Comparing Rhino-Rack RS 2500 and Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Roof Rack for 2015 Ford F-150

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Hello, I am looking at these two products, RRVA150B-2 and RRRS648B. I see that the difference in price is substantial, and the only difference I can see in the parts lists is one is uses RS 2500 bars and the other uses Vortex bars. Could you please help me understand the difference, and what value there would be in the more expensive model? Thanks, best regards.

asked by: Noah P

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The difference is only in the design of these two complete roof racks. The price is exactly the same. The difference is in the mount and length of the bars, not the features of the bars themselves. The Rhino-Rack ROC25 has a flush mount with a slightly lower profile. The Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack has crossbars that extend beyond the feet and mount on top of the feet.

The Rhino-Rack ROC25 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs, # RR29XR, is a complete system. It doesn't require separate feet or a fit kit.

The Rhino-Rack Vortex Complete Roof Rack comes with the Vortex Aero Crossbars, # RRVA150B-2, The Rhino-Rack 2500 Series legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars, # RRRLKVA, and the Custom DK Fit Kit for Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs, # DK427.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 12

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