DESIGN and BUILD your own $1700 ROOF RACK for your Toyota 4Runner for $500.

[@edselreynoso3438]

You applied your skills well. Not only did you engineer a great rack, you manufactured it to high standards. I especially like the way you shot and presented the information. Camera on a tripod is always better than a hand held shaky vid. The time lapse was interesting and your step by step had lots of good info. Great job. Very inspiring.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks really appreciate it. I tried my best to focus on the key points and highlights. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@jeffreygarcia874]

Wow! Great job!!! That finished product was 100% well done!

[@nj5550]

that is sweet! now go public and sell your roof rack! good luck!!!

[@kram03yout]

If any interests on making another please let me know. I would totally build one but I just don’t have the tools. Thanks man

[@eg318]

Very nice to see a young guy to have a great craft with a solid head on his shoulder. Nice Job.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks Edward! I’ll do my best to keep my head solid👍 or stay on the right path

[@strawberryjoe6545]

Bro, you are like a 4Runner handcraft god to me! Thank you so much for sharing

[@RathaSochenda]

😊

[@haiderafshan4887]

Good luck Ratha building your own accordingly to your needs..

[@davebugatto9042]

You are awesome! Way to go making yourself. Something to be proud of. Happy camping!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thank you. Really appreciate the kind words. And thanks for watching

[@roxifbabyyy]

Love this video! Everything looks so good :)

[@xz3r0r]

This is awesome. I'm most impressed about the solid works being a current ME student. I thought about doing the weldment feature as well. That model is on point.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thats awesome to hear from a fellow ME student. Its cool what you can do with the weldment feature.

[@jimyang556]

Great roof rack. I also have a 4th gen 4Runner. If you have time, I would order one. The low profile and basket is what I’m really interested in.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks maybe if i have time one day.

[@budnixon]

its a great way to show "how much" in material it might cost in real world. Being a DIY-er myself, we tend to forget the value of time until it catches up to us, as well as general costs of owning the tools. While DIY projects are great, they are not for everyone's consideration, but rather a great way to get an idea of what to ask from a local custom shop. Hope everyone gets my point of why "custom" work costs so much more than a production line product! Video quality (sound/video/way you show what & how) is great! Thumbs up definitely, keep it up!

[@RathaSochenda]

Well said. There are so many factors that go into “custom” stuff. And I hope people understand why stuff like this can add up in cost. If you like building your own stuff and enjoy learning the process then I think being a DIYer has its benefits over off the shelf bought stuff…

[@bradgubanich8865]

Wow beautiful creation. Very inspiring. Sure helps having that software.

[@RathaSochenda]

🙏🏽

[@toliy8054]

I’m legit impressed, love the engineering aspects. You’re a real inspiration.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks!

[@jonjonword6222]

Brilliant! Great work sir!

[@RathaSochenda]

😊

[@Dutch1951x]

Sweet! Mines going to be similar on my Bronco. Thanks for the video.

[@RathaSochenda]

that's awesome! Glad the video helped!

[@ferrytrembucker7186]

Great job bro !

[@RathaSochenda]

Appreciate it!

[@franciscomenendez6310]

Great job and this is going to definitely inspire people!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. that’s the goal!

[@michaelgarcia4479]

INCREDIBLE! great video! Such a good rack. I don't understand the 10 dislikes. This build was dope!

[@RathaSochenda]

I know right 😂🤙🏾

[@jonnyhalo1041]

Those dislikes are the ones that can not do this themselves. I for one agree to this being a great rack!

[@stanfausnacht5237]

Great build! Nice video as well.

[@1cjoseph11]

The epitome of measure twice and cut once. Great job.

[@georgemiron6033]

Great job

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks! And thank you for watching

[@draganvidic8177]

Love it!!! Ur inspiring many projects here, I just gotta make a start! 😂

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Starting is the hardest part but you got this!

[@HOLOCULT]

Looks awesome!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks really appreciate it!👍

[@victormendoza590]

Great job man. Smart

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks!

[@mannyechaluce3814]

do another take, this time, jump from top, tuck and roll :D dramatic finale !

[@RathaSochenda]

lol ninja style. Maybe when I do roofrack 2.0

[@oneshotpete6.591]

Great job sir !!!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks!

[@aluldiam2926]

Awesome inspiratif

[@day1fishing603]

Awesome

[@Mrlnrsls]

Hella cool 😎 good job ! I wish I could build mine !

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks brotha!

