Installing a DeeZee Roof Rack on a 2020 Jeep Wrangler JLU

[@region015]

Love the whole family involvement aspect in overlanding. More topics to discuss with family. Great job 👏

[@395jnky]

Thanks Region. I’m glad you enjoyed. Take care

[@haplo8819]

i have the ez bars with a 23zero rtt, the only thing i did different is i used one of the bars that is supposed to cover the removable tops and put it on under the tent so i have three bars under the rtt. So far been out with it two weeks in west virginia and the extra support of the third bar makes it feel just a bit more solid.

[@395jnky]

That's a great idea...someone else mentioned that too, I think we might do the same...Happy Trails

[@rickbarmore1167]

Great Interaction & hands on training w/your Daughter.

[@395jnky]

Thanks Rick- It was a lot of fun. Take care!

[@blackbeard308]

Family-oriented videos of the best good job 395 Junkie📹🎥😎👍

[@395jnky]

Thanks Blackbeard! Take care

[@djonesey5]

Thank you for taking the time to review the Dee Zee roof rack. I found your explanation of the rack very useful both in terms of whether it might be a useful product for me as well as whether I should consider the creation of my own platform using aluminum extrusion.

[@395jnky]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ASKid24]

I’ve been looking for a video just like this. This rack seems like a great option since I’m very hesitant to drill through my roof. Thanks!

[@395jnky]

Glad I could help

[@Overlanding_4_Sanity]

Heck yeah! Teaching them how to install and how it works is awesome and fun. I’m always asking the boys for help when working on the Jeep or the off-road trailer so they get the hang of how it all works and hand on install so they get the hang of it when they get ready for there’s when the time comes. 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@395jnky]

It’s a blast to wrench with them, but more importantly, like you said, is for them to understand and see how everything works and gets assembled and tightened down, so she can keep an eye on it while out on the trail. See u soon brother!

[@jackbauer9347]

Great video! I was out at Monache two weeks ago. Water was low and the weather was nice.

[@395jnky]

Thanks Jack! Amazing spot isn’t it!

[@NunYa953]

I bought one of these a few weeks ago. Absolutely love it! Make sure you put the wind deflector bracket on it.

[@395jnky]

Thats good to hear. Do you run the rack above the freedom panels too? And is that where you are putting the wind deflector? I dont see her ever using that front rack, and I'm curious if we should put the wind deflector on the back rack.

[@NunYa953]

@@395jnky You will definitely want to put the wind deflector on whichever bar is on the front. I've run with both the front and back on at once, or just the back. That usually just depends on how much space you need. If you are running the front part of it without the wind deflector, you will hear vibration in your ear drums for a week. It's also a VERY good idea to occasionally shake the bars to be sure the are staying tight. On a real rough road I've had some loosen up a little.

[@nickfelix3157]

Is there a wind deflector made specifically for this rack?

[@NunYa953]

@@nickfelix3157 No. What you are thing of is a "fairing". This rack just has a small "L" shaped bracket that goes on the front most crossbar that prevents insanely loud wind noise.

[@YanivWaisman]

@@NunYa953 I have the same rack but don't remember seeing the L shape bracket. Can you share an image?

[@Deriggs007]

A year later, how is it? I just bought it, but my question is more for accessories and what I need to mount things like an awning, or adding some storage boxes etc. not so much an RTT yet.

[@terraformingcats8175]

How has this roof rack held up? Any rusting on the hardware itself? Did you consider some blue loctite on the bolts to keep them from backing out? This is something that's mentioned quite a lot on the JL Wrangler forums for this roof rack, the adding of loctite.

[@deepusasidharan4211]

Great video! Please post any updates/reviews on the Dee Zee rack.

[@395jnky]

So far so good. After the first trip we noticed some of the bolts were coming loose, so I added some blue locktite and no issues since. She loves it and stands up well to the weight of a RTT! Thanks Deepu

[@deepusasidharan4211]

@@395jnky Thanks for the response! Do you think you will be able to use your iKamper along with the DEe Zee Rack because of the low clearance?

[@LookJohnItsaRubicon]

If you’re not going to use the front portion,over the freedom tops, you could use the extra gutter clamps on the main bars, somewhere in the middle. It adds a little added security, and piece of mind. You could add in the extra support feet,when you get them. :)

[@395jnky]

Hi Earl...I love this idea. I think I’ll definitely do this for her next trip. Happy trails.

