Do these cross bars create a lof of wind noise?
455202
Not at all.. I sometimes forget they are even there.On one side, their design is really aerodinic, while at the same time being really sturdy and practically one single piece without removable parts, so that reduces a lot the changes of moving pieces to shake with the wind.
2140653
I have factory elliptical cross bars for a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, no wind noise whatsoever.
242614
Yes. It's noisy when air moves through with the unit off, when it's windy outside. It's probably best to use an outside vent cover that has a good built in flap.
249645
They do not add to the wind noise and if you drive with the Windows down thirty help with the noise ...Hope that helps...
1437991
Yes, I have the light, blower and carbon filter suspended from the top cross bars. The over all structure is good enough for the job it needs to do. I'm sure there are cross bars that can be bought, they are just generic items after all.
1130464
Ha-Ha! Never thought of that. Mine isn't as loud - perhaps because I used foam on all 4 sides (the peel'n'stick type) on the window itself. Yes, there is noise - the unit is pretty basic (and I knew this) - but the price was good, so I balanced out the noise with $ savings. Also, it seems that the unit is pretty crudely built, so maybe there are noise levels which vary from unit to unit. It runs well, for me. I also live in NYC, so noise isn't an issue, it's a daily lifestyle.
844390
It has Velcro attachments that connect over the crossbar. I purchased it more as a wind block but if it rained I believe the rain could get in from the gaps in the connections to the crossbar. Although this served my need I'm considering a model that comes with removable sides.
1424545
The noise you speak of was background noise including wind or even leaves. The real problem for me.was not verifying they shut off when a loud noise such as a gun goes off and of course they do not. If you wear glasses you can forget it. I purchased a Peltor ear muff type with a wire around the back for those who wear hats and I like them.
613257
I have had no problems with the plastic bars that you refer to. I prefer that they do have some flexibility in the wind as opposed to more rigid bars. Charley Engelking
2208637
It *is* the bars that connect both sides. It's a very neat system that folds out when needed, and folds back in for reduced wind noise /mpg when not necessary.
472476
The crossbars slide with the mounts until you tighten the bolts down. The difference will be the amount of bar which hangs over each side. Use a tape measure to get an idea of how wide you want the bars to be. Some buy the bars for some purpose which may require a wider bar (a canoe). I am happy with the quality but....they do add wind noise to my Mazda.
1930047
The rails are about 3.5" off the roof at the brackets. They do create some wind noise, probably depending on the shape of the roof.
873825
Make sure loose ends are wrapped up and secured. The tighter the straps, the less wind noise resulting from movement and vibration. Mine is used with a roof rack so I don't know how to deal with the door problem.
615605
Yes there is a whistling noise from the light bar when you travel at like 70mph and above or if its really windy
715220
Believe it or not, they are not as loud as you might expect. I can't tell you the difference between these and any other MTZ tire. But the difference between these and normal stock tires they replaced are hardly noticeable. I Drive around a lot with my top down so I'm use to wind sounds however. I'm running them on a 06 wrangler unlimited on a Rough Country 4" Lift. No troubles so far. ( Except they rub on my lift on really sharp turns). I've since gotten use to a wider turn radius and can't complain.
86410
No, but they do shut out at least a good two thirds of external noise, so it's wrong to use them when you need to be aware of outside sounds.
2140654
There is added wind noise, but i could not consider this a problem with a product.