Luggage Carrier/Roof Rack Damage in 2017 LC200. Need Some Parts...

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swatski

swatski

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I remodeled my luggage rack... in my new 2017 LC200... ARGH. :bang:

I park in a multilevel underground parking garage at work where there is some construction going on.

This is damage on the rear left (driver) side
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and rear right (passenger) side
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I have the cross bar but the passenger side mount broke off. I also have both of the rear plastic covers (w/ tabs broken off).

I still think I got pretty lucky as there is no visible damage to the roof or the antenna, albeit I snapped the cross bar and the two rear covers.

What is the best place to get those parts?
TIA

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First one always hurts the most. The cross bars aren’t cheap if I recall. I’d look at a new roof rack though if you’re spending money on new crossbars.

Please read a few of the roof rack threads for proper removal of the bolts. Hint: partially remove one, then fully remove the other before removing the first. There is a retaining clip you definitely don’t want to break.
 
This is similar to crunching your factory bumper: a good excuse to get a proper one! I wouldn't even bother buying those parts, I'd take it off and get a good aftermarket rack. I think the factory rack is worthless.
 
TonyP said:
Yes, I'm sure the damage would have been less with taller roof rack, made of steel.... .. . ...
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Exactly right. I can only dream about several of the popular mods you guys do here all the time! - life and work get in the way by means of vertical challenges I barely clear as is, stock (and sometimes not at all, lol).

Help with the parts is very much appreciated! Thank you.

I think I hit a lamp/light enclosure or some of a plumbing/fire installation - stuff under construction that was hanging loose... I got really lucky as the damage could have been way worse.

The problem is I lost my assigned parking due to construction, and it's been hell (public parking garage in a regional medical center...). I dream of canyons and sharp rocks, lol. The place can be a mess when everyone's trying to get out - last night after hitting something I barely had time to stop and pick up the pieces... without causing too much of a traffic jam (or being shot at, lol), it's a bit of urban jungle... Oh, well.

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TonyP said:
I see you're from St Louis. Stay away from Jaye Wolfe Toyota. It's where I bought my 200 from. Complete scumbags.
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s***.

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TonyP said:
I see you're from St Louis. Stay away from Jaye Wolfe Toyota. It's where I bought my 200 from. Complete scumbags.
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Well... That explains a few things... (yes I bought from them, and took it there for the first (10k) service). There were a few things I found puzzling.
Damn. Any recommendations for around here? I have an extended service contract with them though for basic PM so I may be at least partially stuck. I appreciate headsup!

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And let me just say this:

THIS FORUM ROCKS!!!

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@swatski MT Scheile on Watson - Toyota guys and 100 Series owner. Their Techs are awesome and love working on toyotas.
 
krice118 said:
@swatski MT Scheile on Watson - Toyota guys and 100 Series owner. Their Techs are awesome and love working on toyotas.
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Thank you very much! And not very far from me, actually.

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Fixed the rack!
Also - got the OEM wheels powder coated, very happy! Really changed the look.
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