Why does my roof rack make a noise.
Roof rack wind noise fix.
The wind noise we hear from some roof racks is known as aeolian no ise and is produced by wind when it passes over or through objects.
Wind fairings are usually universal but are available in different lengths to fit your vehicle.
Roof rack wind noise fix.
I was thinking there must be a way to break up the air flow and reduce the noise and found this video.
If the surface the wind passes over has a consistent shape the disturbance becomes tonal and at certain frequencies very annoying.
I m looking at roof racks something that is actually useful and was concerned about wind noise.
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.
The top section of the wind fairing attaches to the front crossbar while the bottom rests on top of the car.