 07:00 PM |
For anyone that had their Yakima rack set-up with the Q78 clips or still does. Do the clips attach to that stiff black rubber piece that is above the windows? Do the windows hit the clips when you close the doors? Are there any other problems with the Q78's? I have a rack on order with the Q78 clips, but after reading through this mod it seems like lots of people are ditching the Q78 clips for the Q7's and modifying them, so I'm a little worried now and am trying to decide which way to go. Any info would be helpful.
Thanks.
Thanks.
| Zalthras | 12-17-2007 07:30 PM |
I've been using the regular q78 clips at the window edge for two seasons so far, no problems other than roof clearance with fatter ankle strap bindings.
The first time I put it on, the front windows did contact the clips. But if you set the base at 5" away from the front windshield, and tighten the clips a lil more, it'll pull the flexible black molding up just enough so you don't have any issues with the windows. Also for the paint, I just used scrap pieces of 3m clear bra material to cover the tower pad areas.
[IMG]http://lh5.google.com/Zalthras/R2YH4VHB5eI/AAAAAAAACu4/Fk12PQLoPiU/s800/IMG_10308.jpg[/IMG]
The first time I put it on, the front windows did contact the clips. But if you set the base at 5" away from the front windshield, and tighten the clips a lil more, it'll pull the flexible black molding up just enough so you don't have any issues with the windows. Also for the paint, I just used scrap pieces of 3m clear bra material to cover the tower pad areas.
[IMG]http://lh5.google.com/Zalthras/R2YH4VHB5eI/AAAAAAAACu4/Fk12PQLoPiU/s800/IMG_10308.jpg[/IMG]
| yetogetanrs2 | 12-17-2007 09:27 PM |
That rack is gorgeous! I just got myself a Thule Rack System and Snowboard Rack. Looks great, a bit expensive though : /
Good job!
Good job!
| wrxedya | 12-18-2007 12:12 PM |
has anyone done this with a saris rack......
andrew
andrew
| birchwood | 12-18-2007 04:50 PM |
wow, that looks hot. sweet winter wheels!
[QUOTE=Zalthras;20426999]I've been using the regular q78 clips at the window edge for two seasons so far, no problems other than roof clearance with fatter ankle strap bindings.
The first time I put it on, the front windows did contact the clips. But if you set the base at 5" away from the front windshield, and tighten the clips a lil more, it'll pull the flexible black molding up just enough so you don't have any issues with the windows. Also for the paint, I just used scrap pieces of 3m clear bra material to cover the tower pad areas.
[IMG]http://lh5.google.com/Zalthras/R2YH4VHB5eI/AAAAAAAACu4/Fk12PQLoPiU/s800/IMG_10308.jpg[/IMG][/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Zalthras;20426999]I've been using the regular q78 clips at the window edge for two seasons so far, no problems other than roof clearance with fatter ankle strap bindings.
The first time I put it on, the front windows did contact the clips. But if you set the base at 5" away from the front windshield, and tighten the clips a lil more, it'll pull the flexible black molding up just enough so you don't have any issues with the windows. Also for the paint, I just used scrap pieces of 3m clear bra material to cover the tower pad areas.
[IMG]http://lh5.google.com/Zalthras/R2YH4VHB5eI/AAAAAAAACu4/Fk12PQLoPiU/s800/IMG_10308.jpg[/IMG][/QUOTE]
| AWD Chilean | 12-28-2007 01:28 PM |
Props to everyone involved in the write up of this thread.
I just bought the SST Towers NIB and 2 x Pair of Y3 Clips.
Anyone have any more pics on how to cut this clip down to the right size.
There is a pic of this but i cannot see it very clearly. It seemed they just cut to how wide the top was striaght down.
Thanks.
I just bought the SST Towers NIB and 2 x Pair of Y3 Clips.
Anyone have any more pics on how to cut this clip down to the right size.
There is a pic of this but i cannot see it very clearly. It seemed they just cut to how wide the top was striaght down.
Thanks.
| Mobutusan | 01-18-2008 02:36 AM |
Here are a couple new shots of the modded rack on my wagon. Works great.
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170031.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170032.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170033.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170034a.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170031.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170032.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170033.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/mobutusan/P1170034a.jpg[/IMG]
| sixtoo | 01-20-2008 08:32 PM |
Mobutusan, thanks for the PM. I finally got around to doing this mod since I saw that it actually works on a wagon. It's very sturdy and I really like how "minimalist" it looks....really not feeling those factory roof rails. I lucked out and snapped a great shot today.
[IMG]http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/5369/angelaswithbikerackme6.jpg[/IMG]
tony
[IMG]http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/5369/angelaswithbikerackme6.jpg[/IMG]
tony
| Mobutusan | 01-20-2008 10:26 PM |
Looking good, man. I still think they look better than any factory rail mounted racks on the wagons. I like how much shorter your crossbars are. I wasn't sure if I wanted to shorten mine so they don't hang off the sides as much, but now that I see it, I'm doing it.
Also, I noticed the new WRX hatchback comes with those brackets under the roof trim with little access doors for mounting a removable factory rack. Looks like we were on to something. ;)
Also, I noticed the new WRX hatchback comes with those brackets under the roof trim with little access doors for mounting a removable factory rack. Looks like we were on to something. ;)
| Psydotek | 01-21-2008 04:35 AM |
I've got a question that's been kinda nagging me in the back of my mind...
