Updated: RAKET “Multi-Top” Roof Rack

[redone17]

I will hold out for this. As a soft top owner (and lover) I’d like to have the ability to use position 1 on a regular basis. Also be able to use the IAG cargo lift. I understand that I may lose those functions when it’s loaded up top - but, I like that you’re thinking modularity and when the rack isn’t in use - that it doesn’t render the soft top useless. Also, if you can incorporate more modern and sleek design as opposed to tube bars…

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[RAKET]

I will hold out for this. As a soft top owner (and lover) I’d like to have the ability to use position 1 on a regular basis. Also be able to use the IAG cargo lift. I understand that I may lose those functions when it’s loaded up top - but, I like that you’re thinking modularity and when the rack isn’t in use - that it doesn’t render the soft top useless. Also, if you can incorporate more modern and sleek design as opposed to tube bars…

Thanks and I’m excited to hear this. Designing this I’ve been trying to limit my preferences to keep everyone else in mind. Having use of the soft top (at all times) is a must. Tube bars will be limited to the basket (if anything). I’m not a fan of that design, but I’m a fan of the tensile strength. Functionality of the soft top is the absolute priority.

 

[Brad Fx]

@Merle the Bronco - Roof side rails only option that’s compatible with common crossbars, e.g., Thule and Yakima., AND the ability to remove 1st and 2nd row roof panels with the bar still on.

 

[RAKET]

@Merle the Bronco - Roof side rails only option that’s compatible with common crossbars, e.g., Thule and Yakima., AND the ability to remove 1st and 2nd row roof panels with the bar still on.

thanks for the input. Yes the goal is to offer different options for the roof rack. Compatibility is high on the list since individual use will differ. Yes the roof panels will be removable while the bars stay on.

 

[Guardian1fox2]

Man I need a roof rack for a soft top bad with two kids and beach trips and camp outs all summer; but can’t afford the Gobi option. I didn’t get to look through thread yet but does anyone know estimated cost on this is?

 

[Bronco-ocnorB]

Man I need a roof rack for a soft top bad with two kids and beach trips and camp outs all summer; but can’t afford the Gobi option. I didn’t get to look through thread yet but does anyone know estimated cost on this is?

I believe it was said to be around the $2k range, but it has not been finalized.

 

[RAKET]

Man I need a roof rack for a soft top bad with two kids and beach trips and camp outs all summer; but can’t afford the Gobi option. I didn’t get to look through thread yet but does anyone know estimated cost on this is?

I’m looking at multiple options to keep the cost down. That means meeting with several fabricators to check on pricing. I can tell you that our goal is to have competitive pricing for a lasting rack system. Stay tuned.

 

[Guardian1fox2]

I believe it was said to be around the $2k range, but it has not been finalized.

Man if that’s the case might as well save up for the gobi.

 

[Bronco-ocnorB]

Man if that’s the case might as well save up for the gobi.

Yeah, really hoping it comes in less than that. I am similar in looking for a rack option with the soft top and the two things this has over the Gobi is it is more streamlined and it has the removable feature. We shall see though...

 

[RAKET]

Man if that’s the case might as well save up for the gobi.

I don’t want to promise too low and find out that materials and shipping is crazy.

 

[JohnnyBronco]

For me a rack has to either be outboard of top or hinged with an open section so I can flip the roof half open and still use crossbars ( not basket as opening roof halfway means leaving basket behond) which also means the crossbars would have to be higher

 

[RAKET]

Yeah, really hoping it comes in less than that. I am similar in looking for a rack option with the soft top and the two things this has over the Gobi is it is more streamlined and it has the removable feature. We shall see though...

once we get numbers I’ll get pricing in place. Thanks.

 

[Erock]

@Merle the Bronco

Do you have drawings completed yet? I saw that you asked to speak to a fabricator earlier in the thread, but for what I don’t recall. I can look at some stuff for you, if you’d like.

 

[RAKET]

For me a rack has to either be outboard of top or hinged with an open section so I can flip the roof half open and still use crossbars ( not basket as opening roof halfway means leaving basket behond) which also means the crossbars would have to be higher

Yes the half position will definitely pose some design adjustments. That being said, the goal is to make a basket (and tower) removable in less than 5 minutes and give you the freedom of however you want the top.

 

[Guardian1fox2]

I don’t want to promise too low and find out that materials and shipping is crazy.

Totally understand! I’ll definitely keep my eyes open

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