Harbor freight cargo basket and roof rails initial impressions. Is it a good value or junk?

In this video, I discuss my initial impressions of both the harbor freight universal roof mount crossbars, and the harbor freight roof mount cargo carrier basket; what my thoughts are, how durable it seems, what defects I found, and if I think it’s going to hold up over time. I will leave a  link below to HarborFreight if you want to pick these up. The cargo basket is $99.99 and the roof rails are $79.99. thanks again for watching and will see you on the next one.
Rooftop universal crossbars: www.harborfreight.com/univers...
Rooftop cargo carrier basket: www.harborfreight.com/150-lb-...

[@Krma-3]

Replace the screws That come with it with higher quality makes a huge difference

[@birdiespajamas]

I bought this rack in 2021. Haven't taken it off my car since I bought it. No rust. Still sturdy. Just a bit of paint coming off. I live in the PNW 😁

[@TheJayHamish]

Thank you for that feedback. I too live in the PNW. I plan on sanding and repainting before actually using it. I noticed a few rub marks just from the cardboard packaging.

[@michaelhart738]

I have no cargo to haul on the top of my 21 Explorer Timberline BUT........I just want one for the rugged appearance it provides. I just like the looks of the basket. Great vid Sir!

[@TheJayHamish]

Thank you!

[@crzjohn4275]

the excess rail length i could see strapping fishing rods across.. get red end caps so people maybe see it and dont lose an eyeball running into them..

[@chillios2222]

I have the fat crossbars hoping it will fit

[@Villain1v1]

Youre roof looks like a rack store

[@WendzDarKnight08]

When people add stuff on their rooftop and complain about noise. Lawls

[@pjp967]

do they have a bigger center part of the rack to make it a bit longer if needed?

[@TheJayHamish]

No, not that I’m aware of.

[@MrMikolMunoz]

What did you use to cut them?

[@TheJayHamish]

I used my Ryobi 18v reciprocating saw with a metal cutting blade, or hacksaw blade.

[@Villain1v1]

Why the he#% do you have so much on youre roof 😂