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Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System

Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System

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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. Great Prices for the best roof rack from Rhino Rack. Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System part number RRRJKB1 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Rhino Rack Roof Rack - RRRJKB1

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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.


Features:

  • Backbone system reinforces the structure of your factory hard top so you can carry more weight on your roof rack
    • Allows your hard top to bear a heavier load when compared with a roof rack mounted directly to the hard top
    • Won't interfere with removal of Freedom panels or hard top
  • Internal brackets install around window frames and bear weight from roof
  • 6 External platforms provide flat, stable mounting surfaces for a Pioneer Platform or up to 3 Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero or Heavy-Duty crossbars (sold separately)
    • 2 RLCP or RLT600 legs (sold separately) are required per crossbar
    • Spacer kit (sold separately) required for each Heavy-Duty crossbar
  • Black powder coat finish complements vehicle
  • Mounting hardware included
    • Some drilling required
  • 5-Year limited warranty


RJKB1 Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System

Installation Details RRRJKB1 Installation instructionsAlternate Instructions RRRJKB1 Installation instructions



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Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System - RRRJKB1

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (32 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.

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Quick, A+ thanks



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Best price on the part. Fast shipping. The install video made it a breeze. Rhino rack was a little lazy with the written directions and stamping all the parts. The etrailer video for 2015 JKU was needed.



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Great quality and was easy to install as the directions were simple to follow.



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Just as I had expected. Top quality and no rust. A bit scary drilling the holes in your top but all went well. Their anti theft allen screws could use an upgrade.



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This system is great. Have a 6’ rack mounted to it and it easily supports 200-300lbs of dynamic load a d 700+ static load without issue.

Jack

6/24/2022

I’ve had this rack for over a year on our 2012 MW3 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited. It has been awesome. The system works so well with my platform that we’ve done multiple trips on the Alpine Loop and the entire Rim Rocker Trail with a RTT and other essential gear with no squeaks rattles or movement. Supports the tent plus my family of 3+ without drama. Awesome system.



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2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Great product! I have had no issues



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Haven’t installed but this brand and reseller are the best!



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2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Crazy fast shipping great company to do business with



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It’s the bomb. Great design. Well made.



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Way better for camper shells than track s.



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Nice and sturdy but was a PIA to install… prepare to give yourself a few hours to button this up securely on your roof.



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Best backbone I could find for a custom build. Flat lower profile more practical for my needs. Thanks guys!



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The backbone rails look great! However, the instructions need to be revised to include information that is Armada specific. Instructions for removal of factory rack is not included and not available anywhere I could find on the internet. It’s almost impossible to remove the end caps on the factory rack without destroying the tabs that hold them in place. Also, the middle connection point of the backbone has 2 bolts, the factory rack only has one. However, the second hole is there but you must remove the trim piece that sits below the factory rack. It’s simple to remove and reinstall without damaging the clips. In order to make the backbone rails fit, you have to cut an additional couple of inches from the existing window in the trim piece in order to expose the second hole underneath. This is pretty simple with the right saw but some additional instructions on this would be helpful. Overall, this is a great product, just need to make customers aware of the extra steps needed on the Armada vs the installation on the Nissan Patrol.



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Always great products by RhinoRack and excellent service from eTrailer….!



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Product was exactly what was expected with no damage or defects. E-trailer staff were very helpful and informative in regards to the status of the order.



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I love how this rack system uses the existing holes in the roof for mounting. Exactly what I was looking for. It makes for a very clean look.



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The product I ordered from etrailer arrived in tact and and in good timing.



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This is a pretty great platform. It has held up fine, doesn't leak, and wasn't too bad to install myself. It looks nice, and is there when I need it.



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Perfect fit and finish for 2016 Chevrolet Suburban.



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This product is excellent but the instruction have a lot to be desired



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Very happy with my purchase and service. I look forward to more purchasing through you guys thanos



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Great service, fast shipping. Thank you!



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    The internal base and vertical bars for the Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System # RRRJKB1 are steel L-shaped bars. I went out to our warehouse with a digital caliper and measured the actual thickness of each bar to be right at 0.124 inch. They measure 1-1/8 inch x 1-1/8 inch. I have attached a detailed installation video that you can check out as well.
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  • Can I Use 65" Long Crossbars on my Rhino Rack Backbone System on 2013 Jeep JKU Hardtop
    I recommend just swapping out to some longer bars like the 65" long # RRVA165B-2, which will work with the # RRRLT600 legs and the Backbone system # RRRJKB1. You could reasonably use any Rhino Rack vortex aero crossbars on this setup as long as they were long enough. There is also a 71" long bar with the # RRVA180B-2.
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  • Which Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform Fits 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JK
    Since you have the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited that is a 4 door you would need a different Backbone kit of # RRRJKB1 which comes with the Pioneer Platform part # RR68FM that fits your Wrangler. You are correct the part # RRRJKB2 does only fit the 2 door models.
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  • How to Attach a Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform to a Hard Top 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
    Yes, your 72" x 56" Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform item # RR52TB will fit the hard top 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. You will need the Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System item # RRRJKB1 to install it. I have linked an installation video below.
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  • Which Legs To Attach Rhino-Rack Pioneer To Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack On 2013 Jeep Wrangler
    The correct legs to attach the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Roof Tray like the # RR52TB to the Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System # RRRJKB1 on your 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs # RRRLT600-3. If you do not already have the leg spacers you will also need the # RRPLHS4. I included videos for the Backbone # RRRJKB1 for you to take a look at.
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  • Recommended Platform Rack and Ladder for a 2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
    A cargo basket with a rack is not something we carry, however I do have another solution. What you can do is install a set of crossbars # RRVA150B-2 with the Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs # RRRLT600, Rhino-Rack Backbone Roof Rack Mounting System # RRRJKB1 and the Rubber Bases for Rhino-Rack RRRLT600 Quick Mount Legs # RRQMFK06. From here, you'd need to install a platform rack # RR52TB to then be able to use the Folding Ladder for Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Rack # RRRAFL. It's a long way...
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