- 4-Door Rocklander Roof Pak Rack System | JK Wrangler
- Jeep Wrangler 4 Door Rack
- Step 1: Parts
- Step 2: Put Together the Verticles
- Step 3: Start the Base
- Step 4: Cross Members and Ends
- Step 5: Foam It Up!!
- Step 6: Go Doorless!
- Step 7: Addendum
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4-Door Rocklander Roof Pak Rack System | JK Wrangler
4-Door Rocklander Roof Pak Rack System, combines the most capable cargo system available for your Jeep Wrangler (the Rocklander Rack) AND includes the 42″ X 52″ Aluminum Roof Pac Cargo Box for weight savings and a unique rigid sidewalls.
The Rocklander Front Hoop comes with industrial grade corrosion resistant hardware, is finished in our signature black powdercoat to protect it against the elements, and has convenient integrated 1” tube handles for additional safety and provide easier access to the Kat Walk accessory and the roof rack.
The Rocklander Trusses are made of strong 2” diameter steel tube and have engineered front bends creating a stronger and sturdier support when out on the trails or on the road. The roof rails have a low profile design that keeps the loaded rack with the lowest center of gravity possible when loaded. Rack supports (375lbs dynamic) and allows for a load capacity of 850lbs (static).
The rails are equipped with CNC steel billet clamps that are secured to the front and rear hoop mounts with corrosion resistant hardware. The rails are finished in a durable black texture powdercoat to protect them against the elements and to keep them looking good.
The rear hoop mount is a three-piece design and is made of strong 2” diameter steel tube and the billet ends are secured with industrial grade corrosion resistant hardware. The rear hoop is black powdercoated to protect the hoop from the elements and uses a noise vibration dampening, two-piece hi durometer urethane bushing to prevent squeaks and rattling when out on the trail.
The Rocklander Rear Hoop comes with the Rack Hard Top Rear Adapter Bracket. The adapter bracket is made of 3/16″ hot rolled steel, raises the rear hoop and spreader bars to clear the factory hard top with no contact, and allows enough room to remove the freedom top without having to remove the rack system.
The rear mounting bracket for the JK rear hoop mount to factory locations at the frame and do not require any drilling or body modifications. The rear frame brackets are CAD formed, laser cut, and made of 1/4” hot rolled steel with an added gusset providing incredible strength and stability for the rack system.
Aluminum Roof Pac Cargo Box is made of 5/64″, formed Aluminum sheet that has dimple die holes for rigidity without the weight. The cargo area is completely enclosed on all 4 sides and bottom to keep gear contained while convenient gear strap hooks are located on 4 corners.
Note: The Rocklander Rear Hoop is designed for a low profile, close fitment to the factory hard top. Factory soft top applications require the rear adapter bracket (R55029) for proper clearance.
Note: The Rocklander Rack System is not compatible with the AEV Rear bumpers..
Jeep Wrangler 4 Door Rack
This is a quick door rack to keep your jeep doors safe when you are driving around doorless.
Seemed like a good first instructable. 🙂
Step 1: Parts
4 — 10′ X1″ PVC pipe
6 — 1″ pipe insulators
14 — 1″ PVC elbows
10 — 1″ PVC TEEs
Cut the pipe into 10 — 2′ sections,
8 — 4″ sections,
and the rest into 1′ sections.
Step 2: Put Together the Verticles
Connect two 2′ sections and one 1′ section with elbows.
Do this 5 times.
Step 3: Start the Base
Create two base sections each with a TEE, 1′ section, TEE, 1′ section, TEE.
Before you press them together too hard make sure that all of the TEE sections are pointing down and flat on the ground. This will help to ensure they all point straight up.
Then connect three of the vertical sections into these.
Step 4: Cross Members and Ends
Create two sections each with a 4″ section, TEE, 4″ section, elbow.
Then connect the two sections at the TEE with a 1′ section.
Connect this to the one end of the main base and add a vertical upwards from the elbows.
Repeat this on the opposite end.
And look at the pictures. its easier than reading all this. 🙂
Step 5: Foam It Up!!
Cut the foam pipe insulators to fit every section of 1″ pipe you can.
The insulators are split down the middle and are self adhesive so you can cut them, wrap them around and secure them in place very easily.
The foam insulators are just a bit wider than the elbows and tees so the doors can rest against them without rubbing PVC.
Step 6: Go Doorless!
Take your doors off. The two front doors lean in against the center vertical section. The two back doors go in the outer slots. I put them on their side since the bottoms of the doors are pretty narrow. They made me nervous. 🙂
Looking back I could have made the width of the rack a little less so that the rear doors would have a better span, but I suspect they would still be prone to bumps or wind.
Hope you enjoyed my first Instructable. Have fun building it, and if you don’t have a Wrangler, go buy one. 🙂
Step 7: Addendum
I modified my rack some today. I shortened the distance between posts to 6″ and cut the height down to 19″ this keeps the vertical posts under the mirrors and door handles allowing them to fit in the 6″ space. I also mounted it to a furniture dolly so it can roll around. I glued it all together with PVC glue to help stiffen it as well.I modified my rack some today. I shortened the distance between posts to 6″ and cut the height down to 19″ this keeps the vertical posts under the mirrors and door handles allowing them to fit in the 6″ space. I also mounted it to a furniture dolly so it can roll around. I glued it all together with PVC glue to help stiffen it as well. I modified my rack some today. I shortened the distance between posts to 6″ and cut the height down to 19″ this keeps the vertical posts under the mirrors and door handles allowing them to fit in the 6″ space. I also mounted it to a furniture dolly so it can roll around. I glued it all together with PVC glue to help stiffen it as well. I modified my rack some today. I shortened the distance between posts to 6″ and cut the height down to 19″ this keeps the vertical posts under the mirrors and door handles allowing them to fit in the 6″ space. I also mounted it to a furniture dolly so it can roll around. I glued it all together with PVC glue to help stiffen it as well. I also added a couple of velcro straps just to keep the doors together while rolling around the driveway.
