Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 71" Long - Qty 3
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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 71" Long - Qty 3
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Rhino Rack Roof Rack - RRVA180S-3
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 3 Bars
- 71 Inch Bar Space
- Rhino Rack
- Silver
- Overhang
Aerodynamic, aluminum crossbars let you build an aftermarket roof rack for your vehicle. Full-length bars provide plenty of space for carriers and accessories. Vortex strips in C-channels reduce wind noise. Theft-deterring plastic locks included.
Features:
- Sleek, low-profile crossbars let you build an aftermarket roof rack for your vehicle
- Rhino-Rack legs and custom fit kits (sold separately) create a complete roof rack
- Slim, elliptical crossbar shape helps to create an extremely aerodynamic system
- Full-length bars extend past roof rack legs to maximize space for carriers and accessories
- Top channels let you add channel-mounted carriers and accessories
- Clamp-on accessories mount conveniently around bars
- Rubberized Vortex strips in top channels dramatically reduce drag and wind noise
- Keep dirt and grime out of crossbars
- Provide cushioning and slip resistance for your cargo
- Bottom channels allow easy installation to Rhino-Rack roof rack legs
- Rulers in channels help to center crossbars on your roof
- Lightweight, structural-grade anodized aluminum bars are rustproof
- Internal H-shaped extrusion provides exceptional bar strength
- Plastic lock cores with universal keys deter theft of channel-mounted accessories
- Can be upgraded to all-metal locks (RRVA-LEC2 - sold separately) for added security
- Matte silver finish
Specs:
- Quantity: 3 crossbars
- Weight capacity: 165 lbs
- Always observe your vehicle's maximum roof load capacity
- Dimensions: 71" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1-3/16" tall
- T-slot dimensions: 13/16" wide x 1/4" tall
- T-slot top opening: 3/8"
- Underbar slot: 11-3/4"
- Limited lifetime warranty
These low-profile, aerodynamic Vortex Aero crossbars let you build a stylish aftermarket roof rack from scratch. The crossbars require 6 Rhino-Rack legs (manufactured in 2014 or later) and a custom fit kit to mount it to your roof. Each bar extends past the roof rack legs to maximize the space for mounting carriers and accessories. Rubberized Vortex strips in each crossbar's top channel disrupt airflow for a quiet ride, and the bars are constructed of aluminum so they won't rust. The crossbars also include Secure Core endcaps with plastic locks to help deter theft of channel-mounted accessories.
Aerodynamic Design
The rubberized Vortex strips in the top channel of each crossbar disrupt airflow with evenly spaced, wave-shaped grooves. This carefully controlled turbulence minimizes wind noise and whistling, so you won't need to add a fairing to your roof rack. And the slim, elliptical Vortex Aero crossbars cut through the air with minimal drag - even at highway speeds.
Strong, Durable Construction
The Vortex Aero crossbars are made of structural-grade anodized aluminum with H-shaped internal extrusions. These extrusions strengthen the bars without adding a significant amount of weight. And the aluminum bars won't rust so you can leave them on your roof year-round.
No-Hassle Installation
Each crossbar has a channel in the bottom for mounting to Rhino-Rack roof rack legs (sold separately). Each end of the channel includes a rubber ruler to help you center the bar on your roof. Simply use the numbers and hash marks on the rulers to ensure the legs are spaced properly in the channel.
Channel-Mounted and Clamp-On Accessories
Each Vortex Aero crossbar has a built-in C-channel so you can carry channel-mounted accessories such as bike racks, watersport carriers, and ski racks. The Vortex strips in the top channels come in 3 pieces, so they're easier to adjust than a single long, continuous strip. You can remove, trim, and re-insert the Vortex strips around the mounting hardware of your accessories to keep the crossbar channels capped and quiet. Replacement strips (sold separately) are also available if you remove your accessories or switch to clamp-on accessories.
You can also attach most clamp-on accessories to the bars, and the Vortex strips provide shock-absorbing, no-slip cushions for any accessories that rest on them.
Built-In Security
Each crossbar includes 2 Secure Core locking endcaps made of durable polypropylene. These endcaps lock with a universal tubular key. The polypropylene locks secure the endcaps to the crossbars and help to secure channel-mounted accessories to the crossbars. For maximum security, you can upgrade to endcaps with all-metal lock cores (RRVA-LEC2 - sold separately).
