roof runners

gonna look into roof runners for the truck, i like the look and could use it to tie down stuff to the top once bed is full.

 

To me they look like little mickey mouse ears on the truck. Would like the functionality of them, but I can't get past the look of them.

 

Same here. I don't care for the factory ones. Get a different brand.

 

Love the factory ones. Very functional

 

I installed mine recently. Makes the truck look more sporty. But it actually ads quite a bit of noise with the arms out or when in use.

 

but their good when folded up?
the only time they will be out is when i have stuff tied up so i will expect some noise haha

 

no noise at all when they are folded in

 

sweet. prob gonna add the factory ones. like those alot

 

I was thinking about getting those, plus when I get a camper top I'd like to have a rack on it as well. Seems a little much but it will come in handy when I go camping and bring the kayak/bikes/whatever else won't fit in the bed

 

I first had the Yakima roof rack on my truck and loved them. Kinda noisy with the fairing but I switched to the OEM ones and I like them a lot more!!!

 

Just bought a set of OEM. Will put them on tomorrow. I think they look good on most trucks.

 

haha hell yea man.. mervin manufacturing makes the best boards. I have a GNU riders choice and a Lib Tech Park Pickle.


as for my roof rack reccomendations.. I have a Thule roof rack with fairing. real similar to WWFIREFIGHTER's old one

 

How much does an OEM set run roughly?

 

the last i saw they were around $212. but prices could vary

 

How do the OEM mount to the truck, Yakima?

 

The OEM's are really easy to install. You basically haul off the rubber moulding on the roof and they screw right in. The instructions were very clear and easy to understand. I can't find mine at the moment though.

Not sure about the Yakima, but I'm sure its not too hard

 

I think they are hideous. I put my bike and snow board in the bed of my truck where they belong. Roof racks are for cars that dont have any storage. Roof racks on shells are OK. Thats just my opinion though.

 

Anyone have a picture of the OEM one's folded up?

 

Not the best photo, but here are the racks folded in

I don't have any photos with them open. I could get some tomorrow if you really want. It's really dark out now.

 

can the OEM racks do any damage to the roof akin to how the OEM bug deflectors can damage the hood?