There's a notch at the end, and a special tool to do the job

Nice video! I ended up drilling a hole in the center of the caps to pop them out. It is a poor design... Hope to see more vids...

Thanks for this video!!! good~~

There is special tools to lift that cap, like those ones to open up door interior. Can't just use the screwdriver. I didn't have right tool, and I could not wait, so drilled a hole in the middle of those caps to pull them out.

@rjsalameh

3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone have a link to this tool? Where do yo buy it? Picture maybe?

Hi, I really enjoy ur video Wonder what is the total height of the whole car after installation?

I think you could drill those caps and then put a L-key in to pull..

Great Video!! Thank you for posting. I considered getting one of those, but read on the forums that the tabs presented a huge issue, and you certainly demonstrated that! I have the same color 2020 LR5. What wheels are those? are they 20s? Also, how is the wind noise?

@bigriveroverland1577

3 жыл бұрын

Wheels are 21". Wind noise is noticeable on the highway. Its not "loud" its just a noticeable noise. Also its lead to a slight reduction in MPGs but other than that it is a sloid rack and has met expectations thus far.

@rjsalameh

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigriveroverland1577 my MPG dropped a bit by changing from all season to all terrains of the same size!!!

@bigriveroverland1577

3 жыл бұрын

@@rjsalameh Yes, we know that is going to happen when we put on some ATs. But they look so good!

Thanks for this video! Question, do you know the weight capacity of the rack? I was told that the weight capacity is that of the roof rails, which I found was 176 lbs. Is that what you understand as well?

@bigriveroverland1577

3 жыл бұрын

According to the website is says 660 lbs. I feel as if this is suggested and obviously rated on the lower end. The rack is very strong and durable, I think it can do much more than 660. Another thing to consider is what vehicle you are mounting to and the rating of that vehicles support system you are mounting to.

@TeamBMB3M

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigriveroverland1577 thanks for the info. I couldn’t find that capacity on the site. I also chatted with a front runner rep and they told me it’s based on the roof rail capacity. I also have a Disco 5.

@charliew8378

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigriveroverland1577 I think his question may have been to the roof capacity point. As you probably know already, your roof has a maximum load capacity of 80kg. Given the rack weighs 40kg, that doesn’t leave much left. Will it fail if you exceed it? I doubt it, but the handling will presumably get progressively worse, and you’d want to be fairly careful off-roading or driving in a “spirited fashion” with much weight up there. I have an LR4 and the same rack btw.

@TeamBMB3M

2 жыл бұрын

@@charliew8378 @Big River Overland I am new to all of this so I just basically wanted to know how much stuff/weight can be placed on it. :) I have bought and installed the rack. So let's see how it goes!

@overlandfam4032

2 жыл бұрын

@@charliew8378 80kg? Was that dynamic or staticc

Ouch.....that was painful to watch. Beautiful day for some demo though. Geeeeze. Nonetheless, good job.

To anyone who has installed this rack on the Disco 5: Should I be concerned about about liquid/condensation/etc. getting inside the factory roof rails? As you know, you must remove the caps which exposes the interior of the roof rails. As I already have installed it, I cannot remember if there are rubber seals or anything around each of the mounting hardware within the rails to prevent water from getting in, under the roof. Is there any concern about water or the elements getting into the roof?

@bigriveroverland1577

2 жыл бұрын

No issues on our end so far. Curious to hear if others have had any issues. I don't think exposing the rails to the elements will allow liquid to enter the roof of the vehicle but I could be wrong.

Just got my 2018 Disco 5 and thinking on buying this. Did you use any lock tight on the bolts ? How has it held up? Install looks pretty straight forward. How is front runners customer service? Thanks.

@bigriveroverland1577

2 жыл бұрын

No lock tight used. It has been very sturdy and done great so far. Yes, install is straight forward, worst part was removing the caps on the roof rack. Front runners customer service has been nothing but positive. Very quick to respond and offer assistance when needed. (They sent a wrong part# and corrected it very quickly).

@domieTx

2 жыл бұрын

@@bigriveroverland1577 thanks! Anymore plans on upgrades to the Disco?

@bigriveroverland1577

2 жыл бұрын

@@domieTx next will be some tires. Biggest issue now is finding some AT tires for 21" wheels. Proving to be quite an chore.

@domieTx

2 жыл бұрын

Did you need a t60 torx to remove the bolts on the roof rails?

@bigriveroverland1577

2 жыл бұрын

@@domieTx Yes, a T60 was used to remove the original bolts.

what was the torque set for roof rack foot goes on roof rail

@bigriveroverland1577

Жыл бұрын

Honestly didn't look at the spec, just tightened it until it felt right.

@uvraj947

Жыл бұрын

@@bigriveroverland1577 ok 👍 thanks

Can this rack be added without the roof rails?

@bigriveroverland1577

2 жыл бұрын

As long as you have mounting points on the roof it can be mounted.

How much extra height was added??

@bigriveroverland1577

2 жыл бұрын

About 5". Measuring from the top of the original roof rails to the top of the rack. This measurement is at the back of the vehicle. The rake of the vehicle down toward the front, at the front it's about 8" from rails to rack.

how is the wind noise?

@bigriveroverland1577

3 жыл бұрын

There is noticeable wind noise at speeds above 70mph. It is a muffled sound and not a whistle. Turn the radio up just a bit and it goes away!

I am desperately looking for a roof rack fitting for my Discovery Sport 2021 without factory roof rails and without roof window. Has anyone a helpful hint for me?

@bigriveroverland1577

3 жыл бұрын

I am following this as well. I am not sure what options are out there without a roof rail.