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R50/53 Yakima rack fixed so I can open the sunroof with rack on

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Old Sep 1, 2008 | 09:19 AM
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Yakima rack fixed so I can open the sunroof with rack on

I already was using a yakima rack to carry bikes. One disadvantage was it did not allow the sun roof to open - so I modded the bar (In case any one else is in the same situation.) Cut and weld with 1/4 in steel bar in between.







I probably could have got away with shifting the bar less than I did, but wanted to allow room in case I added more racks attachments or wheel holders in the center section. The front is fine without mods.
 
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Old Sep 1, 2008 | 11:55 AM
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Huh. I just moved my rear bar a bit farther back and no issues...
 
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Old Sep 1, 2008 | 04:57 PM
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I bought the Thule with two bike trays, no problem here.
 
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