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Why I got rid of my Front Runner Roof Rack: Big Country 4x4 FJ Cruiser Roof Rack.
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Күн бұрынAre you looking for the strongest roof rack for your expedition needs? I was, so that is why I switched from a Front Runner Slime line II Roof rock on my FJ Cruiser to a Big Country 4X4 roof rack sold by Rugged Bound Supply Co. in Houston, Texas.
I bought my Front Runner Roof rack back in 2019 and used it heavily for two years. I mounted everything from a rooftop tent, ground tents, condition1 storage cases, Zarges storage cases, water port, and even metal rolling carts sold at Costco. I would stand on top and notice the flex in the bars and feel confident but worried when I was driving.
Finally, my need for a stronger roof rack was met! my new Big Country 4x4 roof rack came fully assembled and not with just bolts but welded! That was defiantly a key factor in why it was much stronger than my Front Runner roof rack.
Now maybe your needs for a strong rack aren't the same as mine, maybe you just need to crawl to the mall or put a pair of Max Trax up there. If that's the case maybe this rack is not for you, but if you need a strong, low-wind noise, custom-built roof rack, then this is for you!
I managed to get a discount code from rugged bound supply co
GOATX5OFF for 5% off your order.
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@philsparks3125 2 жыл бұрын
I like the concept, but would hate the top becoming impossible to clean! Eventually with summer pollen, and road dust unable to be cleaned off it would become a very funkey top on and otherwise beautiful vehicle!
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын
The top is fairly easy to clean by hand and if you have a brush with stick even easier.
@ruggedboundsupplyco.5038 Ай бұрын
The roof is sealed with the block system - so the entire racks comes off after removing 6 bolts each side, and the roof remains sealed. So for a deep clean or adding a polish/wrap etc pulling the rack off is fairly easy and intended by design.
@MrFjarch 2 жыл бұрын
That's a lot of steel for a roof rack. You actually only need just enough cross members to transfer the weight to the FJ's structure
@nobigdeal8078 2 жыл бұрын
Aluminum*
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and the comment. Yes as stated below by another viewer it is made out of aluminum.
@regkershaw Жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me if the top of the back door is hitting the awning as I'm looking at getting this awning but I have some concerns and that is on of them. The other is the M6 bolts the awning is held on by. To have 28kg hanging only on M6 bolts in a channel worries me. I seen some pictures of the bolts pulling through the channel..
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
The top of the back door does not hit the awining. The bolts that hold the awning are very sturdy and I don't have any conerns with them.
@jonathanneethling 2 жыл бұрын
What is the max weight capacity “on road” compared to the dynamic rating for off road capacities?
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for checking out the video! The dynamic load is 550lbs and the static load is 1100lbs which is more than the roof of the FJ can handle. Check your manual for manufactures load rating on the roof of the FJ.
@JDGTubed Жыл бұрын
How was the wind noise with this rack?
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
I do not notice any wind noise with the rack, the lats are going vertical with the wind, so that helps reduce wind noise. Overall it’s a very quiet rack and strong 💪🏽
@mohamedshohayeb5499 Жыл бұрын
Hey Bro, do you have a video installing the frontrunner? As it's the only option in my market so would end up buying
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
I unfortunately do not. I had it installed by a shop because my factory roof rack bolts were so hard to remove. I didn’t want to strip them and didn’t have good tools.
@joshreardon6757 2 жыл бұрын
Hello mate, What tint did you use on the Lightforce ROK lights? Great looking car man 💪🏾
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏽 I really appreciate it. I bought the tint off Amazon. If you follow my Instagram account shot me a DM and I can share the link. I was waiting for LightForce to come out with covers but I went this DIY route instead and they look amazing at night !
@davileett1224 8 ай бұрын
How is the noise with this rack? Considering its a grid with crossmembers below the North/south crossmembers, I would guess it's louder than the Frontrunner.
