Recommended BackBone Mounting System for a 2012 Jeep Wrangler

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Do they not have a backbone kit for the 2012 Jeep rubicon? I really like this system and it would be perfect for what I want to use it for.

asked by: Jerome

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Expert Reply:

There is a backbone system for the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. It is the Rhino-Rack Backbone Mounting System item # RRRJKB2 for the 2-door models or item # RRRJKB1 for 4-door.

If you want to attach crossbars you will need the following parts:

Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 59" Long - Qty 2 item # RRVA150B-2

Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Qty 4 item # RRRLT600

Rubber Bases for Rhino-Rack RRRLT600 Quick Mount Legs - Qty 4 item # RRQMFK06

expert reply by: Jerred H

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