3/4 Size Roof Rack (1 Viewer)

[YellowLab]

Good morning - anyone out there 'sporting' a 3/4 size RR - like the one Westcott and some others make? Wanting to ditch the OvertTrail rack - but would never use the full length rack. Curious to know if I'm buying any more quiet over the existing wind tunnel noise.

 

[S SUBERI]

Check out the land cruiser FE roof rack. It's 3/4 but not sure about the wind noise.

 

[YellowLab]

Check out the land cruiser FE roof rack. It's 3/4 but not sure about the wind noise.

Do you know if that fits/mounts to the lexus easily?

 

[S SUBERI]

Not sure but the rails are fully compatible so I would guess it would fit

 

[munkeeboi]

Do you know if that fits/mounts to the lexus easily?

The LC FE rack fits in the same exact locations. I had it and there are limitations to aftermarket attachments. Good for a basic rack to rest things on and much quieter than the GX rack

There are also the Victory 4x4 and Peak 4x4 (an australian brand) that are 3/4 length

VIctory -

Lexus GX550 Roof Rack | Evolution Series | 2024+ - Victory 4x4

Offering quality steel and aluminum goods for Toyota and Lexus 4x4s.

www.victory4x4.com

Peak -

Roof Rack Platform System (Short) for Toyota LandCruiser Prado J250 &

Product Highlights Aviation-Grade High Strength Aluminium Construction: Lightweight yet incredibly strong for maximum durability. OEM Look & Seamless Fit: Designed to match the sleek aesthetics of your Toyota LandCruiser Prado J250 and Lexus GX550. Easy Installation: Mounts directly to existing...

peak4x4.com.au

 

[CaryGX550]

I spent a small fortune on one of these Peak 4x4 racks to ship it from AUS (shipping costs plus US duties of $300+) because I loved the look of it. Owning a Prem Plus with low profile rails I also needed the roof gutter trim pieces which were challenging to get my hands on due to national backorder.

Anyway, a guy on the LC250 page said he found this one on eBay, which appears to be the same exact item, just not private labeled. Hoping you or someone else can benefit from my experience. Happy to send a couple installed pics if you like.

 

[CaryGX550]

I don't know why but this line is added any time you post a link from eBay, I don't sell anything.
"As an eBay Associate we earn from qualifying purchases."

 

[S SUBERI]

I would also go to the LC Forum post a "want to buy". Someone might have taken theirs off.

 

[deadlikeme]

I spent a small fortune on one of these Peak 4x4 racks to ship it from AUS (shipping costs plus US duties of $300+) because I loved the look of it. Owning a Prem Plus with low profile rails I also needed the roof gutter trim pieces which were challenging to get my hands on due to national backorder.

Anyway, a guy on the LC250 page said he found this one on eBay, which appears to be the same exact item, just not private labeled. Hoping you or someone else can benefit from my experience. Happy to send a couple installed pics if you like.

How do you like this design? How is the noise? Are the rails able to accommodate t-slot accessories? Love the look of it. And prefer the 3/4 length.

 

[CaryGX550]

How do you like this design? How is the noise? Are the rails able to accommodate t-slot accessories? Love the look of it. And prefer the 3/4 length.

Love the design and looks of this rack. I haven't noticed an increase in wind noise over the OEM rails that came with the truck, if anything there's been less noise. Not sure about adding t-slot accessories, I've only strapped a few things to the rack temporarily. The rails have slots that have a removable rubber strip so I assume they are t-slot compatible(?). For the price of the Ebay option I'd recommend checking it out. Just make sure it comes with the little foam sticker pads that go around the roof mounting holes, mine came with them (12 pieces).

 

[CaryGX550]

Love the design and looks of this rack. I haven't noticed an increase in wind noise over the OEM rails that came with the truck, if anything there's been less noise. Not sure about adding t-slot accessories, I've only strapped a few things to the rack temporarily. The rails have slots that have a removable rubber strip so I assume they are t-slot compatible(?). For the price of the Ebay option I'd recommend checking it out. Just make sure it comes with the little foam sticker pads that go around the roof mounting holes, mine came with them (12 pieces).

I took a closer look and there are latches on each end of the rails that flip up and allow you to pull out the rubber strip in the middle of the rail. See pics..and no, they've never flipped up from road wind.

 

[BLK GX]

I took a closer look and there are latches on each end of the rails that flip up and allow you to pull out the rubber strip in the middle of the rail. See pics..and no, they've never flipped up from road wind.View attachment 14393View attachment 14394

this looks great. does it fit the OT version ? you mentioned something about rail gutters in the last post so not sure. do you happen to have the link to the lC forum for the review of the Ebay part ? thanks

 

[CaryGX550]

this looks great. does it fit the OT version ? you mentioned something about rail gutters in the last post so not sure. do you happen to have the link to the lC forum for the review of the Ebay part ? thanks

Yes it will fit the OT version. If you have an OT you already have the gutter pieces I was referring to. The guy on the LC forum hadn't purchased the Ebay version, he'd just noted that it looked like the exact same product, and I agree.

 

[BLK GX]

Yes it will fit the OT version. If you have an OT you already have the gutter pieces I was referring to. The guy on the LC forum hadn't purchased the Ebay version, he'd just noted that it looked like the exact same product, and I agree.

Thanks
Tried purchasing it but it is out of stock

 

[CaryGX550]

Thanks
Tried purchasing it but it is out of stock

Oh damn, I'm sorry. Maybe the seller could tell you when they might get stock back in?

 

[BLK GX]

Love the design and looks of this rack. I haven't noticed an increase in wind noise over the OEM rails that came with the truck, if anything there's been less noise. Not sure about adding t-slot accessories, I've only strapped a few things to the rack temporarily. The rails have slots that have a removable rubber strip so I assume they are t-slot compatible(?). For the price of the Ebay option I'd recommend checking it out. Just make sure it comes with the little foam sticker pads that go around the roof mounting holes, mine came with them (12 pieces).

Finally got around to install the eBay version and was wondering what the foam pads are for. The installation instruction doesn’t mention anything about them. Do I need to uninstall and start over ? I’ll report back on the noise but I believe they are nosiier than just having ot rails . As far as the look go I like the look overall but the rubber seal that sticks out of front and rear rail covers kind of bothers me as the oem didn’t have this

Here is the instruction

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0654/9441/7633/files/YH-FJ250-04.pdf?v=1737052253

 

[SkyHigh]

I installed the 3/4 Victory rack and haven't noticed any noise from it, but I don't drive much and my hearing sucks.

 

[CaryGX550]

Finally got around to install the eBay version and was wondering what the foam pads are for. The installation instruction doesn’t mention anything about them. Do I need to uninstall and start over ? I’ll report back on the noise but I believe they are nosiier than just having ot rails . As far as the look go I like the look overall but the rubber seal that sticks out of front and rear rail covers kind of bothers me as the oem didn’t have this

Here is the instruction

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0654/9441/7633/files/YH-FJ250-04.pdf?v=1737052253

Yes the instructions I received were the same. I mentioned the pads in my previous post but it was at the very end of a long explanation so you probably missed it. The pads go around the 12 roof mounting holes and are compressed to keep out moisture when tightened down. I believe the OEM rails came with similar pads. If you used silicone around the mounting holes I'd think you'd be fine.