So, if it uses the same front bolts, you will encounter the problem of a front runner? Nothing changes.

 

The lighting is definitely extra. That was
routed through the roof towards back on driver side. The rack doesn’t come with the lights... just an option I added.

Regarding warranty - not sure that’s really going to be a thing. I was one of the roof bolt issues and led a coordinated effort to provide evidence to JLR that the bolt situation is ridiculous. They agreed it was covered under warranty. Ultimately - they freakin coated the heck out of the bolts with locktite. Its crazy to see how much they used and to get them out would require heating which you just can’t do with them in the vehicle.

 

I wish these after market rack makers would just use the roof rails as they are. This removing the roof rails thing is a deal breaker for me.

 

so more info about the lighting and wiring. so assuming you had to drill a hole in your roof.

i want lights but holes in my roof seem a little daunting

 

It was daunting which is why I paid the experts to do it. upTOP did a bang up job with it and I trust them wholeheartedly with it. I asked how they ran it all. Unfortunately- if you want lights you’re gonna have to drill...

Summary - back left corner driver side in the drip rAil behind the last unused mounting location is where em they went in. Drilled through w/ waterproof grommet and pass wiring through the open space b/n headliner/roof to the A pillar where it follows done and secured to pre-existing wiring harnesses. Used factory ground lug in the dash so no extra holes. Main feed wiring passes through hood release sleeve.

There’s a bunch more detail on what they used and the quality of materials etc. Bottom line - they’re rockstars and have seemingly created some impressive wiring/systems for their racks. It’s super clean.

 

willing to pay any reputable shop to do the install. Here in Cali not as many options especially in Norcal

 

For those wondering about height...

normal vehicle height - 77”
normal height plus rack - 79”
normal height plus James baroud evasion - 92”.

cleared 96” garage just fine.

 

normal height includes shark fin?

 

Yes forgot to mention that. 77” is to the top of the shark fin. The rack sits just above the camera eye as to not interfere.

 

you have a high clearance garage. i wouldn’t be able to get in with the tent on. that’s the dilemma. don’t want to leave the truck outside