Hi all
I am in the market for a roof rack and have narrowed it down to either the Eezi-Awn K9 rack (2 or 2.2 meter) or the FrontRunner Slimline II which is ~1.8 meter length. I like this style of rack and not willing to consider Baja, Gobi etc unless there are other racks similar to the K9 / Frontrunner in terms of ease of adaptability etc.
I currently use a Thule box for certain items and then with the help of 3 Thule cross bars and a modified Yakima basketcase carry my shovel, TRED 800, 20L Scepter MWC and kolpin fuel container (pic attached). I am looking to upgrade for more room on the roof and higher load capacity, but not looking to use RTT. Both can be modified to have a set of Thule bars mounted so I can use my cargo box and both have lots of mounting options.
I am leaning towards the K9 for the increased length but worried about regretting covering up my moonroof. I don't drive with it open all that much but do like the extra light that it lets in. Anyone regret having a full length rack over their moonroof?
K9 Rack
Pros: larger, can adjust height of rack up and down,
Cons: More expensive (~$355 vs FrontRunner), less flexibility in rack orientation (welded)
Questions: without real mounting feet forward of the sunroof on the 4Runner, will the rack be stable? read one comment that it needs some weight in the front or will lift up.
FrontRunner Rack
Pros: more adjustable, cheaper, more accessory options
Cons: smaller capacity, less ability to raise / lower the rack
I would love to hear from anyone who has had both, or someone who went through a similar decision and can share feedback. I haven't seen either in person yet so this puts me at a disadvantage. I have almost no concern with the Frontrunner, only that I might wish I had gone with a larger rack.
The K9 length concerns me a bit about long-term stability and how sturdy the overhanging portion will be.
Really curious about long-term impressions and feedback on if you could do it again if you would go a different direction.
Any input would be great, I have been scouring the web for info.
Travis
I am in the market for a roof rack and have narrowed it down to either the Eezi-Awn K9 rack (2 or 2.2 meter) or the FrontRunner Slimline II which is ~1.8 meter length. I like this style of rack and not willing to consider Baja, Gobi etc unless there are other racks similar to the K9 / Frontrunner in terms of ease of adaptability etc.
I currently use a Thule box for certain items and then with the help of 3 Thule cross bars and a modified Yakima basketcase carry my shovel, TRED 800, 20L Scepter MWC and kolpin fuel container (pic attached). I am looking to upgrade for more room on the roof and higher load capacity, but not looking to use RTT. Both can be modified to have a set of Thule bars mounted so I can use my cargo box and both have lots of mounting options.
I am leaning towards the K9 for the increased length but worried about regretting covering up my moonroof. I don't drive with it open all that much but do like the extra light that it lets in. Anyone regret having a full length rack over their moonroof?
K9 Rack
Pros: larger, can adjust height of rack up and down,
Cons: More expensive (~$355 vs FrontRunner), less flexibility in rack orientation (welded)
Questions: without real mounting feet forward of the sunroof on the 4Runner, will the rack be stable? read one comment that it needs some weight in the front or will lift up.
FrontRunner Rack
Pros: more adjustable, cheaper, more accessory options
Cons: smaller capacity, less ability to raise / lower the rack
I would love to hear from anyone who has had both, or someone who went through a similar decision and can share feedback. I haven't seen either in person yet so this puts me at a disadvantage. I have almost no concern with the Frontrunner, only that I might wish I had gone with a larger rack.
The K9 length concerns me a bit about long-term stability and how sturdy the overhanging portion will be.
Really curious about long-term impressions and feedback on if you could do it again if you would go a different direction.
Any input would be great, I have been scouring the web for info.
Travis
