I would like to remove the factory roof rack on my wj.
Jeep wj roof rack removal.
The center cross bars on the jeep grand cherokee were standardized equipment from the manufacturer on the 1999 to 2001 models.
In 2002 jeep eliminated the feature but offered the accessories as an aftermarket option.
Custom jeep wj roof rack with integrated.
I like to remove these crossbars in winter so i can clear the roof easier.
It s not too bad.
Its a 99 if it matters.
The roof rails were still present on the 2002 and later models but the cross bars had to be.
I dont use it dont really like the look of it plus the paint on it is flaking and peeling off and looks like crap.
The front and rear are just caps slide a screw driver underneath and pry up carefully until they pop up.
People had some questions about how i did some stuff with the roof rack i made some i hope this helps.
If i wanted to take it off would i be left with holes in my roof that i would have to seal up so water doesnt leak in.
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Once popped then you can remove all ten torx bolts although i would avise a nice bath in pb blaster or something they will be tight and rusty.
The jeep grand cherokee wj 99 2004 factory roof rack is rated for 150lbs but there are only 2 cross rails and most of the off roaders would like to change it to a custom roof rack that can hold a spare tire water tank or just some other stuff that won t fit into the crowded jeep.
It was a poor design and i have seen many ways to remove them but all seem to have.