roof bars rover 75 saloon

[zola66]

Hi all,

Was lucky enough to get my hands on some genuine rover 75 saloon roof bars, but not too sure what the four little half moon loops are used for, any advice would be appreciated, also the bars seem quite wide to fit any u bolts under/around the bars to anchor the roof box?.

[Tim]

Not sure what you mean but taking the covers off the bars reveal the screws which go into the threads covered by the black plastic covers on your roof line.

[zola66]

have attached a photo of the loops....IMG_0341.jpg

[Tim]

Never seen those before but looking at the base they may slide into the track which has the rubber cover on.

[zola66]

yes that is correct these do slide on to the track when you remove the locking case but not sure what they are used for

[Tim]

I'm a bit slow today. See what you are saying now. Can only suggest they are moving strap tie to take bungies or rope. Due to the plastic design not good for high strain needs though. Not sure if you know, you cna get different types of kit for your bars. I sold my bars when I got the tourer but kept the roof tray as it fits any Thule set up. I've got Thrule cross bars which take the items I had for the saloon bars.

Originally Posted by zola66

yes that is correct these do slide on to the track when you remove the locking case but not sure what they are used for

[bramblp]

Originally Posted by zola66

have attached a photo of the loops....Attachment 16090

Those are for hooking rope, bunji cord ect., I use them all the time but always add a loop of bunji around the main bar as I am not sure of the strength they are rated for.