How To Mount A Roof Rack On A Truck

Most models that work with vehicle track systems have a specific type of mount or attachment made to work with them.

How to mount a roof rack on a truck.

I installed rook rack tracks on my truck topper by myself and i found an easy way to get the fasteners started without being able to reach both parts at the. Do this for both the front and back strap. Certain vehicles are already equipped with roof racks. Use a screwdriver to remove these covers.

Choose a roof rack system designed for vehicle track installation. With a raised roof the foot pack is designed to go on a bit differently. Instead of interfacing with attachment points a naked roof mount will use a system of clamps to be fastened to the roof of your vehicle often hooking in near the windows. Later gently slide them to your desired position and also adjust the width you want it at.

Some vehicles like sport utility vehicles suvs or minivans have raised roof rails. Get hold of a self sealing screw from a local hardware store and nail it into the roof of your car using a screwdriver. Underneath you should find a threaded mount hole built in and waiting for you. Turn and twist the thumb screws present on the sides of the roof rail so that you can easily loosen it.

Open your car doors. Installing a surfboard rack will depend on your vehicle and your surfboard but you can generally follow these basic steps. Put the second soft rack on the back of your car roof right above the rear door. Put one soft rack across the front of your car above your windshield.

This step can be done for both the front and back strap of the canoe one for each roof rack bar. Install the mount or landing pad designed to fit inside the existing track system. You might recognize them if your vehicle has square covers made of either metal or plastic.