Mike Margolis
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CHPMustang
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• Plano, TX, USA |
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 Posted:8/14/2005 12:23 |
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Did you go and adhere it right to the paint surface?
Bill
2002 Excursion XLT-P 4x4 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel
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Mike Margolis
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• Hartford, CT, USA |
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Posted:8/14/2005 12:58 |
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No, I adhered it to the bottom of the roof rack rails at the spots where they rub against the roof. The moleskin is a soft fabric, and it can rub against the painted roof surface without scratching it.
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Edward Wells
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• Champaign, IL, USA |
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JohnBoy
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• DFW, TX, USA |
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Posted:8/14/2005 18:31 |
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Mike... not sure ANY rubbing is good  no matter how soft the surface....
Ed, does the stock cross rails fit back once you put the ribs on ?
youse guys got me thinkin' 
2005 6.0L 4x4 Eddie Bauer Ex
2003 6.0L 4x4 Limited Ex - traded in (BooHoo )
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LANDYOT
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• Newport News, VA, USA |
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Posted:8/14/2005 18:57 |
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Agreed that regardless of material "softness," road debris (salt, dust, diesel exhaust) will continue to work its way under the crossbars, and slowly become sandpaper. The longitudinal slats are a good idea, but which crossbars fit with those?
Other than a full force aftermarket rack and/or basket, I still like mine best. Link to photo ...
http://www.supermotors.org/vehicles/registry/showmedia.php?id=231431
Total $$$ out of pocket was less than $100. HOWEVER, it took many hours of my time ... which I've come to value highly. So, since I'm not one of those fortunate folks who have more time than money, an aftermarket rack (Yakima, Thule) would've been the most economical choice for me.
Oh well ... hindsight is almost always 20-20.
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Edward Wells
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• Champaign, IL, USA |
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Posted:8/14/2005 19:31 |
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JohnBoy
Yes, put them on and put bars back. I put 2 on "high spots" in middle, other 2 near edge. Bars do not touch roof and strips do not move. |
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CHPMustang
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• Plano, TX, USA |
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Posted:8/14/2005 21:03 |
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The only downside I see to moleskin is the light non industrial adhesive isn't real good with high heat and moisture which could lose it's adhesion to the surface in a short amount of time.
I recently wore a neckbrace for about 2 months and am very well versed with moleskin's tolerances.
Bill
2002 Excursion XLT-P 4x4 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel
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