6 OEM Crossbars for low profile cheap rack

[dmc]

I would take them off your hands but I’m in Oregon and won’t be back in Utah until this fall or next spring. If you change your mind about shipping, I’ll be happy to cover the cost.

They're not going anywhere. If you're back this fall we could meet up.

 

[CharlieS]

I do like this idea, prefer the stock look. I’m adding a 160 lb roofnest shortly. I understand the stock bars have flex, so I’m assuming the middle bars will be where I mount the RTT to, and then the outboard crossbars assist in better distributing the weight as the middle bars flex lower. But I’m going to continue to research this logic.

I don't have any flex that I've noticed in the stock bars. They are beefy reinforced extrusions.

 

[TeCKis300]

Some flex is good and will have benefits to long term durability. IMO, other than lacking the expo look, the stock rack is stronger and better engineered than most every aftermarket rack. Way quieter with superior aero. Note that the cross bars are directional with different leading and trailing edge aero.

100-series bars can be adapted to fit.

I have 3 bars on my rack as some things I mount like skies and snowboards bindins want to be a bit below the crossbar deck.

@spooltime , I'd mount to the outboard cross bars and let the more centered bars support. The slight crowned profile helps the inner bars be engaged.

 

[spooltime]

Good tips! The RTT doesn’t arrive for a couple more weeks, so it will give me some time to research when I get a moment. I do like the OEM look. Thanks.

 

[jefo13]

Good tips! The RTT doesn’t arrive for a couple more weeks, so it will give me some time to research when I get a moment. I do like the OEM look. Thanks.

Which roof nest did you order?

 

[spooltime]

Which roof nest did you order?

I went a bit overboard and got the Condor XL

Roofnest Condor 2 XL Air | 4 Person Rooftop Tent

The new Air edition Condor 2 XL has all the same features that established the Condor as an industry icon, plus some exciting new upgrades.

roofnest.com

On one hand, the LC200 and RTT saved me from buying an RV, so I didn’t mind so much going with the Condor XL, or that’s what I’m telling myself to justify it all!

 

[spooltime]

Found two bars shipped for $159. Before I pull the trigger, does anyone have any experience mounting a heavy flat object like a 160lb RTT to all four (or more)? I’m still concerned with the curve of the roofline and the potential for the roofnest not to lie flat on all four bars.
I see the picture of the wood 2x4 above, and it’s helpful, but thinking the weight of the RTT will settle them all down so it rests on all four. Am I mistaken? Thanks

 

[pcut]

I have no desire to ship but if anyone in Utah wants to do this, let me know. I have 2 2016 crossbars lying around I'll never use.

I'll take them off your hands. Shopping for a '16-18 LC now.

 

[spooltime]

In that case - $200

 

[spooltime]

I wound up buying the two extra OEM crossbars from the eBay auction @jefo13 linked above for $159 shipped.

When I read @CharlieS post about it being 5mm off, I read it quick and thought it said 5CM which is almost 2” and that made me a little nervous. 5mm is less than a quarter inch, so I figured I was being silly and that will be fine.

RTT arrives in a week or so then I will mount it following week and report back.

 

[greynolds]

I wound up buying the two extra OEM crossbars from the eBay auction @jefo13 linked above for $159 shipped.

When I read @CharlieS post about it being 5mm off, I read it quick and thought it said 5CM which is almost 2” and that made me a little nervous. 5mm is less than a quarter inch, so I figured I was being silly and that will be fine.

RTT arrives in a week or so then I will mount it following week and report back.

Were they genuine Toyota parts as pictured in the eBay listing? If so, that's a really good price as most of the Toyota parts suppliers want $250+ for a single crossbar.

 

[RTaylor]

I’ve been running 6 OEM bars for a while. Underrated setup!

 

[spooltime]

@greynolds could be a knockoff, but the picture shows a Toyota box. I’ll emailed the seller and told them I will only accept OEM. It’s ok if they are used. Ironically, I’m selling an X3 rack and XC90 rack, $150-$175 is the used range for racks with keys. We’ll see.

@RTaylor good to hear! Show some more pics of it loaded! Cheers

 

[greynolds]

@greynolds could be a knockoff, but the picture shows a Toyota box. I’ll emailed the seller and told them I will only accept OEM. It’s ok if they are used. Ironically, I’m selling an X3 rack and XC90 rack, $150-$175 is the used range for racks with keys. We’ll see.

Yeah, the picture clearly shows a factory box and the correct part number. The location they’re shipping from sounds like there’s potential for them being knockoffs, but if they’re genuine Toyota parts, that’s a really good price. I think I may take a chance and order a pair myself. If they aren’t as described, eBay will force them to pay the return shipping in addition to what was paid for them.

 

[FrazzledHunter]

Yeah, the picture clearly shows a factory box and the correct part number. The location they’re shipping from sounds like there’s potential for them being knockoffs, but if they’re genuine Toyota parts, that’s a really good price. I think I may take a chance and order a pair myself. If they aren’t as described, eBay will force them to pay the return shipping in addition to what was paid for them.

I saw two ebay posts for the crossbars and found it a bit odd with the pictures showing them in front of the boxes:
This one for $390.00, location San Jose CA: Toyota Lexus Land Cruiser 63409-60070 6340960070 Crossbars Roof Racks OEM - 2x | eBay

This one for $179.00, location Taiwan: For Toyota Land Cruiser LC200 2008-2020 Black Cross Bar Roof Rack Rail | eBay

 

[greynolds]

Hmm, that makes the Taiwan listing look very suspect. Perhaps I should cancel the offer I put in...

 

[FrazzledHunter]

Hmm, that makes the Taiwan listing look very suspect. Perhaps I should cancel the offer I put in...

I'd like to get 2 additional OEM crossbars as well and I came across the two a couple of days ago and it made me suspicious. The one for $390 looks legit but is more than I want to pay.

 

[greynolds]

I'd like to get 2 additional OEM crossbars as well and I came across the two a couple of days ago and it made me suspicious. The one for $390 looks legit but is more than I want to pay.

Yeah, the more expensive one sounds like someone bought them and found they didn't accomplish what he was looking for. The background on the picture showing the factory boxes and garage door is identical in both listings, so somebody stole the picture from the other and given the history on the listings, the one in California has been listed for a lot longer, so it seems clear which one the picture came from originally. I added a note to my offer making it clear that I will only accept them if they are genuine Toyota parts.

 

[FrazzledHunter]

Yeah, the more expensive one sounds like someone bought them and found they didn't accomplish what he was looking for. The background on the picture showing the factory boxes and garage door is identical in both listings, so somebody stole the picture from the other and given the history on the listings, the one in California has been listed for a lot longer, so it seems clear which one the picture came from originally. I added a note to my offer making it clear that I will only accept them if they are genuine Toyota parts.

I found it just too sketchy. I sincerely hope they're the real deal as I hate scammers. I'd like to hear how you make out. Good luck.

 

[supercarrera]

I’ve been running 6 OEM bars for a while. Underrated setup!

I agree. I've been running this for a while too and have been happy with it. You used to be able to get crossbars from Eric Sergeant for the price of shipping only. I'm not sure if he's supplying them any more though.