Try Front Runner. If you want the rack to sit higher off the 4Runner, you should buy the SX Leg Kit with the optional crossbars. No drilling it goes in the stock rail mounts so no issues . Front Runner Rack Accessories are built to endure the world’s roughest terrain while still offering easy on and off mounting as well as flexibility in arranging gear across the top, bottom or sides of the rack. I would love to go w/ a platform w/ full rail and backbone install, but I know I’m going to be putting a RTT up there. I?d love to hear people?s opinions on the rhino rack backbone system and the front runner slimline roofrack. I think you should be fine but who knows but I do not have much experience throwing an RTT… Read more », Did you have any issues with the CXB attachments not “hooking” under the factory roof bars? The Pioneer CXB Roof Rack Factory Rail Leg Kit. I also think it’s ridiculously overpriced (especially the accessories), but I think most of these adventure racks are. #3 – The Front Runner Slimline 2 & Eezi-Awn K9 Expedition Roof Rack. My choice really came down to these Roof Racks; the Front Runner Slimline 2 and the Rhino-Rack Pioneer SX Platform. Can a 76 x 49 inch pioneer platform fit on the stock roof rails? We will never spam your inbox or sell your data. Buy Now . The Rhino-Rack is very slim, made of the same aluminum material, looks similar and is shorter in height compared to the Front Runner Slimline 2. They seem to be almost identical to the Rhino\ front runner design. lodi781, Apr 5, 2017 #24. I also had the same issue with going larger on that rack. the advantage of getting the front runner slimline is of course the weight as you already mentioned however if you plan to add a weight of a small car on top of the rack, you are already exceeding the vehicle's weight limit. Hey Brenan, I’m curious if you know of anyone running the Backbone system with a shorter Pioneer platform? All Front Runner Rack Kits contain installation instructions as w There’s one thing that is HUGELY annoying. I am a huge sunroof fan and would never want to cover our sunroof either. Hi! You do not need the cross bars for the 60″ x 49″ pioneer platform. All in all, after everything has been mounted and tested on-road and off-road, I am incredibly happy with this roof rack. Because it's flat with no cage or front bar it's very easy to load on a canoe, lumber and other long gear. Jengum likes this. Also, using this leg kit keeps your roof rack slightly closer to the vehicle which makes for a more slim, low profile appearance. GET PAID FOR WRITING A 4RUNNER PRODUCT REVIEW OR STEP BY STEP INSTALL. Added bonus is that it does away with my 8 u-bolts right now, and goes to just 4 … I’d be surprised if they said they wouldn’t sell you any. However, I can stand on it, walk on it and feel comfortable doing so. I had a front runner and changed to rhino rack aero cross bars, foot pack attached to rts track. I am sure you will be fine but you are obviously going to be overweight once you hop in there. It sits very low without the cage or a front bar sticking up. I currently own a prinsu rack which is a great rack in itself, but it doesn't really have any accessories that are designed by/for prinsu. 3,316 Davenport, Iowa Member # 0782 . Some of my first choices were the Gobi Stealth Rack, BajaRack Utility (Flat) Rack with sunroof cut out, Front Runner Slimline 2 Roof Rack, and the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform roof rack. Added bonus is that it does away with my 8 u-bolts right now, and goes to just 4 bolts for affixing the tent to the leg supports. They sell everything as a system anyway, and they’re very responsive. Honestly, I like the look of the PrinSu and I like the price a LOT better. I don't know if I can justify an $800 roof rack if I can get something solid for a little over half. Front Runner Outfitters; Prinsu; Rhino-Rack; Eezi-Awn K9; Gobi Stealth; Baja Rack; Cali Raised LED; When it comes to crossbars, ideal to carry lighter weights on your 4Runner: Rhino-Rack; Thule Once again, make sure you know what type of rack system suits you better. Rhino-Rack Backbone Mounting System holds just over 700lbs – that’s more than the Front Runner Slimline 2. Half decent rack, but there are things I hate about it. I have the 76 platform and I’m getting quite a bit of wind noise. I was in the same boat. Choosing the right roof rack can be challenging but this rack is a solid choice if you are 80% on-road and 20% off-road. Influencer II. but it sounds fine now. Robert, The shorter platform will not work with the Backbone system. Aug 18, 2017 - Rhino-Rack Pioneer Roof Rack for 5th Gen 4Runner, Rhino-Rack Pioneer SX Platform Roof Rack for 5th Gen 4Runner - Full Review & Roof Rack Comparison Guide Rhino-Rack Pioneer Backbone 4Runner RTT @ Altitude ... Front Runner Outfitters Slimline II Roof Rack Install 5th ... 