You've just saved me from my 6 months long headache of trying to find a system for my Ford Ranger Wildtrak X.... you won't believe how IMPOSSIBLE it is to find anyone that knows anything about Ford's Flexible Rack System, it has a cross bar system that can be deployed out or hidden away when there is no rooftop load, but this made the side rails much thicker than all other models of Rangers and as a result, rooftop accessories for owners of the Platinum or Wildtrak X models is literally zero, you'd either have to take off the factory rails or forgo thinking about using a platform system. The secret from your video is the Yakima lock n load clamps... they will fit nicely with the factory crossbars. Why can't these rooftop specialists just recommend this little nugget that could've solve all Ranger Platinum/Wildtrak X's headaches is beyond my comprehension. Thank you so much for showing the Build of materials screenshot, without it, Yakima themselves didn't even know what the heck i was talking about -_- Liked and subbed faster than my heart could beat! Keep up the good work.
Hey just found your channel and you are a damn natural! The funny family man; you're like a skinny Jim Gaffigan haha. Keep up the great content! Cheers
Great video! Perfect balance of humor and information. I've been banging my head against the wall for a month trying to decided which platform to get. I...like you...am "a cheap man" lol. Good stuff.
I kinda got the gist that this review wasn’t actually a review but I watched the whole way through because it was highly enjoyable. Great work! I can see this channel completely blowing up! Happy to be subbed before the craze and I’ll accept my free gift when the sponsors climb on board! ✌🏽
I love the delivery of your review and all the humorous points are on par with why I would choose the same rack. I’ve been debating about purchasing this rack but Yakima told me the same thing that it wouldn’t fit on my factory rails on my 2020 4runner. Yakima wanted me to by additional parts which would increase the height of the rack which I did not want! Now that I know it would fit my rails with the additional clamps I’m going to pick one up!
Thanks for the complements! So far we’ve had ours loaded up a couple times on the trail and it’s worked out great. It’s a shame their service is so bad. We actually had a bad part in the original box and Ive been trying to get a replacement for two months. They do seem to run the 20% off sale regularly. It was on again over the 4th of July so I would wait until labor day and save yourself a couple hundred bucks.
Some users reported that mounting a Yakima SkyBox on the factory rails results in a scratched roof from the box's mounting clamps. Maybe Yakima feels that it's a similar situation here. Good to know that the Platform works though.
Hey. Wondering how the OEM (with their curved shape) worked with the adaptor/rigid box. And also how they held up under any significant weight. Unfortunately Even with the new landing pads and a direct connect that hit market since this video you need to do the full size 84x54 for the GX without doing any mods, this size won’t fit without cross bars. Would love to not have to also purchase Yakima bars for a few more hundo. Thanks as usual for the informative vid.
I ran this half platform on the OEM curved bars for one season. I ran about 150 pounds up there and probably did 250 to 350 miles of trail that summer. By the end of the summer the bars were pretty much shot. Every time I hit a bump, the platform weight would cause the bow to flex and we’d hear a popping sound. Not really worth it for the cost of the platform. I don’t drive really technical trails and I don’t even drive that fast on the forest roads. This is the main reason we switched to a full platform solution. The bars would have popped out eventually and that would have sucked on the trail.
Just watching your video solved a question... Now I have to order the Yakima Corner brackets.. I was looking for a simple cargo bag when just about any rectangle box would work! .. Thanks
You should check out this video I did all on loading strategy - ruclips.net/video/GeHgcPUryOc/видео.html Plus I teenwolfed my truck with a 6 year old driving in the intro so… thats fun too.
hi, just came across this review of the lock n load. i was curious if you ever had any noise or loud whistling sounds while driving on the road. seems some people have had major issues with this but its rarely ever mentioned in reviews. was wondering if you’ve ever had any issues. thanks!
I have the same Lexus just newer. The factory rails on the new ones are pretty much unusable now. Maybe a half an inch off the roof. I did put some yakima ridge line towers on it and they did great. 600 bucks later but what can you do.
Great video and you are a natural. I want to buy and install this same set up, but was wondering how much higher does the rack sit above the factory rails. I have the Yakima ski racks and want to attach to the top of the locknload. I just don’t think it will fit into my garage with my 2” lift and 32inchers. I do have the rear air bag setup and maybe I could lower upon entering, if I remember????
