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Old May 24, 2016 | 08:11 AM
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I have a '96 Cherokee with a bare roof. I want to start looking at roof racks to install.

What are some good roof racks for my specific case?

Anything helps, thanks!
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Old May 24, 2016 | 08:30 AM
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So you would need a gutter mount roof rack if you are after a basket type rack, or gutter mount crossbars if all you need are bars. Can also attach a $100 basket to crossbars.
I have Nates4x4 basket. It is big (48" x 72") , heavy and costs $300. Middle section is removable for 48" x 48" basket.
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Old Jun 1, 2016 | 02:58 PM
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What is this $100 basket you speak of?? mine had the factory roof rack and I am looking at a roof basket budget friendly option big enough to hold a 32 inch spare.
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Old Jun 1, 2016 | 03:49 PM
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Just look for baskets on amazon...there are a couple at that price point.
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Old Jun 1, 2016 | 06:22 PM
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Originally Posted by travisrr
What is this $100 basket you speak of?? mine had the factory roof rack and I am looking at a roof basket budget friendly option big enough to hold a 32 inch spare.
Here are couple I have looked at.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...A24FJG9QJIEUE2
http://www.etrailer.com/Roof-Cargo-C...rt/C18115.html
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Old Jun 1, 2016 | 06:55 PM
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I have nates4x4 same as steve...Its a good rack for the price, just be prepared for a couple of weeks build time. The price is the best out there though.
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