Not to be repetitive or anything, but, at what point in the ordering process could I add the roof rack for a model Y ? Or is that done separately?
TIA!
Richard
TIA!
Richard
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At what point in the ordering process can I add the roof rack for a model Y ?
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Nosken
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Check with your sales advisor, but if you have to order it separately, you usually have to have your VIN already assigned to your account.
Watts_Up
Well-Known Member
I don't think that Service Centers will store roof racks, you have to order them on-line,
and delivery time is absolutely unpredictable, not tracking provided. They should be shipped to your home.
And then you can make an appointment to get them installed if you don't feel confident doing it yourself.
and delivery time is absolutely unpredictable, not tracking provided. They should be shipped to your home.
And then you can make an appointment to get them installed if you don't feel confident doing it yourself.
Aha. Well, I'm pretty handy, so if I do this it shouldn't be a problem. Thanks very much!
Do you know if it’s like the Model 3 where there’s a high risk of cracking the glass (and why I had Tesla do the install even though I’m relatively handy)? I’d like to get racks for my new MY and am trying to determine whether they’re installed differently and there’s less chance of cracking the glass.
-Paul
"I know nothing!" as Caption Klink would say. This is all pre-sales research I'm doing.
It's a bit scary that this could crack the glass? Is that common?
Richard
I did some reading last night and apparently word is to hand-tighten the racks during install rather than use a torque wrench and torque the bolts down to spec. I also went ahead and ordered aftermarket racks after reading reviews and seeing the price difference…
-Paul
Thanks Paul, that's very helpful.. What/whose rack did you order?
Geez, I'd never use a motorized tool on something like that. I learned my lesson long ago and have a pretty good "feel" as to when to stop tightening anything.
My very first post here was asking about roof racks and I included a link to the Tesmag rack, asking if there was a difference other than price. The post was not allowed as it was considered a marketing spam. Grrr.
If you have the time, could you please let me know how it goes when you do the installation?
Many thanks,
Richard
Geez, I'd never use a motorized tool on something like that. I learned my lesson long ago and have a pretty good "feel" as to when to stop tightening anything.
My very first post here was asking about roof racks and I included a link to the Tesmag rack, asking if there was a difference other than price. The post was not allowed as it was considered a marketing spam. Grrr.
If you have the time, could you please let me know how it goes when you do the installation?
Many thanks,
Richard
I ordered the Tesery racks - rated for higher weight than the OEM factory Tesla racks, seems to have good reviews, and includes free shipping. Currently on sale for $299 plus a halloween promo discount automatically added at checkout. I think I got another $20 off. I ended up adding a few other things including some PPF and the updated swivel screen to get to $500 to get a $80 off discount.
Tesery Racks
-Paul
Tesery Racks
-Paul
Watts_Up
Well-Known Member
Does the racks have a lock?
On this video, it seems that there is no lock: Roof Rack Aluminum Cargo Cross Bars (Set of 2) Tesla Model 3 & Model Y - Tesery
But this video shows the key locks: Tesla Model Y Roof Rack Install with Thule Force Cargo Box - Tesery
Does this rack is compatible with the Yakima accessories of the Tesla rack?
Yes, it should have a lock. The older ones did not.
I don’t know if it’s compatible with the Yakima accessories - I didn’t check as that wasn’t something of importance to me. It will just be a surfboard rack.
-Paul
I don’t know if it’s compatible with the Yakima accessories - I didn’t check as that wasn’t something of importance to me. It will just be a surfboard rack.
-Paul
Thanks again Paul. After a bit more digging:
From the Tesery website FAQ page:
8. Does this roof rack system lock in place?
Yes. An integrated security system locks each tower to the roof of your Model 3/Y.
9. How much weight can I put on the Model 3 Roof Rack?
The maximum load rating of the roof rack is 100kg /220lbs. This maximum weight includes the weight of any attachments as well.
$299 list
From Tesmag
Anti-Theft Lock Equipped Tesla Model 3 & Model Y Roof Rack (Set of 2) - $279.00 USD rated at 220 lbs also.
Tesla racks are rated at 165 lbs / $500
From the Tesery website FAQ page:
8. Does this roof rack system lock in place?
Yes. An integrated security system locks each tower to the roof of your Model 3/Y.
9. How much weight can I put on the Model 3 Roof Rack?
The maximum load rating of the roof rack is 100kg /220lbs. This maximum weight includes the weight of any attachments as well.
$299 list
From Tesmag
Anti-Theft Lock Equipped Tesla Model 3 & Model Y Roof Rack (Set of 2) - $279.00 USD rated at 220 lbs also.
Tesla racks are rated at 165 lbs / $500
Silicon Desert
Well-Known Member
OP, I don't know about how car registration works in your state, but in many states, it is based on the purchase price of the car and slowly depreciates over the years. Out here I never buy things WITH the car that can be added after purchase because it increases the registration fees.
Interesting. I'm not sure how that works here in NY, but it was pretty much a no brainer to buy the Tesmag racks for $221 less and with 55lbs more carrying capacity.
My racks from Tesery arrived several days ago and were well packaged. I was pretty surprised at the quick delivery since I’m in the middle of the ocean and most shipping to hawai’i takes several weeks via boat. Tesery’s shipping was free too.
I plan to try to install them tomorrow if I can find a couple of hours free in the day.
-Paul
I plan to try to install them tomorrow if I can find a couple of hours free in the day.
-Paul
Awesome, let me know how it goes. I'm getting the rack to carry wood and am curious about how far apart they can be placed. I'm good with ropes (hey, don't go there
) and have straps, so anchoring plywood sheets etc. to the rack won't be a problem. It's just that the further apart they are, the better the support. And from photos I've found, it looks like they can be installed tilted down a bit so I don't have to worry about going airborne.I even found this photo, camping on a Tesla? Seems like a contradiction in terms!
If the install is anything like how the factory racks went on our Model 3s, there will be no option to place them further or closer to each other. There will be 4 specific anchor points built into the roof of the car for the racks.
That’s wild about the camper on the roof of that MY.
-Paul
Watts_Up
Well-Known Member
I even found this photo, camping on a Tesla? Seems like a contradiction in terms!
If you are curious about this type of tent, iYtesla made several videos on this sbject.
