How To Install Yakima LockNLoad Over Truck Bed with Tonneau Cover

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I have a 2020 Honda RIdgeline and the BAK x4 Revolver, I want to install the Yakima Track system on the bed rails and be able to put the Yakima Lock N Load above the bed. I want to the tracks along the sides of the cover as to not interfere with them, but also be able to fairly easily remove the Lock N Load with the towers when I need to open the cover or when I am not using it. I was thinking probably the Skyline towers. 1. Im not sure if you can mount the track system to the bed rails. 2. What is required to install tracks. Parts/ tools I assume you have to get to the metal under the plastic somehow and fasten it? 3.If the Yakima Lock N Load will be able to connect directly to the Skyline towers as I do not want to use cross bars also because I would prefer to not add the extra height. I know they can connect directly, I just dont know the actual distance at the connection point and if the Ridgeline bed measurements work so that it will reach at points on the LockNLoad. - I know they have a few sizes and Im not sure what size to get, or if any size will span correctly to mount without crossbars. Thank you

asked by: Dan N

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In order to install the Yakima LockNLoad Platform Roof Tray above a tonneau cover on a truck bed you will need to install a set of tracks alongside the bed rails along with a crossbar system. The crossbar system is needed because the tray is not wide enough to reach just the mounting feet on the tracks. I have attached the needed parts below:

Yakima JetStream Crossbars part # Y00427
Yakima Tracks for Roof Racks part # Y01135
Landing Pad Yakima Control Towers part # Y00221 (2)
SkyLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars part # Y53TR
Yakima LockNLoad Platform Roof Tray part # Y05045

In regards to the plastic bed caps, you will need to drill through these for installation.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

In order to mount the Yakima LockNLoad Platform Roof Tray part #Y05045 on a truck bed camper shell I recommend using the Yakima HardTop SL Roof Rack part #Y01618 because it's a complete all around system that has everything that you need.…

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Answer 2

We definitely have options available to add rails over your Retrax cover and I have a couple listed below. I do need to say that most, if not all, roof rack style tents will not need a platform to attach to though. They will generally clamp to the…

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You have two options; The first option is to install the Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System for Retrax XR Series Tonneau Covers - Black - 65" Long, part #RRVA165B and part #RRRLT600. The feet attach directly to the RetraxPrO XR Hard Tonneau Cover…

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Answer 4

Thanks for the photo, and yes, the LockNLoad will indeed fit to Rhino-Rack Vortex aero crossbars like your Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbars for Retrax XR #RRVA180B-RRRLT600. You'll just need adapters to mount the platform, and here are the part…

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Answer 5

The BAK Revolver X4 Hard Tonneau Cover - Roll Up - Aluminum and Vinyl - Matte Black #BAK34ZR comes with side rails in the hardware kit. The rails install directly on your 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Carbon Pro's bed liner. I went ahead and attached the…

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Answer 6

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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

Hey Michael, thanks for reaching out! The Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops #T28GR you installed on your 2018 Ford F-150 unfortunately have that reputation among users (although Timbren claims their systems provide a smooth ride). Because of this we…

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Answer 9

In order to attach the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform to a set of crossbars you would need the kit that comes with universal mounts which is part #RR42114BF for 48" long x 37" wide or part #RR42115BF for 58" long x 47" wide. This…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

Thanks for all the details! We definitely have a way to get a cargo basket and an awning installed on your 2024 Toyota Highlander, although the aftermarket roof rack systems will use a clamping system with your door jambs instead of mounting via…

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Answer 12

According to Rhino Rack, if you were to go with the shorter bars, you'll only have 1-1/4 inch of leeway on each side which isn't enough in their opinion. I'd recommend going with the 71 inch bars so you'll be certain of a good fit. As…

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