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Whistling roof rack

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Oodleskaboodles, Mar 8, 2024.

  1. Oodleskaboodles

    Oodleskaboodles Junior Member

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    Is there a trick to placement of the rack to stop the whistling. I know they skimped on the sound dampening so lll hear some, but it's really loud. Thinking of buying an air deflector to possibly help.

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    #1 Oodleskaboodles, Mar 8, 2024
  2. Dyjital

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    Anything that disrupts airflow will create resistance and noise.

    That's the most basic answer. Yes it will whistle, no you can't avoid it 100%.
     
    #2 Dyjital, Mar 11, 2024
  3. Blackat

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    Yep, it's a trade off I'm willing to live with.
     
    #3 Blackat, Mar 19, 2024
  4. Leadfoot J. McCoalroller

    Leadfoot J. McCoalroller Senior Member

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    Roof racks are gasoline to noise converters... until you put something important in them.
     
    #4 Leadfoot J. McCoalroller, Mar 19, 2024
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