A few VERY important disclaimers: the backbone is rated at 264lbs DYNAMIC, which means it will hold up to 264 while its moving. The Static is around 800lbs, when its stationary...perfect for an RTT. It all sounds nice and dandy but there's another rating that nobody talk about...Off Road Rating. That's the max amount of weight that the backbone can carry while on trail, as in not in a paved road. Get ready to cry. (Dynamic Rate / 1.5 ) - weight of rack = max total off-road load. yes, you've read it right...it's not very much. My setup, a JLU with a backbone and 2 vortex bars can hold up to 220lbs dynamic, but only 146lbs when off roading, and that's just for the bars. You have to do the same for the backbone, which for me is around 156lbs, since the bars are really lightweight. your pioneer platform, @ 44lbs, will come to (264/1.5) - 44 = 132lbs. So, if you drive the car loaded with more than 132lbs on your platform, on any unpaved road and the system fails, insurance won't cover the damages AND you'll be voiding any and all warranties. BE CAREFUL! *Please note that load capacity is limited by the lowest rated component of your roof rack system. Ratings are reduced by a factor of 1.5 for off road use, to compensate for higher forces acting on unsealed roads." taken from www.rhinoadventuregear.com/products/rhino-rack-vortex-bar-roof-rack-crossbar
I have taken my Rhino Rack Backbone system on my Jeep JLU on MANY overlanding trips with a RTT weighing 163lbs. We have taken it through Utah, Washington, Oregon. It has done just fine on all of these trips. Until the other day. Word of caution, check the SINGLE bolt that holds down the leg to the backbone system. The vibrations causes these to loosen up. Our front vortex bar ripped off of the car on the freeway. Luckily, it hit no one but we were unable to retrieve the bar. Fortunately, we did not have our tent mounted or anything up there.
You can actually hold more snowboards and skis with that type of rack! I have one that is only for two boards and I can fit 4, two upside down with the other two facing up.
Backbone rack is perfect for mounting a small fire extinguisher, and hanging light items such as soft shackles, power cords, etc... Have your windows tinted before installing backbone. Your installer can do it, but will thank you for your thoughtfulness. :)
attach a fire extinguisher to that metal at 10:04, also mount a nice highlift jack on the roof, and maybe like a net on the inside window attach it too the metal
In Australia the roof top tents I've seen have a bracket in each corner to hold them to the rack. My mate has made a setup with an electric winch to lift his tent up off the and store it in his shed. All he has to do is drive in lift drive out
Just another big bonus of having boards and ski rack is that if you ever had a roll over, you don't have blades in the cabin with you... Not a pretty site when that happens
The feet of a roof rack are the most critical component. You really need at least 4 per side to handle dynamic loads. Downward force is a minor issue when compared to the side forces generated when a vehicle sways from side to side on a trail or lousy road. Always add at least one extra set of feet regardless of the brand. Those forces need to be spread out.
the fact that i dont like that rack, makes me happy for you, it was exactly what you wanted, slim and discret, in the mean time im a mf that likes it the full length of the roof and it having a doble bar of some tipe so the things cant slide out of it (like a little wall, i know you understand me) it fits with the buld thats for shure
Have the same one, only thing i dont like is rack is to low, there is no space to put your hand trough. I instaled ikamper tent on it, and every time i want to remove it i need to detach rack and lift it.
been loving the offroad videos, fixing up my cateye silverado 4x4 for some trails and truck camping, Should do some commited crew trail & overnight camp trips haha
Gonna go ahead and say it. I've missed this Robbie! Love seeing you get fired up and I love the jeep. Not my thing but that's what's cool. Seeing someone else passionate about it just enjoying the journey. Keep it up homie! #StayCommitted
Please don't dis "Dad Jokes". As a 77-year-old Dad and Grandad and almost Great Grandad I can affirm the "Dad Jokes" are absolutely hilarious. I always crack myself up when I cut loose with a Dad Joke. I am not sure why everyone else is not always laughing. Other than that, great video and so well done.
