What is Reddit's opinion of ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket?

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I use the Rola V-Tex basket. It's big enough for gear (We also have two sizable dogs) during road trips as long as that gear is in water proof cases. It's tubing is beefy and can easily handle an awning. I will admit that it's not quiet. It produces noticeable wind noise but I had it on my Jeep Grand Cherokee first and now the Forester for a total of five years. On the Forester I mounted it as far back as I could and leveled it so that helps.

https://smile.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=rola&qid=1610209462&sr=8-3

Coated it in truck bed liner spray and used silicon caulk where the two halves of the rack meet to keep water out.

I also have a ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket, and combined with the hitch cargo carrier, I’m good to go. Only problem, we live on an island, so I don’t really go more than 30 miles each way

I got it on Amazon and then bought the extension off of etrailer. I made nutserts with rivnuts and drilled aluminum channel to the fiberglass. Got the idea from others who have done the same on yotatech

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ROLA, it’s my second rack. This one definitely nicer that the “harbor freight” or “no-name” ones.

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_HCBVKHPT5A8N6A6KKK5V?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Is this it?

https://www.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=asc_df_B004R34HDC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312061937753&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3429772591275931464&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev...

Rola makes a decent one that won't break the bank. I ran one until I could do a "better" rack that really wasn't any better. It comes disassembled and you have to put together. The only thing you'll want to do is seal the joints with silicone as you assemble, keeps it from getting water inside. ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4td-Bb49V7DMK

I bought this. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004R34HDC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

I've had it over a year - no whistling, no decreased mileage, and no rust issues (but i did fill ALL the tubing with expanding foam prior to installing to prevent internal rust).

It's also a fraction of the price of the Baja rack.

Here are links for the Rack, the extension (which I did install) and the cross bars I used. I don't like the look of the small baskets that don't fill out the roof but the extension helps it fill out the entire space.

I see that several people have commented that the cross bars work great with my sky...measurements from the roof to the rack is roughly 3" (varies slightly in different spots). I don't have my sky so i'm not sure how hard it would be to remove with the rack on.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001G4Z5NQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BL264KL?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

I just put this Rola one on my 20 Sport.

https://www.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

Works well. Have the Subaru Crossbars.

Factory cross rails and rola rack from Amazon.

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1P5xzb7FHK3VA

Rola Roof Rack

This is what I bought, but I found it for ~$180

Could always toss a basket on top like this one and mount the bar to the basket for some of that sweet r/overlanding karma

No idea what those bars are, but I have the one below on my OEM cross bars and I love it. Looks great, large and 1/3 the price of some other brands

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Just a rola rack. ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_SGK6C8BQ8PHGEJRBQEEZ

Here you go, mate.

Unfortunately it was already on the car when I bought it, so not 100% sure. I wouldn’t be surprised if it were an Amazon knock-off Yakima basket like this

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_M5003BDVPT58THQZWBQ8

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You going to need to buy the extension too

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_B7CXM2Y9DNJJW31VTTBD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_sm_apa_glt_fabc_DSXPMAAR24ZKHBM1V4HZ

The roof rack? If so it's this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_ZTSCV3R1HD5BWKC249P3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_GCAW4Z4HG3VEXEND3XYD

This is the Amazon link here in the US. You have an advantage though. Rola is an Australian company. LINK

I have a Rola rack on mine, fits the car perfectly.

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_1XB9T4M9QYS22K7Z1JJ7

Are you looking for a rack to mount stuff to or a basket to put things in?

For $500 you're pretty limited for a rack. Might look into the LFD cross bars to be used in that factory rack. Check with them as they often have demo ones for cheap. I ran 3 of them on my rack for a long time and was able to mount plenty of stuff to them. Sold them when I got the Prinsu full length.