VA180S Rhino Rack Vortex Aero Aluminum Cross Bars - Silver - 71" Long - Qty 3
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2020 - 2020 TrailManor 2518 Camper KB
- 2020 - 2020 TrailManor 2518 Camper KD
- 2020 - 2020 TrailManor 2518 Camper KS
- 2021 - 2021 TrailManor 2720 Camper QB
- 2021 - 2021 TrailManor 2720 Camper QD
- 2021 - 2021 TrailManor 2720 Camper QS
- 2019 - 2020 TrailManor 2922 Camper KB
- 2019 - 2020 TrailManor 2922 Camper KD
- 2019 - 2020 TrailManor 2922 Camper KS
- 2019 - 2020 TrailManor 3124 Camper KB
- 2019 - 2020 TrailManor 3124 Camper KD
- 2019 - 2020 TrailManor 3124 Camper KS
- 2020 - 2020 Aliner 35th Anniversary Camper Base
- 2010 - 2011 Coleman Americana Camper Bayside
- 2009 - 2009 Coleman Americana Camper Cheyenne
- 2009 - 2009 Coleman Americana Camper Santa Fe
- 2009 - 2009 Coleman Americana Camper Sun Valley
- 2010 - 2011 Coleman Americana Camper Utah
- 2008 - 2008 Fleetwood Americana Camper Bayside
- 2008 - 2008 Fleetwood Americana Camper Cheyenne
- 2008 - 2008 Fleetwood Americana Camper Santa Fe
- 2008 - 2008 Fleetwood Americana Camper Sun Valley
- 2008 - 2008 Fleetwood Americana Camper Utah
- 2008 - 2008 Fleetwood Americana Camper Williamsburg
- 2009 - 2009 Coleman Americana LE Camper Bayside
- 2010 - 2011 Coleman Americana LE Camper Cheyenne
- 2009 - 2009 Coleman Americana LE Camper Mesa
- 2010 - 2011 Coleman Americana LE Camper Santa Fe
- 2010 - 2011 Coleman Americana LE Camper Sun Valley
- 2009 - 2009 Coleman Americana LE Camper Utah See All Vehicle Fits
Customer Reviews
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 71" Long - Qty 3 - RRVA180S-3
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (3270 Customer Reviews)
Aerodynamic, aluminum crossbars let you build an aftermarket roof rack for your vehicle. Full-length bars provide plenty of space for carriers and accessories. Vortex strips in C-channels reduce wind noise. Theft-deterring plastic locks included.by: Vlad U08/03/2018
2017 Nissan Titan
Awesome crossbars and etrailer has everything you need to set up any of your rides at a great price and fast shipping.
by: Gary 07/16/2022
2016 Ram 2500
I ordered the three bar set for my Chevy 2500 crew cab. Two of the bars are attached to the top of the truck cap for shorter boats and one is attached to the roof of the truck when I transport our 16 ft canoes. Everything arrived quickly and the installation was shorter than expected.
by: Matthew 08/09/2023
by: Brian 08/11/2021
by: Stephen08/14/2022
Great addition to the bed track of my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz! I got these for my rhino rack rod holder since they made such noise on the oem roof rack. So happy I went with rhino rack. You can't beat the price and the quality is as good if not better than Thule or Yakima. Highly reccomend.
by: Mindy06/28/2022
Indeed they were the wrong parts in the box marked demo on them.
The new parts came and I was able to
Put it on my car with no problem!!
Thank you for listening to me and helping me problem solve. It looks great on my car and I'm ready to load the kayaks now!!
Kalie is a gal that sent me some return labels so I'm going to put that on the box and send it back to you guys!
by: David07/04/2023
I wanted to share the items I used to be able to haul two Wilderness Systems Tsunami 145 kayaks on my 2006 Scion xB. This may help others who struggle with deciding what to use. I am pleased with my purchase and hope this helps. I originally thought I wanted the Thule Hull-A-Port Aero, but they discontinued making the fit kit for their roof rack systems and I ended up going with the Kuats. I am glad that they didn’t make the fit kit for approximately $[XX] and so they missed out on the rest of my business. Here are the items I used for anyone interested – pictures included. Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof #DK138, Kuat Class 4 V2 Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - 1 Kayak - Black #KU53VR and these are really cool, Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4 #RRRLKVA, Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 54" Long - Qty 2 #RRVA137-B2. The 54” crossbars fit really well and the perfect length in my opinion and it doesn’t stick out like the longer ones would. Also purchased two sets of these Malone QuickLash T-Style Hood Loops for Bow and Stern Tie-Downs - Qty 2 #MPG308.
