Roof rack recommendations

[imactj2004]

Hi All —

I'm looking for recommendations for roof rack/system that can handle a variety of needs, from loading a yakima style roofbox, to strapping lumber down, to overlanding accessories. Doesn't have to have all of those things out of the box, but would be great if it's modular enough to modify as needed.

I have an '04 Rubicon, with Hardtop.

Apprecaiate any tips/leads and what brands to stay clear of or lean to.

 

[brydons]

Try to check out Gobi and Rhino Rack.

 

[imactj2004]

Try to check out Gobi and Rhino Rack.

thanks, just looked. Gobi is pri$$ey. Suppose it's a get what you pay for situation with that compared to Smitty SRC? Anything in particular you can share to help educate me on price difference?

 

[Ken Perkins]

look at Garvin roof racks..not cheap...have used mine for hauling 16' 2x6s

 

[LakeBeard]

I use this one, but I only use is when the hard top is off
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004R34HDC/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[PCO6]

I'm making one for my LJ - almost done, down to final welding and paint. The plan is for it to carry 2 kayaks or 1 kayak and one 44" Pelican-like box or 2 boxes.

 

[TheBoogieman]

Pool noodles and bungie cords do the same job.

 

[WSS]

https://offerup.com/item/detail/1220655948
This is available down here in Orange County. I know he is open to offers. I bought some TJ stuff from him.

 

[Moab]

I use this one, but I only use is when the hard top is off
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004R34HDC/?tag=wranglerorg-20View attachment 260966

I just found one of these at my nieces place. (She passed some time ago. Were cleaning her place out.) How does this attach to the roll bars?

 

[LakeBeard]

I used the hardware that was supplied. I was amazed that it worked, I had bought a bunch of U-bolts and plates to try, but the stuff it shipped with worked great. Excuse the mess, I got caught in the rain...

 

[Moab]

I used the hardware that was supplied. I was amazed that it worked, I had bought a bunch of U-bolts and plates to try, but the stuff it shipped with worked great. Excuse the mess, I got caught in the rain...View attachment 261429View attachment 261430View attachment 261431View attachment 261432View attachment 261433View attachment 261434View attachment 261435

Awesome. Thank you.

 

[pagrey]

If there is any possible way you can tow a trailer when you need extra space it is pretty close to a million times better than weight up high on a rack.

 

[Moab]

If there is any possible way you can tow a trailer when you need extra space it is pretty close to a million times better than weight up high on a rack.

Agreed. But it was free. I may never use it. But for something like a couple duffles of clothing or something. May be worth it.

 

[gosborne]

built my own rack for my TJ. back is mounted to heavy duty brackets inside the tub

 

[WSS]

built my own rack for my TJ. back is mounted to heavy duty brackets inside the tub

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Not that I am an expert, but that is very well done. Top marks on construction.

 

[gosborne]

Not that I am an expert, but that is very well done. Top marks on construction.

Thank You !

 

[davecarlson98]

Can I just lay a 150 lb, 7 foot long rolled up mattress on the roof or will the roof collapse?

 

[Fishtaco]

Thats a heavy mattress!

 

[srimes]

1) Don't. Get a trailer or take the top off and use the roll bar.
2) If you must get a roof rack get an XJ.

 

[RINC]

Nice Rack !