I used some extra slide in studs supplied with the rack for my maxtrax.
Here are some of the other hardware I bought to mount stuff.
3/4 inch long 1/4-20 stainless black oxide button screws...
Raise the vehicle up and put in tire change mode. Then check for loose bolts underneath.
https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/threads/rattling-noise-from-front-and-back.19589/#post-405095
50" at the front
49" at the middle crossbar mount point.
45" at the rear at middle of angled part of shark fin
I have mounted awnings on the side and the rear with no problems.
I do not think you could cut the prissy because the side panels have a 90 degree bend at the top. If the sides were just a flat plate you probably could.
Have a windshield repair company fix the chip or buy a windshield repair kit and diy. FYI I have carried a couple of windshield repair kits in all of my cars so I can repair on the road before a crack can get bigger. I have had to repair and replace windshields on every car I have driven so it...