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Bed rack that goes over a Softopper

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Superman, Jan 18, 2018.

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  1. Mar 18, 2019 at 11:57 AM
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    Do you feel the aluminum holds up pretty well? Happy with it? I've been debating on steel/aluminum just for the weight savings.

    Aluminum
    Weight: 35 lbs
    Static carry weight: 620 lbs

    Steel
    Weight: ~85 lbs
    Static carry weight: 770 lbs

    With a rooftop tent, my wife and I are well below both of those. Roof-Tent, 2 people, gear, we're maybe around 450 to 500 lbs, if that.
     
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  2. Mar 18, 2019 at 12:59 PM
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    I think it should be fine but I have not put my RTT on yet (within the next few weeks). I also debated about this and Eddie mentioned he used to run an Aluminum with an RTT with no concerns regarding weight. The welds are solid so I am not worried about it if that helps
     
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  3. Mar 18, 2019 at 1:32 PM
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    Yeah, that does. Thanks for the info and response man. Great looking truck too. I think I'll shoot for the aluminum.
     
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  4. Mar 18, 2019 at 1:53 PM
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    Thanks & no problem, I am sure you will be happy either way but saving an extra 50lbs is well worth it.
     
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  5. Mar 20, 2019 at 5:57 PM
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    Wow, that looks great! Not nearly as tall above the cab as some of the photos make it seem. I know the website said 2.5in above cab height, but the pictures made it seem way taller. And I also have a Prinsu, so it's good to know they'll be close to even in height.

    I'm thinking about ditching my current bed rack + RTT and getting the SOS + Softopper + RTT, and it's still about ~1000 cheaper than buying a hard shell...
     
    wildalaska, Mar 20, 2019
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  6. Mar 21, 2019 at 9:16 AM
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    Thanks! I used to run the same set up but got tired of the dust getting into everything. I know the topper won't keep it all out but for the price (and easily removable) it works for my needs. Oh and yes it sits pretty much flush with the Prinsu rack
     
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  7. Mar 21, 2019 at 9:29 AM
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    I've had great success with my softopper. Keeps out all the dust, and I've had zero water leaking.

    IMG_20180530_171835.jpg
     
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  8. Mar 21, 2019 at 11:17 AM
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    good to hear that
     
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  9. Apr 6, 2019 at 3:31 PM
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    Sorry if this has already been asked but what’s a good place to purchase the soft toppers for a short bed?
     
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  10. Apr 6, 2019 at 4:13 PM
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    Buy it used if you can. Other wise buy it directly from them.
     
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    What is the weight capacity of this one?
     
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    Looks good, what did that set you back if you don’t mind me asking?
     
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  14. Jun 27, 2019 at 4:16 PM
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    About $1200..............that was with 20% off and included the shipping cost to CA
     
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    Same as all our racks which is 250lbs offroad dynamic, 500 on road dynamic, 1000 static. Let me know if you have any questions!
     
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  17. Dec 15, 2019 at 6:57 AM
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    Mobtown offroad has a nice over the softopper bed rack. From 900 to 1200 dollars.
     
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  18. Apr 15, 2020 at 3:53 AM
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    BudBuilt Front, Mid, and Gas Tank Skid Plate. CaliRaised 3x2 Amber Ditch Lights 67 Designs Taco Rail for Gadgets BlueSea Fuseblock w/ Bussman Circuit Breaker Grey Softopper Falken Wildpeak AT3W Tires Uptop Overland Bravo Roof Rack ROAM Awning Midland GMRS Radio Mountain Hatch Dog Hair
    How did you get the Softopper to mount with the Rack? Cut away some spots?
    I have a Third Gen so I am not familiar if the Second Gen toppers mount the same or not. I would love to run a setup like this so I can have a RTT and still use my Softopper.
     
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  19. Apr 15, 2020 at 7:24 AM
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    I think uptop overland is working on a rack for a soft top
     
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    Our Softopper rack is complete, we're just waiting for the first run of parts to be complete.

    It is all aluminum.

    It will be available in two different heights (one specifically for the Tacoma, and the other for taller versions of Softoppers).

    It will be available in 46" and 58" lengths, and also 70" and 88" for bigger trucks (those will be six leg racks).

    It will come with two accessory panels, but you can add as many as you want.

     
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