Will the top straps rub the paint off of my 2015 Subaru Forester spoiler? Similar style to the BMW and Acura SUV's in the review pics. Thanks!
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I have a 2007 Honda civic, the top straps have caused no damage that I can see to the top of my trunk
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I suppose it is possible to wear into the spoiler as I view the design of the Forrester. I cannot speak to the versatility of the spoiler itself, and the amount of weight it can support. A better bet may be a hitch mount.
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It also rubs on my Honda Rincon ' s bumper. I have been using it this way without issue and I am not overall concerned. Seem to be built pretty well. You can also call Warn. They are very helpful when I have called.
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I have this on my Subaru outback, your jeep is probably higher than an outback. On my outback it will scrape some times, and if i hit a driveway hard it scrapes.
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Used this on my subaru when i had it...god i miss that car... you shouldnt have a problem
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I have the 2014 Forester but my understanding is that the roof rails are the same as the 2015. AS for this product, I used these aero bars to mount a yakima box 16 and drive from Nevada to Ohio. They work great and are sturdy. They may add a little wind noise if you have the moon roof door cover open, otherwise it's pretty quiet.
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I have a 2014 Subaru Forester with the cross rails. Works very well. It just takes time to set up on car. Hope this helps. Mike
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We traveled in a 2004 Subaru Forester. It was not as large as the newer models, and the sling was a bit saggy. We placed her bed on it as well. We have only a 12 lb terrier, however, and she was just fine. The whole idea of the sling is to prevent the dog from sliding off the seat onto the floor, or between the seats, if an emergency stop is necessary. Being waterproof is a bonus, as well, in case of accidents. Just make sure you use it backwards, with the zipper against the back seat, if you have a dog who likes to look over the top. The zipper is NOT very strong, and ours separated with only our small dog. This IS a large sling, so you judge.
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Our car has a sunroof and we didn't have a problem. The only problem we had was that we didn't buy the blanket to go underneath the roof bag, we ended up having scuff marks on the car due to that, our fault.
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I've had my lashes on for about two weeks now and I just noticed the scratches on my paint from them fluttering in the wind when I'm on the highway. I'm a bit devastated because I have a fiat that's bright yellow an the lashed left black scratches all over my paint that will now have to be buffed out and maybe repainted. Wish someone had posted about this earlier...
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OK You see how there are (6) straps? Those ones that go near the taillights are going to fall out. I wouldn't chance it. Remember it's just tension and weight holding everything secure. The rack works. I still use mine to this day. I just wouldn't open the trunk with it on. At least they do on my Toyota Yaris. It may very well be cause of the design too.
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A dirty car? Not sure about the reference, but if properly installed there no reason for scuff or damage of the roof paint. I have put them on and removed a couple of times and there is a very small "mark" where the clamps attached, but they are barely noticeable and nothing that wouldb't come off with some wax or cleaning product. If you over tighten the clamps, of course you can cause damage, so don't! After all, the metal is pretty thin around the car. The tightening tool that comes with the kit has a torque indicator, so you can see when it is tight enough. You really have to over do it to do some damage. Hope this helps. A dirty car? Not sure about the reference, but if properly installed there no reason for scuff or damage of the roof paint. I have put them on and removed a couple of times and there is a very small "mark" where the clamps attached, but they are barely noticeable and nothing that wouldb't come off with some wax or cleaning product. If you over tighten the clamps, of course you can cause damage, so don't! After all, the metal is pretty thin around the car. The tightening tool that comes with the kit has a torque indicator, so you can see when it is tight enough. You really have to... » Read More A dirty car? Not sure about the reference, but if properly installed there no reason for scuff or damage of the roof paint. I have put them on and removed a couple of times and there is a very small "mark" where the clamps attached, but they are barely noticeable and nothing that wouldb't come off with some wax or cleaning product. If you over tighten the clamps, of course you can cause damage, so don't! After all, the metal is pretty thin around the car. The tightening tool that comes with the kit has a torque indicator, so you can see when it is tight enough. You really have to over do it to do some damage. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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The OEM crossbars on my Subaru failed and the J-racks were undamaged. Worry about the strength of your car and crossbars, that will be the limiting factor. I was carrying a 13 foot 2 seat sit-on-top that weighed 1/2 of Subaru's 150 lb. limit when the bars bent. I'm still using the J-racks.
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I didn't have a problem. I washed my car before putting them on and I would advise that. The material that these are made of won't really scratch your care unless you are careless with the buckles. Like I said though if you put these on a dirty care the dirt between the racks and the roof could certainly be abrasive and harm your car's finish. The hold tight enough to not move so even then it shouldn't be a big deal. I was a little worried about putting them back on after being at the beach for a week (sand and salt) but my finish was fine.
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I just installed the XL rack on my 2012 Subaru Outback and despite the reviews, the trunk when open bumps against the Thule rack and lifts it by 3 inches (when empty). There is a way to make it fit better, but it entails having a bad grip on the cross bars (something the Thule instructions specifically say to avoid). I wish I had bought the Large one. If you think about it, the weight on the car is fixed and the bigger the rack, the lighter the content needs to be as the XL rack is 10 lbs heavier than the L one.
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Not bad. Does not extend all the way to the side of the car. Easy to pull out of and replace into my trunk. I have an A6 and got the armour when I noticed some scratches, but I think they mostly came when I had to park (rarely) on the street. If you park in New York, I think your bumper is doomed a little, but the armour will mitigate the problem. Good Luck, J
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Lengthwise it's perfect, but my car is an '07 so there is no "under" to secure the bottom part. I don't know if the newer models have something to secure the straps. But my dog is large & her weight pretty much keeps it in place. Good news it doesn't scratch my leather seats & for the money it's the best one I could find for the money.
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Hi,Unfortunately this dog guard on fits up to the models of 2012, therefore it wont fit the new Subaru Forester.Sorry we cant help you on this occasion.Regards,TravallUS.