Comparing Rhino Rack Pioneer and Exposed Racks for Rooftop Tent On 2020 Jeep Wrangler JLU

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Hi there, Im debating between the Rhino Rack Backbone system and this Exposed Rack for a roof top tent setup. Id prefer not to drill the hardtop, so Im leaning towards the ER system, but Id have more confidence in static weight load as well as attachment strength with the RRB system. Can you offer a comparison of the two?. Thanks!

asked by: Josh M

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In regards to using a rooftop mounted tent, there is really no comparison between the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Rack with Backbone Mounting System part # JB0893 and Roof Rack for Jeep JL and JL Unlimited Hardtop part # ER84FR. The reason for this is because there really isn't a good way to attach a rooftop tent to the platform without modifications so the latter will be a much better option for this purpose. In regards to support, most rooftop tents use a ladder which helps with weight capacities.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

For a great roof rack system that offers the highest weight capacity of any system we carry for your hard top 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited without installing a Backbone, I recommend the Exposed Racks Roof Rack for Jeep JL, JLU, and Gladiator…

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The Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Roof Rack have specific C-channels that are designed to fit specific Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty accessories, like the Rhino-Rack Hi-Lift Jack and Shovel-Holder Brackets #RRRCB-RSHB-RJHB as an example. That's…

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I have a solution for you. Unfortunately, the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack Legs - Gutter Mount - 8-3/10" Tall - Qty 2 #RL210S2 will not fit your 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The gutter mounts you need are two sets of the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack Legs -…

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You do indeed have a 12 inch rim. When you measure the diameter of the wheel, you'll need to measure the diameter of he wheel where the tire bead meets the wheel. I've provided you a cutaway diagram of a wheel showing where the measurement…

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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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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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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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I have a solution for you, however, I would not recommend mounting a tow bar directly to a bumper on a Jeep, whether it is OEM or an aftermarket bumper. Jeep does not recommend towing the Wrangler with the OEM bumper because it was not designed to…

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Whether or not you can flat tow with a Jeep bumper is really up to the manufacturers testing; some of the big names like MetalCloak or Poison Spyder have bumpers with D-ring attachments that can be used for flat towing connections. This is great…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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The stoplight switch #RM-751490 and the monitor light that's included in the Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System #SM99251 do the same job, so you wouldn't need it if you decided to go with the Stay-IN-Play DUO. The…

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Answer 12

There have not been any major changes to the Stay-In-Play system since 2016, so I believe it certainly would be worthwhile (and a $$$ saver) to remove the major parts from the now-wrecked car. Provided you can get that done for a reasonable cost.…

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