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Roof Rack Installations

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by bukzilveraway18, Nov 28, 2016.

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  1. Jan 2, 2017 at 12:28 AM
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    what do you use your roof rack for?

    do I need to buy silicone as well before installing it?...
     
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  2. Jan 2, 2017 at 12:35 AM
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    I carry a paddle board, and also as a ladder tie down point. Works great.

    I was told that adding the clear silicone to the roof mounting bolts would help contain any potential leaks, but isn't necessary. I chose to err on the side of caution and use the silicone. Couldn't hurt, and I'm not planning on taking this rack off the truck again.
     
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  3. Jan 2, 2017 at 12:50 AM
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    okay.. a paddle board could be fun.. i think i'm just gonna buy one anyway since I am getting a good deal on it.
     
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  4. Jan 2, 2017 at 5:48 AM
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    Once you have a rack on a vehicle, you will always miss it if you don't. I could have gotten an aftermarket, probably cheaper and better quality, but it's just a needed item in my mind so the truck needed to come with it.
     
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  5. Jan 2, 2017 at 7:37 AM
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    ^ This. I didn't have one on my '09 and now that I have one on this truck Ill never go back. I dropped the kayak on top the other day and it was way better than angling it funny in my bed or having it stick out the rear of the truck.
     
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  6. Jan 2, 2017 at 9:44 AM
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    Especially with DCSB!!! That 5' bed sure is just small enough to be annoying at times, especially when you have a ladder, kayak, sprinkler pipe, etc. The roof rack does help a lot.
     
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  7. Jan 2, 2017 at 1:39 PM
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    okaaaay. I'm getting it!... just paid today.. will probably be shipping sometime this week. yay!
     
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  8. Jan 2, 2017 at 1:41 PM
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    :thumbsup::cheers:
     
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  9. Jan 2, 2017 at 1:47 PM
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    and there goes my productivity incentive check from work!... i wish it was bigger so i could afford a Prinsu roof rack. but maybe next time... thanks for the advice!
     
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  10. Jan 2, 2017 at 2:22 PM
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    No problem, enjoy! :cheers:
     
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  11. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:11 PM
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    I just received the OEM roof rack. Called the dealer and they wanted $275 to install :)

    Anyway, I am reviewing the installation guide.
    What's rapguard and where's it located?

    1. Remove the Ditch Moldings.

    1. (a) Pull back the rapguard, about 10” from each side and cut off the excess. Add vehicle protection to the top of the doors and down the side of the vehicle.
     
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  12. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:12 PM
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    Appreciate if someone don't mind share step by step instructions with pictures.

    Thanks
     
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  13. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:21 PM
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    This racks have not changed in years i just installed my 2013 OEM roof rack to my 2017 !
    Identical bolt holes and everything
     
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  14. Jan 12, 2017 at 7:07 PM
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    Do you guys experience any wind noise going 70+ mph on a windy day because i do.
     
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  15. Jan 12, 2017 at 7:16 PM
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    I paid 250 for mine... How can they get away with that..
     
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  16. Jan 12, 2017 at 7:17 PM
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    Wind noise at all speed without the roof rack installed
     
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    There's no "rap guard " that I know of. Start at the back of the truck for each ditch molding. Pull the piece out from behind the rear window seal, and pull straight up. The ditch molding is held in by tape and a clip. Easy to remove. What other questions do you have?
     
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    Thank you

    So, I'll remove the whole ditch molding on both sides and follow the instructions in the manual to install?

    That first step was confusing/misleading.

    Also, I am surprised no one make a video tutorial on the OEM roof rack installation. Searched on YouTube but didn't find one.
     
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  19. Jan 13, 2017 at 3:34 PM
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    I thought about making one but it really isn't that hard. The instructions are pretty well spot on. You'll need good Torx bits and a 1/4" torque wrench (Harbor Freight, ten bucks) to install the roof rack. Piece of cake!
     
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  20. Jan 14, 2017 at 6:03 PM
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    My truck came with the OEM roof rack. I plan on taking them off and going with an aftermarket rack in the future. Do I need to get non roof rack moldings or anything else to go back?
     
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