Man im super jealous I absolutely love going to Algonquin and going camping riding atvs and stuff I could spend a week out there definitely gotta get more into camping this yaar to
Ya know Robbie imma be honest, I’ve never really been into jeeps, however I’m definitely excited to see how the camping setup progresses cause I’m gonna get my own one day. I’m also glad that you’ve found content you enjoy creating again and I’m here for it ❤️❤️
Sick roof rack bro! I would love to shred with you guys sometime, I go to a few resorts around Barrie quite often throughout the winter, would be wild running into you man.
I really enjoyed watching your videos😁, i got 2022 rubi 4xe and those roof rack is gonna be on my wish list. Btw, where do you get you background sound 👌duum doom du du du duum 🎶🔊
I have the same rack. WARNING, not all the accessories fit well. I have High Lifting Jack & Shovel Bracket Kit (43157), you have to mount the jack upside down (handle down) for it to fit, kinda (still hits the top). And watch the ski rack. I have the same one. Don't use it. It has popped open while locked sitting on the driveway. My old Yakama rack has never popped open. Good luck.
@@urtreehugginghippies been here since the purchase of jasmine. I'm not interested in Jeeps and roof rakes. Guess I'll be back when the cars come back if ever. Sad day 😔
@@jlaclarkkent7432 same, like I get it....but like it's what made the channel what it is, paid for all the shit that's going on now, it's just such an agressive pivot...so much for staying committed
Most platforms are pre-assembled. We sell these in Germany and have only had positive experience to date. I'm curious how your experiences will be with Rhino Rack.
A few VERY important disclaimers:
the backbone is rated at 264lbs DYNAMIC, which means it will hold up to 264 while its moving. The Static is around 800lbs, when its stationary...perfect for an RTT. It all sounds nice and dandy but there's another rating that nobody talk about...Off Road Rating. That's the max amount of weight that the backbone can carry while on trail, as in not in a paved road. Get ready to cry.
(Dynamic Rate / 1.5 ) - weight of rack = max total off-road load.
yes, you've read it right...it's not very much.
My setup, a JLU with a backbone and 2 vortex bars can hold up to 220lbs dynamic, but only 146lbs when off roading, and that's just for the bars. You have to do the same for the backbone, which for me is around 156lbs, since the bars are really lightweight.
your pioneer platform, @ 44lbs, will come to
(264/1.5) - 44 = 132lbs. So, if you drive the car loaded with more than 132lbs on your platform, on any unpaved road and the system fails, insurance won't cover the damages AND you'll be voiding any and all warranties.
BE CAREFUL!
*Please note that load capacity is limited by the lowest rated component of your roof rack system. Ratings are reduced by a factor of 1.5 for off road use, to compensate for higher forces acting on unsealed roads." taken from
www.rhinoadventuregear.com/products/rhino-rack-vortex-bar-roof-rack-crossbar
I have taken my Rhino Rack Backbone system on my Jeep JLU on MANY overlanding trips with a RTT weighing 163lbs. We have taken it through Utah, Washington, Oregon. It has done just fine on all of these trips.
Until the other day.
Word of caution, check the SINGLE bolt that holds down the leg to the backbone system. The vibrations causes these to loosen up. Our front vortex bar ripped off of the car on the freeway. Luckily, it hit no one but we were unable to retrieve the bar. Fortunately, we did not have our tent mounted or anything up there.
Not gonna lie. "The Rhino in the room" is way better than "The Elephant in the room".
hahaha
You can actually hold more snowboards and skis with that type of rack! I have one that is only for two boards and I can fit 4, two upside down with the other two facing up.
You can attach magnets on to some fabric and you got a privacy shade, plus you can attach many other stuff using magnets that way on the inside
Hey Robbie, could you do a vid of how much mpgs you’re getting now after the install?
Bruh whatever happened to Jenny, the Z, the s10 or either of the civics?
