Smittybilt Defender Rack!! - Jeep Commander

[@OJCoz]

Love that rack! In my search I never came across that one and so much easier! Good find and great video! Can’t wait to see more Cobra Commander getting built strong.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Thanks Omar! The only other rack that fits the Commander like this is made by Garvin and is almost twice as much!!! Thanks for watching!

[@eugeneenslow8563]

1st thought watching this was your channel. Love the low profile of this basket and how it attaches directly into the rails instead of on the crossbars. Just wish heavier duty rails were available. 150 lb. capacity is pretty inadequate IMO. Also wonder if a wind deflector is available 🤔

[@TomaszW-d2x]

Witam, mam na imię Tomek, jestem z Polski. Podoba mi się jak upiększasz swojego dowódcę. Proszę o informację jaki kosz Smittybilt jest założony i zestaw montażowy. Pozdrawiam i życzę wszystkiego dobrego

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Cześć, w opisie znajdują się informacje dotyczące wszystkiego, co zostało użyte w filmie. Jednak niestety nie wierzę, że już nie produkują tego stojaka. Dzięki za oglądanie.

[@JanKowalski-gl9uh]

cześć tu Radek, udało ci się kupić może ten adapter (Smittybilt DS24-6) do montażu bagażnika??? - , nie potrafię go nigdzie kupić

[@jasonmesler5977]

Does anyone know where u can get the Smittybilt 45504. I've checked several different web site's including the link that was provided and no luck!

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

They are discontinued. 😔

[@chazzbrummett5083]

Hey brother, I talked to you before about getting my own JC and now I'm in this stage but your rack is unavailable and I really want a low profile like yours that doesn't attach to cross bars. Do you have another suggestion on one to get? I can't find one that mounts that way. Thanks bud

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

There is another one, but I forget the name. It's more expensive than the Smittybilt. Just search on google for JC roof basket. Good luck.

[@SoCalSurfer69]

I have an 06 Commander as well but I was looking at a longer Smittybilt rack. The Gazelle tent is longer (67.5") than the rack you installed so I was looking at this one SMITTYBILT DEFENDER RACK WELDED ONE PIECE ROOF RACK - 45654 It is 4.5 foot wide X 6.5 foot long X 4 inch sides. Messuring tomorrow to see if it will fit. Also looking at the Rocky Road lift to get a few inches. I have the load helpers in the rear and need to get the front up a bit.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

The Gazelle tent is a ground tent, isn't it? You wouldn't put it on the roof rack.

[@eugeneenslow8563]

Just food for thought...I just had OME/ARB 2990 springs, Bilstien 4600 struts, and JBA Offroad upper control arms installed on my 2008 5.7L Commander Limited. Gained 3" from ground to fender. MUCH better handling.

[@SoCalSurfer69]

Came back to look at those brackets to put on a Rhino Rack and if they would work to mount it. Finally got the lift done, long wait for the kit.

[@iRacerTyler]

I have the exact rack. Next mod for you: Install an awning, The width of the rack is perfect to mount one.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

You know it's coming!!!! Thanks for watching!

[@joseluribe5460]

Do you have a link to your awning

[@jorihudson7326]

You have cool commander! Need to ask ..Amazon says this track will not fit 2010 4x4 5.7 hemi commander? You say what..? Thanks.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Check the part number and make sure it's correct. Go to Smitybilt's website and verify. Thanks for watching.

[@jorihudson7326]

Will do! And thank you for your help!

[@joseluribe5460]

Do you have another link to the mounting gear they say unavailable

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

No. I think they discontinued them. You might want to contact Smitybilt. Thanks for watching.

[@arturoaviles4564]

Been looking for a roof rack for my Commander, that is low profile and to put lights up, just like that; I think I'm sold on this one. Great review and thorough overview.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Get it. It's still holding up great. Check out my other videos on the awning and cargo box. This is the best roof rack for the Commander. Thanks for watching.

[@camillawulffliedberg2320]

Great video! Love the roof basket, tire table🙌🏻 your rims and toyo tires look awesome, what is the specs on those? Is the Jeep lifted… Thank you

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

265/70/17 and yes the Jeep is lifted. I did a video on the lift and tires. Just search for channel. Thanks for the nice words and thanks for watching!

[@rvierra7235]

Looks pretty cool. The mounting brackets are no longer available and out of production. Found out from a couple of retailers and they are not listed on Smittybilt web site. Might you have come across any other mounting system while doing this project? I was unable to find anything.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Damn. That sucks. I hate to hear stuff like this, but it's the reality of the situation. Not many people mod these vehicles so manufacturers stop supporting the chassis. Thanks for watching.

