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OEM Roof Rack Install

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by YumaTRD, Dec 4, 2010.

  1. Dec 22, 2015 at 5:07 PM
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    Dan T

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    For those that did not have a gap on the drivers side. Did you have to break the vertical tabs (see post 45)?
    Are those tabs used for the OEM trim molding?
    Asking because I'm on the fench in regards to buyin
     
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  2. Dec 22, 2015 at 8:00 PM
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    Yes, I broke the tabs. No gap here. I figured the roof rack is permanent so what the hell. .. :)

    Gave away my roof strips too. .. there is no going back! Love the OEM rack!
     
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  3. Dec 23, 2015 at 6:02 AM
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    Lol my feeling was mutual. It's not really functional compared to some other racks but it definitely looks good.
     
  4. Dec 23, 2015 at 6:08 AM
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    Mine did as well... it was a nightmare. Some bolts went in like butter, others were kind of tough and then on the passenger side, the middle bolt won't even go in.. at all...
     
  5. Dec 27, 2015 at 6:03 PM
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    The install went well on my truck, no gaps, did have one hole not threaded right in the front bracket itself, had to force it, was not straight, had problems with yellow clip on one side and when I screwed the that side down to the front bracket it pulled the whole thing down. Not too bad for a DIY. Took a couple of hours maybe three.
     
  6. Apr 12, 2016 at 6:37 AM
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    Lol I installed mine in a parking lot too. Some random industrial area where no one was around on the weekend. Got to to what we got to do!
     
  7. Apr 12, 2016 at 6:58 AM
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  8. Jun 14, 2016 at 4:41 PM
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    Couple of questions for you guys...
    I read somewhere that 2012s don't have the bolt holes for instillation. Can anyone with confirm or deny?

    Second question has anyone had water leaking issues? I read before some people using silicon or plumber's tape. For those who did, where did you use them?

    Thanks in advance,
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  9. Jun 14, 2016 at 4:43 PM
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    I have a 2013, it was completely fine. Although the fit and finish if far from perfect I have zero leaks and I just screwed it in, nothing special used.
     
  10. Jun 15, 2016 at 7:00 AM
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    I have a 2012 since new. installed mine shortly after buying. They do have bolt holes and no leaks.
     
  11. Jun 15, 2016 at 7:02 AM
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    Does anyone have the sizes for the hardware? I need to get hardware for mine.

    Thanks!
     
  12. Jun 15, 2016 at 7:11 AM
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    Does anyone know if this is the same set-up for a 2016 oem roof rack?
     
  13. Jun 15, 2016 at 8:10 AM
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    Hope it's in order lol

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  16. Jun 15, 2016 at 9:43 AM
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    Thanks! a friendlier to read version

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  17. Jun 30, 2016 at 10:27 AM
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    Nice thread but quick question. Just installed a buddies OEM roof rack on his 2016. Looks great and went it easily but the rubber/plastic that runs around the bottom of the rack making contact to the roof of the truck has a few minor gaps. It came with gaskets to go around the screw holes of which I assume will prevent the water from leaking through but wanted to see if anyone else had similar experience. Few pics to show gap size....these few are probably the largest....should I put something to help fill that gap? Thoughts?

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  18. Jul 19, 2016 at 9:12 AM
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    Hello all.

    I have found a replacement yellow faster for the OE roof rack. It is not exact but it fits into the notch in the in the roof rack itself and the hole on the mounting bracket.

    It is from Dorman, part number 963-221.

    Hope this helps,
    NP

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  19. Jul 20, 2016 at 10:22 PM
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    Guys- quick question. The tape on the roof that is over the factory holes: are you guys leaving that, then just putting the sealant down in the holes that you punched through it? (I'm using an anaerobic sealant)

    Thanks,
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  20. Jul 21, 2016 at 2:42 AM
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    Are you talking about when installing a new roof rack or just putting down the drip strips?
     

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