Interior / Exterior Visual TechThis section contains discussion related to visual modifications of the Toyota FJ Cruiser. Some items might include dash kits, roof rack modifications and other visual modifications.
Re: Roof rack crossbar mod: 3 is stronger than 1 (pics)
Nice work! A simple solution for the gas cans.
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Re: Roof rack crossbar mod: 3 is stronger than 1 (pics)
Very nice job Steve. I will be doing this MOD myself. I'm also thinking of getting a pelican case to put recovery gear along with some extra FJ parts, belts, hoses, CV, etc. Great job
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Re: Roof rack crossbar mod: 3 is stronger than 1 (pics)
Looks great! Hmmm, I wonder if it's possible to buy spare cross members. Several extra cross members, and Steve's idea, could really turn the factory rack into something useful.
Re: Roof rack crossbar mod: 3 is stronger than 1 (pics)
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Tony5150RN previously said:
Looks great! Hmmm, I wonder if it's possible to buy spare cross members.
Thanks, Tony. I didn't get a price on them, but the dealership's parts department said the crossbars are available individually, since a lot of customers either lose them, break them, have them stolen or just want a few more. Since they come in different lengths (depending on their intended location on the rack), I suspect you'll have to specify a specific part #.
Re: Roof rack crossbar mod: 3 is stronger than 1 (pics)
From an aerodynamic standpoint, there may be another benefit to this mod and that is noise reduction. Can you run your rig like maybe in a 70mph cruise config for us and see if you notice any improvement over the stock location?