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How to Install the Yakima HD Crossbars on a 2020 Ram 1500

Hi, everybody, Adam, here with etrailer. Today, we're going to be taking a look at the Yakima HD roof rack system on our 2020 Ram 1500. So this is going to be a great addition to your guys's Ram, just because we're going to be able to use the top of the truck along with the bed of our truck. So we're going to be able to get even more goods on the top of our cab here, just to maybe free up some… see more >

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Measure the distance between the feet or raised rails on the roof of your vehicle and pick out the Yakima fairing that falls right under that dimension in overall length. We have the part #Y05018 which measures 46 inches long, the part #Y05017 which…

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Hey Brian, I reached out to my contact at Yakima regarding the Bottom Infill #Y01166-LC. Unfortunately, they do not have a dimensional drawing or cross section that they could send. Nor do we have any in stock here so I can't go grab one and…

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For a wind fairing for 59 inch crossbars I recommend the Yakima WindShield Fairing for Roof Racks - 52" Long #Y05019.

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Sorry to hear that, noise typically isn't a major issue with the JetStream bars #Y00425. A fairing will definitely help reduce any whistling as well as drag. Sticking with Yakima, we have the following available: -Yakima WindShield Fairing for…

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