CivekCoupe

So recently i bought a Yakima roof rack that came with the fairing and 2 bars. I took it to the nearest roof rack store and they told me that i will need a few things to put it on, these things include:

1. 2 q69 Clips for front bar
2. 2 q70 clips for back bar
3. a stretch kit

I already know i am going to need the clips for sure, but i was wondering if there was a way around getting the stretch kit or will i need it? My car is a 1997 Civic EK Coupe. Thanks for the help.

EG'SUS

No, I dont think the stretch kit is a must... Im also looking into getting a roof rack from yakima and when you go to the website, the stretch kit is optional..

EG'SUS

The clips on the other hand are a must.. And yes those are the ones you need for your civic

CivekCoupe

Yeah well one thing im trying to figure out too is since im not going to get the stretch kit, do i just get 4 q69 clips and put them on the bars or do i still have to get 2 q69 for the front bar and 2 q70s for the back one?
Anyone know?

farkiller

Question.

Whats the pont of those racks? I see them on alot of cars. Are they just for looks? Or do you like put a bike on them or something.

knockout__ned

im looking into a roof rack for EJ8 will there be an issue with my sunroof

egb20v

roof racks are dope!!! nuff said

EJ8freek

I don't get it. Why is this a trend? It doesn't make ur car anymore JDM.

zeBRAHz

the racks can be for anything. surfboards, snowboards, bikes, canoes/kayaks...

knockout__ned

well i need a roof rack cuz my bikes dont fit in my tiny *** car.

farkiller

Lol honestly who actually USES their racks? I cant see a hardcore JDM guy with a tiny *** civic actually driving around with a mountain bike on their car, on an SUV I could see it. Those racks are 100% for looks on hondas.

Look how goofy this looks.


compaired to not using the rack

EG'SUS

Im not really sure on 4 69 clips.... Try to get some info from the website! And yes, they're for looks in my opinion!! They look sick as hell like that ek, dont know bout using a bike though... lol

rokwilder1

Yes, pair of each if you intend on using the stretch kit. However the stretch kit is only need for SNOW BOARDS AND SURFBOARDS to increase stabalization.

yakima.com will tell you part by part

rokwilder1

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Black civic has stretch kit and red civic does not.

knockout__ned

what about the sunroof?will have any issues?

rokwilder1

NOne!

farkiller

My point is putting a mountain bike on your tiny civic looks so stupid and the racks are made to do that, so people get the racks for JUST looks and dont use them for what they are actually designed for.

EL_FERiO

i personally only like the roof racks on the sedans and hatch backs
they look weird on coupes, to me

ironchef25

Are towers universal? I'm currious cause I was searching around craigslist and I saw a complete set (towers clips fairings locks and rack) but the clip was made for a different car. I was wonndering if I can just buy the clip (q69) and attach that to the towers and call it a day. My car btw is a 97 civ coupe.

NOOdS

no, you do not need a stretch kit.
yes, you will need 2 69 for front, and 2 70 for rear.

the rear towers mount on the same spot, with or without the stretch kit.

NOOdS

does everything have to be JDM? if you dont like it...dont get it.

your opinion doesnt matter.

sayyoooon

what size Q clips would you need for an ek hatch?

00EK-Chief

Personally, I think they look pretty sick and I actually have a reason for using mine (mountain biking). Plus, I recommend getting the fork mounts cause they look sick lol.

NOOdS

build your own rack on yakima.com
theyll give you all the parts and sizes you need.

im using 2 Q69 and 2 Q70. i have a 2000 hatchback.

Skip01

Wayyyy to much money just for looks , imho