Rhino-Rack RVP Roof Rack for Fixed Mounting Points - Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Qty 2

Order was packaged very well and was shipped promptly; however base kit was mis-packed at Rhino Rack and was missing a part. etrailer responded promptly and I received the part I needed to install the rack system within 3 days of reporting it. After preparing my flush racks for mounting the Rhino Rack, I discovered that both vortex bars were too long to fit my 2019 Kia Sorento SXL. I disassembled one end of each bar and used a chop saw to remove 5/8 inch from the front bar and 7/16 inch from the rear bar. After trimming the rubber and drilling new screw holes in the cut ends, I reinstalled the mounting legs and installed the bars without further incident on the car. This rack system will be the heart of my hang glider transportation after I fabricate a hood rack and a rear receiver rack. Took longer than I expected but I had the time and tools to make it look factory installed and custom fit. In retrospect, and given the delays due to poor quality control at Rhino Rack and my having to re-cut both bars to properly fit the fixed mounting points on my car, I feel a fairer price for the system would be in the range of $325.00 to $350.00, rather than the nearly $500.00 I paid for it.1617192

Nice product, like that it bolts to the car verses clamps. Perfect fit which was the most important thing for me after a nightmare experience from [online store]; you get what you pay for. This rack is sturdy, took about 35 minutes to install, and looks great on the Sorento.Perfect height, not too tall and blends with the lines of the vehicle. No noise while driving so I'm stoked that a fairing isn't needed. Didn't give 5 stars because when factory / etrailer cut both the extruded aluminum rails to length the black finish has some chips / cosmetic defects. Minor thing, can't see it unless you look for it, and it is a roof rack so it will get banged up eventually regardless.
First purchase with etrailer and I will shop here again. Will also consider Rhino Rack products again as well.1115489

Sierra K.

8/12/2021

Thank you for your review. I apologize about the damage to the item. Anytime there is damage please contact our Customer Service at 800-298-1624 to see what options we have to fix the issue.

Joey

8/6/2022

Over a year and still Loving this product. Still think it is one the best looking and sturdiest racks on the market. Carried bikes and kayaks all the time without worry. Ive also taken it through the carwash atleast 50 times.

great help, very patient 1702798

The bars went on my 2018 Kia Sorento quite easily. Something I didn't realize was that because they have to be mounted in a prescribed position when I received my Rhino roof basket the baskets mounting points don't line up at all with the crossbars. I was able to mount the front as intended but I had to basically kind of make my own mounting brackets for the rear of the basket. My design worked and looks ok but it's totally not the way I would have wanted to mount it. Had I known I'd have spent the extra money to get the crossbars that you can put wherever you want to.1027329

Joseph

5/3/2022

I have used the rack numerous times in the year since I got it. It still looks brand new and was well worth the money.

Required some customizing. Fit within an 1/8 of an inch.1115740

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Great craftsmanship! Easy installation! 1474606

Perfect fit, easy install. 1054885

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I likely would not but this model again. The installation was not fully clear, and what should have taken 30 minutes took 2 days, mainly due to lack of clarity leading to stripped threads on the bolts because the front bar was cut too wide. After I cut the front bar a quarter inch shorter, and bought replacement bolts, it went easily. But I should have bought one of the more expensive models that clamps on to the rail; More flexible, if less strong. No concerns with the actual construction.1102983

Great communications from etrailer and shipping company. Product is excellent fit on my 2017 Sorento and was easy to install1062080

by: Martin 06/23/2022

I've made a big mistake. I didn't realize one was shorther than the other. So when i installed them, I shorthen the longer one to fit at the front. When I took the other piece for the back, then I figured my mistake and realised I screwed-up.
Too bad because it looked super nice.1316158

Great shopping experience. Product was shipped and received in a timely matter. We had to cut the center bars to fit but I am very satisfied in the product and shopping experience.992999

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Rack is solid, attractive, and well made. The "rack kit" comprises three separate kits; the base kit which includes the brackets and hardware that attach to the oem rails on the vehicle, the feet kit which attach to the crossbars to allow the crossbars to attach to the base rail brackets. Consequently, I found the printed instructions lacking in content and continuity (more on that later), but overall the install is reasonably straight forward and intuitive.

