Anyone have a bike roof rack?
07-28-2004, 03:30 PM
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Anyone have a bike roof rack?
what brand and how much? im looking at a thule or yakima, nuttin fancy just one that works. plus i want one where u take off the front wheels of the bike. thanks!
07-29-2004, 03:54 PM
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I've got a Thule on mine....pretty much reused most parts from my Integra.
Thule looks alright, although the rack sits totally flat. The Yakima will have more of a raked look, which I personally like a lot better.
For the Thule, I ended up buying the roof extension kit to spread the load a little more evenly. I believe for Yakima, that's not necessary if you're just carrying bikes.
Can't remember what I paid, but it was roughly about 20% off of the retail rates.
Thule looks alright, although the rack sits totally flat. The Yakima will have more of a raked look, which I personally like a lot better.
For the Thule, I ended up buying the roof extension kit to spread the load a little more evenly. I believe for Yakima, that's not necessary if you're just carrying bikes.
Can't remember what I paid, but it was roughly about 20% off of the retail rates.
08-03-2004, 06:11 AM
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Sport luxury cars are not for BIKE RACK
IMHO they look ridiculous
For about twice the amount of a bike rack, you can buy a second vehicle.
I purchased a 1990 caravan for 600.00
No rust
No door dings
No body damage
mint intereior
oil changed every 2500 miles since new
90 k miles
new tires brakes shock and struts
[SIZE=7]US$600.00!
IMHO they look ridiculous
For about twice the amount of a bike rack, you can buy a second vehicle.
I purchased a 1990 caravan for 600.00
No rust
No door dings
No body damage
mint intereior
oil changed every 2500 miles since new
90 k miles
new tires brakes shock and struts
[SIZE=7]US$600.00!
08-03-2004, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by dukmahsik
what brand and how much? im looking at a thule or yakima, nuttin fancy just one that works. plus i want one where u take off the front wheels of the bike. thanks!
dude they sell one that mounts on to your trunk with straps and softened hooks... it wont ruin or paint and its completely portable
08-03-2004, 11:12 AM
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I still like my rack and it's pretty convenient to have, especially if I enjoy driving out to go mtn biking. The only thing is that it might be somewhat of a pain to put on...taking off is no problem. It hasn't left any marks on my car's paint either. I don't keep it on all the time, only when I go riding. After putting it on a few times, it gets easier.
Let me see if I can find some pics.
I think it's easier if you PM me your email address and I'll just email you the pictures.
Let me see if I can find some pics.
I think it's easier if you PM me your email address and I'll just email you the pictures.
08-03-2004, 11:46 AM
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http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...9&page=2&pp=25
Scroll down til you find my CL with the Yak. Lots of pics and part numbers.
and I think it looks pretty good.
Scroll down til you find my CL with the Yak. Lots of pics and part numbers.
and I think it looks pretty good.
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