Robby you can probably use those holes on the inside to hold some cargo panel to bolt stuff on like a hi lift or just camping stuff
Backbone rack is perfect for mounting a small fire extinguisher, and hanging light items such as soft shackles, power cords, etc... Have your windows tinted before installing backbone. Your installer can do it, but will thank you for your thoughtfulness. :)
attach a fire extinguisher to that metal at 10:04, also mount a nice highlift jack on the roof, and maybe like a net on the inside window attach it too the metal
In Australia the roof top tents I've seen have a bracket in each corner to hold them to the rack. My mate has made a setup with an electric winch to lift his tent up off the and store it in his shed. All he has to do is drive in lift drive out
Just another big bonus of having boards and ski rack is that if you ever had a roll over, you don't have blades in the cabin with you... Not a pretty site when that happens
The feet of a roof rack are the most critical component. You really need at least 4 per side to handle dynamic loads. Downward force is a minor issue when compared to the side forces generated when a vehicle sways from side to side on a trail or lousy road. Always add at least one extra set of feet regardless of the brand. Those forces need to be spread out.
10:04 you could put up a kind of nascar window net to put a first aid kit on, or mount things to it.
You should plasti-dip the wheels while you wait for new ones. I think they would look good black or gun metal.
the fact that i dont like that rack, makes me happy for you, it was exactly what you wanted, slim and discret, in the mean time im a mf that likes it the full length of the roof and it having a doble bar of some tipe so the things cant slide out of it (like a little wall, i know you understand me) it fits with the buld thats for shure
I feel like with a roof rack you’re gonna need side steps eventually to help mounting stuff up there
Hey Robbie, is the hot wheels wall coming soon? Stoked to see it one day 🤘🏼
Jeep stuff is cool and all, but you've done only it for 12 videos straight...
Losing interest tbh.
If the brackets are steel u can use magnets to put on curtains on the rear quarter window while camping
Bought a BRZ after watching some of your diy videos and now kinda want a Jeep…..😅
I hope the next video has some sick GoPro footage of the snowboarding you claim, loving the Jeep...
Super clean so far loving the build!
Man, Rhino Backbone System significantly improved. The installation is now way simpler. I have the first-gen version on my 2013 JKUR.
Can you go back to making frs type builds
Have the same one, only thing i dont like is rack is to low, there is no space to put your hand trough. I instaled ikamper tent on it, and every time i want to remove it i need to detach rack and lift it.
I'm loving the new videos.
Nausea ensued after seeing that drill bit slide through your hard top
What ever happens to the new wheels?
He’s waiting for tires. Im pretty sure he said they’ll be arrived next week on his instagram story
been loving the offroad videos, fixing up my cateye silverado 4x4 for some trails and truck camping, Should do some commited crew trail & overnight camp trips haha
I wonder if you could of used the seascuker mounts to mount this instead of drilling. This is still a bad ass setup
You should do some 3D printed things in the holes of the interior brace
Looks great!
When are the new rims going on?
Nice video! Hey I absolutly love your garage floor, you should do a video on how you did that!
Gonna go ahead and say it. I've missed this Robbie! Love seeing you get fired up and I love the jeep. Not my thing but that's what's cool. Seeing someone else passionate about it just enjoying the journey. Keep it up homie! #StayCommitted
Please don't dis "Dad Jokes". As a 77-year-old Dad and Grandad and almost Great Grandad I can affirm the "Dad Jokes" are absolutely hilarious. I always crack myself up when I cut loose with a Dad Joke. I am not sure why everyone else is not always laughing. Other than that, great video and so well done.
Got an idea make like curtains that you can hang off the holes
Looking at getting this rack myself, but damn at $2000.00 they are very proud of their rack. ;-)
Robbiiiiee u made me finally build my tacoma 🙈🙈🙈
When I hear "literal elephant in the room" I'm literally looking for an elephant in the room. But I'm just weird like that.
Loving the keep videos
Really expecting to see the Jeep with the new wheels, greetings from Mexico
Hopefully soon!!
Great video, I was wondering if you could still takeoff the freedom panel.
Man im super jealous I absolutely love going to Algonquin and going camping riding atvs and stuff I could spend a week out there definitely gotta get more into camping this yaar to
Ya know Robbie imma be honest, I’ve never really been into jeeps, however I’m definitely excited to see how the camping setup progresses cause I’m gonna get my own one day. I’m also glad that you’ve found content you enjoy creating again and I’m here for it ❤️❤️
Sick roof rack bro! I would love to shred with you guys sometime, I go to a few resorts around Barrie quite often throughout the winter, would be wild running into you man.