As someone with arthritic thumbs I found inserting the mounting screws and attaching the rubber skirts to the base rail brackets, along with insertion of the rubber strips into the crossbars to be somewhat of a challenge. In addition, the feet kit was short on mounting hardware and the hex-head cap screws supplied were not desirable for mounting feet to base brackets so I sourced replacement hardware locally.

Back to content and continuity of written instructions. No mention that crossbars were location specific and cut too different lengths and can be distressing if you don't think to check fit at the start of installation.

Otherwise, the rack looks good and is solid on the roof. I have not noticed any appreciable increase of wind noise before/after rack install and would not hesitate to recommend to a friend.

P.S. Jesse and the folks at etrailer were great to work with/answer questions.1488575

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Worked perfect for my 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. Purchased to pair with Rhino-Rack S512 kayak roof racks.1738115

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The racks look very OEM when installed. Had an issue with initial fitment. Spoke with Etrailer and Rhino folks who were very helpful. Essentially feet of mounts needed to be shortened about 1/2 inch for flush fitting on Range Rover L322 roof line. Went very well after that. Have already placed an 80 pound kayak on and no issues with stability etc. Very well made and happy with the end result1621178

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Perfect fit, easy installation, 10mm socket wrench,Phillips screwdriver, safety pin is all that is needed1298567

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Installation was easy and the rack seems very secure. It has plenty of clearance for the panoramic sunroof on my 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe.1777159

Perfect fit, very sturdy super easy to install with all the right hardware stoked I got a deal like this !1532541

by: Craig 11/01/2022

Easy to install, it's very strong, easy to transport my kayaks, and my attached Thule Stackers work well with it. It's a great rack mounted on my factory Honda CRV roof rails.1460643

Finally finished my Rhino-rack roof rack install on my 2022 Hyundai Kona. I had problems understanding confusing directions and found out after calling and sending a video that there were wedges missing from my original shipment. I thought the bolts were too long only because pieces were missing. I thank Wayne from customer service for helping me figure this out and shipping them out next day air. I am happy with the install and they are sturdy and high quality. Just think they should make directions easier to understand. Happy customer just in time as we are planning a vacation starting tomorrow night to the beach! Good job etrailer.com!1303675

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I ordered a rack for a car with raised rails on the roof and fixed mounting points on the inside of those rails. Etrailer sent a rack with mounts that are made for a car with no rails on the roof. I’m supposed to get two crossbars - there’s three in the box, one is longer than the other two. Why? Who does that? Either I was sent a box with random parts from a previously returned rack or it was packed wrong at the factory. Either way, the quality control is clearly trash from the factory and on this product line in general. The best part is, it arrived a day later than it was supposed to, and there’s no time to get another one sent before it’s needed. Whether the factory blew it or not, the shipping is on etrailer.1665785

Great looking bar. Would have gave it a five star except the instructions for a 2018 Honda HRV have a lot to be desired. Roof rails were factory installed with no bolts pointed up for Rhino racks mounting. Had to rework factory mounts with straight threaded rods in order for Rhino installation to attach to Honda roof rails.1618340

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I purchased a Rhino Rack RVP Roof Rack (RRRVP27) for my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit. The product installation was straightforward and the crossbars have a sleek finished look. I use the crossbars in conjunction with two Thule Sidearm 594XT bicycle racks and the setup works great.

I appreciate that the product blends in nicely with the look of the vehicle as the crossbars do not extend past the roof line and that security locks are included with the system.

One drawback is that the crossbars, which are designed to be whisper quiet, whistle while driving. I have a panoramic sunroof which may be a contributing factor to the increased noise levels and this may vary with a traditional roof.610873

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