JEGS 90098 Rooftop Cargo Carrier - Review
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- I took this cargo box on a weeklong trip where I did about 600 miles of driving. I was very pleased with performance of the cargo box and it allowed us to free up a lot of space in the car.
I forgot to mention in the video that wind noise with this cargo box on the review was noticeable above 50 mph and got progressively louder with speed, but was never excessively loud. I only took the car up to a max of 65 mph on the highway and could easily listen to music or a podcast without noticing the noise from the box.
The box had a negligible effect on driving/handling of the car during both city and highway driving. We did notice a small amount of rocking when following a large semi-truck, but this wasn’t severe enough to cause any concern.
JEGS 90098 Rooftop Cargo Carrier | 18 cu. ft.: www.amazon.com...
CargoLoc 2-Piece 52" Aluminum Roof Top Cross Bar Set: www.amazon.com...
On a 2019 Subaru Outback with the OEM crossbars system I had to drill 2 holes at each connection point, so 8 holds in total, to get this to fit. I bought Gorilla waterproof tape to seal the holes I won't be using. I'm going to grab some thin seal to put on the front of the lid to help waterproof it from oncoming rain. Thanks for the video.
Great ideas💡
Mine is on 24/7 and completely water tight….also a note for the locks, a squirt of WD-40 and the keys will slide in basically by themselves,lol…it’s just because the cylinder needs lubrication that’s all, a simple fix….also there are dimples inside so you can drill it out to better position the box on the vehicle, don’t just settle for the stock holes….it’s a fantastic box at a killer price.
been considering this to be used once or twice a year for camping. Thanks.
I need one of these for my suv. But the Thule are so expensive. I’ll consider this one. Thanks.
This is a phenomenal video I an looking to purchase this exact one and your presentation sold me on it thank you very much!! Not sure if this is an affiliate link but I will use it in case it is thanks again!
Wow, thank you for such a kind comment! It isn’t an affiliate link, but maybe they should be paying me! I hope it works out well for you!
@@alexmichaud1243 absolutely Alex I bought it yesterday using your link make sure to sign up as an affiliate anyone else that does in the future you earn a commission so I hope you do that well deserved thank you again friend have a great rest of thr week
*thanks for the review looks nice, I think I’m going to get one. How long did it take to arrive*
Just Baught this jegs roof rack. Also got the Amazon cross bars for my camping trip this June.
Very helpful. I will put my contents in plastic bags. I will probably put some sort of plastic sealant to prevent leakage as well. I will only be using it for light items like sheets, towels, blankets, and toiletries.
Very nice simple explanation, thanks.
Hey Alex. Thanks for the video. I just purchased this and I am waiting for this to arrive. I also purchased the CargoLoc 2-Piece 52" Aluminum Roof Top Cross Bar Set - Fits Maximum 46” Span Across Existing Raised Side Rails with Gap - Features Keyed Locking Mechanism, Silver - So once both pieces arrive, I'll be mounting and then attaching the cargo box. We have a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, so I was glad to see yours in the video. Ready for our camping trip to central California Easter Weekend. Seems like you are pretty happy with the style, make, durability and cost. Would you agree? I'll keep you posted.
Thanks man,
Daniel G.
Hi Daniel! I'm very happy, thus far, with the purchase, yes. Did you end up using it this past weekend?
@@alexmichaud1243 Hey Alex. I did use the cargo box and roof racks.
All in all, I'm very happy with the performance. The whistling is annoying, but that does come with the territory as you cannot eliminate it 100%. Great usage and we enjoyed.
Thanks,
Daniel
Great review! Love the comment about operating the keys, lol! Did the cargo box bend, flex or depress where it was resting on the cross bars?
Thanks for the info. Putting this on an Ascent for a trip!
How did it work out? I'm looking for something to put on my Ascent for road trips. Also, did it fit your crossbars easily
@@willkels9196 yes, i just installed one on my Subaru ascent,nice and easy!
thanks for the review. Looking at this cargo box
Looking good!
Thank you. Very helpful!
Thank you for the review!