[@soundboydesign1373]

Sweet rack! Yup, we miss lil Miata! You check your 4x4 is actually engaging yet? Don't go out, without pretest... she looks awesome-solid! Ya might want a light in back once you try reversing in woods in dark...Sent ya some pics...not the same weather lol...your gonna love this you guys, you'll never be home! Keep turning that wrench... one love

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

I haven't checked the 4x4 yet, but the previous owner showed me how to do it and did a very brief demo. The Commander is all-wheel-drive all the time with the ability to go 4-wheel drive so even if the 4x4 didn't engage for some reason I would still have all-wheel-drive. And yes, I'm rethinking the rear lights. I just need a set that's not obnoxious. Thanks for always watching!

[@soundboydesign1373]

You have quadra drive, like me I think? Rear wheel drive until slippage, then front wheels engage...technically 4x4... you want to make sure front drive shaft is spinning...if front end up off ground, spin a wheel...the other wheel will turn opposite direction a revolution or so then engaging with front diff, both spin same direction... or have Kelly watch you do a burnout on gravel to see if all 4 wheels engage...there are a few diff ways to check...you know what your doing...my last tip will be tires...Tires! All comes down to grip and ability to release water, mud, snow...peace

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

I have quadra drive II.

[@Ahmediraqi97]

Hello my friend.. I want this WHEELS ? Where did you buy it

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Quadratec. I did a video about it. Just search my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@dmanuch23]

how to mount boxes to this?

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Watch my Roam Cargo box video! Thanks for watching.

[@oneeyedlama]

Great video. I think the link to the rack is not the one that you installed. Your rack has 8 horizontal bars (not counting the end bars) and the one in the link has 11 horizonal bars. I believe the rack in the link is longer than yours. Can you confirm if what I stated is true. I like your rack and want to buy it, but want to confirm if yours is shorter than the one in the link. Is it possible that you can measure the length of your rack from front to back and let me know ? Also does the mounting hardware come with the rack or do you need to order it separately ? P.s. Watched all your videos and they are excellent. Keep up the great work. I also love what you have done on yoyr commander, awesome vehicle. Thanks - Russell.from 🇨🇦

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

When we get Internet back from the hurricane I will check, but I'm pretty sure I used the same part number that's listed. If you use Amazon vehicle info it should tell you if it fits or not. The pics are not always accurate.

[@oneeyedlama]

@@ExtremeDailyDrivers Ok thanks for the reply. Hope all is well after the storm. - Russell

[@jagdniva8396]

Grüße aus germany lg

[@bobmanjarrez868]

Nice rack! I installed a rack on my Commander and like you say on the crossbars, a rack would look too high above the roof. This rack looks better but I think it still looks too high above the roof. I am planning to use my original cross bars and bolt them directly onto the rails and then install the rack. Keep up making the great Videos!

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Although I'm really happy with the Smittybilt rack, I do wish it was even lower. I have seen some low profile platforms that look cool. Good luck with your Commander and thanks for watching!

[@bobmanjarrez868]

@@ExtremeDailyDrivers I need my rack as low as possible because I will also be installing a canoe rack and I want as much room as possible for gear on the rack while I am also carrying my canoe.

[@Fabio-wz3yg]

it looks awesome, what kind of lift you have, tire size and spacers please ?

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

I did a video on the lift. Just search the channel. Thanks for watching.

[@turtlebaysup9539]

That rack looks amazing! Great choice.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Thanks!! I can't wait to attach a bunch of stuff to it!! Stay tuned and thanks for watching!

[@kristylynn4099]

Looks great and super functional.

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Thanks! Lots more coming! Thanks for watching!

[@JC-hx6md]

First XDD Nation!!!

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Winner!

[@gamekingkiler]

Nice

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Thanks

[@JC-hx6md]

Dude the CC looks money! I know you dislike light bars but one on the rear of the rack at an angle to F off tailgating dipsticks would be badass! The CC is coming out straight fire, the spot lights and exhaust should compliment it perfectly and as for next week, I see two intros no1 Kelly pulls up on a freshly sprayed shiny Miata or 2...surprise surprise we sold the Miata! I'll be watching either way, cheers guys!

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Spoiler alert...we did not sell the Miata. No way we're selling that after all of the work we put into it. I'm considering some reverse lights on the back of the rack, but no, never a light bar. Lol. Thanks for always watching!!