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Hey all, I’m in the process of making this, great design but was wondering, is it rain proof? I want to keep it outside but not sure if the foam/carpet on the dolly will deteriorate over time under rainfall. I don’t have much room to store it.
Also my foam is not self adhesive so it’s just hanging on, anyone know what’s good adhesive to use to have them stay on the PVC?
Thanks a bunch
I would zip tie them to the pvc. That way too, when you chew up the foam taking the doors on and off the rack you can replace the foam easier and cleaner.
Awesome suggestion, thanks!
Getting ready to make my second one. Here is the modified parts, cuts and assembly instructions I will be using:
Step 1: parts list from Home Depot:
3 ea. 10′ X1″ ID PVC pipe
6 ea. 1″ pipe insulators
(pool noodles)
14 ea. 1″ PVC elbows
10 ea. 1″ PVC TEEs
Step 2: cuts
-For verticals and crossmembers:
10 ea. 16 1/2″ sections
7 ea. 12″ sections
-For base:
4 ea. 7″ sections
8 ea. 3″ sections(for TEEs at ends)
Final dimensions without foam, approximately 19″ tall, 15 1/2″ wide and 36″ long.
Step 3: Assemble Verticals:
Connect two 16 1/2″sections and one 1′ section with elbows.
Do this 5 times.
Step 4: Start Base:
Create two base sections each with a TEE, 7″ section, TEE, 7″ section, TEE. Before you press them together too hard make sure that all of the TEE sections are pointing down and flat on the ground. This will help to ensure they all point straight up. Then connect three of the vertical sections into these.
Step 5: Cross Members/Ends:
Create two sections each with a 3″ section, TEE, 3″ section, elbow. Then connect the two sections at the TEE with a 1′ section. Connect this to the one end of the main base and add a vertical upwards from the elbows.
JEEP JL 4DOOR
(For hard & soft top)
STEALTH RACK
· 40″ Lightbar Setup
· [No Drilling Required] – Accidents happen when it comes to drilling into your vehicle so our unique mounting system removed the hassle. Our patented no drill mounting system fits securely into the original equipment manufacturer mounting points.
· [Traversable Mesh Platform] – Designed with style & durability to maintain a safe driving max load capacity of 300lbs. In addition, the static max load capacity easily holds up to 800lbs. Access your cargo quickly and easily with the bolt-on GOBI ladder which attaches directly onto the roof rack. Add the GOBI Sun Roof Insert attachment to nearly double the roof racks’ cargo space.
· [Durable & Long-lasting] – The GOBI Rack black powder coating and anti-rust undercoat provides years of on & off-road heavy duty utility. One important aspect to keep in mind when searching for a roof rack system – the fewer the screws the better the system. A long lasting noise-free roof rack is extremely important due to the vibrations a car experiences on and off the road. GOBI Racks are 100% fully welded roof racks and use only the screws needed to secure the rack to the vehicle. No screws hold the rack together, making it noise and rattle free, which is why it’s so popular. We still have GOBI roof racks on the road since the business was started over 20 years ago. Each rack comes with stainless and Grade #8 hardware including an easy-to-follow install guide.
Recommended Attachments for Soft Top Use:
· Quick Release Attachment #GJJLQR
· Sun Roof Insert Attachment #GJJLSRI
· Soft Top Protective Rubber Trim – Roof Rack #GJJLSTPT
· Soft Top Protective Rubber Trim – Sun Roof Insert #GJJLSTPTSRI
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STEALTH RACK
· 40″ LED Setup
Clearance Height From Vehicle Top to Rack Top = 6.5″
Sun Roof Insert Sold Separately*
Lights Sold Separately – VISIT LIGHTING
Rear upper isolators are recommended for carrying heavy loads (for use on hard tops only*)
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· [No Drilling Required] – Accidents happen when it comes to drilling into your vehicle so our unique mounting system removed the hassle. Our patented no drill mounting system fits securely into the original equipment manufacturer mounting points.
· [Traversable Mesh Platform] – Designed with style & durability to maintain a safe driving max load capacity of 300lbs. In addition, the static max load capacity easily holds up to 800lbs. Access your cargo quickly and easily with the bolt-on GOBI ladder which attaches directly onto the roof rack. Add the GOBI Sun Roof Insert attachment to nearly double the roof racks’ cargo space.
· [Durable & Long-lasting] – The GOBI Rack black powder coating and anti-rust undercoat provides years of on & off-road heavy duty utility. One important aspect to keep in mind when searching for a roof rack system – the fewer the screws the better the system. A long lasting noise-free roof rack is extremely important due to the vibrations a car experiences on and off the road. GOBI Racks are 100% fully welded roof racks and use only the screws needed to secure the rack to the vehicle. No screws hold the rack together, making it noise and rattle free, which is why it’s so popular. We still have GOBI roof racks on the road since the business was started over 20 years ago. Each rack comes with stainless and Grade #8 hardware including an easy-to-follow install guide.
(The GOBI Jeep JKU 4Door Stealth Rack includes two removable cross bars, wind deflector, and rear ladder.)