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Looking for some installation help. For the front brackets, how are you guys moving the nut behind the bed? If you need pics I can provide those but I figure if you’ve installed you know what I’m talking about
 

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Pictures to come once my local shop finishes cutting the washers and I get it all set up in its final state but if anyone is looking for a super low profile flat rack, the new design Rhino Pioneer platforms are absolutely amazing and can be fastened straight to the top of the cap when you set the bars on 50cm centers. I gained an inch and a half, maybe two inches in overall height.
 

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Looking for some installation help. For the front brackets, how are you guys moving the nut behind the bed? If you need pics I can provide those but I figure if you’ve installed you know what I’m talking about
Are you talking about the 21's that don't have the threads anymore? I'd almost suggest drilling it out, painting the hole, and installing a rivnuit/nutsert. Otherwise I've typically used a magnet on a stick to place nuts in places I can't reach.
 

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I've read all 43 pages, and aside from delayed shipments, it appears these are solid performers and good looking. I had (maybe have??) an RSI Smartcap on order and everything has been a complete disaster with the experience, so now I'm thinking the RLD may be a better choice. I'm going to check availability with my dealer.
 

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Help!:

So I've got it on there today, finally. Been a struggle in the PNW to find a dry day where I could get an extra pair of hands to lift. As it sits, I have all the brackets installed finger tight, and the final note in the instructions says "The D-shaped seal should only compress +-30%" -this statement has me confused.

I am considering getting my 200 lb. Friend to sit on the roof while I make the final torque. That way it would be all snug with the seal pre compressed for when this thing takes a load on top. Or I can pull down each one individually and tighten them down. But I don't want all the weight of my roof top tent and my family to be on the bolts!

The instructions kind of suck, or maybe I'm applying too much overthinking logic... what did you do?

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Help!:

So I've got it on there today, finally. Been a struggle in the PNW to find a dry day where I could get an extra pair of hands to lift. As it sits, I have all the brackets installed finger tight, and the final note in the instructions says "The D-shaped seal should only compress +-30%" -this statement has me confused.

I am considering getting my 200 lb. Friend to sit on the roof while I make the final torque. That way it would be all snug with the seal pre compressed for when this thing takes a load on top. Or I can pull down each one individually and tighten them down. But I don't want all the weight of my roof top tent and my family to be on the bolts!

The instructions kind of suck, or maybe I'm applying too much overthinking logic... what did you do?

Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979
That graphic is great. Where’d you get it??
 

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Help!:

So I've got it on there today, finally. Been a struggle in the PNW to find a dry day where I could get an extra pair of hands to lift. As it sits, I have all the brackets installed finger tight, and the final note in the instructions says "The D-shaped seal should only compress +-30%" -this statement has me confused.

I am considering getting my 200 lb. Friend to sit on the roof while I make the final torque. That way it would be all snug with the seal pre compressed for when this thing takes a load on top. Or I can pull down each one individually and tighten them down. But I don't want all the weight of my roof top tent and my family to be on the bolts!

The instructions kind of suck, or maybe I'm applying too much overthinking logic... what did you do?

Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979


Jeep Gladiator RLD designs pic request 16103256007796495100882070927979
Best way to do it is to get the bracket where you have a slight gap between the bracket and cap and then tighten the rail bolt completely. The weight of the cap and the cap-bracket bolt will get you plenty of squish.

I also strongly suggest adding a layer of adhesive-backed foam to the top of the front rail or you're probably going to have a slight gap. Easier to do now than later.
 

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That graphic is great. Where’d you get it??
Trail scales, awesome product! They're extra thick and have been amazing for protecting the side of the truck from bush damage and pin stripes. The graphic i chose, you can chose Adobe files and they can print whatever you want on the vinyl pieces. I went with clear, to match the colour, it comes out a little matte.
 

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Trail scales, awesome product! They're extra thick and have been amazing for protecting the side of the truck from bush damage and pin stripes. The graphic i chose, you can chose Adobe files and they can print whatever you want on the vinyl pieces. I went with clear, to match the colour, it comes out a little matte.
Thanks. Sounds awesome.
 

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I did end up getting my friend to sit up on top while I tightened everything down, it worked great and compressed the seal great. I didn't have to do any cutting or bending or drilling, even with my built right panels in place. Just lots of micro adjustments and messing around. I'm blown away by how perfectly it fits! Seems like they really have it dialed in now.

The only thing I cant figure out, is what this long skinny piece is for. I think it came with my crossbars? Its stainless steel like everything else, and powder coated like everything else too. It has 2 small holes in the ends, smaller holes than any 9n the bolts provided.

But its not listed in the instructions or materials list anywhere. And I am losing my mind trying to figure out where it goes...

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I did end up getting my friend to sit up on top while I tightened everything down, it worked great and compressed the seal great. I didn't have to do any cutting or bending or drilling, even with my built right panels in place. Just lots of micro adjustments and messing around. I'm blown away by how perfectly it fits! Seems like they really have it dialed in now.

The only thing I cant figure out, is what this long skinny piece is for. I think it came with my crossbars? Its stainless steel like everything else, and powder coated like everything else too. It has 2 small holes in the ends, smaller holes than any 9n the bolts provided.

But its not listed in the instructions or materials list anywhere. And I am losing my mind trying to figure out where it goes...

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hey I had the same question with that bar. Found out it’s supposed to sit on the front of the bin before you attach the canopy. It fills the gap there, as the bin on that side drops down a bit. I didn’t figure that out till after I installed and as of now I can’t be bothered to redo everything, especially given the weather seal is tight back there (although not +-30%). To be clear, I’m talking about the side near the cab.

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Quick question, what size hardware did they provide to mount the rack to the cap? 12mm?
 
 



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