Full list of roof rack options and preferences

[nopantz]

I've collected the following list - am I missing any? Do you have any preferences on a full rack for an OT with regular moonroof?

I'm looking to ditch my crossbars for better traction board and ski mounts (eying the Kuat Grip 4 or 6). Maybe I'd throw a box or shovel up there some day, but not thinking about a tent.

I'd like to keep the weight moderate as I'd like to reserve payload capacity for towing + passengers.

Brand	Full / Half	Cost	Shipping to Denver	Total	Weight (lbs)	X-Bars	L x W x H
Victory	Half	$741.00	$0.00	$741.00	35	6	64 x 47
JW Offroad	Full	$949.99	$88.68	$1,038.67		7	95 x 50
Victory	Full	$1,124.10		$1,124.10	42	8	95.5 x 47
Toyota LC	Half	$1,093.35	$98.24	$1,191.59
Westcott	Full	$995.00	$214.90	$1,209.90	46.7	10
Prinsu	Full	$1,355.00	$0.00	$1,355.00	70	6	97.5 x 47
Sherpa	Full	$1,599.00	$0.00	$1,599.00	65	10	97.8 x 50.5 x 2.5

 

[FWTBT]

Thanks for starting this thread. Many considerations of course, but I'll be especially interested in which full racks have the least wind noise/buffeting/hit to MPG while still allowing for a moonroof.

 

[bonbon80]

Does anyone know what kind of anchors you can purchase for the wescott roof rack to tie things down? They have center channel system that I am not familiar with.

 

[parkway]

Does anyone know if the Wescott / Sherpa / Prinsu racks are compatible with Luxury+ trim?

 

[DoubleD992]

Yes. Thank you for starting this thread. I asked Westcott what is the reduction in fuel economy for their rack. They responded as follows "there is no significant affect on fuel economy with our roof rack, only until you mount items up there". One must also consider the typical weight to be placed on rack for the use. Some of us, will just employ light loads. Wife is kinda done with tent camping.

 

[deadlikeme]

Thanks for putting this together! Also, it is great that you included shipping to Denver; very helpful.

I haven't seen pricing, but the Rhino-Rack Reconn will be one to add. It might be worth throwing the OEM option in for a frame of reference.

I would love any guidance on whether the racks are completely flat or have a slight lip on the edges. One of my use cases will be carrying sheets of plywood, so ideally, I want a 49" wide, completely flat option that clears the shark fin. It looks like the JW Offroad is a good bet for my needs, and I hadn't seen that one before in my research. Plus, they have 10% off for the first purchase.

 

[ilumo]

Does anyone know if the Wescott / Sherpa / Prinsu racks are compatible with Luxury+ trim?

I believe they all are. That said they will all affect the pano roof to some degree as you will cover up the view and it will likely cause shadows. That is the main reason why I haven’t purchased one yet. I want to see if there are racks which will have ways to preserve the pano roof as much as possible without sacrificing too much structural rigidity.

That and I need to make sure that these racks will be able to withstand the elements. My truck is outside 24/7.

 

[nopantz]

Well, here is the Victory on an Incognito OT+. I like the how the gray accent pieces tie in. It took about 6hrs to remove/assemble/install. All the holes lined up well, nothing particularly frustrating other than cleaning off the anti-sieze. I was a little worried the side rails were bent, but they trued up with full assembly. There were some scratches in the powercoat.

Kuat Grip 6 ski rack will go on towards the front. I may fabricate a different mount for the traction board.

Orig

Naked

Ta-da

 

[pcs]

that full length rack looks amazing!

I'm not sure I have any use for it... but it makes me want to get one LOL

 

[A10MileHusker]

RhinoRack just announced their option:

RhinoRack

 

[ilumo]

that full length rack looks amazing!

I'm not sure I have any use for it... but it makes me want to get one LOL

lol. My only reason for getting at this point would be for the look. I need something a little more sleek as I’m going for the “rugged gentleman “ look. Not the full out off roading look.

