RAV4 Factory Racks?

Advice
#1

Anyone using the factory racks on a RAV4 to haul a couple kayaks?



I am thinking of getting a RAV4. The racks are suposedly rated at 150#. They sound like they would be OK, but I am used to the really bombproof setup on my Toyota Truck with the SnugTop campershell, and the TracRac on the Chevy pickup

#2

Rav-4
I bought a Rav-4 in Feb 2010 with factory racks and have hauled 2 kayaks around. I really like the racks.

#3

Kim, I Had a '97

– Last Updated: Aug-12-10 7:50 PM EST –

I modified my Factory rack with two 1x4's and hauled canoes for a year or so. I finally broke down and bought my Thule when I snapped the front 1x4 chasing a coyote on the farm with boat on the roof. Hit a bump I forgot about and played "Dukes of Hazard" (LOL)! Put a dent in the roof, but no other harm done. I think you would be fine. Here's an old pic of the RAV4 with the rack if you look closely. Terry
http://www.pbase.com/ozarkpaddler/image/127400893

#4

Got one!
Use the factory rails to attach my yakima bars to.



http://outdoors.webshots.com/album/575297716fWnkxO



I’m quite pleased with the Rav4. Mine has the V-6 and has plenty of power. I average overall around 21 MPG. Long highway trips, as much as 28 MPG.


#5

Got
a 2010 out there right now with a kayak and a Thule box on top of the factory racks right now. Rack is nice; easily adjustable with a good spread range.

#6

Thanks, All!
I have been driving my Toy truck for 15 years and 250,000 miles but there does come a time…