Interior cargo rack

[Shrek27]

DIY route.

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...o-cutting-required.31471/page-11#post-2056150

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[MaximuNashville]

This from HookeRoad;

I really like this one, thanks for posting. I understand the concerns other may have but this looks perfect for me. Did you consider the other one they make? Having trouble understanding why they would make two when this one seems to check all the right boxes. unless it was just an early version they still have around.

 

[bronco_billy]

Thanks for the pic. What do you have under it? Another shelf with a slide out under it?

https://shop.diabolicalinc.com/products/bronco-slide-floor

@Diabolical Inc

Here is the link to the drawer. My setup includes the top as well. I couldn’t be happier with the the drawer and the top. Top quality top notch. Great company to do business with. Alan is the man! It also looks like they’re running some black Friday deals right now on the website.

Cheers!

 

[bronco_billy]

I really like this one, thanks for posting. I understand the concerns other may have but this looks perfect for me. Did you consider the other one they make? Having trouble understanding why they would make two when this one seems to check all the right boxes. unless it was just an early version they still have around.

The other tray they offer actually sits on top of the lip where the top attaches to the rail. I have some issues with my hardtop and will be turning a warranty claim in soon. I didn’t want to put anything on top of that lip that might void the warranty. also, I believe that basket is a little deeper than the one that I purchased that attaches to the cage.

Cheers!

 

[3wheelkhalil]

I like Mountains to Metal. It hinges up for more access.
https://mountains2metal.com/rear-cargo-tray-for-4-door-bronco/

Had the M2M one installed for a while, and wasn't all that impressed. It sat a bit low for my needs. The design is definitely innovative, but when you need to move anything large it is still in the way. It'd be nice to see a shelf that can be quickly removed when needed. It also rattled a little bit over bumps due to the latch design. I've heard some good things about the Havoc rack though.

 

[Area51BS]

Had the M2M one installed for a while, and wasn't all that impressed. It sat a bit low for my needs. The design is definitely innovative, but when you need to move anything large it is still in the way. It'd be nice to see a shelf that can be quickly removed when needed. It also rattled a little bit over bumps due to the latch design. I've heard some good things about the Havoc rack though.

I would think they are all an issue in someway or at one particular time. Just depends on your needs. Took a train and a semi to deliver the Bronco. There will always be cargo that doesn’t fit. Thanks for the tip on M2M rattle. I don’t care for rattles.

 

[SubmarineNuke]

This is a write up thread I did when I installed my GoatFab tray. Best on the market IMO and it's American made with American steel. Support American labor!

https://bronco6g.com/forum/threads/...o-tray-for-4-door-pics-and-notes-below.67842/

 

[CM81]

I have then from JCR and like it. They have a higher and lower one. The one pictured is the lower one that I have

 

[TEAMSLO]

I would just say be careful on the choice of racks depending on your usage for it, really think it through. I first got a cheaper rack and it squeeked when going off road. Some will be easier to bolt things down while others may not be as optimal, especially if you off road and dont want things shaking around.

Straps, seems most if not all are fine with strapping items down, but having to drill in a specific pattern for bolts may or may not work depending on dimensions and areas that are already cut out from the shelf. Of course, some companies may have mounts and such for accessories like AAL. As other mentioned, depending on how the shelf mounts, it may be more difficult to remove the top if that's your thing.

For me, the AAL rack is pricey but well worth if with the quality and adjustability, no squeeks (installed this on a friends bronco). I haven't made the choice yet for my bronco quite yet. Have a different brand not available for the jeep as it was perfect height, predrilled on the side for my onboard air. Also allowed me to bolt a packout mount which is also quiet while wheeling.

Below is what I use a shelf for on the jeep:

Packout with 4 hose coil setup is a perfect fit.

Have my King Shock screw jack mounted as well.

Predrilled on the side for my ARB

On the bronco, I will probably do something like AAL so I can adjust it down, this way I can mount my Milwaukee cooler to the shelf and others times just mount the regular packout.

 

[IwannaGOfast]

American Adventure Labs is having a sale on their shelf right now for 15% off, bringing it down to a pretty good deal. I am pretty sure I am going to jump on this.

I am also considering in the future rotating the AAL shelf 180* and building a mounting bracket similar to the Goat Fab so that I can reuse the nutserts on the back of the roll cage for other purposes.

 

[Kmautah]

Yes this one is for the hardtop, however in order to remove the hardtop you will need to uninstall this shelf. That is why I am looking for an option that mounts off of the roll cage, like the 4 above that I linked.

@IwannaGOfast do you know if it would it be possible to mount this shelf underneath the hard top? (I have yet to take off my hard top, not sure how long those bolts are). If so, you could take the top on and off w/o needing to remove the shelf (but conversely would need to remove the hard top if you wanted to remove the shelf). I like the price of the Hooke Road option, but don't love the brackets that attach to the roll cage bars. Like you, I would want an option that doesn't require removal of the shelf every time I want to take the top off.

 

[Kmautah]

I have been looking at a bunch of these options as I am about to pull the trigger on one myself.

The Havoc one you posted seems to sit very high, blocking most of the view out the back window (even when empty). It also mounts to the top of the inside of the hardtop, so it needs to be removed to in order to remove the hardtop.

The M2M one is a cool idea, but since it folds up it is limited in how big it can be and IMO it’s just too small for my needs.

I want one that doesn’t need to be removed in order to remove the hardtop. That narrows down the list of options, but I feel like each has pros/cons.

