Short Rack vs. Mid-level Bed Rack

Jesus, honestly, though. When I have a need for it, I'll be buying the Prinsu rack as well. Are you running RXT leafs? Which leaf configuration are you using with the rack and tent? I've also got Decked drawers on the way...

 

I have Deaver U402 stage 2. I just upgraded them from the stage 1. Just had Deavers add a 500lb leaf to my pack. I was sagging bad on the stage 1's but now it's all good nice and level even on a full load out for a trip.
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I would have done the RXT's but they weren't out yet.

 

You were a pioneer. Mine is a 2019. I just got it. This is only the beginning

PS: State 48 is running a sale. Do they pay for shipping or what? The checkout page says $2.96 for shipping to North Carolina. If that's the case my credit card is coming back out right now. @state48overland helluur?!

 

state48overland is who i went through to get my Demello front bumper. Awesome customer service. PM Eric@state48overland and see what the offer is.He will get you set up if you go with a Demello.

 

I did this the first time you told me to lol. No response yet but I want to order before the sale ends. Waiting....

 

Steel are going for about 1350 with the 20% off is that correct?

 

1342.96 for the bumper shipping to NC. It's in my cart right now. But on Demello's site it's over $300 for shipping.

 

Shipping sucks! I live about 20 miles from Demello so i had them install it!

 

You're right but @state48overland only charges $3 for shipping according to their site, so....

 

I have the 14" AluMax Modular rack (KB Voodoo). With the tonneau brackets, it puts the rack right at the lip of the rear window. I really enjoy the rack but I'm selling it unfortunately. I need to get a topper for the dogs. Two 80+ dogs and the fam aren't fitting well in the cap.

 

Custom aluminum rack worth checking out over here:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-and-3rd-gen-tacoma-400.634255/#post-21798931

 

I like the thought of a cab height bed rack a lot more but that wind noise is disheartening. With the inner ear issues I have I don't think I'd be able to handle that.

 

I'm option 3 with all this weight and zero sag

 

Good to know. I'm option 1 now with 0 added weight. Bedrack, tent, drawers (filled) will probably need to put that leaf in and go option 3 Im guessing.

@TWTaco I ordered that damn bumper. Wasn't going to. Then I did. You're right Erick was great to work with and if it had been anyone else, I don't think I would have bought it. Ordered the low profile hoop to preserve the TSS in my OR grill. Hopefully looks as good as yours. Thanks again @state48overland

 

Thats awesome your going to be so happy with it! It will look SPECTACULAR!

 

I’m on setting 2 with the RXT, here my bed is fully loaded too from camping. MAybe only slightly sagging in this pic but I think it’s just the angle.

 

Looks like a decent sag tbh. Gonna need another pic to confirm (Your truck is gorgeous). But at least you're showing off those beautiful Kings lol. I want to just go to opt 3 to just be done with it, but when I take the rack and tent off for daily driving, I dont want it to be horribly rigid. Decked drawers might help offset. Hard to say.

 

Money well spent...friendships for life have been made

 

I think it was the angle here is another shot. I have rear tundra king shocks with option 2 so I think it’s fairly level.

 

@SAPR53 Oh yeah does look solid. I think my front end has a little less preload than yours and sits a little lower so that might help keep a good rake for me. Any guesses on how much weight you have back there?

@Alesimo what kind of weight do you have back there as a DD? (Assuming you DD your taco)

I'm gonna be running like 600-650 lb in the back during camp trips with the drawers full but only about 250 for DD. I just talked to Accutune Offroad and the guy basically said no right answer, personal preference. Not what I wanted to hear but kind of expected that.