Molle Panels

[Irish Mike]

I am ready to buy my rear window molle panels, I need some help from you all.
I have looked at Rago, Victory, Cali Raised and OrangeBoxx. I have seen differing opinions and wondered if there was a consensus here on which ones were most user friendly.
I like the circular holes in the Rago and Victory versions for adding quick fists or other bolt on stuff but have also heard the grids are too large for proper molle spacing.
Please let me know your thoughts.

 

[rageandlove]

Rago

1) Their stuff is very well designed and built.
2) As a company they are incredibly responsive to questions and offer great support.
3) You can mount lights on them to light up the cargo area which, as we all know, has crap lighting.

I'm sticking a switched BD rock light on either side - one red and one white so that when camping I don't attract as many bugs ...

(FWIW, I've now bought an ARB mount, a gas skid, these panels, and a few other things from Rago because everything they make is very well done and the service is fantastic.)

 

[flyrv9]

For what those things cost - if I wanted a pair - I'd make my own. They are not a bad idea; but I don't like the loss of visibility.

 

[NorthPark]

For what those things cost - if I wanted a pair - I'd make my own. They are not a bad idea; but I don't like the loss of visibility.

You know it's not all that often, but every once in a while I catch a glimpse out of that passenger rear window and see something that could be a potential collision.

I didn't have the money at the time Rago had single panels for sale last month, now you have to order the complete set which is a deal breaker for me.

 

[97BlackAckCL]

I have Rago, but if I had to do it over again I'd go Victory or CaliRaised, to me they are better looking and more user friendly, Ragos are a huge pain once they are mounted to install anything, I've had to take them completely down to install simple nuts and bolt mounts

 

[mteolus]

Last time I looked Cali-Raised were a little cheaper too. The molle extends down past the window some too as well.

 

[DallasTRDPro]

You know it's not all that often, but every once in a while I catch a glimpse out of that passenger rear window and see something that could be a potential collision.

I didn't have the money at the time Rago had single panels for sale last month, now you have to order the complete set which is a deal breaker for me.

Ordering both is also a deal killer for me although I really like the wya theirs look the best and the shelf would be nice but not for the money.

 

[Irish Mike]

Last time I looked Cali-Raised were a little cheaper too. The molle extends down past the window some too as well.

I am seriosuly considering the Cali Raised and the Victory. I did get a coupon code from Rago that makes theirs a little cheaper.
I do like the extension on the Cali Raised.

 

[DallasTRDPro]

I have Rago, but if I had to do it over again I'd go Victory or CaliRaised, to me they are better looking and more user friendly, Ragos are a huge pain once they are mounted to install anything, I've had to take them completely down to install simple nuts and bolt mounts

Not being able to access behind them was a major reason I didn't choose them. Putting rolled up towels behind them would be a great spot. I remember the install video and the owner said its not a big deal because people don't change the stuff they hang often. What?? Yeah they do. You also have to take the side rails on the roof off to add their crossbars.

 

[Chamby]

CaliRaised for me

Last time I looked Cali-Raised were a little cheaper too. The molle extends down past the window some too as well.

Lower mount points are nice to have.

 

[rhadam]

I have a single Victory rear panel and the center console panels, happy with the purchase. I've not had any issues weaving in attachments like my med bag, dump pouch, and a few utility pouches. Also added quick fists which bolt in perfect for my hatchet. No real issues with rattle after a couple adjustments.. but just realize they will rattle when you've off-road. The CaliRaised look solid, especially if you want more molle space. Lower attachment points are great for things you don't want projected in to the back of your head or passenger's head in the event of an accident.

 

[4loko.4r]

I’m diggin’ the Cali Raised version. Anyone with it installed, how does it perform off-road?

Thanks in advance

 

[Pedro367]

Happy with my OrangeBoxx ones. Easy to mount things on them as I can get my hand behind them.

 

[TintedPatriot]

I went Victory....

Back when I bought them, over a year ago, Victory had a sick sale so I went for it. I'm happy with them, sturdy construction for sure! And very easy to install.

 

[Mudhorn]

I am happy with my Rago. Especially the shelf add on, meets my needs.

If I did it again I would look into Finn Fab finnfab.com

 

[BigGy]

I know plenty of people have them, I know they are the "thing" to have. I know it will never happen to anyone on this forum....

You ever get in an accident.....you're gonna get tagged for obstructed view.

No I'm not a lawyer, No I'm not a State Cop, No I'm not a Sheriff's deputy....but, I do know a few. YMMV, of course. ray2:

 

[jawkdna]

I know plenty of people have them, I know they are the "thing" to have. I know it will never happen to anyone on this forum....

You ever get in an accident.....you're gonna get tagged for obstructed view.

No I'm not a lawyer, No I'm not a State Cop, No I'm not a Sheriff's deputy....but, I do know a few. YMMV, of course. ray2:

Sorry, but I don't think so...

There are lots of vehicles on the road that do not even have visibility out the back by design. Cargo Vans, Uhaul Trucks, Sprinter vans, Long Haul trucks, etc... this is what your side mirrors are for.

Here's California's take:
"Under the California Vehicle Code, every vehicle registered in the state (except for motorcycles) is required to have at least two rearview mirrors. One of these mirrors must be on the vehicle’s left-hand side (driver’s side). The other mirror can be located anywhere so long as the driver has a clear view of the highway at least 200 feet behind their vehicle in both mirrors.

Vehicles that are registered out-of-state and motorcycles must have at least one rearview mirror that allows the driver to see 200 feet behind them on the roadway."

I know we are not talking about mirrors, but rather 'obstructed view', and my argument here is you are not required to be able to see out of the back of your vehicle, that is what the side mirrors are for. And your backup camera when going in reverse...

 

[jawkdna]

Just pulled the trigger on the Victory ones today... their cargo basket / shelf seemed like the most robust to me. I really liked the extra molle on the CaliRaised and how flush they sit against the window (this might be problematic when adding items to the MOLLE) but their shelf wasn't wide enough and looked a little wonky compared to Victory's offering...

Victory 4x4

Caliraised

 

[Titan_Bow]

I like the idea of these but man are they proud of them! I might have to look into some DIY options. I wish I had had these on my Xterra, I had some cargo shift while on a rough trail and BAM! something in the back took out my back window. The replacement window was still cheaper than these panels though [emoji2957]


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[rageandlove]

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