Roof Rack Wind Noise

Not as easy as i expected but got it done.

Roof rack wind noise.

A wind fairing is a windshield that is placed on the front crossbar of a roof rack. My main issue with the rack was a low frequency high volume wind noise experienced at speeds above 40 mph like a subwoofer out of control. Wind fairings are usually universal but are available in different lengths to fit your vehicle. Although wind fairings do not eliminate the noise 100 percent it does minimize it significantly to prevent you from being distracted while you are driving.

If you still notice roof rack wind noise after checking your rack and mount attachments and want to further pursue roof rack wind reduction consider installing a wind fairing. Why does my roof rack make a noise. If the surface the wind passes over has a consistent shape the disturbance becomes tonal and at certain frequencies very annoying. Jump to latest follow.

Roof rack noise discovery. A wind fairing s goal is to reduce the wind noises which are brought about by the roof rack you have placed in your vehicle. The top section of the wind fairing attaches to the front crossbar while the bottom rests on top of the car. It was previously actually in front of the sunroof opening literally directly above the overhead console that houses the bluetooth.

I installed a barricade roof rack last weekend. I was shocked at how loud the wind noise was even at low speed.