Model Y roof racks - AliExpress and others

[SteveW25561]

Anyone have experience with these roof racks for Model Y?

They’re considerably cheaper than Tesla’s and look identical. The have the same J hook mount.

I have the Tesla branded racks on my S but these look good to me. Of course I know there’s always risk with knock offs but I’m wondering if anyone has tried these? The first links are for a Canadian company and the second one is from AliExpress- I’m willing to bet these are the same thing, marked up in Canada (still cheaper than Tesla’s)

Model 3/Y: Aluminum Roof Rack Cross Bars (2 PCs)

A must-have for outdoor lovers. Designed for transporting sporting goods like bike carriers, surfboards, snowboards, kayaks, canoes, and etc. Our crossbars come with an antitheft system that locks them on your vehicle. Come with two sets of keys. Made with aluminum to minimize the total weight...

evaca.ca

I bet these are from China vendors like this:

C$ 270.95 57％ Off | 2021 Aluminum Roof Rack Cross Bars Cargo Carriers For Tesla Model Y Model 3 2017-2020 Rooftop Crossbar Luggage Holder For Tesla

235.62US $ 58% OFF|2021 Aluminum Roof Rack Cross Bars Cargo Carriers For Tesla Model Y Model 3 2017 2020 Rooftop Crossbar Luggage Holder For Tesla|Roof Racks & Boxes| - AliExpress

Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

a.aliexpress.com

 

[sporty2k]

I just got mine yesterday from Aliexpress. Going to put them on today. Instructions are in good english which is a bit of a surprise. Quality looks and feels great. Judging from the online videos of people installing the OEM racks these are a bit different. Will report how installation went.

 

[sporty2k]

I just got mine yesterday from Aliexpress. Going to put them on today. Instructions are in good english which is a bit of a surprise. Quality looks and feels great. Judging from the online videos of people installing the OEM racks these are a bit different. Will report how installation went.

I just realized I got mine on ebay ..but they are from the same Chinese source For Tesla model Y Roof Rack Cross Bar luggage Racks 2020 2021 | eBay

 

[Grandpa Gebis]

These do look a bit taller, and the mounting foot looks a bit different. At around $350, why not just go for the tried and true OEM verion... Best of luck to those with these racks!

 

[SteveW25561]

Actually the CAD$ pricing for the Tesla version is $650 vs $275 CAD from AliExpress or $420 CAD from the Canadian company.

 

[Grandpa Gebis]

Actually the CAD$ pricing for the Tesla version is $650 vs $275 CAD from AliExpress or $420 CAD from the Canadian company.

Sorry, I was looking at prices in USD and didn’t see you were from Canada. I still stand by the OEM and would be hesitant to trust a knock off, but to each their own.

 

[chlongjeans1]

i was also curious about this, cuz the after market one on M3, its not been so well

 

[JimmySure]

I am all about saving bucks where possible, but decided on OEM for the roof rack AND had Tesla install after reading horror stories about cracked roof glass and Tesla not covering under warranty. Good luck guys!

 

[osunick]

I suspect the existence of the Shanghai Gigafactory will have a dramatic effect on fit and compatibility for all these accessories coming out of China, just easier to get an actual vehicle to test on. Your risk tolerance should probably be somewhat coupled to the expected load (bikes probably ok, maybe wouldn't do a tent for overlanding) and the worst case scenario of something going wrong.

 

[bluestonex]

Here’s another I found for $250, no experience yet though:

Tesla Model Y Roof Rack- Multi-Installations Ready

Our Tesla Model Y Roof Rack is finally here! Easy to remove, our rack is designed for seasonal installations. Includes extra roof protection stickers for multiple installations ✓

talsem.com

 

[hnguy054]

I just realized I got mine on ebay ..but they are from the same Chinese source For Tesla model Y Roof Rack Cross Bar luggage Racks 2020 2021 | eBay

How were these ebay ones?

 

[Mrkulit9]

I just got mine yesterday from Aliexpress. Going to put them on today. Instructions are in good english which is a bit of a surprise. Quality looks and feels great. Judging from the online videos of people installing the OEM racks these are a bit different. Will report how installation went.

Sporty2k - how did the installation go? Please provide your feedback. Thx

 

[sporty2k]

Everything went great. These installation was simple. The parts look pretty OEM and they look great on. No locks though and one other BIG issue...they whistle when driving around 25-35. No sound at higher or lower speeds but the whistle is enough to make me take them off and only use when I need to transport my bikes for long distances.

 

[friscomelt314]

Saw the roof racks are back in stock. On the fence about ordering one as I'd really only use it for skis (and even then, only handful of times per year). Has anyone had experience with this Thule rack on their MYLR (especially in CO)? I've seen a lot of positive feedback on the Yakima Fatcats, but I have the Thule from my old car still so I'm starting with that.

Thule SnowPack 4 Ski/Snowboard Rack | REI Co-op

The Thule SnowPack 4 is a sleek, aerodynamic ski carrier transports up to 4 pairs of skis or 2 snowboards with loving care.

www.rei.com

Or would I be better off trying to sell my rack and carry the skis inside the car?

 

[husklylord]

I might be following Sporty's footsteps.
As a guy who has never used AliExpress in the past, it's rather daunting seeing what looks like the same product, the same pictures used by all the different vendors, and then the wild difference in prices.

 

[JimmySure]

Everything went great. These installation was simple. The parts look pretty OEM and they look great on. No locks though and one other BIG issue...they whistle when driving around 25-35. No sound at higher or lower speeds but the whistle is enough to make me take them off and only use when I need to transport my bikes for long distances.

That’s a bummer. Even if they look and perform well, that would drive me nuts. I bet they sort it out with future design tweak.

 

[Landshark70]

Everything went great. These installation was simple. The parts look pretty OEM and they look great on. No locks though and one other BIG issue...they whistle when driving around 25-35. No sound at higher or lower speeds but the whistle is enough to make me take them off and only use when I need to transport my bikes for long distances.

Didn't you damage the glass or trim? I bought the same roof rack because the OEM ones are not yet for sale in Europe. If I put the J-hooks inside the trim it looks like the screw thread is close to the glass and roof trim. I'm afraid if the roof rack starts moving sideward it will damage either the paint or glass?

 

[xiaoyutherider]

Didn't you damage the glass or trim? I bought the same roof rack because the OEM ones are not yet for sale in Europe. If I put the J-hooks inside the trim it looks like the screw thread is close to the glass and roof trim. I'm afraid if the roof rack starts moving sideward it will damage either the paint or glass?

When you are installing yours, did you have the issue where the rear J hooks were not long enough? mine was so short that I couldn't even get the nuts screwed all the way in without really forcing it.

 

[xiaoyutherider]

I just realized I got mine on ebay ..but they are from the same Chinese source For Tesla model Y Roof Rack Cross Bar luggage Racks 2020 2021 | eBay

I got these ones too and just have them installed today. 2 issues, mine start whistling after 40mph and won't stop whistling no matter how fast I go. Also the rear J hooks seems to be shorter because of the thicker rubber base, causing the nut couldn't get screwed down fully without a considerable amount of force.

Did you experience something similar with yours?

Other than these I think they are great.

 

[friscomelt314]

When you are installing yours, did you have the issue where the rear J hooks were not long enough? mine was so short that I couldn't even get the nuts screwed all the way in without really forcing it.

When I installed mine I think the J hooks were all the same, but the towers are different and each go on specific corners.