How To Install A Rhino-Rack Backbone System On A Jeep Wrangler

Here is a Rhino-Rack training video on how to install the Backbone system part number RJKB1 on a 2011 and newer Jeep Wrangler 4dr 4WD Hard Top JK 

You will need:

3 of the 59" Vortex Aero Roof Rack Crossbar part number VA150B,
3 of the Roof Rack Leg Kit Backbone 3 Base Mounting Sysems part number RCLP30,
3 packs of the Vortex Aero Crossbar Fit Kits for RL Legs part number VA-FK2,
1 box of Backbone components for this vehicle part number RJKB1

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Carry more bikes with the use of a roof mounted bike rack. Roof mounted bike racks are designed to mount to the crossbars on the roof rack.

Step 1: Determine the type of crossbars on your roof rack.

Need help identifying your Rhino-Rack crossbar? See our blog post THE TYPES OF RHINO-RACK CROSSBARS

If you don't have a roof rack, click on the link to find one for your vehicle: RHINO-RACK ROOF RACKS
 

Step 2: Choose your mount style:
 

What is the difference between a pintle hitch and standard ball hitch?

When it comes to towing there are two methods:

1) Towing with Ballmounts and Trailer balls

A Trailer Ball attaches to a ballmount, which is held in place by a pin, inside a hitch receiver tube. The trailer coupler mounts and locks on top of the trailer ball and secures itsef in place by locking it in with the coupler's latch. Trailer balls are intended for light commercial or recreational towing  and come in a variety of sizes:  - 1-7/8" or 2" or...

How to install a Companion 5th Wheel on a Flat Deck truck

You would first need to install the B&W Turnover ball kit for a Flat Deck Truck part# GNRK1500. Once the turnover ball kit is installed, you would then use the B&W Companion Flat Bed 5th Wheel Part # RVK3050

 Features of the Rhino Rack Luggage Bags

Rhino-Rack Luggage Bags feature heavy duty water repllent lockable zippers with pull tags. They also have a protective velcro flap that keeps your gear safe from the elements. Extra heavy duty abrasion resistant base decreases wear and is 100 % dust and water resistant, even up to 24 hours of torrential rain. The securing straps have a heavy duty buckle to easily secure the luggage bag to a basket without the need of a tiedown strap. The bag is protected from wear and tear by the removable polyvinyl liner, making it easier to clean. Luggage bags are for use with