Need rack help

[thePoet]

I recently ordered a thule rack setup for my 1999 4Runner. On advice from the company I got the TK1 fit kit. However, this appears to be designed to work with a full factory rack (with track). I just have the plastic strip and screw points, so this doesn't work. The bolts aren't long enough, and I'd be worried that it would come loose.

I'm having difficulty getting a good answer from the company I ordered from about what I should be using. I probably need to go find a local place that can take a look at it, but this seemed like it should have been a lot easier than it is turning out to be. Has anyone hooked up a Thule to this setup?

The picture shows the screw points I'm talking about.

 

[thePoet]

Look like these are the original screw points for the factory rack track. However, that track no longer exists (must have been removed before we bought it). So, looks like I need a track. Are there aftermarket tracks that can work here, or does anyone know a good source for a used track? I don't need the rack (I'll be able to install my Thule gear at that point).

 

[Duhockey]

Look like these are the original screw points for the factory rack track. However, that track no longer exists (must have been removed before we bought it). So, looks like I need a track. Are there aftermarket tracks that can work here, or does anyone know a good source for a used track? I don't need the rack (I'll be able to install my Thule gear at that point).

u may have to go to a junkyard or something... cant think of a place that sells just the tracks. I cant find just the tracks...

found just the crossbar though.

4runner oem roof rack - Google Product Search

Called the Toyota dealer,

says that u need the outer strip assembly, without crossbars,
u would need 2 of them but they have been discontinued as a separate item so you have to get the full assembly thru toyota.

243.60 plus tax... from the dealer,

I have an email into my friend Katy at ROCKI TOP AUTO to see if she can find you one cheaper.

 

[Pikeman]

Just called the local Toyota wrecking yard. Complete roof rack $75 and they will ship lower 48 states. Here is their info:

Crossroads Foreign
12421 Riverside Dr., Mira Loma, CA
(909) 983-8694

 

[mtb79]

roof rack

Found someone selling a full rack on E B A Y. Might be lucky and get it for opening price.

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