If you just need a basket check CL for Yakima ones. They are often cheap there as people just want to get rid of them when they get rid of their vehicle that needed them. They are good quality but I don't think worth the price they ask for them new. If I were looking for a basket to go on a stock rack I'd jump on Amazon and get a Rola or something. Spend a hundred, maybe two at the most, and it will last longer than you plan to keep the rig. If you upgrade later shouldn't have a problem recouping most that cost selling used.

https://smile.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=rola+basket&qid=1575866090&sr=8-1

Thanks! I got it off amazon is the ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5miKFb9E9TRFZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The extension can be found on the same page.

I’ll probably purchase this one after I get a trailer hitch.

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-k8vFbW9HDSH9

On the 5th Gen 4Runner FB page a lot of folks seem to like the Rola basket as a less-expensive alternative to those like the Yakima LoadWarrior.

I don't know how much easier it is, but you can get a roof rack and mount the spare tire onto it. This is my current roof rack setup with a Yakima spare tire carrier.

Looks like a larger version of this one

Looks like maybe this rack?: https://www.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

Are you happy with it?

I'm roof-rack shopping for my 2019...

Its a fairly low cost one I found on amazon. Quality is pretty good. https://www.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

It’s a rola and I got it from amazon a while ago, I’ve had no issues with it so far!

2006 Ridgeline RTL
Amazon Green Metallic
123,XXX Miles

Rims: Plastidip - stock
Tires: Falken Wildpeak AT3W 245/65R17
Rack: Rola V-Tex with extension
Auxiliary lights: Northpole 43'' w/ pods
Dashcam: Vantrue N2 Pro
Headlights: OPT7 Fluxbeam

Is this the basket you bought?

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dx6WDbHCGPD3R

Make sure you if you get this, use wd40 to get the rubber covers on because without it, it's a pain.

Yeah it did well today even with all the ice!

Thanks! It’s this one!

ROLA 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Rola 59504 V-Tex Rooftop Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

> 70$ low profile mount kit from Wisconsin

Link to that? And this rack with the extension?

Rola Racks are affordable https://www.amazon.com/59504-V-Tex-Rooftop-Cargo-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

I had those on my 04 also. Mounted this cargo basket, worked great.

https://www.amazon.com/Rola-59504-Vortex-Mounted-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

I got a Rola. Looks good and well made. They dipped down to $100, but now $130

Pic - http://i.imgur.com/oHann2H.jpg

Link - https://www.amazon.com/Rola-59504-Vortex-Mounted-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483125026&sr=8-1&keywords=rola+vortex

You could get him cross bars or a rook basket. I just purchased this one for my cherokee: https://www.amazon.com/Rola-59504-Vortex-Mounted-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

I got this for our Outback:

https://www.amazon.com/Rola-59504-Vortex-Mounted-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

Plus this:

https://www.amazon.com/Rola-59505-Vortex-Mounted-Extension/dp/B001G4Z5NQ/ref=pd_lpo_263_tr_t_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=G17AAJSCYHB7EMTKT31N

It's a HUGE rack and half the price of Thule or Yakima. Highly recommend. I believe you'll need to purchase the crossbars for it though.

Looks like one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Rola-59504-Vortex-Mounted-Basket/dp/B004R34HDC

Rola rack + optional extension

Rola. It's very sturdy too. Here's the Amazon link :

Rola 59504 Vortex Roof Mounted Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_CAf4wb8VBQAWY

Rola Vortex

Rola roof rack with one extension. It fits perfectly! Rola 59504 Vortex 48" x 37.5" x 4" Roof Mounted Cargo Basket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_kO62ub17KEC7V https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R34HDC/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_kO62ub17KEC7V

Westin Grill Guard with welded on tow hooks: http://www.partstrain.com/store/details/Jeep/Grand_Cherokee/Westin/Grille_Guard/2004/W16400125.html?source=productads&c_aid=43248704426&c2cid=77e13ba6-2bb6-48cd-b875-a1641be429db

Also, this is a profile shot to show you the what the basket looks like: http://www.imgur.com/gallery/Wi3X9av