"...for any vehicle" me looking at that brz and fearing seeing one on it one day
Do you know how much the rack increased the height of the JL in the center of the roof?
How is your Jeep with the gaz prices (I know you don’t have to take it to work every day because you work in your backyard but still) ???
You should look up metalcloak. We make nothing but off-road jeep stuff. Im a welder there😁🤷🏿♂️
Are we going to see the jeep at driven this year
Honestly I haven’t considered it… but maybe🤔
How tall does it sit off the roof? I got bigger tires and now need a shorter roof rack to fit in my garage
Is it possible to take the top off after installing this roofrack? Thanks
Does it fit in your garage with the ski rack on?
What ever happened to the red wheels ??
Hey Robbie did you buy that hard top of Pablo Escobar? Hella white 🤣 great video as always
I really enjoyed watching your videos😁, i got 2022 rubi 4xe and those roof rack is gonna be on my wish list. Btw, where do you get you background sound 👌duum doom du du du duum 🎶🔊
Can you help me? I need some hard top bolts (extended) so I can secure with rhino rack and rear cargo tray. Help!
Honey we need a jeep.
Ladder would be awesome
Yuhhh
do you happen to know the rhino rack part number of the cross bar ?
Ohhh shiii. I’m getting the same one too
Will this hold a roof top tent.
I have no need for a jeep but damn i want one to do this kind of thing
Can't wait to see the new wheels you got on the jeep!
8:10 *when your trying to ratchet fast but then it keeps falling off*
I have the same rack. WARNING, not all the accessories fit well. I have High Lifting Jack & Shovel Bracket Kit (43157), you have to mount the jack upside down (handle down) for it to fit, kinda (still hits the top). And watch the ski rack. I have the same one. Don't use it. It has popped open while locked sitting on the driveway. My old Yakama rack has never popped open. Good luck.
When ya workin on the s10 again
Robbie, I don’t even like Jeep’s. Would never own one. But somehow you get me to watch every video on yours
Any way to slow down the jerky camera movement?
I love your style of editing rob !
Jeeps blow, should have kept the chevy
@87Supra4runner
Your moms blew me and your pops drives a Chevy? Go figure. Lmfao
Loving the jeep content. Keep up the good work boss !!!
Bro that SWEATER….. fknn 🔥🔥.
Bro, can we get that with a lil committed crew logo on the left chest! Would love to rep your gear at work! I need that!
What happened to the red wheels?
Hopefully this week🤞🏼
Bro I work for Rhino Rack I might of shipped that out too you. See if one of the shipping labels say Kenny on there.
I'm back again back for another great video!
yo Robbie what appen whit your hot wheels wall
You coming to driven Calgary again Robby?
Sad. They don't make it for my jeep. Pretty dope tho
I have that exact snowboard haha!
Any rust?
Where abbots in Ontario r u from kitchener here and love our Jeep sierra 2 door
Legit makes the wheels look smaller
Tj hunt 2.0?
Could you do a video on how to use the 4x4 with a manual transmission? Please!
🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤💯💯💯
36 sec ago lets goooo❤
but an axe holder on the bottom of your fold down table
Now rubi fenders and 37’s
7thhhhh!
I wish Rhino rack built this without drilling holes. Yeah I know this old video.
When are we getting back to cars?
Posted on his insta a little bit back - short answer probably never, can anyone recommend some other channels
@@urtreehugginghippies sad to hear, Devin Niemela is great, does everything is house like Robbie
@@BTACE1347 thanks bro!
@@urtreehugginghippies been here since the purchase of jasmine. I'm not interested in Jeeps and roof rakes. Guess I'll be back when the cars come back if ever. Sad day 😔
@@jlaclarkkent7432 same, like I get it....but like it's what made the channel what it is, paid for all the shit that's going on now, it's just such an agressive pivot...so much for staying committed
Lol I have the same board, K2 Raygun 21/22
Fuck yeah❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Most platforms are pre-assembled. We sell these in Germany and have only had positive experience to date. I'm curious how your experiences will be with Rhino Rack.
part numbers would be nice
So heavier and supports much less than Front Runner and ARB and costs as much.
I called them today and they told me rhino rack with backbone been discontinued 🤔 surely this guy was high huh