ALL Owners of the Gobi Stealth Rack: Here's your chance...

Probably a stupid question but, what do you do with the satelite radio fin thing when you at a roof rack? I have a Gobi Stealth ordered already and it just occurred to me.

All racks have a notch for the shark fin, have no worries.
 
Those that say there is no wind noise obviously do not have lights mounted up there. I can't drive over 40mph with the sunroof open because the wind noise sounds like a jet airplane. Sunroof popped up is fine- just a bit of noise, but acceptable. Sunroof closed with shade closed- can't hear a thing.

It's still a great rack and I'm glad I have it. Would buy it again!

Same here. Having a 40 inch bar is more noise that the 4 Hella lights I had up there before. If you are planning on a light bar, order it with the center post removed so the light bar does not sit ahead of the fairing.

Okki
 
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I have owned 3 Gobi racks (2 Stealth and 1 Ranger) and have to say that they have served me well. From a 15 day trip to the Arctic Ocean carrying a ARB RTT, awning and annex to a stable shooting position for hog hunting, the Gobi racks have held up well.
 
Very little noise.
a>~original
 
BRING OUT YOUR DEAD!!!!

but I digress I love my GOBI stealth and it is pretty quiet.... now the ARB Awning mounted to the side... not so much
 
I was curious if the unsecured front mounts that rest on the roof cause any damage to the paint or otherwise over extended use?

I'm assuming many have used some sort of vinyl wrap under the wind deflector and possibly the front mounting feet?

Trying to decide between full length Gobi and 3/4's Frontrunner.
 
I was curious if the unsecured front mounts that rest on the roof cause any damage to the paint or otherwise over extended use?

I'm assuming many have used some sort of vinyl wrap under the wind deflector and possibly the front mounting feet?

Trying to decide between full length Gobi and 3/4's Frontrunner.

The front mounts should be stuck on with 3M tape. They won't sit there freely. I do have a clear wrap underneath the wind deflector. I haven't actually taken it off since the day I got it but I don't see any damage to the paint. Gobi installed mine but I had to put the clear vinyl underneath the wind deflector once I got it all in place with the lights.
 
Has anyone wrapped the top of their 5th Gen to protect the roof from the elements since cleaning under the rack is a challenge?


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Has anyone wrapped the top of their 5th Gen to protect the roof from the elements since cleaning under the rack is a challenge?


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Exactly what I'm mulling over now. Got a quote for a clear bra and I have set an appointment date for the install. Have to confirm with the shop this week and hopefully have it done on Good Friday. The installer recommended the clear bra as it's more durable and would last longer than simply wrapping the roof. There will be some maintenance needed but with a clear bra I wouldn't care so much if I was a bit rough with it far as cleaning and coating it periodically.
 
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I installed my Gobi in February and here is my feedback so far...

Rack and ladder-use 2 people min for ladder..the rack mounts are easy, lifting the rack up takes two people but three is way better. (People over 5'10 is helpful)
Wind noise-yes there is some, but if you aren't super sensitive the radio will drowned it out. Without the wind guard - imagine 747 with no windows taking off.
Wind guard-they now send a sticker/decal to prevent the rubbing debris issue.
High Jack Lift mounts-easy install took minutes, very sturdy.
Overall-I'm very happy I got the Gobi, the cost hurts but it's well worth it. The construction is second to none. Use the install thread on here, it helps fill in needs the instructions leave out. I went with the high rise, stealth with the moveable crossbars but to each their own. Get the light brackets even if you don't buy lights right away, you can add later if you like. They include the ladder for free these days to stay in line with the cost of Baja's rack.

Stay on top of Gobi, their admin is not so great and a check in every month is needed. Hope this helps.
 

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