I believe it was 5.5” from the roof to top of rack. Sorry, I just sold it or Id measure. I have a new E sized locknload ready to assemble when I get a few minutes. I don’t think Id rely on my memory to hit that switch every-time I garaged it but maybe your memory is better than mine : ) Wanting to keep it garaged with the rack on is one reason I haven’t lifted mine yet.
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods With a 2 inch lift it will fit in the garage with the locknload. The ski racks are much taller and I still have a couple of inches. Now I can’t enter while carrying skis. Was the original rack too small after you used it?
Thanks for the great video! Considering the same platform for my 460 as well. One thing I want to make sure is that I can mount my rooftop box onto the platform? How much wider are the platform slats compared to the factory crossbars? Thanks!
Hey, Javier, sorry I missed this. I'd say the slats are a bit wider, maybe an inch? But they also have a kit to add a rooftop box I think. You can use the T slots to mount anything you need as well.
Haha. Love the video. Thanks. “Poor man’s land cruiser “ I had a GX and sold it cause I was too poor to pay for premium hahaha. Anyways entertaining video. I’m at the diy crossed off the list stage. Still leaning toward Front Runner but we’ll see. The dimensions just fit my Forester wilderness better than the stubby Yakima. We’ll see though.
Great video- I have a question that I'm hoping another viewer can help with. I have a pickup with Yakima cross bars over the cab, and I'm looking to get a canopy and then add this platform on that. The problem is I live in a condo with a 6'10 clearance in the parking garage. I'm at 6'9 with the bars... Does anyone know the added height with a rack like this on a canopy? Does it reach higher than crossbars on the cab would? Very specific scenario I know, but I hope someone can give specifics. Thanks!
hello, thanks for the great video, a rare find. I have one question about the OEM crossbar, did you buy from from Lexus parts? and they fit well, unlike the copycats on Amazon?
Thanks! Nope, I used the generic bars I bought on ebay. They fit fine but the set screw that holds the crossed bar into the bracket came loose after a while. This set-up can't carry a ton of wieght due to the low load capacity of the factory bars.
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods what impressed me was simply that you sat on it. I wouldn't want to load any heavier on top of the SUV than that, upset the center of gravity. :)
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods I definitely installed a rich man’s crossbar on a poor man’s land cruiser today, bought the OEM bar and man it was a perfect fit, easy to install
It's worked out great. I generally just carry 3 large boxes up there. I do wish I had opted for a slightly larger size and the weight limit on the factory rails is a big limiting factor but the rack quality is solid after a summer of trail use. Wind noise is moderate. You definitely hear it but I don't notice it unless on the freeway and even then, it's just a low level of white noise.
So I have a Subaru XV (aka Crosstrek) and fitted the yakima crossbars with a view to later adding a Yakima platform. I just thought this should be a no-brainer but (like you) I found the Yakima site no help as to how to make these two products work together! I will persevere. Thanks for a really pro presentation. I will research your material more but I am assuming you managed to spin your channel up to being a success for you? Really great work. Will be looking for more. (Hi from Australia where we find Wombats a better test subject than the cliche kangaroos)
I just ordered Yakima towers for my gx460 rails. Etrailer and rack attack said the Yakima towers and clips (48) should fit the factory rails. Were they mistaken? I haven’t received them yet due to be being back ordered.
Really interested in what your results are. I would love to use a better mount as the factory rails are my weak point. Last weekend I spent 3hours removing the rack and re-torqueing all the connectors. Ive been loading up about 200lbs on it and it started rattling the crossbars loose on the washboard. Please let me know what you find out. If they work Ill do a follow up video to change mine out and give you a shoutout. Thanks!!
I Switched to a full sized locknload this year. The new rack has the fairing right over my sunroof so it’s a bit louder but I don’t think it’s not bad and doesn’t effect my ability to hear audio books or music clearly.
Oh, cool. Yeah, you could def fit a couple bikes, its 55” long so you might need to do a fork mount. I just upgraded to a full sized locknload for more room. Good luck!
