Troubleshooting Rhino Rack That Whistles

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I have installed the racks today with the rubber strips inserted to the top rail2 strips in one box and 3 strips in the other but there isnt enough to close the bottom rails RINO roof rack whistle

asked by: Andrew S

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If a roof rack is whistling and there is a channel on it that is exposed the solution is adding more of the rubber strip to cover the hole.

For that you would want the part # RRM626 which is 15-3/4 inches long but can be cut to size as needed.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I went out to our demo area and measured replacement strip #RRM626. It is 7/8 inches wide at the top, 1/2 inch wide at the bottom, and 3/16 inches tall overall. I have included a picture showing the dimensions for you.

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Answer 2

I may have a solution for you but if you have the Model 3 roof rack by Tesla on your 2020 Tesla Model 3, then we do not have a channel cover specifically designed to fit your roof rack. If the opening in your roof rack is open then it will cause some…

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Answer 3

The Replacement Vortex Strip for Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars part #RRM626 measures 7/8" wide at the top and 1/2" where it installs into the track. I have attached a photo below.

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

I don't know what roof rack you have but if you are missing the strip for the crossbars that covers the channels that would be why it's whistling. If you have Rhino Rack Vortex aero bars the part #RRM626 would be what you'd need to cover…

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Answer 6

Generally, aero bars are as quiet as they can get, but there's a few extra steps you can take to try and reduce the noise from your Rhino Rack SG Roof Rack Kit, part #RRSG59. - If you're experiencing a high pitched whistle that seems to come…

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Answer 7

Yes! The Vortex Strips in your Vortex Aero Bars #RRVA137B-2 help cut down on wind noise when driving. What I've noticed is that without the strips, it's like the bars catch some of the air and send it whistling through the C channels. What…

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Answer 8

You'll be able to use almost any replacement strip as they are almost always fit for a 3/8 inch channel. I specifically recommend the Thule Replacement Channel Cover 59 inch, part #852-5402-005 or the Rhino Rack Vortex 15-3/4, part #RRM626. These…

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Answer 9

The bottom of Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero crossbars like the 54 inch #RRVA137B-2 do not require the strip go on the bottom of the bar. The Replacement Vortex Strip for Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars #RRM626 is designed to go on the top crossbar…

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Answer 10

Since we do not carry a direct OEM replacement you're going to need to remove a piece of your existing strip and take some measurements. You'll want to measure the height, length and width and compare them to #RRM626. This strip measures…

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Answer 11

In order to use your Thule Sidearm Roof Mounted Bike Rack part TH594XT on your new crossbars you will actually need to use the Thule Xadapt3 Xsporter Load Bar Adapter part #THXADAPT3 which gives you the longer bolts to install the rack.

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Answer 12

I do have an option for you but the rubber strips installed into the top crossbar channel on select roof racks are specific to the crossbar. Therefore, in order for us to help you get the correct replacements we'd need to know exactly which ones…

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