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Since: Jul 14, 2008
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(Msg. 1) Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 11:09 am
Post subject: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 11:09 am
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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subaru dude writes:
> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> strips already.
Dude,
What's the dealer say? This body integrity issue is covered by your
factory warranty. 
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2008 12:02 pm
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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On Jul 14, 11:09 am, subaru dude wrote:
> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> strips already.
Is it an OEM roof rack, or an aftermarket one? Maybe play around with
the crossbar position a bit to cut down on the turbulence. A rack is
gonna cause some noise, just due to it's nature. But I would take the
car back to the dealer to get the 'weather strips' replaced....
Dan D
'99 Impreza 2.5 RS
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 9:34 am
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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On Jul 14, 11:09 am, subaru dude wrote:
> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> strips already.
Are the cross-bars removable?
Are the cross-bars on backwards? Thick part should be towards the
front.
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:12 am
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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subaru dude wrote:
> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> strips already.
The dealer confirms the manufacturer acknowledges problem exists with
OEM product. Their solution is to remove the rack from the car. >> Stay informed about: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem |
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(Msg. 6) Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:41 am
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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subaru dude writes:
> subaru dude wrote:
>> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above
>> 25 mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three
>> weather strips already.
> The dealer confirms the manufacturer acknowledges problem exists with
> OEM product. Their solution is to remove the rack from the car.
Ugh, that sucks. Which rack are we talking about the usual rails and
such?
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2001 Legacy Outback Wagon, 2.5L H-4
Chicago, Illinois USA >> Stay informed about: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem |
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(Msg. 7) Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:00 pm
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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subaru dude wrote:
> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> strips already.
The OEM crossbars screw into slots on the roof. I guess they could be
installed incorrectly, but on the bottom side of one rack specifies the
position and direction it should be facing. I have a neighbor with the
exact same car and rack. They had the noise problem and their dealer
installed five triangular bars across on the front bar and according to
the driver the noise has been eliminated. I asked my dealer about the
fix up, but he said it was the European solution and Subaru does not
have this in the USA. Who knows why? I'm baffled as to Subaru's response
to this issue. >> Stay informed about: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem |
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(Msg. 8) Posted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 6:43 am
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On Jul 16, 4:00 pm, subaru dude wrote:
> subaru dude wrote:
> > Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> > mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> > strips already.
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> The OEM crossbars screw into slots on the roof. I guess they could be
> installed incorrectly, but on the bottom side of one rack specifies the
> position and direction it should be facing. I have a neighbor with the
> exact same car and rack. They had the noise problem and their dealer
> installed five triangular bars across on the front bar and according to
> the driver the noise has been eliminated. I asked my dealer about the
> fix up, but he said it was the European solution and Subaru does not
> have this in the USA. Who knows why? I'm baffled as to Subaru's response
> to this issue.
Sounds like you need to go to your neighbor's dealer!
Dan D
'99 Impreza 2.5 RS (son's)
Central NJ USA >> Stay informed about: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem |
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(Msg. 9) Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2008 4:27 pm
Post subject: Re: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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subaru dude wrote:
> Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> strips already.
Spoke with a different dealer today. He said the vehicle is designed
knowing it will make noise. Roof racks are only a temporary convenience.
I said I found it hard to believe Subaru would design a product in
this new millennium that is not aerodynamic. No response from dealer. I
buy my next car from a different manufacturer. >> Stay informed about: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem |
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(Msg. 10) Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 8:25 am
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On Jul 19, 4:27 pm, subaru dude wrote:
> subaru dude wrote:
> > Anyone have this experience. Driving with and without a load above 25
> > mph sounds like a helicopter hovering over the car. Lost three weather
> > strips already.
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> Spoke with a different dealer today. He said the vehicle is designed
> knowing it will make noise. Roof racks are only a temporary convenience.
> I said I found it hard to believe Subaru would design a product in
> this new millennium that is not aerodynamic. No response from dealer. I
> buy my next car from a different manufacturer.
Good luck with that.
Dan D
'99 Impreza 2.5 RS (son's)
Central NJ USA >> Stay informed about: 2008 Impreza Roof Rack Noise Problem |
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