Wholly crap. Just ran the KBB on mine. 3K more than I paid for it even though it's been 15 months and I've put 10K miles on it. At least these last forever. You could be shopping for a Kia Sorento ; )
This is brilliant - couldn't subscribe faster!
You've just saved me from my 6 months long headache of trying to find a system for my Ford Ranger Wildtrak X.... you won't believe how IMPOSSIBLE it is to find anyone that knows anything about Ford's Flexible Rack System, it has a cross bar system that can be deployed out or hidden away when there is no rooftop load, but this made the side rails much thicker than all other models of Rangers and as a result, rooftop accessories for owners of the Platinum or Wildtrak X models is literally zero, you'd either have to take off the factory rails or forgo thinking about using a platform system.
The secret from your video is the Yakima lock n load clamps... they will fit nicely with the factory crossbars. Why can't these rooftop specialists just recommend this little nugget that could've solve all Ranger Platinum/Wildtrak X's headaches is beyond my comprehension.
Thank you so much for showing the Build of materials screenshot, without it, Yakima themselves didn't even know what the heck i was talking about -_-
Liked and subbed faster than my heart could beat! Keep up the good work.
Glad I could help!!
Hey just found your channel and you are a damn natural! The funny family man; you're like a skinny Jim Gaffigan haha. Keep up the great content! Cheers
Thanks! New content coming soon.
Great video! Perfect balance of humor and information. I've been banging my head against the wall for a month trying to decided which platform to get. I...like you...am "a cheap man" lol. Good stuff.
Very entertaining and funny, as well as informative too! Very well done!
Glad you enjoyed it!
So we’ll done like a pro! Helpful and entertaining. Just what I needed to know… and more!
Entertaining and informative. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Looking forward to more videos on the GX
Lol... Just found your channel. You, sir, may have just sold me on the roof rack! Looking at this and the Rhino myself!
I kinda got the gist that this review wasn’t actually a review but I watched the whole way through because it was highly enjoyable. Great work! I can see this channel completely blowing up! Happy to be subbed before the craze and I’ll accept my free gift when the sponsors climb on board! ✌🏽
Much appreciated! Sorry for the lack of updates. Ive been slammed with work (thankfully) but circling back with a tires/wheels video soon.
I love the delivery of your review and all the humorous points are on par with why I would choose the same rack. I’ve been debating about purchasing this rack but Yakima told me the same thing that it wouldn’t fit on my factory rails on my 2020 4runner. Yakima wanted me to by additional parts which would increase the height of the rack which I did not want! Now that I know it would fit my rails with the additional clamps I’m going to pick one up!
Thanks for the complements! So far we’ve had ours loaded up a couple times on the trail and it’s worked out great. It’s a shame their service is so bad. We actually had a bad part in the original box and Ive been trying to get a replacement for two months. They do seem to run the 20% off sale regularly. It was on again over the 4th of July so I would wait until labor day and save yourself a couple hundred bucks.
Can you put this on any crossbars?
Some users reported that mounting a Yakima SkyBox on the factory rails results in a scratched roof from the box's mounting clamps. Maybe Yakima feels that it's a similar situation here. Good to know that the Platform works though.
Hey there, great video! What type of T-slot does this rack have? M8? Thank you!
This is an under-appreciated channel, subscribed.
You’re getting in on the ground floor my friend ; )
Hilarious, and a deep dive into the life of a family man!
That was great! Thanks for the chuckle.
Glad you enjoyed it! I climed on the roof again while moving in this updated version - ruclips.net/video/GeHgcPUryOc/видео.html
You couldnt be more right with the flat top look of roof racks on most vehicles lol
Hey. Wondering how the OEM (with their curved shape) worked with the adaptor/rigid box. And also how they held up under any significant weight. Unfortunately Even with the new landing pads and a direct connect that hit market since this video you need to do the full size 84x54 for the GX without doing any mods, this size won’t fit without cross bars. Would love to not have to also purchase Yakima bars for a few more hundo. Thanks as usual for the informative vid.
I ran this half platform on the OEM curved bars for one season. I ran about 150 pounds up there and probably did 250 to 350 miles of trail that summer. By the end of the summer the bars were pretty much shot. Every time I hit a bump, the platform weight would cause the bow to flex and we’d hear a popping sound. Not really worth it for the cost of the platform. I don’t drive really technical trails and I don’t even drive that fast on the forest roads. This is the main reason we switched to a full platform solution. The bars would have popped out eventually and that would have sucked on the trail.
