Roof rack build

[bluedragon436]

Yeah I am thinking if you run 4 of the factory bars, you should be fine.. I have been thinking about doing this as well when I do my roof rack, as I will only be putting the tire, and maybe a shovel,axe and hi-lift up there.. But most likely will put the highlift in the Jeep so that it doesn't get rusty or get gone!!

[twisstedxj]

I'm going with 4 factory bars also the one i built and my roof I know will support at least 300 lbs bec I I've been up there a lot

[twisstedxj]

Yes runing 4 bars will be fine I know with 2 the rack I built and roof will hold at least 300 lbs over been up there a lot lol

[xDARKWAVEx]

My roof rack is rated at 200 lbs max. It can prob hold more but its just the safety limit the company put on it. I mean having too much weight up there would make you top heavy around turns anyways. Here are the pics after I rhino-lined it. Also used grade 8 hardware to put it back together, its the strongest and rust proof bolts out there !

[bluedragon436]

Hey Ryan, what rack is that?? I like the design and mounting of that bad boy.. not to mention the light tabs..

[xDARKWAVEx]

Hey James, I got it 7-8 years ago from Performance Products magazine for Jeeps. I think they went out of business or turned into Quadratec. The manufacturer of the roof rack was Daystar 4Real steel products, but they dont make them anymore. It sux, I know. When I took it apart to wire brush and sand the rust, I didnt pay attention to how it was setup so before putting it on I checked all over the internet and even called the company to see if I could get installation instructions and couldnt get them either. If you want I can spec it out for you with exact measurements but it might take a while. I love it though thats why I re-painted it with 5 coats of rhino-lining. Hopefully it doesnt rust ever again !!! Let me know.

[bluedragon436]

Yeah I was actually kind of figuring it was their product.. They have had a few products I've seen over the years that I would love to pick up, but they are no longer in business.. OH well.. thanks anyways.. I'll just keep my eyes open for one for sale used..

[xDARKWAVEx]

No Problem, I think that Wilderness puts out a rack that is similar if you check their website.

[bluedragon436]

Yeah I've been looking at that one as it was a close look to the one like you have.. but am looking at possibly picking up a Surco rack..

[mw14c]

If anyone needs more crossbars for their stock roof racks I have a couple of "pick a part" yards close by with a lot of XJ's. I buy them whenever I find them (racks). Presently I have 4 "later" (A shaped, button in middle, not knob) crossbars from a '94 that I would sell reasonably as long as the freight didn't cost to much. I think 2 of them are chrome and 2 black. Also have the runners, if you have an XJ without a stock rack I can set you up! Got a set (4) of 15" Jeep stock "5 spoke" aluminum wheels in pretty good shape I'd like to get rid of too. I'm in Idaho, call or text me @ (208)989-3739. Can send pictures. Leave a message as I don't respond to out of state calls. Thanks, Jim

[bluedragon436]

Might have to get up with you depending on what I find in our local yards after I get back stateside... I did pick up the Surco rack I mentioned looking at above... just need to remove some decals and sand and repaint it... then get two more crossbars for my stock rack to use as support and mounting..

[budgetxjmcknight]

Dig the rack, like the snorkel. Is that 2" and how good does it work as far as getting air?