Any Roof Rack Options?

OK-944 · 08-30-2019, 11:36 AM

While there seem to be a number of "universal" roof rack systems available for most vehicles - I cannot find one specified as being compatible with a 944.

Nor can I find anything used...anywhere.

Anyone have any luck with this? Thanks!

Dmitry at Pelican Parts · 08-30-2019, 01:22 PM

Check out a couple links below. Apparently there is an OEM one, but it's very difficult to find. Members have said that generally the 'universal' ones work if you get specific clips.

WTB: 944 OEM Factory Roof Rack

https://rennlist.com/forums/924-931-944-951-968-forum/263313-wtb-roof-rack.html

DannoXYZ · 08-30-2019, 02:08 PM

Yeah, I transferred my Yakima system from Supra to 944 by getting new feet. Was able to retain crossbars and all attachments for bikes, skis and surfboards.

9FF · 08-31-2019, 06:36 AM

Yakima does one but it’s not on their website as it’s custom made from several of their components. You’ll have to call and ask them to make you a kit.

mch3jsb · mch3jsb's Garage

Pm sent

OK-944 · 08-31-2019, 02:20 PM

nch3jsb - email sent.

v2rocket_aka944 · 09-03-2019, 12:19 PM

oof, I don't like that Yakima at all.
the drip rails it grabs onto are barely held on by a handful of Sheetmetal clips.

the OEM ski rack does exist and they're out there, I've had 1 or 2 over the years, be a great thing to reproduce if possible. they bolt onto the rear bumper and one of the hatch hinges.

J1NX3D · J1NX3D's Garage

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Originally Posted by v2rocket_aka944

the OEM ski rack does exist and they're out there, I've had 1 or 2 over the years, be a great thing to reproduce if possible. they bolt onto the rear bumper and one of the hatch hinges.

I have version 1 of this type I could get measurements done off. By version 1 I mean the 924/early 944 version. The version 2 style looks a bit better but can't find any photos of it.

J1NX3D · J1NX3D's Garage

Quote:

Originally Posted by J1NX3D

I have version 1 of this type I could get measurements done off. By version 1 I mean the 924/early 944 version. The version 2 style looks a bit better but can't find any photos of it.

Version 2 has better designed foam lined clamps for the skis iirc which are also a bit more stylish.

v2rocket_aka944 · 09-06-2019, 01:41 PM

Did i sell you that one 5 or so years ago?

J1NX3D · J1NX3D's Garage

I just checked my PMs, I got them on RL from 'Sydneyman' in South Carolina in Feb 2011