[@Victoryhomeservices209]

Was out at Monache meadows last weekend great area safe travels your video that you posted a while back at Monache was great helped me find the campsites 👍

[@395jnky]

Hey DM. I’m glad that I was able to help. Happy Trails

[@Sam1986E]

She is adorable. Good video thank you for the review

[@alessandroconcas]

WOW, even if I dont like the system to secure this roof rack NICE VIDEO!!!

[@395jnky]

Thanks!

[@patandjessicasjeepadventur3227]

Dude great video I’m interested to see how this rack works for you guys

[@395jnky]

Hi Pat and Jessica - Thanks for the kind words. And I’m happy to report she just got back from her trip with everything in tact and no issues to report! So far, so good!

[@patandjessicasjeepadventur3227]

395jnky thank you for taking the time to answer back Jessica and I really enjoy your videos and look forward to the next one

[@jeepfreak38]

Great video! I’d love to see a close up of how you attached the tent to the crossbars.

[@395jnky]

Noted! Next time she goes out I'm thinking of doing a review on the Roof Rack and I'll shoot some footage of the tent on top and attached to the rack. Happy Trails

[@BunnyTJ]

It has been a year since you installed this. Is there any chance of a follow-up and a review on this rack? it looks awesome though. Thanks.

[@395jnky]

I haven't done a follow up video yet, but I can tell you my daughter loves it and she hasn't had any issues with it! Great little rack for RTT's that is easy on the wallet!

[@mylefteye]

Cool, laid-back video. Always nice to see families do things together, especially with Jeeps.😎🤙 Just recently got the dee zee rack today so thanks for the reference. Cheers, buddy~🍻

[@395jnky]

Right on. You should be very happy with that rack! Take care!

[@twoallame]

Not sure why there is an attachment over the freedom tops. Cant take them out for that open air feel

[@395jnky]

Very true. But at least the freedom panel rack is separate and apart from the main rack.

[@justoenamigo]

Are these racks still holding up ok?

[@vivinthomas1]

Do you have a link to the roof top tent ?

[@Dollartree-cVp]

Hell Yeah! More everything videos! Even though I Have a Tacoma, LOL

[@395jnky]

More to come!

[@nickfelix3157]

This is an awesome review and definitely helping me out with my decision to get this roof rack. The only thing holding me back is all the wind noise people have reported. What’s your experience so far? Any chance for a video at freeway speeds to hear the noise? Thanks for such a great video!

[@395jnky]

Hi Nick - We never reinstalled the wind deflector after we moved the bars from over the freedom panel to the rear racks. I asked my daughter about wind noise and she said she didn't hear anything on her trip last weekend. However, I did receive a comment from another subscriber who said he has the same rack and it was real bad for him...So we will likely put it on just in case...Perhaps having the RTT on top of the rack contributed to the noise reduction??

[@nickfelix3157]

395jnky that’s great to know. Thanks for such a great review and your response!

[@4LowConcepts]

Awesome videos. I have the same rack and I love it. It’s holding on really well. I run it with my smittybilt tent.

[@395jnky]

I’m glad to hear that. She just got back a few hours ago from her trip and everything held up well. Fingers crossed everything holds up for quite some time! Thx for the comment!

[@Ruboong]

Plz help. Do u think it would fit for my 2door rubicon 2021?

[@SantosProd]

So those small 4 bolts resting on the corners.. were enough to hold a rtt? Whats the weight capacity dynamic and static? Id like to carry kayaks, awning

[@395jnky]

I don’t remember the recommended dynamic and static weight limits, but I know they are greater than that of the RTT. She still uses that rack all the time to hold her RTT with no issues thus far.

[@thejefe1587]

hi it's a great video i have a 2020 jl 2 door do you think it works on my jeep?

[@395jnky]

I think it would. But you should reach out to DeeZee first to just confirm. Thanks for the comment

[@torontoraptors2107]

June 2021. Thanks for this brother. Subd!

[@Gravexero]

Any updates on how it’s holding up?

[@395jnky]

No issues to date. She loves it.

[@jose_jl_ochoa2072]

Hope everything is well. Wondering on how it is holding up?

[@395jnky]

So far, so good...We’re heading out this weekend with her for another trip...

