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Roof rack load

PostPosted: Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:20 +0000
by hiluxxury
Some of you may have seen this elsewhere but I think its worth discussing here (relevant to the n70 as well)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r32xd9z ... e=youtu.be

I have the same setup of riveted mounts on my n70. While I've never had a problem, I have been a little nervous when carrying weight up there.

Anyone had any real problems?

Re: Roof rack load

PostPosted: Sat, 13 Feb 2021 1:09 +0000
by Martyhing
I also have the same set up. No issues thankfully, but I was also getting a bit nervous after seeing a different video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMx232haRyo&t=1384s.
I bought my vehicle second hand with the roof rack and platform already installed. I can't tell how it's been installed, but I would assume rivets. Mine is a 2006 SR5. Can anyone confirm roof rating is 75Kg?

I have a second platform installed on the canopy. I think this one is probably capable of carrying more as it seems to be bolted through the canopy to two steel support bars inside.

Re: Roof rack load

PostPosted: Sat, 13 Feb 2021 4:27 +0000
by Bushwalker8
Yes it's 75kg
It's confirmed in the OEM bar installation instructions, look for PZQ3089050 here: https://toyotamanuals.com.au/accessories

It's not overly clear in this one, but does state "- Total load to be carried on Toyota Roof Rack System is 75kg maximum for on-road and off-road driving.".

I have another version pdf from Toyota for gen 8 that is a little more specific in pictograms and noticeably different in that it gives maximum total weight (including the 6kg bars) as:
On-road, 120km/hr 75kg
Off road, <120kh/hr 45kg

Can't recall where I got this one from.

The awareness level is a bit surprising though as the concept has been clearly documented with Hilux and also other bars I've previously fitted to my various other vehicles from other manufacturers over time.