Toyota Roof Racks

coolerthanice · 09-25-2003, 04:39 PM

I bought some Toyota Roof Racks for the Tacoma Double cab. My dealership said at least $300 for the install of them. Does this seem reasonable or should I look elsewhere? They do require drilling into the roof. THanks.

Andrey · 09-25-2003, 04:43 PM

$300 seems a bit high for just drilling 8 holes. If you're pretty comfortable with the drill, it should be pretty simple to do on your own.

-- Andrey

coolerthanice · 09-25-2003, 05:23 PM

Thats what I thought. There are no instructions and even though im comfortable with a drill, this is a mistake i dont want to make.

NCSU-4runner · 09-25-2003, 10:37 PM

300 bucks for a roof rack install ! ! !

it costs $10 in parts, its really not that hard. i just remounted my factory roof rails with bolts (as opposed to stock using screws) to make it stronger. as long as you take your time and position the rack THEN drill the holes theres no problem. id never pay the stealership that kinda dough for something that simple. couple bolts and some caulk sealant and you're set.

coolerthanice · 09-25-2003, 10:46 PM

the racks cost $170 and they include the little threaded metal bits that somehow attach to the roof in which the screws hold the racks down. i dont know how it works though.

Yoter · 09-25-2003, 11:07 PM

*SARCASM MODE ON*Oh yes guys these roof racks are so hard to put on a rig. It takes six hours to install. At $50 an hour for those 6 hours will cost $300. *SARCASM MODE OFF* LOL Tell them to shove it and do it yourself. Its easy. Im sure a fellow YotaTechy can loan you the proper tools or give a helping hand. If you were in my area i'd help you. Good luck.

09-25-2003, 04:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
coolerthanice Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: California Posts: 44	Toyota Roof Racks I bought some Toyota Roof Racks for the Tacoma Double cab. My dealership said at least $300 for the install of them. Does this seem reasonable or should I look elsewhere? They do require drilling into the roof. THanks. __________________ 2003 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Double Cab Mods: Custom Dual Flowmaster ISR Mod Deck-Plate Mod Clear Corners Toyota Roof Racks Rain Visors Chrome Step Bars Infinity Speakers powered by RF 801x amp RE 18XXX sub powered by HiFonics bx1500d (for now)

09-25-2003, 04:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
Andrey Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,007	$300 seems a bit high for just drilling 8 holes. If you're pretty comfortable with the drill, it should be pretty simple to do on your own. -- Andrey __________________ '01 4Runner SR5 - 4x4 - 1" lift PP springs, deckplate mod, amsoil air filter, optima battery, alum. skid plate, alum. tube steps - Pioneer 8500MP, PhoenixGold Amp + Infinity Kappas, RockfordFosgate Amp (mono) + Audobahn 10" Sub - Yakima roof rack, Silverstars, Black Pearl emblems, Wet Okole seat covers, Wood Trim - TRD Supercharger, 7th inj. kit... weee heee!!!

09-25-2003, 05:23 PM	#3 (permalink)
coolerthanice Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: California Posts: 44	Thats what I thought. There are no instructions and even though im comfortable with a drill, this is a mistake i dont want to make. __________________ 2003 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Double Cab Mods: Custom Dual Flowmaster ISR Mod Deck-Plate Mod Clear Corners Toyota Roof Racks Rain Visors Chrome Step Bars Infinity Speakers powered by RF 801x amp RE 18XXX sub powered by HiFonics bx1500d (for now)

09-25-2003, 10:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
NCSU-4runner Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 1,599	300 bucks for a roof rack install ! ! ! it costs $10 in parts, its really not that hard. i just remounted my factory roof rails with bolts (as opposed to stock using screws) to make it stronger. as long as you take your time and position the rack THEN drill the holes theres no problem. id never pay the stealership that kinda dough for something that simple. couple bolts and some caulk sealant and you're set. __________________ Jeremy, 94 4Runner Turbo Leaf Spring SAS front - Coilover 4link rear (starts December) / Supra Swap My Truck is featured on Supracharged.com - Home of the original Supra swap and Forum One of two things will happen, I will die, or the truck will be finished. I'm not sure which will be first.

09-25-2003, 10:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
coolerthanice Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: California Posts: 44	the racks cost $170 and they include the little threaded metal bits that somehow attach to the roof in which the screws hold the racks down. i dont know how it works though. __________________ 2003 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Double Cab Mods: Custom Dual Flowmaster ISR Mod Deck-Plate Mod Clear Corners Toyota Roof Racks Rain Visors Chrome Step Bars Infinity Speakers powered by RF 801x amp RE 18XXX sub powered by HiFonics bx1500d (for now)

09-25-2003, 11:07 PM	#6 (permalink)
Yoter Guest Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 5,050	SARCASM MODE ONOh yes guys these roof racks are so hard to put on a rig. It takes six hours to install. At $50 an hour for those 6 hours will cost $300. SARCASM MODE OFF LOL Tell them to shove it and do it yourself. Its easy. Im sure a fellow YotaTechy can loan you the proper tools or give a helping hand. If you were in my area i'd help you. Good luck.

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