Remove luggage rack and plug holes with sealer vs welding holes permanently shut

Asked by GuruW564B Apr 20, 2018 at 11:16 AM about the 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 4WD

Question type: Car Customization

Removing entire roof mounted luggage rack, plugging the holes(rivnuts) with a
smaller in height fastener with sealer.
What does everyone recommend?

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

Welding would involve removing the head liner and repainting the roof. Is it worth it?

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GuruW564B answered 6 years ago

Thanks for your reply, I was just trying to understand options of removal, sealing and not welding the holes shut. I know it's risky and could cause water damage if the sealing of the rivnut holes would crack, I was just trying to improve the looks of the suburban without the roof rack. Thank you for your input.

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

I would look for rubber washers and stainless steel washers/bolts to cover up the holes and the rivnuts.

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