OEM VW MK7 Golf GTI Roof Rack (Base Carrier Bars) DIY (How to) Install

[@Deutscheautoparts]

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[@lisamarie1280]

In case anybody's interested, I just bought these base carrier bars, and they are super easy to install and un-install by myself. I prefer the clean lines of my car without the rack, so I'm very pleased that I can put them on when I need them and take them off again when I'm done. I put a towel over one of the clamps when moving it to the other side of the car to protect the roof, and that worked well.

[@nikelover94]

when removing them do you need to put the grommets back in?

[@debhaskell3875]

Thank you. You’re the only one who mentions the wind reduction tabs that go on the bottom of the rack and the rubber gasket for storage. My dealer installed the rubber gaskets and did not install the wind reducers. They don’t even know what they’re doing at VW.

[@francescopastino]

Where are the wind reduction tabs applied exactly? On the front or back? On top or bottom? Parallel or perpendicular to the bars? I'm still confused. TIA.

[@peterberbee]

The plastic plugs that need to be removed in front are threaded. They unscrew with a 2.5 mm hex tool. I think it is easier to unscrew them than to pry them out. Plus they can be reused. Thanks for the rack.

[@bd-dn9hf]

I know I'm late to the party here, but this is the best vid for this on the net. Any chance you might be able to show how the 'louvers' are installed. You mention it during the video but never show the method. Thanks for the great videos, keep up the great work. I hope you are enjoying the net GTI!

[@Gino20202]

These are nice racks but 2 points of caution. The weatherstripping on your door sills will start to tear over time after opening/closing the door because of the metal base on the roof. The metal base on the roof may (will) scratch the paint on your car.

[@williamhill6473]

This is really useful thank you

[@110jim]

I used these for 3 years across two different cars, taking them on and off almost every single weekend. The weather stripping on my cars never had any damage at all. If you're getting damage, you're doing something wrong.

[@smittym6360]

@@110jimdoes it damage your paint where the metal base sits?

[@benjaminancion8785]

saved me lots of time and trouble, thanks!

[@joshchojnacki8506]

I have the OEM Roof Rack, but haven't installed it yet. My question is the part that hooks up to the inside part of the door frame seems to be completely metal. Will this not corrode over time with having metal on metal?

[@rockervdrive]

I just received mine today. The bottom parts that hook onto the inside of the roof frame have a rubberized coating on them. Any part of the rack that clamps down on the car and touches the paint is rubber or has a rubberized coating. Shouldn't have any issues with corrosion.

[@spreadthefunk]

Clear and simple. Thank you 👍

[@giannitahitu6454]

Thanks for the vid! What is the max speed with the OEM Roof Rack and Box?! Do you guys.. or maybe someone else here know that?

[@LiamRoberts-py8ci]

Does this damage the paint on the car? I’ve installed my roof bars and I’m curious as to wether it will damage the paint on either the roof or under the door lip at the top

[@chhayrithy]

I'm reading that the max load of the OEM rails is 110 pounds. Is that correct? With most cargo boxes being 40-50 pounds, that only allows for 50-60 pounds of cargo. Would Thule or Yakima rails be better since they have a higher max limit?

[@chrisdean9944]

Great video but where can you buy these roof racks in the UK?!

[@davidsaver1]

Where do we place the Louvers

[@brentcarmichael5909]

I got an OEM set from VW for a 2018 golf R. The rack does not have the little nubs (male end) that would go in the little holes in the roof door ram. Have you seen this before?

[@blue-ck9ns]

Hi, do you have the part number for that little black screw that you take out of the underside aperature panel? I lost one of mine, and would like to get a replacement.

[@bassoneon]

Where do you put the little plastic wind diffusers?

[@joellequirk4226]

Great video! Does the these base carrier bars work for GTI models with a moon roof?

[@Alexandros92]

There are cars that have a special "port" on the roof for installing rails, but vw golf does not, and need this type of rails that are attached were the door-rubber closes. My concern is, if you use the rails a lot, is there a possibility for the door rubber to deform overtime and don't provide the same insulation inside the cabin?

[@tanerrona7505]

i got the same roof bars on my 2002 polo and after some time of use, ı had water leaking on my front doors. These roof bars damaged my doors rubber seals....

[@richmjohnson]

Excellent video! Thank you.

[@lisamarie1280]

Is this pretty easy and fast to put on and take off? This video makes it look that way. I don't really want a rack on my car all the time. Is it really necessary to have someone to help?

