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Prep Roof Before Rack Install?
Getting ready to put Gobi rack on. Before I mount it, should I use special protectant or maybe a clear wrap on the roof? No easy way to clean it once mounted. What, if anything, are other people doing?
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11-08-2015, 07:19 PM
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I've seen people on here that said they use a swifter to clean under it. No way around it, that would be a pain to clean under. Personally I would use a sealer of some type to get some protection on there before putting the rack on.
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11-08-2015, 11:42 PM
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I put a couple coats of wax on it before I installed my Drabbits Rack. I also take my rack off every 6 months or so to wash it and reapply wax. A clear plastic car wrap would be a good idea.
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11-09-2015, 12:05 AM
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Quote:
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I've seen people on here that said they use a swifter to clean under it. No way around it, that would be a pain to clean under. Personally I would use a sealer of some type to get some protection on there before putting the rack on.
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I use a swiffer with a microfiber cloth wrapped around it for cleaning. We did fill the mounting holes with RTV before mounting the legs.
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11-09-2015, 03:35 AM
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Highly recommend adding clear wrap to where the wind deflector touches the paint.
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11-09-2015, 03:41 AM
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Highly recommend adding clear wrap to where the wind deflector touches the paint.
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Meaning vinyl wrap the deflector, or like a 3M-type of clear paint protection film to the roof where the two meet?
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11-09-2015, 05:07 AM
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Meaning vinyl wrap the deflector, or like a 3M-type of clear paint protection film to the roof where the two meet?
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The latter
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definitely need to use a lubricant, but it is better to turn to authorized service center for high-quality diagnostic
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Quote:
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definitely need to use a lubricant, but it is better to turn to authorized service center for high-quality diagnostic
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Quote:
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definitely need to use a lubricant, but it is better to turn to authorized service center for high-quality diagnostic
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X2... huh?? Did you read the first post?
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Thanks all, Okki post looks like a good solution.
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11-09-2015, 09:35 AM
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I just don't look at my roof.
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11-09-2015, 09:49 AM
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I would also recommend using a gasket sealer for your bolts. Forgot the name of it but it will ease your mind off potential water leakage
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I waxed mine before I put the rack on. When I wash the truck I just get my wife to wash the roof, she can get most of it with her skinny arms.
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