LFD Crossbars + NaturNest RTT (2 Viewers)

[DrivenLyfe]

Does anyone have experience with the LFD Crossbars that fit with the stock LX570 side rails and the NaturNest RTT? I want to verify that this RTT will sit evenly on the bars, and not make too noise or flex while driving at highway speeds.

LFD crossbars: Ruggedized Crossbar Bundle - LC 200 and LX570 - https://lfdoffroad.com/products/ruggedized-crossbar-bundle-200-series-land-cruiser?_pos=1&_sid=246c6b42d&_ss=r&variant=44255850266900

NaturNest RTT: https://a.co/d/b8hVeqk

 

[sleepycruiser]

I have them on my 2011 LC and they are awesome. I started with just the crossbars and then eventually full rack. If you message the owner (Jay) he will be able to tell you if it will sit flat. He has an LX570 although he has the LFD crossbars and LFD side rails on his as well.

@LFDOffRoad

 

[DrivenLyfe]

I have them on my 2011 LC and they are awesome. I started with just the crossbars and then eventually full rack. If you message the owner (Jay) he will be able to tell you if it will sit flat. He has an LX570 although he has the LFD crossbars and LFD side rails on his as well.

@LFDOffRoad

Thank you. Will check with him and provide the answer back here for others.

 

[sleepycruiser]

Thank you. Will check with him and provide the answer back here for others.

Not sure how often he is on here, but they have a Facebook page

 

[DrivenLyfe]

Not sure how often he is on here, but they have a Facebook page

I am not on FB, and need to check but think they have an IG too

 

[LFDOffRoad]

Hey, thanks for the tag.

I don't see a weight spec for that tent, but just due to the footprint size I'd feel more comfortable with it on upgraded side rails. The stock LX side rails are pretty short.

You can do the 3/4 or full side rail set and a pair of crossbars. Pretty sure I have some blems too if you want a deal.

I'm out of the office today traveling, but let me know if I can help.

 

[DrivenLyfe]

Hey, thanks for the tag.

I don't see a weight spec for that tent, but just due to the footprint size I'd feel more comfortable with it on upgraded side rails. The stock LX side rails are pretty short.

You can do the 3/4 or full side rail set and a pair of crossbars. Pretty sure I have some blems too if you want a deal.

I'm out of the office today traveling, but let me know if I can help.

Thank you for the quick response here!

I believe the weight is 172lbs and the next size up is 189lbs. They are pretty short and I would be interested in the blems. I will send a PM shortly.

Have great and safe travels!

 

[NYC570]

Do these sit flat or are some of the crossbars higher or lower because of the stock rail curvature?

 

[BrainDoc]

Hey, thanks for the tag.

I don't see a weight spec for that tent, but just due to the footprint size I'd feel more comfortable with it on upgraded side rails. The stock LX side rails are pretty short.

You can do the 3/4 or full side rail set and a pair of crossbars. Pretty sure I have some blems too if you want a deal.

I'm out of the office today traveling, but let me know if I can help.

I was planning on ordering a set of the crossbars to mount a gfc super light RTT on the factory LC rails. Are the rails flat across front to back, or do they follow the curvature of the LC rails? Also I like a factory subtle look to accessories, does the front sticker come off easily or can I order a set without it? Thanks for the info.

 

[sleepycruiser]

I was planning on ordering a set of the crossbars to mount a gfc super light RTT on the factory LC rails. Are the rails flat across front to back, or do they follow the curvature of the LC rails? Also I like a factory subtle look to accessories, does the front sticker come off easily or can I order a set without it? Thanks for the info.

The decal is applied by you on the front fairing. It comes separate. Not sure if it is flat, but I’ll be mounting a RTT to it soon.

 

[DrivenLyfe]

Hey, thanks for the tag.

I don't see a weight spec for that tent, but just due to the footprint size I'd feel more comfortable with it on upgraded side rails. The stock LX side rails are pretty short.

You can do the 3/4 or full side rail set and a pair of crossbars. Pretty sure I have some blems too if you want a deal.

I'm out of the office today traveling, but let me know if I can help.

I sent a DM. Please let me know as I would like to purchase one of the blem racks.

 

[FJRanger]

Do these sit flat or are some of the crossbars higher or lower because of the stock rail curvature?

Has anyone received an answer to this and if they have, care to share it?

 

[NYC570]

Has anyone received an answer to this and if they have, care to share it?

Someone in another thread posted a picture with a level. They follow the curvature of the rails so they are not flat.

 

[HoffCruiser]

bringing this up because I'm interested in how level they are compared to the curved stock cross bars. not many pictures on their website to really get a good look.

 

[sleepycruiser]

bringing this up because I'm interested in how level they are compared to the curved stock cross bars. not many pictures on their website to really get a good look.

Depends if you are using the factory side rails or the LFD side rails. The crossbars are flat, but they are going to follow the side rail curvature, if any. I have the full LFD rack….and I carry my kayak and whatever else up there and don’t notice any curvature issues.

 

[Northboundndown]

bringing this up because I'm interested in how level they are compared to the curved stock cross bars. not many pictures on their website to really get a good look.

The bars are flat. And it has always been my understanding that the T-slot in the factory rails is straight. The rail itself has a slight curve, but the channel is straight. People run into issues when they mount bars onto towers, because the towers will be at varying heights of the roofline. I could be wrong about this but I checked mine with a level and the T-slot doesn't appear to have any bend in it.

I think I am ordering these LFD bars today, they check all my boxes and I don't want a full rack. My use case is pretty much just canoes, lumber, awning, and occasional box or traction boards for trips out west.

 

[HoffCruiser]

Sweet, thanks for the info. I just removed my full length front runner since I didn't need all that heavy support. So i'm looking for a more subtle option.

 

[Northboundndown]

I went out and checked the t-slot again a different way, and it's not perfectly straight, but it's straighter than the roof line. So I guess with 2 bars you can achieve a flat surface, with any more than that you will have a slight crest.