2010 to 2017 Toyota 4 Runner Gen. 5 with Rhino-Rack … As mention, Front Runner make lots of accessories for the roof rack. But at $350, the Backbone mount system will put you just over $1000 instead of under $800 for the Rhino-Rack with CXB Leg kit. $461.00 The Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Roof Rack with CXB Leg Kit offers many options and accessories for you to scale your rack as needed with little to no research for parts and materials. The fit, finish and design of the Front Runner roof rack really impressed me. The 600lb load rating is also nice. Front Runner Rhino Rack RCI Off Road LFD Off Road Eezi-Awn KC HiLites CBI Off Road Cali Raised Bed Rack ... Front Runner Toyota 4Runner (5th Gen) 3/4 Slimline II Roof Rack Kit. Appreciate hearing your thoughts. If I'd bought a taller basket rack it would not have fit in my garage once I installed the lift. Rack Style: Basket Style Rack … The front were your supposed to drill into the roofs drip rail, the mounting tab isn’t even over that section of roof, if you centered the rivnut in that Chanel you would not be able to bolt the front of the rack down straight. This is nothing compared to the Gobi Stealth Rack and the Baja Rack (+/- 100 pounds). Thanks everyone who responded. Picture for reference in the link…. Thanks! Mine was noisy until I installed the noise deflector. I think of the three, the rhino is probably the weakest one. Front Runner has a reputation for designing and manufacturing best in class vehicle organizing systems. The Front Runner racks are made of T6 aluminum along with 3CR12 (low-cost grade chromium) stainless steel. (the 60” vs. the 76”) Rhino Rack’s Backbone install/fitment guide specifically notes the 71” and 76” work, but no mention of the shorter systems. Tell them you damaged the mounting brackets on your Front Runner rack and need replacements. Any input would be great! These roof racks are all well-made utility racks for the 5th Gen 4Runner. ok, I have the WIND FAIRING FOR SLIMLINE II RACK / 1165MM/1255MM(W) - BY FRONT RUNNER Product Code RRAC143. The Front Runner was a recommendation from another Tacoma owner, but what are the pros/cons from the two products? You can also mount the rack straight to another set of legs (CBX Leg Kit seen below), which we will be doing our install on. We have had ours like this since the install and no problems. The slab is not adjustable but you can remove a slab if needed. Applying this mission of thoughtful engineering and quality craftsmanship to campsites has resulted in a line of innovative, space saving, and durable camping products that stow easily on Front Runner rack systems and/or inside vehicles. Rhino-Rack Backbone Mounting System holds just over 700lbs – that’s more than the Front Runner Slimline 2. Have any specific angle you’re looking for? The latest in new 4Runner parts, products and gear. I wish the rails had multiple T-slots like the other offerings, but I have not run into an issue with it yet. 3rd Gen 4Runner; 4th Gen 4Runner; 5th Gen 4Runner; Rago Fabrication; Rhino-Rack; Rotopax; Southern Style Off Road ... Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Black 2 Bar Roof Rack 10-18 4Runner. They assured us it was not possible. Load Ratings with the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Roof Rack. Where these racks excel is their load rating and stellar performance in their ability to handle anything you throw at them. We discussed the differences between the Rhino-Rack, Front Runner Slimline 2, Gobi Stealth, Baja Rack and the K9. They come powder coated in satin black. I was searching around after we installed ours and found another guy with the same issue. Thanks in advance. Easy to purchase with one click, get a guaranteed fit and fast free shipping! The look of the Backbone system with the Pioneer Platform is much better than how we have it mounted on the factory roof rails. Use coupon code "TRAIL4R10" and save 10% on windshield wiper blades from Scrubblade. Those factory rails and the platform will support more weight than quoted for sure, but they have to limit their numbers within reason so people don’t overdo it. There is some adjustability for noise reduction if needed. When looking at roof racks, there are a handful of solid options to choose from. I want to be able to have two people lay on the roof for watching the stars while camping or something. Does the weight capacity change at all when using the heavy duty CXB leg kit