I just got a factory roof rack for my 04. It looks like reasonable quality. The only downside is there are no accessories for it yet. I really need something to take my kayak back and forth from home to cottage.

It looks pretty easy to install. I'm doing that tomorrow. Very very low profile so I would expect to have very little wind noise from it. Max capacity is 150lbs.

The top has a rubber insert all the way down the center to pad whatever is strapped to it. The allen bolts that put it together have a center pin so you need to use a special wrench to assemble it. Good security idea. Better than nothing.

If anyone has more questions about it, ask away.

Cheers,

CanadianMofo.

 

You're putting WHAT on your Maxima nah can you post a pic with that kayak on you car, the guys will never belive me.

 

lol

Hey someone has to do it. I may switch to a trailer later. I'm a sea kayak instructor in my spare time.

My only concern is that the kayak my not match the car very well. I may have to get it painted to match.

CM.

 

Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc., which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. They affect the operation of the compass which is integrated into the rearview mirror (non-navigation).