2018 LX roof rack/additional fuel carry

[jharpphoto]

I'm not quite ready for the Dissent Offroad bumper w/ swingouts (very spendy), but I am looking for options to carry some jerry cans and other items that I don't want in the cabin. I guess a roof rack is the way to go for extra fuel carry etc right? I'm curious about the go to roof rack? What models should I look for? Included here is an obligatory pic of my 2018 LX.

 

[grinchy]

Lots of folks running hitch racks for this purpose maybe look up some threads on that . . .

 

[jharpphoto]

I hadn’t considered that. Great idea.

 

[xeuxaz]

Adding a rack properly on a face lift LX is labor intensive. (You have to drop the headliner).

Gamiviti makes nice racks.

Check out this thread for a better understanding of what you’re in for. You’ll want to order the brackets and spare clips ahead of time.

How to remove headliner and install aftermarket roofrack in 2016+ LX570

I have been meaning to write this for the past year. As we all know, 2016+ LX570 has a roof rail system that can only be removed by removing the headliner. If you want to install an aftermarket roofrack such as Prinsu roof rack, there is no other way but to remove the headliner and remove the...

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[coleAK]

Hitch tray all the way for gas,…. I use one when I travel up above the arctic circle on the Dalton. 15 gallons of gas and a Plano with fire wood.

Here is my set up. This was on the back of my camper trailer on the way up 3 weeks ago. Just north of Fairbanks (AK) I park the camper and swap the rear tray to the back of my LX.

 

[jharpphoto]

Wow, that roof rack install thread has me second guessing a rack. I had no idea it would be such a PITA.

Adding a rack properly on a face lift LX is labor intensive. (You have to drop the headliner).

Gamiviti makes nice racks.

Check out this thread for a better understanding of what you’re in for. You’ll want to order the brackets and spare clips ahead of time.

How to remove headliner and install aftermarket roofrack in 2016+ LX570

I have been meaning to write this for the past year. As we all know, 2016+ LX570 has a roof rail system that can only be removed by removing the headliner. If you want to install an aftermarket roofrack such as Prinsu roof rack, there is no other way but to remove the headliner and remove the...

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[nor_cal_cyclist]

Wow, that roof rack install thread has me second guessing a rack. I had no idea it would be such a PITA.

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Looks like you have the factory rails...add a set of Yak bars and a basket. Much cheaper and easier, with LOTS of optional accessories...and easily removable for times it's not needed. Just my $0.02.

 

[jharpphoto]

Looks like you have the factory rails...add a set of Yak bars and a basket. Much cheaper and easier, with LOTS of optional accessories...and easily removable for times it's not needed. Just my $0.02.

Yak bars? Are you talking about a Yakima product of some kind?

 

[nor_cal_cyclist]

Yak bars? Are you talking about a Yakima product of some kind?

Yes - Yakima crossbars (or Thule if you prefer)...could probably fit the basket (and various sports racks) to the factory crossbars now that many of them use a strap that cinches down to accommodate the different shapes of bars.

 

[hoser]

LRA 12.5G for fuel (retains spare tire mount)
Stock rack for your light items.

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[jharpphoto]

LRA 12.5G for fuel (retains spare tire mount)
Stock rack for your light items.

Upgraded Fuel Tanks, Bumpers, and Truck Toppers |Long Range America

Shop all long range fuel tanks, auxiliary replacement tanks, and replacement tanks for Ford, Toyota, Lexus, Jeep, and more.

longrangeamerica.com

OMG that aux fuel cell is amazing! Thanks for sharing that link.

 

[eatSleepWoof]

Carrying liquid on the roof sucks. It's very heavy, tough to tie down, adds wind resistance/noise, and if it's fuel and spills, could theoretically damage your paint, too.

Hitch rack all the way. Couple it with a swing-away adapter and you'll have full, convenient access to the cargo area, too.

@TeCKis300 has a nice, custom setup. If he shares photos again, see if you can replicate it.

 

[coleAK]

Wow, that roof rack install thread has me second guessing a rack. I had no idea it would be such a PITA.

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For a roof rack I’ve used yakama round bars for >30 years. I’ve had this set up of OEM LC rails with rail grab feet and 66” bars on my LX for 11 years (had the same crossbars for >20 years). I use it for: skis, a skybox, mega warrior basket, skinny warrior basket, bikes (when I have >4), a 16’ canoe, RTT,…. The bars come on and off in ~5 min.