2021 Lexus NX 300H Roof Rack Recommendation

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When I try to secure the leg to the rail, the rubber pad is too think to allow the metal outer bracket to get under the lip/edge of the rail on my Lexus nx300h. I thought tightening would squeeze the rubber pad, but that didnt work.

asked by: Cynthia P

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Expert Reply:

I do have a roof rack that will fit your vehicle, unfortunately it will not include the Rhino-Rack legs you attached to your question. I checked with Rhino Rack today and I was told that this rack is not a fit for your vehicle. Instead, I recommend a Yakima roof rack. It comes with the crossbars, the towers/feet/legs, and a fit kit that is vehicle specific.

I recommend the Yakima option, it consists of the following;

Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2, part # Y00425,
RidgeLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Flush Side Rails - Qty 4, part # Y00145,
RidgeClip Fit Kit for Yakima RidgeLine Roof Rack Towers, part # Y06027, and the
Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores (QTY 4), part # Y07204.

This rack has elliptical shaped crossbars with t-channels. The crossbars shape helps reduce wind noise and aid in fuel efficiency. The t-channels will accept all channel mounted roof rack accessories in addition to working with those accessories that clamp to the crossbars. You can also purchase the Yakima SKS Lock Cores to secure the roof rack to your vehicle.

I have included product description links, video installation and review videos, and a picture of the Yakima FitClip below.

expert reply by: Mark Smith

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Answer 1

The Rhino-Rack SX Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Flush Factory Side Rails - Qty 4 #RR37QX will clamp on to both sides of the flush rails using tension. It is basically a vice or clamp that you put on and tighten down. It will grip on both…

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Answer 2

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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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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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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Hey Mark, so the correct Blue Ox base plate kit to use with the Blue Ox Ascent tow bar part #BX4375. is the part #BLU53FR. For lighting you can use #C96JR, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing as this plugs inline with the…

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Answer 7

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 the…

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Answer 8

The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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Answer 9

The Rhino-Rack Roof Rack for Factory Tracks #Y02-490B-NT is going to be your best bet for the tracks on the ARE topper for your 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The weight capacity is 220 lbs like you mentioned, but that's going to be the highest you'll…

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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

Both the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero and Thule WingBar roof rack systems have very nice features and would work well for your 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe. Both systems are designed to work on vehicles that have the flush mounted rail system. As far as the…

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Answer 12

If you are using the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Crossbars like #RRVA137B they have a dimension of 54" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1-3/16" tall which works for Thule boxes that use the PowerClick quick-release clamps, including the Thule Vector…

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