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#6 of 15 Re: Roofrack siderails for Veracruz GLS [oscar_gata] by busmaster44 Apr 28, 2008 (1:24 pm)
Replying to: oscar_gata (Apr 28, 2008 1:11 pm) I would just be a little surprised that there wouldn't at least be pre-drilled holes under the molding for some racks... In any case, what do you mean by a generic roof rack and where can I get one? I've taken cursory looks at Thule and Yakim with no success...   Thanks in advance...
#7 of 15 by worldrevolver Jan 11, 2009 (6:35 pm)
Any resolution to this?   I have a GLS as well and the dealer told me that the roof is not structurally sound for a roof rack unless installed on model with a roof equipped for it. Like a factory sunroof being reinforced in the roof more than an aftermarket.   Not sure I am buying any of this and the rack should be mandatory on all veracuz's.   Can't make a big deal about 7 passenger seating if there is nowhere to put anything they might bring along.   I have seen the racks that lock into your door sills but I want a proper one. Replies to this message: busmaster44 (Jan 12, 2009 7:38 am)
#8 of 15 Re: [worldrevolver] by busmaster44 Jan 12, 2009 (7:38 am)
Replying to: worldrevolver (Jan 11, 2009 6:35 pm) No update, and I totally agree with what you said. Have you ever tried to pull off the molding on top and see if there are screws or screwholes underneath to mount one?
#9 of 15 by worldrevolver Jan 12, 2009 (10:39 am)
Nope, but I well try that. It would be great if there is a mounting point hiding under the molding.
#10 of 15 by Jozz Jan 12, 2009 (9:58 pm)
If you don't need rooftop storage often, I'd recommend soft carriers, which can be folded away and wouldn't cause any problem with low clearance garages. Some can be mounted with Car Clip Strap Set for Vehicles w/o Roof Racks found here-- http://www.lakelandgear.com/car-top-carrier-bag-cargo-roof-luggage-rack.aspx (no association)   You'd also get a bit help with MPG without the roof rails.
#11 of 15 Re: Roofrack siderails for Veracruz GLS [tony0701] by aksn May 05, 2009 (6:00 am)
Replying to: tony0701 (Apr 26, 2008 4:10 pm) Any updates on this? I just bought a 2008 GLS, and I'm tempted to just buy the roof rails online for 80 bucks and take them to a body shop to see if they can install them. Anyone tried this? Replies to this message: bigjimd2804 (May 05, 2009 11:41 am) aksn (May 05, 2009 1:46 pm) bluesile (Aug 27, 2009 11:00 am) and 1 more...
#12 of 15 Re: Roofrack siderails for Veracruz GLS [aksn] by bigjimd2804 May 05, 2009 (11:41 am)
Replying to: aksn (May 05, 2009 6:00 am) The roof rails you mention are most likely NOT the side rails, instead they are the CROSS rails. You should be able to purchase the side rails from a cooperative dealer's parts and/or body shop, but I'm sure they would be outrageously expensive. I think I would look at a Thule or Yakima roof rack system as a more reasonable and rugged alternative. Replies to this message: aksn (May 05, 2009 1:46 pm) bluesile (Aug 27, 2009 11:00 am) busmaster44 (Aug 27, 2009 12:39 pm)
#13 of 15 Re: Roofrack siderails for Veracruz GLS [bigjimd2804] by aksn May 05, 2009 (1:46 pm)
Replying to: bigjimd2804 (May 05, 2009 11:41 am) I'm no car expert, but these look like ROOF rails to me.   http://www.thepartsbin.com/sitemap/hyundai~roof_rails~parts.html Replies to this message: bluesile (Aug 27, 2009 11:00 am) busmaster44 (Aug 27, 2009 12:39 pm)
#14 of 15 Re: Roofrack siderails for Veracruz GLS [aksn] by bluesile Aug 27, 2009 (11:00 am)
Replying to: aksn (May 05, 2009 1:46 pm) aksn - did you try the above roof rail? if so, how was the installation? thx! Replies to this message: busmaster44 (Aug 27, 2009 12:39 pm)
#15 of 15 Re: Roofrack siderails for Veracruz GLS [bluesile] by busmaster44 Aug 27, 2009 (12:39 pm)
Replying to: bluesile (Aug 27, 2009 11:00 am) Thanks for the suggestion... It required drilling so I think I'm going to wait for the pros to do it. Thanks!

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