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The Backbone adds support to your factory hard top so you can carry more gear on your roof rack. Provides mounting points for a Pioneer Platform or up to 3 Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero or Heavy-Duty crossbars.
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Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars (14 Customer Reviews)
The Backbone adds support to your factory hard top so you can carry more gear on your roof rack. Provides mounting points for a Pioneer Platform or up to 3 Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero or Heavy-Duty crossbars.
It’s a good product. The only install issue I ran into is the drill bit I used (dewalt) for the front two holes on the hard top wasn’t long enough to work with the included drill stop and I ended up scratching the paint on the roll bars. I installed mine over the top of a carpet headliner with dynamat underneath. I did a “soft install” of the roof rack (used regular nuts instead of nylock, low torque, and no sealant), removed it, then put in the mat and headliner, then finished the roof rack install. Multiple cross country trips with my pioneer platform and no issues with excessive noise and no water leaks.
I have used the Rhino Rack backbone system on a previous Jeep and it worked well. Installation instructions were clear. Definitely recommend.
Also a word about etrailer. I have ordered a few times from etrailer. These folks have great prices and have really fast shipping. They are quick to respond to questions and have great follow up after the sale (5 star).
Platform racks are the best in the market I think. I'm removing my Platform rack from my 2007 Jeep Sahara JKU and installing it to my 2021 Rubicon JLU. That shows my love and devotion for this very durable and such a beauty to look at system. Had this rack on close to 5 years and still looks amazing. I'm not installing this rack anytime soon. Just wanted to make sure I have the Backbone system for my new JLU when the time comes. Pic of my red JKU with rack attached. Hopefully I can update with my black JLU pics later.
Backbone installed- waiting for feet to attach crossbars
Great prices on great products!
Great product... I think the best roof rack option for a Jeep Wrangler.
It took me about three hours to install, by myself. Not a hard install. Just follow the instructions and, the etrailer installation video was very helpful also.
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