by: Mike01/27/2024
I shopped online retailers namely Amazon and EBAY looking for the cross bar setup I would need for my 2012 Toyota Camry LE. My Camry has a naked roof. The whole experience was confusing. None of the needed components were combined together. I found each component listed separately but nothing to indicate they were the correct components for my car. Then ETRAILER.COM popped up in my search. I simply entered my car’s year, make, and model, and answered the question about the car roof (being naked with no factory installed cargo bars) and suddenly I had a list of the available cross bars for my vehicle with all the necessary components to install them. One or two clicks put the whole thing in my cart for purchase. ETRAILER .COM is your one stop shop. As a side note I purchased Yakima ski racks on sale to install on these cross bars. Another customer asked if these ski racks would fit his car and I explained yes they will with the appropriate cross bars. I sent him to “ETRAILER.COM” so he could get the correct setup. Pictures forthcoming.
by: Richard06/12/2022
2020 Ford Edge with Vista Roof. Product arrived ahead of predicted delivery date. Very easy to assemble and directions were very easy to follow. Product is very high quality. I found 150mm front and 140mm rear to be the correct dimensions (I read a feedback that said they were not correct). No problems with Vista Roof, legs sit on the metal roof part not the glass. Overall very pleased with my purchase.
by: E. Stone06/11/2023
The selection process that etrailer uses is top-notch. This really helped narrow down the choices for my 2019 RAM Quad cab. I bought this all kitted together. The assembly process is very straightforward and well-documented. I would highly recommend etrailer as a source for vehicle accessories. I have Yakima bike racks on our Subaru and this is as good if not better.
by: Josh04/08/2024
This is the second vehicle now that I've put the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar roof rack kit on. The instructions aren't too hard to follow with basic assembly knowledge and etrailer has a video tutorial for installation instruction which helped also. I didn't realize the allen wrench they provided also doubles as the security bolt bit you'll need when installing the brackets into the tracks so I just picked one up at the local hardware store. It's a great value for this product and I never had issues with my last kit and don't anticipate any with this one.
by: Michael 11/14/2022
Look great, and function great. Just make sure you find all the parts packaged inside the rails themselves after you open the box!
by: James03/17/2023
While these seem very popular and generally well reviewed ( the reason I tried them) I cant see why, generally cheaply made molded parts with a just adequate fit. Most shocking were the pins that hold the towers and bars down to the base being plastic. Im sure Ill find some use for them but it wont be with my carbon fiber canoe on top, I just dont have the confidence in the connection. While they may be aerodynamic they are definitely not quiet on my installation. The locks can easily be defeated with a screwdriver. At this price I would look at other brands that might have a more positive and secure fit from bar to base. The service from etrailer was its usually quick and correct shipment and delivery though!
by: Tyrone Guy04/26/2024
Great strength and look. I love em. About to put on the kayak racks and get some fishing going.
by: Kyle03/01/2024
Nice rack. Has performed as advertised… I carry canoes and kayaks around in the warmer months, snowboards in the winter, and cargo boxes at various times all year long.
by: Steven B01/09/2024
2017 F150 Camper Shell. Nice system and install is pretty simple once you gather your measurements, Luckily, I have a friend with an identical truck, so it didn’t take me very long. I used blue painters take to layout the tracks and drilled my holes. System is nice but does whistle at 70 mph.
UPS destroyed the first rack system that came but etrailer sent a second one very fast. Zero complaints
by: David08/22/2021
Very nice rack package. Everything was complete, and install was easy 4/10. I had used another review for the hole spacing, as it was easier. Holes at each end 5/8 in then at 9, 18, 27, 36, 45, 54, for a total of 8 on each rail. I bought the heavy duty set, that’s why there’s 8. The standard has only 6/rail. I marked a centerline on the cap, and put the rails at 36” on center. I used painters tape to be sure they were straight. I also measured , and laid out the holes on the cap and drilled a SINGLE HOLE at the 36” mark. Then verified that the end holes would hit the reinforced portion of my ARE cap. Once that was verified, I drilled the rest of the holes. Because of the camber of the cap, a second person is helpful (holding the rail tight to the cap) when tightening up the nuts from inside the cap. After that, the rest was easy. Just center the rail mounts and lock them in. I would definitely recommend this rack set up, Especially since it was half of what my local Yakima dealer quoted me.