 

[willboy]

Has anyone seen a short version similar to the OEM rack on the LC250? Victory makes one, but that’s the only one I can find.

 

[gvan1998]

oem rack on the lc250 is plug and play on the gx

 

[mikeccurtis]

Well, here is the Victory on an Incognito OT+. I like the how the gray accent pieces tie in. It took about 6hrs to remove/assemble/install. All the holes lined up well, nothing particularly frustrating other than cleaning off the anti-sieze. I was a little worried the side rails were bent, but they trued up with full assembly. There were some scratches in the powercoat.

Kuat Grip 6 ski rack will go on towards the front. I may fabricate a different mount for the traction board.

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A very solid purchase! I bought the same for my Incognito OT. Installation time is correct and I only needed help lifting off the old rack and lifting on the new rack. Instruction are only available by video so be prepared to stop, rewind, rewatch a few times and scratch your head a bit as to if the braces go inboard or outboard of the rack (inboard). Also, if you don’t want to buy the $50 matte black hardware kit, I went with the below to hide the stainless screw caps:

HILLMAN 59052 Black Hinged Screw... Amazon.com

 

[nopantz]

Nice.

Here is the Grip 6 direct mounted. Their T channel nuts were tool big so used Victory ones with some 2.5” 1/4-20 allen screws. Next I’m going to try to modify kayak J mounts to use the Kuat clamps.

 

[Bluegill]

That Victory rack looks great on your Incognito GX

 

[Clack]

Let me know if I've distilled this correctly so far.

Westcott - Lowest, lightest. Have to remove sides to use t-slots.
Prinsu - Similar, slightly beefier with L shaped stronger side rails. Side rails are two pieces with a joint between front and back halves. Cutouts for t-slot installation.
Victory - Like Prinsu with one piece sides, accent plates.
Rhino Rack - More expensive, bigger rails, fairing is beveled not flat across. Heavier, probably the stoutest of the bunch?
Sherpa - Looks basically the same at Westcott, Victory, Prinsu, but more expensive. Don't need to cut stock trim, rubber mounting blocks are a nice touch. 1/4" vx 3/16".
Evergreen - Couldn't find it.

Seems most don't want you to remove the one bar above the sunroof which I would want to do. Anything to add?

The Victory on nopantz looks great and I'm thinking I'm going to pull the trigger on that one.

 

[mikeccurtis]

I added Victory 4x4’s side shelves to the roof rack bolted down pvc conduit to those on both sides to make fishing rod holders

 

[nopantz]

Let me know if I've distilled this correctly so far.

Westcott - Lowest, lightest. Have to remove sides to use t-slots.
Prinsu - Similar, slightly beefier with L shaped stronger side rails. Side rails are two pieces with a joint between front and back halves. Cutouts for t-slot installation.
Victory - Like Prinsu with one piece sides, accent plates.
Rhino Rack - More expensive, bigger rails, fairing is beveled not flat across. Heavier, probably the stoutest of the bunch?
Sherpa - Looks basically the same at Westcott, Victory, Prinsu, but more expensive. Don't need to cut stock trim, rubber mounting blocks are a nice touch. 1/4" vx 3/16".
Evergreen - Couldn't find it.

Seems most don't want you to remove the one bar above the sunroof which I would want to do. Anything to add?

The Victory on nopantz looks great and I'm thinking I'm going to pull the trigger on that one.

Not sure what you mean by the one piece sides on the Victory. There is a black piece and a gray accent piece bolted to it. It wouldn’t be rigid enough without.

I was able to mount the Kuat clamps to some kayak J hooks I had. I wanted to make sure it was easy to remove since I can’t park in the garage with them. I haven’t tried it yet though .. in the spring.

 

[markmanner]

Hi, I'm picking up my OT+ Tuesday. I'd like a roof rack but took the one I had off my Audi Q5 because I didn't like the extra wind noise. I would appreciate comments by those with racks about wind noise for reference.
Thanks,
Mark