Great review! I'll look for it this weekend, you found the discounts throughout the whole weekend?
Sorry buddy, that review is a year old : ( maybe its on-sale again. Good luck!
Lol....I know what u mean.....great video
Just watching your video solved a question... Now I have to order the Yakima Corner brackets.. I was looking for a simple cargo bag when just about any rectangle box would work! .. Thanks
You should check out this video I did all on loading strategy - ruclips.net/video/GeHgcPUryOc/видео.html Plus I teenwolfed my truck with a 6 year old driving in the intro so… thats fun too.
hi, just came across this review of the lock n load. i was curious if you ever had any noise or loud whistling sounds while driving on the road. seems some people have had major issues with this but its rarely ever mentioned in reviews. was wondering if you’ve ever had any issues. thanks!
There is a bit of wind noise but not pronounced. I believe all racks have that issue to some degree. Hope that helps!
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods thanks for getting back to me.
I agree on Mr T comment. I like the smaller rack, Nicely done dude!
Outstanding fella 🤣👍🍻 all the best from Australia 🇦🇺🍻
Thanks mate!
I have the same Lexus just newer. The factory rails on the new ones are pretty much unusable now. Maybe a half an inch off the roof. I did put some yakima ridge line towers on it and they did great. 600 bucks later but what can you do.
Love your videos. Keep them coming!
Curious if you looked at the ARB Baserack. The Baserack platform is all one piece.
I don’t think it was out here in the US when we made this but ARB makes fantastic kit so Im sure it rocks.
Great video and you are a natural. I want to buy and install this same set up, but was wondering how much higher does the rack sit above the factory rails. I have the Yakima ski racks and want to attach to the top of the locknload. I just don’t think it will fit into my garage with my 2” lift and 32inchers. I do have the rear air bag setup and maybe I could lower upon entering, if I remember????
I believe it was 5.5” from the roof to top of rack. Sorry, I just sold it or Id measure. I have a new E sized locknload ready to assemble when I get a few minutes. I don’t think Id rely on my memory to hit that switch every-time I garaged it but maybe your memory is better than mine : ) Wanting to keep it garaged with the rack on is one reason I haven’t lifted mine yet.
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods With a 2 inch lift it will fit in the garage with the locknload. The ski racks are much taller and I still have a couple of inches. Now I can’t enter while carrying skis. Was the original rack too small after you used it?
Can the crossbars be put at any distance from each other or do they have to be equally spaced?
Fixed positions.
Thanks for the great video!
Considering the same platform for my 460 as well. One thing I want to make sure is that I can mount my rooftop box onto the platform? How much wider are the platform slats compared to the factory crossbars? Thanks!
Hey, Javier, sorry I missed this. I'd say the slats are a bit wider, maybe an inch? But they also have a kit to add a rooftop box I think. You can use the T slots to mount anything you need as well.
Haha. Love the video. Thanks. “Poor man’s land cruiser “ I had a GX and sold it cause I was too poor to pay for premium hahaha. Anyways entertaining video. I’m at the diy crossed off the list stage. Still leaning toward Front Runner but we’ll see. The dimensions just fit my Forester wilderness better than the stubby Yakima. We’ll see though.
Great video- I have a question that I'm hoping another viewer can help with. I have a pickup with Yakima cross bars over the cab, and I'm looking to get a canopy and then add this platform on that. The problem is I live in a condo with a 6'10 clearance in the parking garage. I'm at 6'9 with the bars... Does anyone know the added height with a rack like this on a canopy? Does it reach higher than crossbars on the cab would? Very specific scenario I know, but I hope someone can give specifics. Thanks!
What's a canopy?
I appreciate your humour. :)
And I appreciate you tuning in Agnes! Stay tuned for more.
hello, thanks for the great video, a rare find. I have one question about the OEM crossbar, did you buy from from Lexus parts? and they fit well, unlike the copycats on Amazon?
Thanks! Nope, I used the generic bars I bought on ebay. They fit fine but the set screw that holds the crossed bar into the bracket came loose after a while. This set-up can't carry a ton of wieght due to the low load capacity of the factory bars.
