How Does Yakima Roof Rack Install on 2018 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk with E-Group Rails

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Hi, Ive been going through the same thing as a lot of other 2018 GC TH owners regarding the flush mount roof rails. We DO have aluminum channel mounted on top of the black plastic trim. The difference is the channels black/grey anodized aluminum mounted to the car with 4 torx/washer mount screws. The only difference thats apparentinch is the color, but Im not sure what lies beneath in these two different colored rails chrome vs black? I successfully mounted the Yakima Towers and Landing Pads #18 , but its just a single screw mount that looks and feels when shaking car via crossbar a little precarious. Additionally, the directions from Yakima says theres 3 screws holding the channel to the car and were to remove the most forward and reward ones. I have 4 on my TH? So, am I screwing up? pardon the pun. Finally, and to be clear, this not the black plastic trim piece placed on some GC for what? I dont know reason, this is an actual channel. I cant believe Jeep would build this rugged beast and not allow for a the roof rack system to placed inside the black channel. Please help us get to the bottom of this. Thanks, Gerard

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We installed the Yakima JetStream Roof Rack part numbers # Y00425, # Y53TR, and # Y00244 on a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee similar to your Trailhawk and we video recorded the process. If you fast-forward to the 3:09 mark of the video I attached you'll see how we intalled the kit and how it went. The forward and rearword most screws are to be used like you mentioned. Jeep may have a Mopar rack that installs differently on the rails, but the way Yakima recommends this rack install is the only way we can recommend.

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The Yakima Roof Rack Kit for a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee that uses parts #Y00426, #Y28TR and #Y06121 is a great choice and I don't think you can ever go wrong with Yakima products; they're durable and easy to install. The Baseline…

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Answer 2

I have a great solution for you. Check out the Yakima ShowDown part #Y04081. This is a similar lift-assist paddle board carrier that would work great for you. Check out the install video and picture I attached for more info. Width wise the Thule…

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To use the Yakima ShowDown #Y04081 you would need a roof rack where the crossbars extend past the legs at least 3-1/2". From what I can tell, the Mopar roof rack for your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee has crossbars that end where the legs fit. I do…

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Yes, you will need to order two sets of the BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers part #Y06121 as one set only comes with two and you will need a total of four. In order to finish the roof rack on your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee you…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

For a roof rack to be compatible on your 2020 Jeep Wrangler with Sky One-Touch Power Top, it can't be mounted on the top of the roof and it needs to be high enough for the folding roof to clear. What you need are tall gutter-mounted roof racks.…

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Answer 7

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

There are a couple of differences between the two. The JetStream bars like #Y00425 are made of extruded aluminum while the CoreBars such as the #Y00421 you've looked at are constructed of galvanized steel. As you've mentioned, the CoreBar has…

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