MG5 Roof rails decorative only

[AdamMGEV]

Step one, rails bought and tested.

 

[Scorpion]

which rails are they (although we cant use them yet)

 

[NellieEV]

Step one, rails bought and tested.

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When you do go to fit 'for use, slide the front bar as far forward, and the rear as far back along the rails as you can... should then give the recommended separation for your bike rack . Will also position the clamp across the section where the foot and main bar on - so giving more 'meat' for the clamp to work on.

 

[AdamMGEV]

which rails are they (although we cant use them yet)

Hardcastle Aluminium Lockable Anti Theft Aero Dynamic Car Roof Bars - 3 Sizes Amazon product ASIN B00ICLUQR6

 

[AdamMGEV]

Hardcastle Aluminium Lockable Anti Theft Aero Dynamic Car Roof Bars - 3 Sizes Amazon product ASIN B00ICLUQR6

Although it cost me 29.99, seems to have gone up now and I got the 120cm version.

 

[AdamMGEV]

When you do go to fit 'for use, slide the front bar as far forward, and the rear as far back along the rails as you can... should then give the recommended separation for your bike rack . Will also position the clamp across the section where the foot and main bar on - so giving more 'meat' for the clamp to work on.

Lovely thanks, do I have to put the bike in the centre of the car or for ease can I just out it on one side so its easier to lift on and off as I probably can't reach to the centre of the car anyway.

 

[AdamMGEV]

Lovely thanks, do I have to put the bike in the centre of the car or for ease can I just out it on one side so its easier to lift on and off as I probably can't reach to the centre of the car anyway.

I'm probably going to need a sturdy step ladder also lol

 

[Scorpion]

Hardcastle Aluminium Lockable Anti Theft Aero Dynamic Car Roof Bars - 3 Sizes Amazon product ASIN B00ICLUQR6

Just managed to pick up the last pair for £26 delivered so a bargain all round, thanks for the information much appreciated

 

[AdamMGEV]

Just managed to pick up the last pair for £26 delivered so a bargain all round, thanks for the information much appreciated

Nps

 

[NellieEV]

Lovely thanks, do I have to put the bike in the centre of the car or for ease can I just out it on one side so its easier to lift on and off as I probably can't reach to the centre of the car anyway.

Since the bars are still not officially rated... but in my (humble) opinion mounting the bike rack as close to the side rails as possible would be the best option as it will give a more direct line of force down though its' base and in to the rail/foot of the roof rails.... happens to make the bike easier to load in to the rack too .

 

[thefunkystoat]

Since the bars are still not officially rated... but in my (humble) opinion mounting the bike rack as close to the side rails as possible would be the best option as it will give a more direct line of force down though its' base and in to the rail/foot of the roof rails.... happens to make the bike easier to load in to the rack too .

But putting it centrally would spread the load evenly between both rails rather than mainly on one of them.

 

[Scorpion]

But putting it centrally would spread the load evenly between both rails rather than mainly on one of them.

Surely your would put it in a position that you can safely and comfortably reach unless you want to add the extra weight of a step ladder so you can remove the bike for use then replace the bike for the return journey

 

[Jonhklee]

Sorry John you've probably answered this but now it's been approved for 35kg what roof bars fit our MG5? Thanks

Anything that fits the VW Passat or VW Tiguan with open rails will fit. My Thule bars are 118cm and they are perfect size.

 

[AdamMGEV]

From what I have read online it doesn't seem to matter where you place the bike rack or atleast I can't see any that say you should put it in the centre. So will just put it on the drivers side as close as I can so it's easy to mount.

 

[AdamMGEV]

Wondered if this was a clever little device, save taking a small step ladder around.

Mini Car Door Latch Hook Step Foot Pedal Ladder For Jeep Truck Roof Accessories | eBay

 

[Miles Roberts CG]

Wondered if this was a clever little device, save taking a small step ladder around.

Mini Car Door Latch Hook Step Foot Pedal Ladder For Jeep Truck Roof Accessories | eBay

Yeah, I've got one of those which I use when loading my roof box on the ZS EV. Recommend, as it really helps with that extra leg up.

 

[AdamMGEV]

Yeah, I've got one of those which I use when loading my roof box on the ZS EV. Recommend, as it really helps with that extra leg up.

Ah that's good to know. So it doesn't damage your car, strong enough etc?

 

[Miles Roberts CG]

Ah that's good to know. So it doesn't damage your car, strong enough etc?

No damage to the car, and it'll take my 190lbs easy enough

 

[AdamMGEV]

No damage to the car, and it'll take my 190lbs easy enough

Lovely, got it for £9 for the same thing on ebay.

Hope MG send out the confirmation that the MG5 is OK to use the roof racks now
Otherwise I'll have kit that I can't use :-/

 

[Jonhklee]

Thanks for this group, just bought a step up peg for £7.99 including postage!