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Alpha Expedition: Gobi Roof Rack.

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Old May 26, 2009 | 05:07 PM
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here's a question.... How is the noise, due to air drag? I know and have read that the KM Congo Cage is a bit noisy, how is this with drag noise? Thanks for all the input! I am reall leaning towards the Gobi but $$ is tight and will be a stretch unfortunately...
The wind noise at 70 MPH on the freeway with the soft top is definitely noticeable, but not intolerable. It also depends on how the rest of the vehicle is configured:

With the windows open, the wind noise from the windows is way louder, and the top does not seem to move that much. No problems there.

With the blower on recirculate and windows up, there can be an annoying flapping of the soft top (whole thing moves up and down rapidly). Not great, but I would assume similar to other racks of similar design.

However, with the cabin "pressurized" (blower on, windows up, recirc disabled), it is generally fine also. This is the quietest mode that I have found. The blower really only needs to be on one click in any mode (A/C, outside air, etc.) to keep enough tension on the soft top material to stop it from flapping. You will still hear the steady "rushing" of air past the rack, but it's probably comparable to the passenger compartment of a 737. WIth the rack and my 35" MT's I can still carry on a conversation with my passenger(s).
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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 02:09 PM
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Thanks for all the inquiries, and I hope I have answer all of the questions.

if not... contact me again!!!
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 11:52 AM
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Old Jun 10, 2009 | 06:35 AM
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[QUOTE=MBATF;1172602]

Peanut butter, mayonaise, and beer (a variety nonetheless!)...I can think of nothing better to eat in the field!
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Old Jun 10, 2009 | 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by wesley8808

F-that...it's light mayo!

But that JK is sweet!

Thx!

But I wasn't the one who brought that mayo!!!!!!
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Old Jun 10, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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I see that they work with the AEV snorkel, any problems. Also can you install roof top tents on them
cheers MC
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Old Jun 10, 2009 | 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by mc4x4
I see that they work with the AEV snorkel, any problems. Also can you install roof top tents on them
cheers MC
Work with AEV and have cross bars built in for RTT already. I am getting them in the next month or 2.


And Yes they are 37" tires but i think more like 35.5" now
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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 11:35 AM
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Please be aware & to be expect the size of the package upon delivery.

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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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Any picture of the rack on a 2dr?
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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 08:56 PM
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Looking forward to mine coming soon !! Thanks for all the help and ideas on what to do with my axle. Customer service has been great so far !
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