[@ElephantSoul]

Good work ❤❤

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks 🔥

[@VersaceRedneck]

Great Rack very impressed. I am looking to build one as well because the weight capacity of all the racks on the market are 150 to 180lbs. What is the weight capacity of your rack? estimated ?

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Glad you like it. Right now I would say ~100lbs.

[@De_forresto]

Looks great!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Really appreciate it. Glad you like it!

[@De_forresto]

@@RathaSochenda currently making a similar rack out of aluminum for my Tacoma

[@RathaSochenda]

That’s awesome!

[@davidnkv9224]

Would you make an in depth video of how you made it in solidworks??

[@RathaSochenda]

Maybe one day 🤔

[@davidnkv9224]

@@RathaSochenda im just starting to learn solidworks and want to also build my own rack/ bumper:)

[@RathaSochenda]

@@davidnkv9224 that's awesome. I'm hoping if I have some time I can make a tutorial in Solidworks on how to design overlanding stuff.

[@TheQuito213]

Awesome video, do you model everything in a single part file? or model things seperately and add to assembly

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks! It really Depends on the design. But generally I model a master part file then add subassembly’s or hardware in the master assembly

[@joserefugiovallinhernandez4063]

Excelente trabajo!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks!

[@jtouneh]

Excellent design and fab of the roof rack and amazing descriptions. When are you going to do video loading your John boat? I just bought a 12 foot aluminum boat weigh about 104 lbs. I have a 2011 Subaru Outback with factory racks. I am still trying to figure out how to revise the factory rack to secure the boat. The car racks is 41 inches long and the boat width is 57 inches.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks! Jon boat mounts are done and working great. Just haven’t had the time time to edit the video. I’m hoping soon. Stay tune....

[@lylestavast7652]

Nice looking job son !

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks man!

[@orion-viikhmernight2748]

Awesome design brother can design one for my 2006 humvee?

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. I just did this for fun

[@jasonallicock9900]

Nice job man. Can you state the size of the tubing used for the rails.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Size would be 1" x .065" (16 gauge). Hope that helps.

[@Mraudiophyl]

Do you take custom design work? I need a roof rack designed for my 86 Suzuki Samurai tintop! And can't find anything anywhere that I like!

[@RathaSochenda]

Unfortunately not at the moment. Sorry.

[@VersaceRedneck]

Thank you. I need a rack system that can hold 250lbs. I've been doing the load calculations using Unistrut and they have a rating of 2k to 5k depending on span. Wind loads is my biggest question? 80 mph wind force ??? Thoughts???? any help is much appreciated...Thank you Rich

[@islandcowboy4252]

You made your own GOBI rack! Great job and keep up the good work

[@RathaSochenda]

Joseph Mangarfir haha I tried. Thanks 😊

[@firebir11]

I had a coworker once, from Cambodia, was one of the nicest, most decent friends I ever had....very nice job 👍

[@RathaSochenda]

That’s awesome. Thanks for watching. 👍

[@jordanniagara3131]

Amazing job! Something to definitely be proud of.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks

[@4godandcountry663]

How hard is a project like this if you’ve never welded before? 1-10 10 being hardest

[@RathaSochenda]

in my opinion I would say a 7.

[@ezeNdog]

Dam man that looks awesome.. I'm in the same boat .. I'm a cheap S.O.B. that likes nice things... I was wondering about the mounts next to the sun roof... R there factory holes there already?

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Yup there are factory mounting locations up front near the sunroof and and in the rear near the lift gate.

[@john.wick1]

Awesome..... Now, let's SERIOUSLY talk about me hiring you to build a custom luggage rack for my H2 Hummer. I can't find one retail that I like, but I have the exact design of a custom build that I would love to have. And no worries, I'll either drive to you for retrieval, or I will pay for freight shipping.

[@phatso786]

This is nice. I would like to build my own, but it definetly wont turn out like this.

[@RathaSochenda]

I'm sure it will turn out even better!

[@samprokop]

hands down the cleanest DIY roof rack and a great video. I am totally in love with the basket idea and the finished product is soooooooooo good.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks

[@TheMizarc1]

Nice Job

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks man!

[@bulldogneon]

fantastic fab

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks!

[@julioaldama5519]

I want one for my land cruiser fj80, can you do that? Looks very nicely

[@RathaSochenda]

Haha maybe one day 😂👍

[@mjoet731]

You did amazing work, and this is absolutely beautiful, but....I can see why companies charge $1700. That's a LOT of work!!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Yeah it really is a lot of work when said and done. Your right these types of roofrack are worth every penny and companies do deserve to charge $$$.

