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Roof Rack

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by NSBLife, Nov 27, 2018.

  1. Nov 27, 2018 at 5:39 AM
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    NSBLife

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    We have a 2014 4Runner, and we're going to be doing our first camping roadtrip the end of December and with that, we would like a good quality roof rack. We've looked at the Gobi however, it appeared to be a little pricey. Does anyone else have any good recommendations?

    Thank you!
     
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  2. Nov 27, 2018 at 5:48 AM
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    ARB touring or flat rack. I’m running the ARB touring rack and it doesn’t require drilling into the roof, the fit kit mounts directly to the factory mounting locations. Also, if you order it, you won’t be waiting an eternity for it or breaking the bank. Think I paid under $900 for both when I ordered through 4WP and had it shipped to their store
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  3. Nov 28, 2018 at 2:24 PM
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  4. Nov 29, 2018 at 8:31 AM
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    I had looked at these as well... but when I found this in their description I changed my mind...

    "The RPMFAB rack has laser cut side rails constructed of 1/4" 5052 aluminum plate. These rails have 3 mounting tabs per side that will allow you to bolt the rack into the 2 factory mounting locations and one nutzert (REQUIRES DRILLING) on each side of the roof for the front non factory mount."

    --after having another look... it looks like they have a "no drill" option as well.
     
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  5. Nov 29, 2018 at 3:33 PM
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    LFD Off Road makes strong replacement cross bars for the factory rails. Add as many as you like. If you decide you need more capacity, you can upgrade to their longer racks and then keep the bars you already bought.

    I think this is the best system for those who are unsure of what they're looking for in a rack. Low introductory cost with room to upgrade later, without spending money twice.
     
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  6. Nov 30, 2018 at 7:14 AM
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    Excellent alternative... even for their full roof rack.
     
  7. Nov 30, 2018 at 12:54 PM
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    WallyT4R

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    I like that LFD option. An their 7/8ths rack is pretty cheap and looks good. Thanks for posting that. http://lfdoffroad.com

    Rago makes crossbars also but doesn't have the longer rail or rack option LFD does.
     
  8. Dec 3, 2018 at 10:45 PM
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  9. Dec 7, 2018 at 6:29 PM
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    king 3" lift kit, fuel vectors, 285 toyo mt's, oem audio 500q, morimoto hid headlights, morimoto led fogs,
    Rhino rack. Lightweight most add on options and 700 lb static capacity. No drilling.20180422_200215.jpg 20180521_105826.jpg 20180415_152229.jpg
     
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  10. Dec 7, 2018 at 8:36 PM
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    king 3" lift kit, fuel vectors, 285 toyo mt's, oem audio 500q, morimoto hid headlights, morimoto led fogs,
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  11. Dec 11, 2018 at 11:14 AM
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    damn this looks like a great alternative. maybe i will ditch my h block hunt and just get these. thanks for posting!
     
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  12. Jan 14, 2019 at 7:07 AM
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    There is a non drill option as well. I installed mine this weekend and it is awesome. Absolutely love it. It was pretty easy to install and only needed help lifting it from the ground to mounting on the vehicle. Would highly recommend.

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  13. Jan 14, 2019 at 7:57 AM
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    I like it.! Rig is lookin sharp.
     
  14. Jan 14, 2019 at 8:06 AM
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    Thanks man! Broke but happy. LOL!
     
  15. Jan 14, 2019 at 9:13 AM
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    Thank you for this thread! Looking into a new roof rack as we got rid of the TRD Pro rack that came on the vehicle.
     
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  16. Jan 14, 2019 at 9:36 AM
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    Looks nice.

    Were you able to sell it? Quite a few people looking to add the Pro rack to their trucks, you could make some money back.
     
  17. Jan 14, 2019 at 9:41 AM
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    Actually sold it to a friend of mine!
     
  18. Jan 14, 2019 at 1:54 PM
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    Any comments on wind noise or mpg loss with the racks pictured?
     
  19. Jan 14, 2019 at 2:28 PM
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    There is no noise from my rack, however there is some whistling from my LED bar. I'm in the process of changing that, however.
     
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  20. Jan 14, 2019 at 9:47 PM
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    I really like my Baja Racks Flat Utility Rack with cross bars (not the mesh). It sits very low without the cage or a front bar sticking up. If I'd bought a taller basket rack it would not have fit in my garage once I installed the lift. Because it's flat with no cage or front bar it's very easy to load on a canoe, lumber and other long gear. You still have to tie things down, like you would with any rack and it's easy with the cross bars.
    I had mine custom made to eliminate the rear cut-out loop for the shark fin antenna and it fit very close without touching. It's easier to load lumber that way. I often have house projects on this old house that require bringing lumber home. I once had 7 sheets of 1/2" plywood on top (~280#).
    The ladder is by Baja Racks too.
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  21. Jan 14, 2019 at 10:18 PM
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    Looks like the Baja Rack ladder.
     
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  22. Jan 14, 2019 at 11:58 PM
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    From the reviews I have read from people that have one, yeah it's fine. I don't think there is a bad ladder as they are all basically the same.
     
  23. Jan 15, 2019 at 1:01 AM
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    Baja Racks ladder. Yes, it's close and I adjusted the position to clear by about 1/4". Close only counts in horse shoes and hand grenades.
     
  24. Jan 15, 2019 at 1:27 AM
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    I fond another photo of the Baja Racks roof rack that shows the cross bars (no mesh floor). You can also see the wind fairing that sits below the top of the rack, so there's no interference with long loads. This is before I installed the ladder.

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    Hi,

    I just installed the Rhino Rack Pioneer on my 2014 Limited. I was just wondering if there was anyway to seal the area where the backbone attaches to where the factory rails use to be? It seems a little bare compared to the rubber sealing and cover plate of the factory rails. Where I live it rains a lot.
     
  26. Mar 15, 2019 at 12:55 PM
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    I never thought I would need a roof rack, but find myself in the gulf coast these days. in the event that I'm ordered to "bug out" i need to grab my two 90 lb GSD's and roll out. Of course Gobi was the first option i looked at, but is way over kill for my needs. I just need something that I can mount up quick load up a few essentials, some bags, tent, collapsed dog kennels and maybe a fuel can or two. Right now I'm looking at:

    LFD Off Road - Ruggedized Crossbar 5th Gen

    ROLA Vortex Roof Rack - Free Shipping on ROLA Vortex Roof Cargo Basket

    Not sure how it will work out. What do you guys think?
     
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    This is a concern of mine with most racks, maybe getting the factory rack delete kit and working it into the mounting process.
     
  28. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:06 PM
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    Will work great and not cost a lot if that is what you need. As it sits, without the crossbars, it's completely useless IMO. For the price of the cross bars you at least have another useful way to carry things if needed.
     
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  29. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:09 PM
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    I don't know what you mean by "sealing" but those rubber rails/cover plates are not water proof and the 4 uses that area to channel water off the vehicle. You do not want to hamper that water from flowing through those channels. As long as the holes where the rack mounts are sealed correctly and allow water to flow around them, it should be fine.
     

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