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1) Installing the clip between the weatherstrip and the roof causes a slight gap between the weatherstrip and the roof where the clips are. Has this caused any problems for anyone?



I have the Yakima rack, and while my laziness prevents me from getting too much use out of it, I did drive from NJ to NC (500 miles) in a driving rainstorm, and did not have any leaks. And yes, there is a slight gap in the weatherstripping once installed. Just make sure to press the weatherstripping as tightly as possible around the gaps.

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2) I followed the instructions and wrapped the vinyl liners around the Q Clip from one side to the other around the bottom and pressed it into the 'u' the clips to the actual roof. It seems that it may be too thick overall (hence the weatherstrip question above). Has anyone installed without the liners? Did that cause any problems?



I used the vinyl, but still had a problem with a slight rust spot caused by the rack on the driver's door side. Very minor rust, but it's there underneath the weatherstripping nonetheless. I'd say you may be chancing it to not use the vinyl at all.

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