[@whiteghost6128]

It takes 5 minutes to take off and 10/15mins to put on. I do it myself by putting towel on other side not do scratch paint

[@dsm7]

Thanks. Is this the same part for the Golf MK6?

[@heatherqueenan4169]

We have a 2013 5-door VW Golf. I am wondering what the maximum load capacity is of this roof rack? We have two kayaks (approx 45 lbs each); would these sustain this weight for long distance drives? Thanks.

[@xpinchx]

Would you recommend putting vinyl down to prevent scratching? Or is it fine naked like this with a clay, wash, and seal?

[@99SVTBolt]

xpinchx i would put down some 3m paint protection film for sure.

[@thecrazymanfromireland]

Great video thank you

[@iantm15235]

Is it safe to assume that it's the same process for the MK8?

[@blue-ck9ns]

what’re the “profiled covers” for? I’ve never used them a single time with my racks.

[@Wallriss]

Where do you put those little sticker deflector things in the front of the front bar?

[@Tomkoerts85]

Is there a direction on the backside bar to know what is left and right? Or are they ambidextrous?

[@arinpeters]

Any idea if these are the same as the MK6 carrier bars? In other words, will my MK6 bars fit an MK7 if I buy one?

[@jrwelu]

Can you tell me what locks I need for these bars? I bought the end caps but I still need the locks, somehow I lost them when I moved

[@ceristokes]

Does anyone know where the 3 spoilers go on the roof bar to reduce noise?

[@larrymarket9658]

Can GTI owners w the panoramic moonroof still operate their moonroof w the OEM racks installed?

[@pedrotigastiti1151]

Mine was leaking when it rains, any fix for that? Thank you in advance

[@slabbyrider8665]

Basically the golf was not designed to have roof bars fitted and any foot pack will damage the rubber seal. I've just bought Thule roof bars with all the fittings for a golf and it distorts the rubber badly. Thules answer is to include rubber inserts with the kit to aid the seal which is a bodge imo and with prolonged use will leave your car with leaking doors without the strip fitted. The fitting kit for the golf also doesn't follow the contours. I'm glad I got it really dirt cheap used so I can make money by selling it. Gutted really.

[@tanerrona7505]

mine too.

[@acdc8175]

will this fit the 3 door?????

[@Carlos-ph5so]

Can fit in my 2013 volkswagen jetta gli ??

[@garendemirciyan]

La selle et la golf 7 sont-elles compatibles ? Are seat and golf 7 compatible?

[@trentcdrums]

How does this not damage the paint?

[@seanoconnor6851]

it does

[@emersonferreira7851]

Man....it works in Variant golf?

[@lazaroemata5724]

Is it compatible with my golf sportsvan 2014?

[@jodimckinnon5738]

Will the base rack work with Thule accessories (i.e. bike rack, cargo boxes, kayak carriers)?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

+Jodi McKinnon The OEM VW Base bars are actually made by Thule but its tough to say if they work with thule accessories. If you have attachments the use the T groove style attachments they should work but there is no way for us to be certain.

[@skeyke]

@@Deutscheautoparts Montblanc not Thule !

[@bradfoster8146]

How's the wind noise with these?

[@samwasnewsky9720]

I'm having trouble with the front roof rack. My 2004 vw gti has a liner on the top where the knub is to attach the roof rack but when I remove the liner there is no knub to take out theres just two hex-screws instead idk i bought my car used maybe something was welded onto the car?

[@volkswagentiguanrline2610]

I have a MK6 roof rack will it fit a 2009 Volkswagen CC

[@fbarazi]

Any advice on Cargo Carrier Box? VW vs Thule in particular? Thanks

[@chrisdean9944]

What is the part number for this roof rack?

[@streetjibs50]

are those grommets in the front only used on the factory roof racks, or on thules and yakimas as well?

[@IainB]

Thule uses those holes too.

[@Deutscheautoparts]

stance autos In regards to price what are you comparing the price to? We are not aware of any quality aerodynamic racks that are outside this price range. This should not be any different on cars with sunroofs.

[@proelitecustoms8505]

Deutsche Auto Parts will an mk6 racks fit. Mk7 r

[@wolfsburghome]

Same parts for 08 R32 ?

[@lennyplummer8730]

How is it done on a 2 door?

[@nadershoaibi5171]

Question: Will the 4-door version fit the 2-door version? What's the difference between 5G3-071-126 and 5G4-071-126?

