DIY Roof Rack Install
06-28-2012, 06:23 AM
#51
Join Date: 06-27-2012
Location: raeford
Posts: 1
roof luggage rack end caps
i need to know how to remove end trim on luggage reak so that i may install cross bars
06-28-2012, 07:13 AM
#52
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to the forum eddie!The end caps slide off, but they can be a bit tricky to get started, check out this thread for a "How To". Just click the link below.....
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-tutorial-library-21/how-remove-roof-rails-15361/
07-16-2012, 10:20 AM
#53
Join Date: 11-22-2011
Location: Centreville, VA
Posts: 1
R60us: Thank you so much for this detailed how to.
I did encounter two problems which others have seen as well:
1. Rivnut was bigger than the 9mm bit provided in the kit
Solution:
Increased the bit size a little bit at a time until the rivnut would go in snugly.
2. Rivnut Tool was too long when installing the rivnuts on the rear
Solution:
I've seen others say they cut the tool. Save some time and the threads by adding on a nut or two above the non-threaded 'guide' which will still provide the leverage and torque needed to close the rivnut.
Side note:
When torquing down on the rivnut, be sure to keep the post screw on the tool as perpendicular to the roof as possible.
I did encounter two problems which others have seen as well:
1. Rivnut was bigger than the 9mm bit provided in the kit
Solution:
Increased the bit size a little bit at a time until the rivnut would go in snugly.
2. Rivnut Tool was too long when installing the rivnuts on the rear
Solution:
I've seen others say they cut the tool. Save some time and the threads by adding on a nut or two above the non-threaded 'guide' which will still provide the leverage and torque needed to close the rivnut.
Side note:
When torquing down on the rivnut, be sure to keep the post screw on the tool as perpendicular to the roof as possible.
Last edited by DocDinDC; 07-16-2012 at 11:34 AM.
07-16-2012, 11:49 AM
#54
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Join Date: 10-09-2010
Location: Tacoma
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Welcome to the site DocDinDC, 
03-06-2013, 12:44 PM
#55
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Join Date: 05-09-2012
Location: LOS ANGELES, CA
Posts: 120
whats the lengh on the roof rails.
04-23-2013, 07:16 AM
#56
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Join Date: 09-08-2010
Location: Toronto
Posts: 32
Does anyone still have the paper template for the side rails that they'd be willing to sell or lend out for a fee and get back after?
04-23-2013, 07:23 PM
#57
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Location: Sachse, TX NE Dallas
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i did mine on my LS 06 and had nothing other than the bolts and not pattern and had to go to a car lot and measure one that had rails and i learned and only had to buy one extra bolt to hold it down.
i used silicone too and still to this day no leak and i used a carrier too up there and no issues
great how to
wish i would have had it
i used silicone too and still to this day no leak and i used a carrier too up there and no issues
great how to
wish i would have had it
06-16-2013, 09:18 PM
#58
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Join Date: 12-28-2011
Location: wv
Posts: 72
finally installed my rails, thanks to this post. i wouldnt have done it without such an amazing write up!
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/show...134#post709134
templates and GM rivnuts will be listed in the classifieds shortly.
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/show...134#post709134
templates and GM rivnuts will be listed in the classifieds shortly.
09-02-2013, 04:29 PM
#59
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Join Date: 08-10-2008
Location: Snellville, GA
Posts: 239
Just installed my roof rails today. As an added note, I found it easier to align the templates by measuring and marking the center of the roof and halving the check measurements on the templates and going from there.
01-06-2014, 06:54 AM
#60
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Join Date: 01-05-2014
Location: PA
Posts: 26
Just wanted to say thank you for this post. I have wanted to install OE roof rails but was nervous about trying it.. Not anymore!! 