[@CarlosMartinez-xv5zd]

Man you can make alot of money selling them! Great job 👍.

[@Appokalis]

This a great opportunity for you to establish a good side business building custom roof racks . I’m impressed. Cool t-shirt as well, been looking for one like that. Awesome...just awesome!!!

[@RathaSochenda]

One day

[@ProjectPete]

First, become a mechanical engineer. Next, pay over 2000 dollars for SolidWorks license. :) 😂 Just playin' Great job!

[@RathaSochenda]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@АлександрБарсуков-в1я]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@muchmorethan10words]

You like fishing trout?

[@RathaSochenda]

Yeah

[@gagandeepdhillon9963]

First view...first comment! Great content! This is inspiration for me to build a rack that serves my needs better. Look forward to your other videos bro! Keep it up!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks brotha. Can’t wait to see you build yours!

[@overlandersnorthwest]

I'm about to order my $2k Gobi Stealth Rack. No way I can make this but much props man..

[@RathaSochenda]

Awesome man and congratulations that rack is going to serve you well.

[@UNKPCRIDE]

what material did you use for the spacers? Nice work!

[@RathaSochenda]

TPU. Thanks

[@UNKPCRIDE]

Ratha Sochenda where did you get it? Trying to find it myself.

[@RathaSochenda]

UNKPCRIDE oh I 3D printed it lol. You can fine some aluminum ones. Just search standoffs

[@jamespaynter8115]

Has anyone else tried this out? vid looks great... how does it go for a non-pro ?

[@MrIsrael211]

I NEED one for my X. Awesome job bud. High quality work!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks man

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

One more, what CAD software do you recommend for a hobbyist fabricator? I started playing with Google sketch up because it's free. But I'm open to other recommendations.

[@RathaSochenda]

Fusion360 Will be a good start

[@johnkruk6929]

Congratulations Ratha Sochendra you are great Mechanical Engineer. Top Job , you make it look so easy thank you for this demonstration of your skills loved your presentation .

[@RathaSochenda]

Appreciate it

[@bradblakeney610]

Freaking awesome. I want to build a Land Rover defender type of basket roof rack for my 89 montero Trying to decide what metal to use Thought of 1 inch electrical conduit or uni strut

[@brihan24]

why didn't you just weld the basket to the mounts. makes no sense to use bolts and more bolts it you already measured it. it's only going on 1 way, so WELD IT. save the bolts money for beer.

[@RathaSochenda]

Good point next time 🍻

[@michaelblair3357]

Great video. I want to make a similar one for my Excursion. I want to be able to put chairs on top of it so we can sit on the roof. Do you think it is sturdy enough to do that? Any changes you would make?

[@RathaSochenda]

I think so

[@millarfarewell5343]

I love this video! Your planning, drafting and execution are great. I recently made a lumber rack for my new Ridgeline and I did a lot of similar things. I also enjoyed your video on modifying an engine stand for your tube bender. You should consider buying a CrossFire cnc plasma cutting table to help with cutting parts. I love mine.

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks Millar. If I get serious, hopefully I can save up for a ShopSabre SideKick 8 CNC Plasma Table.

[@millarfarewell5343]

@@RathaSochenda The SideKick is a nice looking cnc table, BUT it is really big for a shop your size. Think about what you might be cutting out on a cnc table and see if you need that 4 x 8 size. I have the smallest table Langmuir make (2' x 2') and I'm making all kinds of brackets, tabs and belt grinder parts.

[@RathaSochenda]

@@millarfarewell5343 yeah your probably right... At minimum I would want a 4x4 table. I tend to outgrow things quickly.

[@richlien5598]

Great video. Way better than Gobi which is over priced. Where can I get materials for the wind deflector? Thanks

[@RathaSochenda]

Made from 5052 AL x .190 thick I believe

[@aeliayousaf]

always get excited to see diy builds that say it can be done cheap but then realize you need $2000+ of equipment lol

[@RathaSochenda]

😂😆

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

As an engineer and fabricator, do you find yourself wishing we were on the metric system or do you like the imperial system?

[@RathaSochenda]

I don’t mind but if I had to choose metric would be ncie

[@andrewcheshire244]

Did you consider aluminium for the job? It's about 4 times lighter.

[@RathaSochenda]

I did at one point but I didn’t have the capability to weld aluminum.

[@likits1999]

Awesome build. I have something similar going on with my 01 Tacoma. I will epoxy primer it and do a satin black single stage or rhino liner for when I have to weld on brackes for my PIIAs all around. Even if it's a self build, it's expensive but it's made to fit your needs and the pride value counts too. Please show a video of your add ons!!!