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 8 ай бұрын
It is very quite and I haven't noticed a sound change from my previous front runner rack. I think the direction of the roof rack lats help with the aerodynamics compared to the majority of racks that have horizontal lats.
@cashanks Ай бұрын
Nice vid. You still happy with it?
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Ай бұрын
Thank you, and yes I am. I don't have to worry about alot of bolts coming loose like I did with my Front Runner rack. I do like the look of the prinsu style racks but when I see how small the slats are I know I made the right choice.
@Scout-1 Жыл бұрын
I know you have a code, and I gladly willing to use it. But is it better to get the rack from Big Countries website or Rugged Bound supply. Price wise are different but to what extent and also shipping time? Thank You
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
If you live in the 🇺🇸 you most likely have to order from Rugged Bound. BC4X4 from my knowledge does not ship here, Rugged Bound is their North American distributor. So shipping time would be faster and maybe your only option.
@Scout-1 Жыл бұрын
@@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS thanks man
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
@@Scout-1 no problem if you have any other questions, let me know.
@Scout-1 Жыл бұрын
@@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS thanks man. will do
@laynehensley2516 2 жыл бұрын
what about the metal crates I've seen in your videos that you have on your roof rack? And the holding brackets for the metal crates? Thank you!
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
The metal crates are made by ZARGE'S and the mounts as well. GOATX is my discount code for 10% off your order.
@luckybastard6352 2 жыл бұрын
What sliders are you running? Nice rig.
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын
All pro rock sliders. I like being able to use them when reaching up for my big country 4x4 roof rack
@laynehensley2516 2 жыл бұрын
Who makes the ladder you have on the rear door, passenger side?
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын
Echo Tech makes the ladder and it’s sold by 4WD Adventure. I have a video 🫡 on it
@laynehensley2516 2 жыл бұрын
@@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS what about the metal crates I've seen in your videos that you have on your roof rack? And the holding brackets for the metal crates? Thank you!
@themidwesternoffroader2767 3 жыл бұрын
Did you use RTC sealant on the bolts where you put the roof rack on
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 3 жыл бұрын
Mine had a lot of sealant from the previous install still in the bolt holes and since My has a factory roof rack it had a rubber gasket where I mounted the new mounting brackets. But it is recommended when installing this roof rack to add a dab of RTV to the bolts to ensure 100% chance of no water coming in to your cabin.
@themidwesternoffroader2767 3 жыл бұрын
@@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Thanks, I bought one a while back and it just now shipped, I'll add a little of that when I install.
@stay_in_adventure 3 жыл бұрын
How much did you sell your front runner roof rack for?
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 3 жыл бұрын
Are you selling one or in the market for a new roof rack ?
@stay_in_adventure 3 жыл бұрын
@@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS I have a front runner rack. I love many of the things about it, but now I'm looking at getting the new ARB base rack, mostly due to weight. Just wanted to see how difficult of a transition it'll be to switch by selling my existing rack! To be honest, I loved the look of the front runner rack on your FJ! It was one of the reasons why I also bought one for my FJ! Lol 😂
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 3 жыл бұрын
@@stay_in_adventure I’m not sure how easy it is to install the ARB rack is but to install and switch my Front Runner roof rack to my current Big Country 4X4 it wasn’t hard at all! Especially because the Big Country 4x4 roof rack comes welded and no assembly required for the platform like all modular roof racks.
@VeryCoolJeep 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought 2012 FJ for my wife and it came with Prinsu Rack
@van_mod1 Жыл бұрын
Shipping cost?
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
The cost will vary depending on what part of the country you live in, if you live in the Houston metroplex you and pick it up directly from Rugged Bound Supply Co.
@user-fj3ee8mn4z Жыл бұрын
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@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS Жыл бұрын
FJ Cruiser only my friend
@nobigdeal8078 2 жыл бұрын
“One of the best in the market” Opinion.
@GREATESTOFALLTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын
Based off of use and experience.
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