This was installed on a 2016 Silverado, 2500.
Tools used- Tape measure, grease pencil, painters tape, 1/4” drill bit and Cordless drill.
by: Nicole12/19/2023
The Rhino Racks Vortex Aero are solid. My first drive with them was to Brighton Utah from Riverside California. They were not only secure throughout the drive and hard winds, they were also reasonably quiet. On top I attached a Thule Force L 628 roof box and it fits perfectly. The only complaints I have are how difficult it was to install the racks to my fixed points. It took several friends, a mechanic, and two days to get everything right.
by: Skip07/10/2023
Product fits the Thule rails on the Leer camper shell on my 2019 Tacoma. Had to remove the back mount end to get the rail nuts on as the rails did not have a slot to fit the nuts in. One nut that attaches the feet to the crossbars was machined wrong but there were enough extra parts to get around the problem. Shipped via USPS which was slow and hard to track. I live in rural Iowa and had to go to town to pick up as the carrier just left a note saying it was at the post office.
by: Melvin11/27/2023
Been a year of having and the Product is good ,just make sure to count how many through fasteners that are included. (Or read instructions first and count parts)
The instructions had a measurement as a “drill through” every certain amount of distance note and as it turned out , I had 4 less through fasteners than the measurements alloyed for on my track rails. I happened to find a pack of the fasteners on eBay so it all worked out.
Just learn from my mistake and double check.
by: David12/05/2023
The rubber molding easily compressed and served no purpose other than to fall into the channel and thus shred the aluminum gunnels on my expensive Kevlar canoe. I contacted Rhino rack and they were quick to dismiss my information with zero concern or questions. This is a product easily made better with modest changes to improve. Too bad customer service doesn’t exist…
by: John06/03/2023
Rhino-Rack installation was fairly easy. We’re using it on a 2012 model Ford Flex.
by: Tappy01/03/2023
Great option for our 2016 Prius C. Coupled with our roof cargo box also from etrailer, we've already done some epic road tripping with 0 issues.
by: Kyle09/26/2023
Be careful with this system. Our side rail failed on a trip after 2 years of use. The rear right side cracked out while going down the interstate. We lost our kayaks on top. We were under the weight limit and had everything ratchet strapped down to the system. We did contact rhino rack about the warranty, they were less than helpful. They denied our claim based on the fact we did not have the kayak strapped to the front and rear bumpers. etrailer was very helpful getting us all the information we needed to submit a warranty claim.
Normally I never leave a review, but be cautious of the aluminum rails, they did not hold up long term.
by: Michael J.04/10/2016
I own a 2013 Honda CRV I purchased a couple months ago. It has a naked roof and no rack or side bars, and I wanted to be able to carry up to three kayaks. I didn't really want to buy and install the side bars, and then the cross bars also. I also needed the cross bars to be a little wider than the vehicle itself, as I own two Ocean Kayak Scupper Pros, and a Venus.
This Rhino Rack package looked like a great option for my needs. Weight wise, the three boats come right to the limit. Other racks had lower weight limits, and wouldn't work.
I had a couple issues with the initial package, but etrailer took care of the problem right away, and sent out what I needed.
Installation was pretty smooth. I recommend reading and rereading the instructions, before you cut anything. The videos on the etrailer website or directly on YouTube are very helpful to see all the steps. I'd like to see more personalized instructions added in the future, just to to make everything even smoother. Make sure you identify your vehicle and the bar you received on the kit instructions before you start.
These bars are so wonderful. The aero bars make no noise when driving and no whistling that I can tell. They don't seem to effect my gas mileage. I made sure the top rubber strips and bottom measurement strips were cut perfectly with no gaps, as this is important to prevent whistling.
They look so stylish. I get complements on them, and people can't believe they are after market, and that I installed them myself. They really complement the vehicle. Once installed the first time, I can take them off or put then back on in about 12 minutes. I don't really plan to take them off though. I don't use car washes, and I like the look of them on my vehicle.
I made sure to not overtighten them, and then tightened them a few times over the next week and with a couple kayaking trips. These babies are strong and I can't make them move when I test them. I still check them regularly to make sure they are secure, for safety purposes.
I highly recommend this Rhino Rack package. They know how to make the perfect roof rack and you can tell the quality and thought that went into them. Look at my photos I have included.
Thank you to etrailer for such great service. You made the whole process so pleasant and easy.
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