Will fit the 1998 2004 i m not sure about the new body style forester.
Subaru forester roof rack delete.
I ve been thinking of getting a quote from a local auto upholstory shop to remove the rack and then have a rack shop install yakima or thule tracks towers and crossbars.
Ordered from the dealer but never put them in.
How to remove roof rack rails.
It s different on the sg as in no channel so you ll have to come up with your own way to plug the holes on the roof surface.
One of the features that has specifically evolved is its distinctive roof rack system.
Choose an aerodynamic roof rack for superior performance and a sleek style that matches the look of your subaru.
On the sh the rails are attached in a channel when removed the channel is covered by a delete.
This would significantly increase the utility of the vehicle.
Something to replace the factory railing rain gutters.
To actually take off the rails you will need to drop the headliner.
Roof rack delete fill in strips.
For more heavy duty or occasional use you can go for square load bars of galvanized plastic coated steel.
The factory roof rack has many short comings as discussed on previous threads.
Subaru should offer the part as it s an oem trim option base.