Yakima outpost without kit?

Sup folks,

Trying to get my overland build up and running, but some key parts are on backorder, specifically the track kit allowing yakima outpost it to attach to bed rail. Part number 8001168 https://yakima.com/products/bed-track-kit-1

1. Can the Yakima Outpost be installed without the kit?

2. Anyone ever done a DIY install with parts from hardware store?

Thanks in advance.

 

What do the instructions say?

 

Disregard, I see what you're talking about now- do a search for "Yakima 8001168" and they show up on a couple of sites.

I know nothing about this site but they show it in stock and will let you add it to your cart- I'd probably call them first though to confirm. https://www.automotivestuff.com/yak...ter-kit-for-toyota-and-nissan-truck-beds.html

 

Just ordered and have not received anything yet. Just know it is the prescribed method for install. With parts being 4-5 months out though, was hoping for another solution that someone else may have tried.

 

Man, I have called that site and about a dozen other local and online places including Yakima, all have them on backorder at least a month out. E-trailers told me April. Was hoping someone else who had laid eyes on the rack/base had a success story or DIY deal without them until one comes in. Would hate to not use my new toy/build for 4 months.

 

They are available on the Yakima website, along with an install video.

https://assets.yakima.com/product/instructions/8001152/1

https://yakima.com/products/outpost-hd

 

Hopefully you got a good price on the rack, prices seem to vary by site. I found them for $550 new or $440 open box here (no experience with this company); free shipping. They're out of the mounting kit though: https://www.rackattack.com/truck-racks/yakima-outpost-hd/

 

Thanks for links, I have part 8001152, but it won't fit a taco without part 8001168, which is an adapter kit. Yakima told me at least a month out for 8001168

https://yakima.com/products/bed-track-kit-1

 

Its the adapter that allows that part to fit tacos.... https://yakima.com/products/bed-track-kit-1

 

What's it worth to you? J/K

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ETA- Figured I better add a smiley thing so nobody thought I was actually trying to scam you.

 

I've got one new in box 400 plus shipping if someone is interested.