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods what impressed me was simply that you sat on it. I wouldn't want to load any heavier on top of the SUV than that, upset the center of gravity. :)
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods I definitely installed a rich man’s crossbar on a poor man’s land cruiser today, bought the OEM bar and man it was a perfect fit, easy to install
Sorry again, so the curved nature of the crossbar didn’t pose issue with the Yakima anchor/mounting devices?
Great video! I am trying to decide between going with the Lock N Load Platform or the whole Cross Bar/Basket/etc. setup on my truck cap.
I was in the same place. I didn't want to spend the money on a platform but wanted to be low profile. Rola makes a decent looking large basket.
Nicely done
Thumbs up my good man! Its all about Family!
2nd time watching this... tho I'm curious to find out if fuel economy takes a big hit when driving without a load up there.
Not sure... My new rack is twice the size : )
Awesome video. Thanks terribly
Thanks for upload!
How is the Yakima working out? Do you get much wind noise with it?
It's worked out great. I generally just carry 3 large boxes up there. I do wish I had opted for a slightly larger size and the weight limit on the factory rails is a big limiting factor but the rack quality is solid after a summer of trail use. Wind noise is moderate. You definitely hear it but I don't notice it unless on the freeway and even then, it's just a low level of white noise.
So I have a Subaru XV (aka Crosstrek) and fitted the yakima crossbars with a view to later adding a Yakima platform. I just thought this should be a no-brainer but (like you) I found the Yakima site no help as to how to make these two products work together! I will persevere. Thanks for a really pro presentation. I will research your material more but I am assuming you managed to spin your channel up to being a success for you? Really great work. Will be looking for more. (Hi from Australia where we find Wombats a better test subject than the cliche kangaroos)
I just picked up a used 460 I want to trick out...a bit. Im not going to do any of your mods...but it would be entertaining to drink a couple beers.
Great video. I’d love to see shots of how you load yours up!
Yeah, Ive had that request a few times and I have load in/out footage from this year so that may be sooner than later. Its on the list : )
Great review thanks for the info
I give the review a 5 and delivery a 10 for a net score of 9.5.....keep the gx updates coming.
Tires and wheels are coming next. I’ll also do a follow up on the Yakima as we’ve had some issues...
I just ordered Yakima towers for my gx460 rails. Etrailer and rack attack said the Yakima towers and clips (48) should fit the factory rails. Were they mistaken? I haven’t received them yet due to be being back ordered.
Really interested in what your results are. I would love to use a better mount as the factory rails are my weak point. Last weekend I spent 3hours removing the rack and re-torqueing all the connectors. Ive been loading up about 200lbs on it and it started rattling the crossbars loose on the washboard. Please let me know what you find out. If they work Ill do a follow up video to change mine out and give you a shoutout. Thanks!!
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods I finally put on the bars. The yakima towers and clips fit fine on the gx460 factory rails
What is the overall height now from the top of the roof?
How much you want for it
Any issues with wind noise or wind loading?
I Switched to a full sized locknload this year. The new rack has the fairing right over my sunroof so it’s a bit louder but I don’t think it’s not bad and doesn’t effect my ability to hear audio books or music clearly.
Can you still get into most parking garages?
Unless I forget and leave the boxes on it.
Are you able to carry 2 hybrid bikes with that size?
Not sure what a hybrid bike is but I can carry a butt load of camping gear : )
@@WastingTimeInTheWoods just a bike with the straight bars. I just ordered mine yesterday.
Oh, cool. Yeah, you could def fit a couple bikes, its 55” long so you might need to do a fork mount. I just upgraded to a full sized locknload for more room. Good luck!
Cool vids. I wanna see more of that GX!
Just dropped tires and wheels video. Thanks for the support!
Well the platform is "only" $829, but the stuff to attach it runs up the price quite smartly!
Ha ha .. great review..
very entertaining!
Love your channel, planning on getting a GX 460 but have you seen the prices now???? LOL not CHEAP!!!
Wholly crap. Just ran the KBB on mine. 3K more than I paid for it even though it's been 15 months and I've put 10K miles on it. At least these last forever. You could be shopping for a Kia Sorento ; )
Any kin to Alton Brown?