I was wondering if anyone has modified their roof rails to allow the front cross bar to move more forward beyond the first notch. it seems like it should be easy to cut a new notch with a dremel. can anyone think of a reason not to? any possible down side? i want to get the most spread between bars as possible for stability of long items up there. especially because i cant move my back bar all the way back because it messes with the SAT reception
2006 XK Limited 5.7L Deep Beryl Green, OME HD, Sahara Wheels, DiabloSport Intune Programer
I dont see any reasons you couldn't add a notch. ... give it a shot
I wonder how structural support runs under the roof.
2007 Commander Overland / 4" SuperLift / 285/70R17 Cooper Discoverer ST Maxx / Rusty's adjustable rear UCAs / Carolina Driveline front drive shaft / Flashpaq / DRLs & Tilting Mirrors / Autolite Iridiums / Cobra 29LX Chrome LE CB & Firestik antenna / Rear fog lights / Mopar Grille Guard with HID driving lights
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The rail mounting goes beyond where the crossbar could go even with another notch.
I have my custom rails at the front & rear limits and they're solid. Ive stood up there while tying down two tires, so well over 200lb. I think he's good from a structural perspective
im really not too worried about it structurally either, it just seems strange that it wasnt made to go further from the factory. ill give it a go this weekend and report back. hey Matt, what are you using for your custom bars? any pics?
2006 XK Limited 5.7L Deep Beryl Green, OME HD, Sahara Wheels, DiabloSport Intune Programer
Unistrut and custom mounts.
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