Defender Racks are made from 16-gauge, fully welded, 1 inch round steel tubing and finished in a textured black powder coat. Aerodynamic styling blends well with today's 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.
amazingly well built roof rack and for those with a jeep gladiator this rack fits perfectly on the back half of your roof allowing you to fully remove the freedom panels with no trouble...in fact i have a bestop sunrider installed and they look amazing together lining up perfectly! (super easy install by the way, i did it by myself in about 45 min)
Well built and installation was a breeze with 2 people
Install was straight forward. Directions were clear and easy to understand.
Perfect for what I was looking for and not an astronomical price like many racks.
Fit’s perfect and looks fantastic on my 2021 Wrangler JL. Quality built and finish is fantastic easy to install with 2 people.
Fast shipping ordered Sunday received Wed. Just be aware it's shipped by semi. So have to be home to receive. Plus was there was no damage to the rack. It's a great quality roof rack. Easy install and removal ability without drilling holes in the top attracted me to this rack.
This rack seems really sturdy. I love how it looks on my Jeep. Except for 1 bolt needing to be ground and rethreaded, it was an easy install.
Great rack. Looks good and functions as intended. I prefer the flat rack design. Haven't strapped anything too it yet but I put it on my roof and jumped up and down a few times for good measure. No issues.
Q: Will this rack fit on my 2022 Jeep wrangler Jl 4 door soft top? What is the availability of this product? Answer this question
A: Will it fit.... The short answer is yes. Would I recommend this rack, absolutely not for a soft top. I bought it for a 21 soft top unlimited. Due to the design the rack is very squeaky as you go over any kind of bumps. Also with the rack design it has vibration dampeners that rest on the back of the body near the tail light area. As you drive the jeep the rack sways back and forth due to the design. The dampeners help stop that. But the problem is that it also will rub your paint off as well as dent you jeep. I removed the rack and am now looking for alternatives. I will be contacting them to see what if anything they will do about the damage to my jeep because of this rack.
Answered by Mark from Oregon on 09/05/2023
A: It will fit but you will have to modify your rear bumper. You will also have to remove the rear bar to raise or lower a factory soft top.
Answered by Skippy from Otisville, MI on 09/02/2023
A: Yes
Answered by Dave from Tampa Fl on 09/02/2023
Q: Once installed, can the hardtop be removed with leaving the rack attached? Answer this question
A: THE FRONT PANELS CAN BE REMOVED BUT NOT THE LARGE BACK PANEL.
Answered by JEEPERS CREEPERS from DENVER on 07/29/2023
A: The freedom panels can come off, but the rack locks onto the lip at the top of the hardtop, so you couldn't take the whole hardtop off without taking off the rack too.
Answered by Christy from Maryland on 07/29/2023
A: Yes. It attaches to the gutters on the hard top
Answered by Melanie from Thrall Texas on 07/28/2023
Q: It shows this fits on my 2022 JL 2 door, but when I checked on the Smittybilt site, it states it is not compatible. Can you please clarify if it doe fit? Do I need to purchase any other parts to make it fit or is the Smittybilt site not up to date? Thanks Answer this question
A: In theory, it should fit right in the rain gutters. It fit right onto my Gladiator. Their website needs much updating. If you are near me, I would let you try it out.
Answered by djthumper from North Las Vegas, NV on 04/09/2022
A: It fit perfectly on my 2020 JL 2DR-the mounting brackets adjust. Just follow the directions to the tee-you need another person to help place it on the top.
Answered by Jeep Life from Middle Tennessee on 04/09/2022
A: Yes, the Smittybilt Defender Basket Rack - S/B45304JT will fit a 2022 JL 2 Door.
Answered by Dave from 4WP HQ on 04/08/2022
Q: Will this fit on my 2 door 2016 JK? I have a Barricade cage roof rack similar to the Smittybuilt cage rack. Answer this question
A: Yes, it will fit without a problem.
Answered by Luis from El Paso on 05/06/2023
A: Use the Smittybilt SRC Roof Rack - Part Number S/B76716 (07-18 Wrangler JK, 2-Door)
Answered by Dave from 4WP HQ on 05/05/2023
Q: Is drilling required for this installation or thr mounts bolt on? Answer this question
A: no drilling required. After buying mine and installing it I wish I would have just bought the Rhino rack internal frame set up like I did later.
Answered by gakk on 10/26/2022
A: No drilling required
Answered by Sasha from San Diego on 10/26/2022
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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