Roof rack on an XJ

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Jul 25, 2014 | 09:56 PM

#16

XJlimitedx99

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From: Andover, VT

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0 L

I stood on my factory rack once and it broke. So that's like 200lbs on one of them.

Jul 26, 2014 | 06:05 AM

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Whiplash

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From: Smithville, ON

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 HO

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Originally Posted by Fred/N0AZZ

I bought this rail mount to mount a custom Roof Rack on but they can be purchased with a rack included if desired. It will fit with factory rack attached or without.

that's an interesting rack...can you tell me where you got it from or the manufacturer?? I'm looking for something very low profile so i can still park my jeep in the garage...something i can toss a tire onto, maybe a couple of tools when outside the garage

thanx

Jul 26, 2014 | 12:37 PM

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Fred/N0AZZ

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From: Monett, MO.

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Sure can its a Olympic "Top Hat" rack setup they are sold at Quadratec. But I had to go direct to Olympic for just the mount.

I do really like the added protection of the outboard rail as well, the mount does have light tabs on it front and rear for extra lighting.

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Here is the custom rack before mounted.

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Jul 26, 2014 | 12:46 PM

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HuntFishCampXJRay

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From: Charlotte, NC

Year: 2001

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Looks real good

Jul 26, 2014 | 08:57 PM

#20

Platime

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Model: Cherokee

Get some conduit and start welding. Can make a very sturdy rack for small cost. Had this thing on at 70 and it didn't budge. But if you are planning on drilling holes in the roof, have a solid plan for making the holes water tight. Also, be prepared to take the headliner and trim all out.

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Jul 26, 2014 | 09:50 PM

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Fred/N0AZZ

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From: Monett, MO.

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

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Originally Posted by HuntFishCampXJRay

Looks real good

Thank you the rack is just conduct and expanded metal, easy to make. The mount was not so cheap but I really liked it.

Jul 27, 2014 | 02:56 AM

#22

Whiplash

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From: Smithville, ON

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 HO

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Originally Posted by Fred/N0AZZ

Sure can its a Olympic "Top Hat" rack setup they are sold at Quadratec. But I had to go direct to Olympic for just the mount.

thanx!! and 73

Jul 27, 2014 | 11:20 AM

#23

YoungJeep

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From: New Jersey

Year: 1994

Model: Cherokee

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Originally Posted by cheroheep

My 90 xj didn't come with factory rack and I installed a junk yard OEM rack. Pick and pull charged me 28 bucks the rails and 9 cross bars. Instal was easy too, attached two cross bars to help spacing and sorta square it. Once in place mark holes, remove rack, drill out holes and bolt on your rack. Instead of threaded inserts I used fender washers and nylocks. She has been racked for three years with no problem, even with loads way way over 150lbs. I've put camping gear, fire wood, scrap metal, and even 5 adults up there with no structural issues. Well up until I rolled her on her side and wrinkled the roof a bit... But the rack is there!

that's awfully impressive.

Jul 31, 2014 | 10:31 AM

#24

k4ylr

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From: Oklahoma City

Year: 2001

Model: Cherokee

Engine: I6 4.0L 242

I think I'm gonna pull the trigger on a Nates4x4 rack. For the price I don't think you can beat it especially with an additional 2 gutter mounts. 6 points to spread any weight out and light tabs front/rear.