Roof Racks information page |
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Questions and Answers? |
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Why should i use a roof rack? |
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A roof rack gives your vehicle extra carrying capacity, especially for long items that won't fit inside your vehicle |
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What sort of roof rack should i use? |
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There are many different types of roof rack, you should consider what type of load you will be carrying the most of, as a guide to what roof rack you need. |
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How do i fit the roof rack? |
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Roof racks come with a lot of parts. If you don't know what you're doing, it is easy to purchase the wrong model, or install it incorrectly. Always seek professional help. We live in the age of the educated consumer. If you're buying a roof rack for the first time, do some research to learn more about it before you start shopping for it. |
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What weight can i carry on the roof rack i have selected? |
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Your vehicle handbook will supply the answer to this question, but as a general rule if the handbook says the roof weight limit for your vehicle is 100kg and the roof rack you have purchased weighs 30kg then the payload will be 70kg. |
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Will a roof rack increase a vehicle's center of gravity? |
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Center of gravity should be taken into account while loading your roof rack. A large load would increase the vehicle's center of gravity and its likelihood of rolling over. At least you should feel that your vehicle will sway more than normal while driving.
Always obey manufacturer guidelines while loading roof racks.
Also be aware that your vehicle is now higher. While this should be common sense, people often neglect this fact. Be sure to have this in mind when parking in the underground carparks and before drive in your own garage. |
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Will a roof rack make much difference to the fuel consumption? |
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Yes - between 5% and 10% when unloaded and 15% to 30% when loaded, depending on your driving style. |
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Wind noise? |
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Try fitting a wind deflector to the front bar of the roof rack, it should help keep wind noise and drag to a minimum - great for improved fuel efficiency. |
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If the wind noise is still there, try moving the roof rack back or forwards a little (if possible) and ensure that you have followed the manufacturers instructions on fitting the roof rack. |
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If the problem persists, you may have a roof rack that is not suitable for your vehicle and you should consider changing it, as it is costing you money. |
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Site last updated on Tuesday 9th March 2010
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