What are the Q-Clips made of? When you cut the clips you are exposing bare metal (which is a problem for steel which i'm pretty sure they are)... Has anybody had issues with rust weakening the clips?
I suppose i should just check periodically once or twice a year and smear some grease on to the cut surface or spray it with some krylon paint...
:)
What are the Q-Clips made of? When you cut the clips you are exposing bare metal (which is a problem for steel which i'm pretty sure they are)... Has anybody had issues with rust weakening the clips?
I suppose i should just check periodically once or twice a year and smear some grease on to the cut surface or spray it with some krylon paint...
:)
| pearl | 01-21-2008 05:41 PM |
found my answer, now i just need to get the balls to trim it!
| sixtoo | 01-22-2008 10:01 PM |
[QUOTE=Mobutusan;20801613]Looking good, man. I still think they look better than any factory rail mounted racks on the wagons. I like how much shorter your crossbars are. I wasn't sure if I wanted to shorten mine so they don't hang off the sides as much, but now that I see it, I'm doing it.
Also, I noticed the new WRX hatchback comes with those brackets under the roof trim with little access doors for mounting a removable factory rack. Looks like we were on to something. ;)[/QUOTE]
Not too sure exactly how much I cut off since I just made sure I had and inch of slack left on each side. One thing to note is that I cut the rear load bar shorter than the front. I'm only 5'9", but everytime I got into the car I almost hit the load bar. Trimming it down made life much nicer. :D
I was examining the weather strips of the 08's and was impressed. There's a little flip-up door right over roof rail deletes. The mounting points are exactly the same as on our wagons. The only problem is that the weather strips seem to be a lot strighter than on our wagons so I think it won't be a direct swap. I'm very curious to see what the 08 rack accessories look like. I'm positive they'll work with out setup, and the sedans, since we'll be able to attach them with screws.
Also, I noticed the new WRX hatchback comes with those brackets under the roof trim with little access doors for mounting a removable factory rack. Looks like we were on to something. ;)[/QUOTE]
Not too sure exactly how much I cut off since I just made sure I had and inch of slack left on each side. One thing to note is that I cut the rear load bar shorter than the front. I'm only 5'9", but everytime I got into the car I almost hit the load bar. Trimming it down made life much nicer. :D
I was examining the weather strips of the 08's and was impressed. There's a little flip-up door right over roof rail deletes. The mounting points are exactly the same as on our wagons. The only problem is that the weather strips seem to be a lot strighter than on our wagons so I think it won't be a direct swap. I'm very curious to see what the 08 rack accessories look like. I'm positive they'll work with out setup, and the sedans, since we'll be able to attach them with screws.
| DiuSee | 01-28-2008 09:57 PM |
How do you guys feel, about putting your expensive skis, and boards on top of your car unprotected, from rocks, and salt, and other road grim?
| LastResort | 01-29-2008 10:50 AM |
Rusty edges.....
| Njsurfrgurl | 01-29-2008 12:09 PM |
[quote=wayneman;20375149]For those of you who have done this mod, can you wash the car on a car wash with the rack in place, pr do you still need to disassemble?[/quote]
Took it through a carwash after snowboarding (watched it go through and everything) The farring didnt bang or anything. But you have to hand clean it cause my farring still had salt residue on it. But other than that im happy with it
Took it through a carwash after snowboarding (watched it go through and everything) The farring didnt bang or anything. But you have to hand clean it cause my farring still had salt residue on it. But other than that im happy with it
| pearl | 01-29-2008 12:26 PM |
I'm trying this with the Thule rack and a 206 fit kit. I just need to find something to cut my kit with :(
| jetblacac | 02-01-2008 09:56 AM |
you should either use a dremel or what i prefer is a 4" hand grinder with a metal cutting blade. cuts like a charm
| TypeSDragoon | 02-02-2008 10:30 PM |
I did mine today. But I used the Q78 clips :(
you can see that the towers are 1.5~ inches away from the stripping towards the center of the car, and the clips seem long :(
[img]http://a585.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/96/l_9080c4067e192f06edd8fea9796a2660.jpg[/img]
[img]http://a192.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/25/l_6392a5a0d7f32cdead5a31b1f7451e0f.jpg[/img]
i had to get a 38" fairing because the 44" fairing mounts lined up to where the Q towers hold the bars.
you can see that the towers are 1.5~ inches away from the stripping towards the center of the car, and the clips seem long :(
[img]http://a585.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/96/l_9080c4067e192f06edd8fea9796a2660.jpg[/img]
[img]http://a192.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/25/l_6392a5a0d7f32cdead5a31b1f7451e0f.jpg[/img]
i had to get a 38" fairing because the 44" fairing mounts lined up to where the Q towers hold the bars.
| pearl | 02-04-2008 11:11 AM |
I blew my dremel up. oops ha
| cliff257 | 02-29-2008 09:43 PM |
yes great write up and just finished the install. looks great, sturdy as hell and i have old q towers and fairing so a little different. i had clips that were from a volvo and modded them so they would fit and its just wonderful.
many thanks
many thanks
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