Saline, from the pics it looks like you initially taped over the Yak or Thule tracks but then ended up spraying them anyway? Unless they won't sit flat on the rougher texture, why not just take them off like everything else.
Awsome write-up!
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Saline and Canyonriver, any regrets from a heat standpoint in going to a black top? I have a silver van like Canyon River, so good to see the pictures to see what a black top would look like. I'm just concerned the summer sun and black roof would raise the inside temp a lot.
I washed the van yesterday (way overdue) and found that I have a lot more clear coat cracks and peeling on the roof, so I think this project has just moved up my list.
I also have not noticed a difference of temperature inside the van. I equate this to the amount of insulation crammed into the top from the bed and top itself when the top is down and then when the top is up there is plenty of moving air. My biggest concern when I decided to go with the black was not the heat but just making the roof such a contrasting color to silver but I am very happy with the outcome on all issues.