Defender Racks are made from 16-gauge, fully welded, 1" round steel tubing and finished in a textured black powder coat. Aerodynamic styling blends well with todays vehicle designs. Welded light tabs (4 front & 2 rear) and integrated flooring maximizes functionality. Multiple mounting options offer a secure attachment to any vehicle. The Defender Rack line is produced to exacting standards, and built for years of trouble-free use. Ease of installation is always at the forefront of our designs.
Product was great and customer service of awesome.
Very nice roof rack, the horizontal 1ā pipes do sway a little, when you ratchet down cargo, however doesnāt stay that way
Q: So you pay almost $600 and it does NOT come with mounting hardware?! Answer this question
A: Correct
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 07/06/2021
Q: What mounting kit is required to install Roof Rack on the Jeep Wrangler 2010 4 door hardtop as in this photo? Thanks. http://su0.ru/WLrY Answer this question
A: Thanks for the inquiry Aleksei, the Smittybilt Defender Welded One Piece Roof Rack part # S/B45454 you'll need part # S/BDS3 to install.
Answered by RK on 04/17/2015
Q: How much weight will it carry? Answer this question
A: Thanks for thew inquiry Ron, the Smittybilt Defender Welded One Piece Roof Rack part # S/B45454 these racks are rated up to 400 pounds.
Answered by RK on 03/08/2015
Q: What is the total height after install is the rack. Does the mounting kit come with the rails because my hard top does not have rails. I know the basket is 4" but I need to know the total height after installed so I can know if it will fit into my garage with lift on 2013 wrangler rubicon unlimited with 35" tires. Answer this question
A: Hello Ron and thank you for your question! Smittybilt Defender Welded One Piece Roof Rack would be 8" taller with the basket installed.
Answered by N on 02/02/2015
Q: HAVE A 2005 FORD EXCURSION I'M MISSING THE CROSS BARS FROM THE STOCK RACK,DOES THE MONTING KIT USE THOSE OR DOES IT DELETE THEM?THANKS FOR THE INFO JOEY Answer this question
A: Hello Joey, the Smittybilt Defender Welded One Piece Roof Rack part# S/B45454 can be mounted to your factory roof rack. Thank you for your inquiry.
Answered by mikey on 12/27/2014
For 60 years Smittybilt has been fabricating aftermarket parts and today their products include Jeep tops, bumpers, lighting, winches and trail gear. Off-roaders count on the company's innovative parts like the original nerf bar side steps to equip their Jeeps for the trail and day-to-day driving. Pairing affordability without compromising quality is the hallmark of Smittybilt and the manufacturer's reputation carries over to products like its Overlander Series of tents, Adventure Boxes and SEMA award-winning magnetic trail skins for Jeeps. Smittybilt offers over 2,000 interior and exterior parts and accessories for 4x4s with multiple capabilities for jeepers of all levels. Shop Smittybilt Now
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