The Nissan Path

This guy who works in the building of where I work told me that if I don't use the roof rack I should remove it as it will give me better mileage...is this true? If so, how do I remove the factory roof rack? I haven't checked the manual yet... but if anyone could let me know that would be appreciated.

He also noticed that my roof racks were not straight and asked me if I noticed the car dragging to one side ...which I haven't really paid attention to...but in any case if removing the roof rack does better mileage or helps in fuel savings I would want to remove it as right now i'm soon to hit the 250K

You can remove the crossbars if you want. If you remove the rails, you'll have holes in your roof that'll leak unless you seal them up, so I wouldn't remove them. As far as the gas mileage, I think any gain will be minimal if even noticeable. As far as them not being straight and causing your vehicle to drag on one side, I think your "guy who works in the building" is talking out his butt! If it's the crossbars he's referring to, they can be adjusted.

Thanks smj999smj - I think I will stick with NOT removing the roof racks...don't want those holes and then filling it up is just not worth it.

If it's like my 98 then the rails can be removed. Each rail is attached to 3 brackets on a sub-rail which is part of the roof. The brackets are riveted in a channel and are not removed. Hence, no holes. I agree that the aerodynamic drag would be minimal.

You could always leave the rails and just remove the crossbars. That'll eliminate a good portion of the wind resistance of the roof rack and a little weight.