or the SX leg kit on the factory rails? I wouldn't hesitate to put 500lbs of evenly distributed weight on it if needed. The very front leg was at the edge of the front runner provided rails as I wanted it to allow for the most support of the front portion of the roof rack that is hanging over and beyond your sunroof. It all really depends on what you will plan to use your 4Runner for. Commencez maintenant à personnaliser votre système de galerie off-road ! If I'd bought a taller basket rack it would not have fit in my garage once I installed the lift. On a side note, the K9 Roof rack was a serious contender as well but it sat a little high off the 4Runner in my opinion. Jacob, I would enter with that one at your own risk. We almost bought one as well but spoke with a company that sells roof racks. Regular price $1,055.00. Front Runner Outfitters Rhino Rack What I am really trying to look for is a roof rack similar to Gobi (where it mounts directly to the vehicle roof, removing the actually rack bars) but I seem to not be able to find anything . Front Runner Outfitters is a leader in the aftermarket car rack industry, as well … This rack is relatively slim, but nowhere close to to the Rhino-Rack. I was very skeptical at first. Below is just the MSRP and part numbers for reference on the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Roof Rack (Specifically for the 5th Gen 4Runner). If you have any questions or comments, please... comment ahead. One option is the factory rail mount kit (175lbs) and the other is with the Rhino-Rack Backbone Mounting Kit (700+lbs). Good luck. I have a Rhino Rack Pioneer on both the 4Runner and my off-road trailer. Rhino Rack has a great 90-second video showing you how to deploy the awning…but even without the help of their video, deployment is pretty self-intuitive. Have you heard of people being able to do this? The only thing that I am concerned about it the drilling into the roof. Just to be clear, if I already have the factory installed crossbars on my 4Runner, should I install the CXB leg kit, or the SX Leg Kit? Although I still really like this look of the Rhino-Rack with factory rails, the Rhino-Rack Backbone looks and performs much better as a true utility rack. Thanks! I love the system, just don’t want to cover the sunroof on my TRD Off Road. Links for both racks listed below! 3rd Gen 4Runner 1996-2002; 4th Gen 4Runner 2003-2009; 5th Gen 4Runner 2010+ Baja Rack Accessories; Cali Raised; Expedition One; Front Runner; Go Rhino; N-Fab; Perrycraft; PrInSu Design. The Rhino-Rack came in a bit cheaper $600 and with the mounting brackets at under $800 while the Front Runner is a little over $1000. 1. Pure 4Runner Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform (84 x 49) Unassembled with Backbone 2010-2021 4Runner [JC-00409] - The Pioneer Platform is the ultimate load carrying solution for your vehicle. See what rack works for you the best! The rhino is easy to remove, but the front runner rack has a a higher weight capacity I have no wind noise but I am guessing it’s because it’s not all the way forward like a 7/8. Our content is pretty fire! Get Up to 20% Off the Trail 4Runner Store! When we purchased our rack, everyone was out of stock on the Rhino-Rack Backbone system. The price is much higher than on Amazon as well as some third-party sites. May 22, 2017 at 2:12 PM #25 #25. Spent about 4 months reading everything I could about the frontrunner, rhino, and some other options. Will hopefully be purchasing next month. If so, what are the downsides of fitting the longer rack on the rails? If you want the 76 x 49-inch pioneer platform, you should look at the backbone system. I, however, had this set-up installed for about 2 years and did not have one problem. Try Front Runner. Erdos60 and Palerider like this. We decided to go with the Rhino-Rack with the Backbone Mount System but they were back-ordered on the backbone mount. Without the fairing I averaged 16.9 mpg. Stephen, Yeah, same issue. Gear tested: bikes, paddle boards, surf boards, fishing poles, lumber, ladders, huge ass Yakima roof box. It may be that I haven’t been using the skinny pedal as much or as aggressively. It’s totally doable. Bronco vs. 4Runner: Strengths comparison. So while I was browsing the Front Runner website I saw for the first time that they have a fairing for the Slimline II that mounts to the front on the rack to cut down on the wind noise and fuel consumption. 461.00 I really like my Baja racks Flat Utility rack with cross bars for the 5th Gen 4Runner that you... – rhino spec on the factory rails are weighted for '', and rack... 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