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Discussion in 'Model 3' started by spinbackwards, Jan 4, 2019.

  1. spinbackwards

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    #1 spinbackwards, Jan 4, 2019
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    Howdy and Hey Now,

    Super psyched to have on the Model 3 roof rack. I give it a 10. It's well designed, doesn't make any noise. Looks great.

    I bought the Yakima Fat Cat 6 ski rack for it. I'm a YakiHead. They're a great company, great customer service.

    I'll put this Yakima piece on for my bike:
    ForkLift | Bike Rack | Yakima Rack

    Low profile, doesn't catch water.

    Really love this rack. Best rack I've owned.

    I think it's bomber with the Fat Cat - but I'm a skinny cat. The attachment is low profile, super clean. I really dig the way rack is lower in the front. Super cool design.

    Here's some pics. Notice there's only 1/2" clearance between the roof and the heal piece -- once the attachment is closed. A little more with it open. All my bindings are Head, I love Head. It works. It's not like the heal piece is going to drop down more and crack the glass. Or at least I don't know how it would. But just in case, I might raise the attachment up 1/2".

    I had to go serious OCD to get this rack. I checked the Tesla store a few times a day (more). I know, I have issues. Glad I got one. They're out of stock now. Of course 6 months from now they'll be half price.

    The rack locks to the roof. The attachment is locked. The Yakima dudes were able to integrate the keys, so one key works for the rack and attachment. Sweet.

    I dig it.

    Peace and love,

    Rack - 4.jpg Rack - 1.jpg Rack - 5.jpg Rack - 7.jpg Rack - 2.jpg Rack - 6.jpg Rack - 8.jpg Rack - 3.jpg
     
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  2. spinbackwards

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    Howdy and Hey Now,

    The schkeez get a little too close to the glass with the rack closed.

    I'm going to raise it 1/2". Better safe than sorry.

    Peace and love!
     
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    Howdy, what's shakin'?!

    The heal pieces were too close to the glass. So I raised the ski attachment up more. Now there's plenty of clearance. Better.

    Peace and love!

    Rack_Raised - 3.jpg Rack_Raised - 1.jpg Rack_Raised - 2.jpg Rack_Raised - 4.jpg
     
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    One more. The guys at Rack Attack are great. Super cool, great service.
     
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    Thats sick! wanna scoop some up for ski trips.
     
  6. silentcorp

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    Sooooo very jelly of you! I've been hitting refresh on that damn store page for over a month now and still no new stock. Rack looks great.... gotta admit your off-center Dead sticker is kinda making my OCD twitch a bit!!! :p
     
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    What product do you use for your garage wall organization? Couldn’t help notice how nice and tidy things are.
     
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    Hey thanks -- the place is messy right now!

    I had a guy up here do it. It's Slat Wall, here:
    https://www.amazon.com/Proslat-33013-Bundle-Slatwall-Panels/dp/B01KCB396I/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1547516479&sr=8-4&keywords=garage+slatwall

    Then you get the hooks and baskets. I also have a couple of ceiling racks, on a crank. He also did cabinets. And I put a heater fan in.

    So I go out in the garage when the old lady has had it with me, be warm - tune skis, listen to tunes, dream about stuff.

    Super happy I did it all.
     
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    You might consider binding covers to keep gunk out of you bindings. Road dirt, sand, etc. can cause your bindings to malfunction. It's much cheaper than a visit to the orthopedic surgeon. Rossignol binding cover-Alpine Accessories That might also help it from scratching your roof if you make accidental contact.
     
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    Holy moly that's one neat and organized garage. Major props.
     
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