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58" Yakima bars, fairing question

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Icepuck72, Jul 18, 2012.

  1. Jul 18, 2012 at 7:45 AM
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    Icepuck72

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    For those that have 58" bars....and have the fairing. Is the 50" fairing the way to go? Or the 44". I'm thinking 50" just because....but not totally sure.
     
  2. Jul 18, 2012 at 7:50 AM
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    pretty sure i have the 50" but i can measure at lunch if you want.
     
  3. Jul 18, 2012 at 8:23 AM
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    That would be great...and it would cool if you snapped a pic too. :)

    Doing some research it's all personal preference. Just liked to see more pics...thanks!
     
  4. Jul 18, 2012 at 8:33 AM
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    But this is from Yakima site...??

    Vehicle: TOYOTA Tacoma Double Cab 4dr
    Year Range 2005-2012 Fit Type: Top
    Factory Rack: Factory Raised Siderails
    Weight Limit:100
    Tower/Attachment: RailGrab
    Required Accessory:
    Crossbar Length: 58" CrossBars
    Recommended Fairing: 38" Fairing
    Front Clips/Landing Pads: Small Claws
    Rear Clips/Landing Pads:Small Claws
     
  5. Jul 18, 2012 at 8:35 AM
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    A few bolts are different.
    They recommend the 38" maybe because of your factory rack. I know not much bigger will fit in between the factory roof rack rails.
     
  6. Jul 18, 2012 at 8:37 AM
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    But I'm using the Yakima railgrab system with 58" bars...I'm thinking more like 44" Just wanted some more input from members with this set up.
     
  7. Jul 18, 2012 at 8:38 AM
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    I'm going to measure now. Looks like 38" fits exactly between the rails on the OEM.
     
  8. Jul 18, 2012 at 8:54 AM
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    A few bolts are different.
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    The way the rail grabs sit on the truck. It wont fit (44") between the factory rails. (stern voice) :thumbsup:

    Those are 78" bars on my truck for reference.
     
  9. Jul 18, 2012 at 9:02 AM
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    Message received...I forgot you were the "rack whore" :D:D

    looks like the 38" is what I need.

    BTW, NICE WHEELS!!!!!
     
  10. Jul 18, 2012 at 9:08 AM
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    A few bolts are different.
    yes 38"

    Like wise...
     

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