[@jose_jl_ochoa2072]

@@395jnky it would be awesome if you can make a review video. Safe travels

[@jkito13offroadpr77]

Nice upgrate and grate job Dad and daughter 👍, 🤝 from 🇵🇷🙏 and happy trail next time, take care 🙏

[@395jnky]

Thanks Juan Carlos. Take care brother!

[@robertsack257]

Did you have leftover bolts, washers, etc?

[@395jnky]

As I recall, yes we did...

[@LisaMcNeal86]

Hi. I have one of these installed on my JLU - have you found anything to help with the windnoise? I was looking for something to install to just decrease the noise a bit

[@395jnky]

I know it comes with a wind deflector that is supposed to help. We didn't install it on hers because she doesn't mind the noise. Personally, it would drive me crazy.

[@plantbasedprepper]

Thanks for the video. I am waiting on my rooftop tent for my F150 super crew and can't find a rack. Will this one work or do you still recommend a rhino? I've been researching dispersed camping for years and finally decided to go scouting.

[@395jnky]

Personally I like the Rhino Rack, but for my daughter who is on a budget this was a great alternative. I'm not sure if this would work on a F150. But reach out to DeeZee, & perhaps they have something for your truck that would allow it to fit. Take care.

[@plantbasedprepper]

I ended up going with the Rhino Platform 60x54 Rack and having custom tracks installed by Rack Attack in Pasadena. Also just got my Raptor Series Rooftop Tent today! So stoked!!! Going up to Big Bear to scout some yellow post sites first. We aren't ready yet. Got more gear on the way! Never heard of Overlanding before. I just found your channel searching for tents but it's a great way to go Off Grid and Bug Out for Preppers like me too. You are more prepared than I am so kudos to you and your Family!

[@67wildwolf]

great job

[@395jnky]

Thx Frank

[@blueicejk2941]

Pretty lame of DEE ZEE to claim the amount of weight it holds when it is dependent on fibreglass rain gutters. I too am looking for an easily removable rack. Time and use will tell. Great job teaching Dad!

[@395jnky]

Yah...I’m a bit nervous and skeptical myself. For what it’s worth, she made it back from her trip a few hours ago and everything is in tact, and nothing became loose. But we will have to see in 6 months or so if there’s any hairline cracks or not. I’m hoping for the best.

[@joshknichel6222]

@@395jnky I helped design this rack and we have tested the JL Roof at element test labs( they do all of the OEM tests for us and most OEM's) Most of the weight is being handled by the foot that touches off on the roof not the gutter. Hit me up if you need anything.

[@395jnky]

That’s great to know. You guys nailed it. My daughter loves it and we are all headed out again this weekend to continue to put it to test. So far..so good.. Happy Trails

[@joshknichel6222]

@@395jnky I love that you are doing this with the fam, I have 3 girls and wish we lived closer to trails. Plus it has snowed here 3 times already :). I'm headed to AZ in November for a 3 day ride.

[@CatCardona07]

@@395jnky how is it working now? Just got a Willys unlimited and I want to start taking it camping with the fam :) love your videos I’m new at the camping experience and I’m already learning with your videos!

[@texasbest1253]

Any updates on how it is holding up any issues with weight?

[@395jnky]

She just got back from another 3 day trip with the ARB RTT and she has had no issues. I think its safe to assume it was a good investment.

[@raulrodriguez1373]

Anyone happen to know if this roof rack would fit on a 2 door jk? Thanks.

[@395jnky]

I’m not 100% sure about that. The website does show a roof rack for a JK, but the picture is of a JL. You might want to give them a call.

[@carolinares-q4205]

Ok confuse. I have 2017 jku wrangler but said it’s does not fit

[@395jnky]

I'm not sure if DeeZee has a Roof Rack for the JKU. This Jeep was my daughters 2020 JLU.

[@rorycompton8138]

Has she tried taking it through a car wash with that on?

[@395jnky]

She has and no issues...

[@UtahNick71]

Jeep Black hardtops are the worst for scratching.

[@395jnky]

💯

[@PedroLopez-gt6se]

Can i go off roading with you guys

[@ttjeepjl5146]

NEED TO QUITE THE DOG DOWN SO WE CAN HEAR YOU

[@395jnky]

You’re telling me!