[@alexirvine3214]

Great, concise, well presented video of a very tastefully done roof rack. Kudos!

[@RathaSochenda]

🙏🏽

[@amirhosseinkermani3695]

how much does it weigh? and in your opinion how heavy can a roof rack get before it affects vehicle stability ?

[@RathaSochenda]

~90 lbs.

[@mandaparaeu]

The roof rack plans is not available anymore..... Is it possible to make it available?

[@RathaSochenda]

Sure shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@josenegron7738]

Great job, build me one please

[@philclark6175]

So I don’t have your skills to build a roof rack. Would you be willing to build one for me?

[@RathaSochenda]

Unfortunately I just did this for fun

[@stefan3225]

You can buy the wind fairing separately from most manufacturers

[@RathaSochenda]

Nice. Good to know

[@ToolsOutsideTheBox]

This is interesting. I’m just going with a Smittybilt for less than $500

[@RathaSochenda]

good for you!

[@nathan6389]

I know that drop from the car roof must have hurt ya ankles bro

[@RathaSochenda]

Was that drop high to you? Good thing I got strong knees. 👍

[@rsrcdotcom]

Ha yea I used to be able to do that. Enjoy those knees while you can. :-)

[@RathaSochenda]

Lol I’ll try

[@SirWilliamGoes]

Great work man

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks glad you liked it.

[@youngmers]

Have you noticed any extra wind noise from the rack. Does the deflectors help at all?

[@RathaSochenda]

I was actually surprise, no noise at all. I definitely think the wind deflector solve that.

[@johnwilson5662]

That is a awesome design. I wish I knew how to weld I'm curious how much would you charge to make one for a equinox

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks.

[@xavior718]

This was all 1” OD x .065 thick tubing? @ 4:04, the tubing appears to be a lot thicker than that. I’m starting to plan my build also and thought .065 wall might be a little thin and go with .120 instead but that looks like .120 in the video.

[@RathaSochenda]

My plans show all tube sizing.😉

[@xavior718]

⁠@@RathaSochendayea I saw your plans calls .065 wall but it looks thicker in the video and that wink emoji is really throwing me off. 😂

[@codemasters_]

the roof rack is sick man, what is the payload? how many kgs do you think you can put on top of it?

[@RathaSochenda]

Same as gobi roofrack as far as load

[@GreenGate210]

Hey amigo would you like to build it for me? Then come to pick up it, I am trucker over the road, I hope you answer me.i have 2003 Toyota 4Runner limited

[@RathaSochenda]

I just did this one for fun

[@GreenGate210]

@@RathaSochenda, it is for fun but it’s nice work, the roof rack and the ladder are expensive, what you think amigo about those roof racks, wich one can fit my 4tunner? ARKSEN 84 x 50 Inch Universal Extra Wide 150LB Heavy Duty Roof Rack Cargo with Extension Car Top Luggage Holder Carrier Basket for SUV, Truck, & Car Steel Construction Or XCAR Roof Rack Carrier Basket Rooftop Cargo Carrier with Extension Black Car Top Luggage Holder 64"x 39"x 6" Universal for SUV Cars Gracias

[@jro1560]

Interwest metals!!! Where in WA you at? Great video

[@RathaSochenda]

Seattle

[@feliperoa8344]

Genial amigo ! Can you please put subtitles in Spanish, thanks

[@RathaSochenda]

I’ll try next time. Thanks

[@jasonhung8029]

will these dimensions work with a 2005 4runner?

[@RathaSochenda]

Yes 2003-2008 4runner

[@Mopar_illmatic]

Can I pay you to do one for me?

[@1993Revhead]

This is the best one I've seen 🤟

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks brotha 🤙🏼

[@MrBuivanthien]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks 🙏🏽

[@dougguevara4104]

Wow this is incredible. Planning to copy some of this for mine but using aluminum instead. Thanks

[@8151noname]

Well done, Nice Rack.

[@bigskyscott4092]

Outstanding! I am totally impressed with your skills!

[@jsfge]

This is awesome! Cant wait to see how you do the rear tire mount!

[@RathaSochenda]

Thanks. Me too just takes a lot longer when I got to film and edit. But hopefully soon🤙🏾

[@benbricker469]

if only we could all just walk out in the garage and do this..

[@RathaSochenda]

Maybe one day 🤙🏾

[@thotran8273]

will it fit 5th 2021 4runner sr5? thanks

[@RathaSochenda]

Unfortunately only the 4th gen