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Can this rack be used with the Bestop sunrider top?
This cannot be used with the Bestop Sunrider soft top. However, it can be used with the Bestop Sunrider for Hard Top.
Is this rack good for 150lbs of luggage in a cargo bag?
Yes, this rack will accept a cargo bag with up to 150 lbs. of evenly distributed weight.
Would you be able to mount a roof top tent to the top? Guessing tent ways around 150lbs and then obviously adults sleeping in it?
This rack has a 150lb weight load rating of evenly distributed weight, so a roof top tent would not be recommended.
WILL THIS RACK FIT MY 202 JL 2 DOOR JEEP
This rack is Not compatible with the 2-Door Jeep Wrangler JL.
Do you think a 13ft canoe could be strapped to it?
No, it could not.
The picture of the rack on the white Jeep shows two crossbars with aluminum mounts to the rack. Are they included? If not, what are they?
The tubes and mounts that are shown installed on the basket are sold separately. Please see link below for details... https://www.quadratec.com/p/smittybilt/defender-roof-rack-crossbar-bracket-kit-defender-roof-rack
What are the static and dynamic load ratings of this rack.
Since all the weight is transferred directly into the hardtop it can only hold 150lbs of evenly distributed weight.
Does this rook rack come with the mounting kit or will that have to be purchased seprately?
The brackets are sold separately
What are the dimensions of the shipping package and weight
The box measures 60x60x6" and weighs approximately 65lbs.
I noticed that brackets fit on over or through the two rear window hinges. Question is can the rear window be raised once the roof rack is installed? Thank you Steve
Yes, the brackets mount to the upper portion of the brackets (the part bolted to the hardtop). This will still allow normal rear liftgate glass function on the JK's.