[@royaldm]

Not sure if you still need the answer or not, but maybe this will help someone else. 5G3-071-126 is for 2 door, and 5G4-071-126 is for the 4 door. I have a 4 door, and the instructions I received show the installation for both vehicle types, with the main difference being that the rear rack mounts differently. I would assume that the rear rack mount for the 2 door is different than the 4 door.

[@user-pg2fc4qh4i]

Will 2012 GTI roof racks fit on a 2009 Jetta?

[@antoineah3045]

what about a 2 doors like mine ? :)

[@BandiGetOffTheRoof]

Yeah, that's what I need too!

[@chancegarcia4718]

will this work on a mk6 golf?

[@Judasmac]

How to the louvers work?? Insert where? How? Why are there three?

[@eliasm1406]

I have not received the special wrench with the bars. Do you know the torque value of the tightening bolts? Thanks

[@Deutscheautoparts]

+Elias M I'm sorry we don't. Did you purchase them from us?

[@eliasm1406]

No I got it from our local dealer, will sort it out with them. Thanks

[@justinn7382]

Torque is 4 Nm (2.9 ft lb). This, along with item weight and max capacity, is listed on one of the bars.

[@LiberatorOfAmerica]

To these increase the amount of wind noise on the highway?

[@namewithheld7835]

there are wind visors available.. plus it helps with drivability and downforce

[@tannerlucas2274]

Would these fit on a 2013 golf (base model) 4 door?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Yes they would

[@tannerlucas2274]

Awesome, Thanks! Would any specific fairings work with this?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Tanner Lucas These are not intended to work with any

[@hannahcarrillo697]

has anyone tried installing this on a car that's not a vw? wondering if you could just drill a couple small holes in the car to fit the peg

[@robinbecerra6443]

Got instructions on installing the bike attachments?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Im sorry we dont

[@sukiaki96]

Would these work on models that have sunroofs? or is there no difference in installation?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

There would be no difference on a car with a sunroof.

[@sukiaki96]

Thank you! Will definitely be looking into this mod. Do you know how much weight these racks can support?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

We believe they are rated for 150 lbs

[@sukiaki96]

Awesome, thank you again!

[@yahyaomarjee8370]

will these work on a 2014 polo sedan ?

[@s4ur950]

What happens if we have a sunroof

[@99SVTBolt]

street mk7 The rack works even if you have a sunrooof. 😎👍🏼

[@Dyesnipa]

I had a bike come off the roof racks. Be wary

[@proelitecustoms8505]

Will ni 6 gti fit a mk 7 r

[@andrewrogers6701]

Will these bars work with a GTI with a sun roof?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Yes they will

[@Drpepperkiller10]

FYI - fits my MK5 GTI 5door. Just in case.

[@Belal-Khan]

The mk7 roof rack fits the mk5? This would be great to know since I have both. I have the roof bars for the mk7. I assumed they didn't fit since the part number changed from mk5/6 to mk7

[@Drpepperkiller10]

@@Belal-Khan well, I could only get the front bars on because I lost the key to unlock the rear. ill update shortly. but the little pin goes right in on each side perfectly.

[@Drpepperkiller10]

@@Belal-Khan scratch that... no fit. fml

[@Belal-Khan]

@@Drpepperkiller10 thanks for confirming

[@pbat118]

How much

[@namewithheld7835]

$400

[@emanuelmanea]

At 01:57 those are screwable plugs, don't pull them with a screwdriver, but unscrew them with an inbus key. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6bbknmLatVkgqc

[@s4ur950]

Too expensive

[@99SVTBolt]

street mk7 what is a cheaper alternative?

[@claudiuspulcher2440]

no 2-door, no good video.

[@inheaps]

are there any pads you can buy for your surfboard or sup board?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Yes this would be the attachment you're looking for www.deutscheautoparts.com/View/000-071-120-HA/000-071-120-H/0/373

[@99SVTBolt]

Deutsche Auto Parts this link is dead.

[@token435]

Just wondering mine are the exact same but the rear rack doesn't have the nub that fits inside the hole. I guess so I can adjust it? Is that okay?

[@sth_801_lifestyle]

will these fit on a mk6 jetta?

[@yimingsu4932]

would this fit golf R?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

+Yiming Su Yes the MK7 R uses the same stuff

[@Treizez34]

Would these work for a jetta gli?