removing oem crossbars from roofrack

[Steve]

I have a 2000 xj that I have just begun to modify. I am installing a new roofrack, and have heard that I can remove the ends of the rails on my oem roofrack in order to slide off the crossbars. How do I do this? The only screw I can see at the ends of the rails is the torx screw holding the rail to the roof. Is this the screw I have to remove, and if so, do I have to reseal it with anything when I put it back on? Any info would be great. I am new at this, and therefore a bit nervous about doing something wrong. Thanks, and great website!

[KY Chris]

That's the screw. Just undo the end caps and slide the rails off. Replace the end caps and Torx screws and you are golden.

[2offroad]

i took off my crossbars when i put my roof rack on the end caps are a little tight like maybe little clips holsing them in place after you remove the screws. just pull them off.

[Steve]

I finally had time to put the new rack on this weekend. Thanks for your help KY Chris and 2offroad. The new rack looks great!