Is that really 18 cube? I was looking at a 10 but would rather di 18 was worried about fitting
Nice Trek! Got the Jegs cross bars for my Forester to haul a kayak. Wish me luck. They were a great deal at $40 +shipping they have arrived yet though.
D Subie Good luck!
@@alexmichaud1243 here it is incase you know anyone looking ua-cam.com/video/wIJzs7bDUjg/v-deo.html
very nice video. watched through the whole thing. I might buy one considering the price
For my Dodge Caravan I needed to drill holes in the rear due to bad fit. So far it works.
just add some adhesive gasket or foam to waterproof it and threadlocker on the threads to keep it from loosening
I can't seem to find another brand with these specific measurements. Do you know of any others that are about this size, either Thule or Yakima? Thanks
11/26/23: This unit is now $299.99. I wish I had bought one a few years ago.
Okay where's the guy that found it for $99? There's always that one lol. I'm actually liking this a lot for my PCS move back to Texas from Maryland.
Is your top lid a little flimsy when it's locked? I'm just worried that the top will come off when I'm driving
Thanks for the video. Hows it holding up so far?
Do your crossbars HAVE TO BE 24” apart or can you drill extra holes? My crossbars are 27” apart.
Damn prices went up big time
hows it holding up since then?
I just bought this. I'm worried though. Lots of people reviewing in Amazon have said the top flies off on the highway. I didn't look through the reviews until after I received it.
Yikes! I hope this doesn’t happen! I haven’t used mine since last summer but I’ll be putting it back on the roof for a long weekend camping trip.
Wow. I may drill a couple extra holes trough the closure points and use heavy duty zip ties. Glad you shared this comment.
@@socalrenegal9409 that is exactly what I did. It was really easy to do and the added security makes me feel more secure when I'm going down the highway at 75 mph.
Yeah those "u-bolts" look really small and kinda sketchy. I'm thinking about ordering this but I'm afraid of it flying off at high speeds
@@ryanm2084 the u bolts that attach the bottom half to the roof rack seem to hold up okay. The locks that hold the top half to the bottom half are kinda flimsy and seem to be the issue. Apparently, side winds can blow the top off. I drilled holes where the lip of both halves meet and use zip ties. I just keep a knife or pair of scissors handy.
I just bought this for my ‘19 Highlander. We plan on using it for our trip to gulf shores. You mentioned putting a seal around the inside. What kind of seal would y recommend??
Just curious, did you end up buying it? I have a Highlander too and just wanted to make sure others have found it favorable.
thanks
is it noisy under speed? Like does it whistle or hum with wind?
Hello! It isn't super loud, no. It is somewhat noticeable, but not louder than a set of winter tires. The cross bars by themselves are louder, honestly. There is a hollow "cavity" under the bars that make a kind of a whistle at anything about about 40 mph. However, I used a bit of duct tape to cover them up and that took care of the whistle.
@@alexmichaud1243 Thank you!
did the cross bars come with it?
Jeremy C unfortunately no. But I got these on Amazon here: www.amazon.com/CargoLoc-2-Piece-Aluminum-Roof-Cross/dp/B00GA2HKAU. These were less than $60 and have worked great! My only complaint has been that they whistle pretty loudly above 40 mph. A piece of duct tape solved that though.
I bought one and I'm replacing it, it's just too bulky and the air dynamics is not good on my gas mileage. I bought a slum modern looking Audi Box super nice on my vehicle now.
What in the heck are you trying to say Mister
Traveling Infantry Veteran? You 'bought a slum modern looking Audi Box'? Is this written in some secret army code? I just hope you were not traveling around teaching English. I support our 'oops'...😁
Go Vulf
How far apart should we set the cross rails?
I believe 24-inches (at least per the Amazon description). You can always set the rails up but leave them loose. Then place the box on top and slide the rails as needed. Of course, don't forget to tighten the rails afterwards!
What weather stripping did you end up using to create a better seal? I bought one of these cargo boxes myself because of the affordability and wanted to try out your solution.
I never got around to adding the weather stripping last year, unfortunately.