I got it primarily to put my Yakima rack on to haul 3 kayaks into the back country. Next up will be the Yakima rack adaptors and probably the high lift jack mount.
the only down side of the install is my Mopar tail-light guards had to come off. Hate it when accessories collide.
Thanks for posting! I've been interested in this rack for a few years, primarily haven't done it because I'm pretty sure it wouldn't clear my garage. Also it looks like I'd have to ditch my Teraflex taillight antenna mount as well, and I'd hate to just leave a hole in the tub . Please report back after you have it on for a few months!
I've read s lot of post with other Jeepers mentioning a "huge flaw/negative" being that you increase the center of gravity. (Of course don't overload etc)
But have you had any issues with handling etc?
I've also got the Garvin exped rack (with spade/axe and Hi lift jack mounts). I love it.
The 'tilt it back to do the soft top' thing works pretty well. Much better than having to take the whole thing off.
Not sure about the COG as I've always had the rack on…..and clearly the heavy stuff needs to go in the back, not on the roof….but I've loaded it up with bulky, lightweight stuff before and no issues.
Overall, very handy considering how little space there is otherwise in a TJ.
KMET - its a rally tops 2 piece hardtop. I got it used about a year ago and very happy with it. No rear wiper, but that hasn't been a problem for me here in the desert.
Empty I haven't noticed the wrangler handles any different with the rack on. Still handles like a jeep...
Just ordered the Yakima adaptors and hi-lift mount last night. I also picked up a set of 66" bars on Craigslist. They will stick out a little past the edges of the rack but I need the extra space for 3 kayaks.
Garvin does have a side ladder option for the JK's but I couldn't find one for the TJ/LJ. I'd get one if I could.
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