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Roof Rack

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

  1. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:11 PM
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    Charlievee

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    I hope not to need it at all, but with hurricane season coming i would like the option of having some extra space. Not sure how cost effective it will be. The cross bars are like 70.00 each that s like 320.00 shipped for four of them. Plus another 200.00 ( probably cheaper) others a good chunk of a full rack.
     
  2. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:14 PM
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    Charlievee

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    From what I can see, I would still need to get a cargo basket or something... Maybe. SSO I is just a flat deck. I'm new to this whole roof rack deal.
     
  3. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:17 PM
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    I have decided I am just going to get the full rack but that is only because I am probably going to get a RTT in the future. If I was not going that direction, $320 is a heck of a lot cheaper than $1000 plus. Another option is LFD's 3/4 rack. Very nice but still double the cross bars....

    But you can always expand the rack for future needs with the LFD cross bars, so there is that....


    Hey on a side note (and slight thread derail, sorry) are you the one with the Eibach pro kit and JBA upper control arms?
     
  4. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:20 PM
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    Charlievee

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    I'm looking at LFD, sent them an email as I didn't see the 3/4 length on the web page. Oh , yes. I'm running Eibach and JBA.
     
  5. Mar 15, 2019 at 1:29 PM
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    WallyT4R

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    Ahhh, yeah I see what you mean, they may have dropped the 3/4 rack since the 7/8th's is about the same size. It still costs slightly more to buy the cross bars, then the side rails and more cross bars, but it is a neat system that can be expanded as your needs expand.

    As mentioned I am probably just going to go full rack. An now they make an all aluminum version. The SSO is a great rack also but a lot more money than just the cross bars. For your situation I would just buy the cross bars and be done and then you can always expand in the future to the 7/8th's if the need arises.

    Just to make it more confusing...could also do an ARB flat rack....https://www.arbusa.com/products/roof-racks/arb-roof-racks/


    ...OK I am going to PM you about your suspension
     
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  6. Mar 15, 2019 at 2:12 PM
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    WallyT4R

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    And you don't necessarily need to bolt a rack to the cross bars. Those LFD cross bars are very versatile. You can always just bolt some eyelets to it so you have some good tie down points for your bugout gear.
     
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  7. Mar 16, 2019 at 7:05 AM
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    Charlievee

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    Last thing I want when doing a load plan is worrying about if/where to use extra hardware. The cross bars will stay in place, but when/if I need it the rack will go up.
     
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  8. Mar 16, 2019 at 7:14 AM
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    P226Navy

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    Nice set up man! 3” and 2”?
     
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  9. Mar 16, 2019 at 7:19 AM
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    Wow! Nice Rig!
     
  10. Mar 16, 2019 at 7:36 AM
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    Same this was my first choice however I know I won’t be able to utilize it but for looks YES! It’s just too costly so I eneded up being thrifty and went ROLA and to my surprise I get lots of compliments but of course I’m still dreaming of Gobi and I’m so jealous everytime I see good roof racks in the road.

    E27A4513-4C80-4F72-A0E4-B556E663CDA0.jpg
     
  11. Mar 16, 2019 at 7:40 AM
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    SlvrSlug

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    I see no problems with it, other than maybe fitting in the garage.
     
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  12. Mar 16, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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    I’ve always liked the look of those. I’ve heard of a lowering kit for those, have you?
     
  13. Mar 16, 2019 at 9:49 AM
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    The Gobi? Yes they are low profile roof rack however it takes months for shipment because they are back ordered.
    I have the Gobi Ladder though.
     
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  14. Mar 16, 2019 at 10:04 AM
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    No the Rola
     
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  15. Mar 16, 2019 at 10:32 AM
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    Never heard sorry
     
  16. Mar 16, 2019 at 10:53 AM
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    Yes, you can mount those Rola racks a bit lower than the standard height. There was a thread about it not too long ago. You either get some different mounting hardware or you turn the mounting hardware they provide you with upside down. I can't remember exactly how people are doing it, but it looks really good set closer to the roof.
     
  17. Mar 16, 2019 at 12:41 PM
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    Charlievee

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    Yes and no. A company makes brackets for a lower install, but it's for the 4th gen rails. I believe. They will work on the 5the gen if you install them upside down. From the pics I have seen it only drops the rack about a 1/2 inch. But using the $80.00 (set of four angled aluminum with U bolts) allows you to mount the Rola without cross bars. There's an extensive thread on the other site.
    https://www.4xinnovations.com/03-09-4RNR-Rola-Rack-Mount-Kit_p_43.html
     
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  18. Mar 25, 2019 at 8:26 PM
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    Looking at the SSO rack. Any chance of grabbing that coupon?
     
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  19. Mar 25, 2019 at 8:29 PM
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    Pm me your email, I’ll send it.
     
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  20. Mar 26, 2019 at 9:22 PM
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    Just wondering if you got my email?
     
  21. Mar 27, 2019 at 6:45 AM
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    I did, I sent the link (it comes through SSO) about half an hour after you sent it to me. Check your junk/spam folder. if it's not there I'll try again.
     
  22. Mar 27, 2019 at 11:08 AM
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    SSO Rack ordered.... and now the wait begins.
     
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  23. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:53 PM
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    On your deflector did you add the strip that touches the roof to prevent scratches or did that come with it?
     
  24. Apr 24, 2019 at 7:36 AM
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    Hi! I actually just added it as an aftermarket piece that I purchased off Amazon. It is to help with the whistle from the wind when driving at higher speeds. I couldn't stand how loud it was with my sunroof open.
     
  25. Apr 24, 2019 at 7:39 AM
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    Any chance you have link?
     
  26. Apr 24, 2019 at 7:42 AM
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  27. Apr 29, 2019 at 5:41 AM
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    ^ I ordered the same one above for the gap on my LFD 7/8 fairing
     
  28. Jun 26, 2019 at 12:14 PM
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    Looks great. What size (length/width) the rack. My wife and I are looking for this type of rack for our 2017 4runner. We mostly carry a canoe but occasionally have the back loaded up tight and could use a little extra space for the non-weather critical stuff.
     

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