American Adventure Labs is adjustable in height (highest amount of adjustability), large cargo size, looks very nice, removable side rails, has accessories made specifically for it, and made from aluminum. However the mounting brackets seem bulky and cover the nutserts on the roll bar, it’s expensive, the additional accessories are expensive and add up as well.

https://americanadventurelab.com/product/ford-bronco-mass-adjustable-height-cargo-shelf/

Goat Fab is adjustable in height, mounting brackets are sleek. However the sides are way to tall, its narrower than others (I think the height of sides plays a factor in this), it’s expensive and the basket only comes in steel.

https://goatfabrication.com/collections/4-door-bronco/products/goat-bronco-4-door-rear-cargo-basket

Rock Hard 4x4 has a nice large cargo size (widest), comes in aluminum or steel, mounting brackets are sleek, does not block rearview when empty and cheaper than first two options (aluminum $400, steel $350). However its main downfall is it has no adjustability.

https://www.rockhard4x4.com/product_p/rh-60940.htm

Hooke Road is the cheapest option ($230) and has the deepest platform. However it has no adjustability, the brackets are extremely bulky

https://www.hookeroad.com/collectio...d-bronco-interior-cargo-basket-storage-b8917s

Ultimately I like the AAL basket the most, the brackets from Goat Fab, and the price from Rock Hard. At this point I am considering getting the Rock Hard and fabricating my own adjustable brackets, unless I am very happy with the height it comes at. Sorry if none of this applies to your needs, but I figured it would give me a reason to write down the pros/cons and hopefully make a decision as I need it for a trip planned mid January.

Thanks @IwannaGOfast for this write-up, super helpful. Looks like Goat is no longer making this product. I like the Rock Hard option best - it's lighter aluminum, and has a clean bracket connection. What did you end up doing?

 

[TEAMSLO]

@IwannaGOfast do you know if it would it be possible to mount this shelf underneath the hard top? (I have yet to take off my hard top, not sure how long those bolts are). If so, you could take the top on and off w/o needing to remove the shelf (but conversely would need to remove the hard top if you wanted to remove the shelf). I like the price of the Hooke Road option, but don't love the brackets that attach to the roll cage bars. Like you, I would want an option that doesn't require removal of the shelf every time I want to take the top off.

For the type of shelves that mount to where the hardtop secures to..... I think you will find that the top may have a seal issue if you mount the shelf underneath the hard top? Maybe the work around is to put a weather stripping or something there but might turn into an eye sore? Even the rear glass may not have such a snug seal to the tailgate then?

I looked into this a bit on my other rig and just decided to keep the top on. And if I ever get the urge to remove it, Ill just undo the shelf as well.

 

[Kmautah]

For the type of shelves that mount to where the hardtop secures to..... I think you will find that the top may have a seal issue? Maybe the work around is to put a weather stripping or something there but might turn into an eye sore? Even the rear glass may not have such a snug seal to the tailgate then?

I looked into this a bit on my other rig and just decided to keep the top on. And if I ever get the urge to remove it, Ill just undo the shelf as well.

yeah, I think you're right. I was hoping it could all be cranked down tight to maintain the seal, but I think it would leave a gap. Sounds like the best option (if you want to add/remove the hard top often is the cargo rack that mounts to the roll bar beams.

 

[murphtron]

I have been looking at a bunch of these options as I am about to pull the trigger on one myself.

The Havoc one you posted seems to sit very high, blocking most of the view out the back window (even when empty). It also mounts to the top of the inside of the hardtop, so it needs to be removed to in order to remove the hardtop.

The M2M one is a cool idea, but since it folds up it is limited in how big it can be and IMO it’s just too small for my needs.

I want one that doesn’t need to be removed in order to remove the hardtop. That narrows down the list of options, but I feel like each has pros/cons.

American Adventure Labs is adjustable in height (highest amount of adjustability), large cargo size, looks very nice, removable side rails, has accessories made specifically for it, and made from aluminum. However the mounting brackets seem bulky and cover the nutserts on the roll bar, it’s expensive, the additional accessories are expensive and add up as well.

https://americanadventurelab.com/product/ford-bronco-mass-adjustable-height-cargo-shelf/

Goat Fab is adjustable in height, mounting brackets are sleek. However the sides are way to tall, its narrower than others (I think the height of sides plays a factor in this), it’s expensive and the basket only comes in steel.

https://goatfabrication.com/collections/4-door-bronco/products/goat-bronco-4-door-rear-cargo-basket

Rock Hard 4x4 has a nice large cargo size (widest), comes in aluminum or steel, mounting brackets are sleek, does not block rearview when empty and cheaper than first two options (aluminum $400, steel $350). However its main downfall is it has no adjustability.

https://www.rockhard4x4.com/product_p/rh-60940.htm

Hooke Road is the cheapest option ($230) and has the deepest platform. However it has no adjustability, the brackets are extremely bulky

https://www.hookeroad.com/collectio...d-bronco-interior-cargo-basket-storage-b8917s

Ultimately I like the AAL basket the most, the brackets from Goat Fab, and the price from Rock Hard. At this point I am considering getting the Rock Hard and fabricating my own adjustable brackets, unless I am very happy with the height it comes at. Sorry if none of this applies to your needs, but I figured it would give me a reason to write down the pros/cons and hopefully make a decision as I need it for a trip planned mid January.

The adjustability of the AAL brackets is nice. But it’s unfortunate they block the nursery’s on the top. Can’t mount a fire extinguisher. But maybe that’s a small sacrifice.

The Rock Hard shelf is nice but not adjustable. Although the height seems decent. Woulda been nice if they made it slightly less wide and had a mounting plate attached to the shelf with a couple rows of mounting holes to attach to their existing bracket.

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