9 month review of the Yakima Overhaul HD bed rack and accessories for camping and overlanding. Yakima Overhaul HD part number 8001151 yakima.com/pro...
Cool set up, and thanks for sharing your smart design tips. For what it’s worth, as a native of Yakima, I can tell you the “Yak” in Yakima is pronounced like the word “back”, as opposed to the word “”jock”. Hence the phrase “yack attack!”. And, the “eau” in “tonneau” is ponounced like “oh”, not “ooo”, like choo choo. :-) I’m not being critical of your good content. I’m grateful for it, just trying to slow the new and growing trend of calling tonneau covers “tonooo” covers. Id never heard that until about two years ago and now it’s all over the net. Cool truck and please keep the content coming!
I didnt see anybody else mention it but you really should slap those locks on if you haven't. That shovel is just begging to be used to smash your windows.
Great review of the Yakima rack. I did a similar review on my challenge last year with my RetraxOne XR cover. Yakima products are in high demand and short supply at the moment. I didn't get the side bars last year and decided I wanted them this year to hold Rotopax's (after the fuel shortages) and it took 5 months of placing orders to find a place that had them in stock and could ship. Ending up getting from REI and was just lucky spotting them in stock online.
Great video. I have same set up on Raptor. I want to add a 5 lbs propane tank. Do you have any recommendation as to which bracket would work best with Yakima rack?
Do you have any picture of the cage underneath the overhaul? I am literally in the process of doing that setup. Are those the landing pads with the skyline towers?
I believe you put 55” as the length of the crossbars but maybe that was from the cap to the cap on each side…? Do you know if those are the 60” or the 68” crossbars? Yakima’s site configuration says midsize uses 68” but that seems long to me. Just curious what length fits without a ton hanging over each side.
I have the iKamper X-Cover 2.0 mini and went to install it on my overhauls hd rack with the side rails but the x-cover 2.0 mini mounting channels were too short to mount with the Yakima side rails installed. Needless to say I had to remove the side rails and push my towers in closer to each other. I reached out to iKamper and they don’t sell the mounting channels individually as I was looking for some longer ones that would work with the Yakima side rails. I may have to go the aluminum extrusion route but then I’ll lose out on iKamper mounting brackets 3.0. If you have any insight on where I could score some longer iKamper mounting channels, let me know!
Is it easy to detach for short day trip to haul boat when the plan is not to camp? Also, is there an option to Velcro fabric with antennae awning to insulate truck bed to use as emergency camper for additional people during emergency?
Did those factory iKamper clamps not work for the Yakima crossbars? I have the same tent and I’m looking to add those HD Yakima towers to my Sierra. Thx
After posting this video I had someone comment saying that they were able to use the factory ikamper clamps. When I did research online I read on the Rack-attack website that they dont work, which is why I bought the different clamps🤷♂️
Nice truck and setup! I considered a similar setup with the tonneau for added security for storage. One thing that is a bummer that I came across some time ago is that when using the tonneau kit feet the offroad weight rating of the rack drops to 180lbs(from 300lbs).
@@varsityoverland I’m sure you are fine, plus you have added the sidebars and the setup has everything close together due to the midsized short bed, as opposed to everything being extended and raised far apart.
Great review. I wonder if the yakima rack is compatible with Pace Edwards Jackrabbit tonneau cover. Did they discontinue the tonneau kit ? Seems unavailable or backorder😕
Im not sure about the Jackrabbit but I have heard a few people mention they're having a hard time finding the tonneau kit🤷♂️. Unfortunately I dont know much about its availability.
Occasionally I get some liquid drip down the 4 corners of the truck bed but very little. And the cab rack is from Prinsu Design Studios. I have a review video of that rack as well if you'd like to check it out👍
Great video! I had a question around the weight capacity. I know yakima states 300lbs on road / 180lbs off road. Is 300lbs the static weight limit too? I'm just wondering if it can support a 3 people.
I believe the static load is even greater. I did a lot of research before purchasing the rack because I knew itd be carrying a lot of weight. Ive had the rack for almost 2 years and haven't had any issues. It supports my wife and I with our dog inside our rooftop tent. We camp very frequently and have also stressed the rack consistently with continuous cross country travel. I highly recommend it👍
Im not sure if the new Santa Cruz has a t-track along the side of the cover. If so it may work or you'd have to supplement with your own 1/4" carriage bolts.
They sure do! I only carry the shove when I go camping. Its just more convenient than getting my other gear dirty if I throw it in the bed after using it. Its advertised for canoe or kayak paddles. I have a set on the inside of the rack I use to carry my axe.
@@varsityoverland there’s so many options out there, currently i have the rack with an awning and a cargo box. It’s raining here in california so now I’m back to looking into trying to keep stuff dry. Either a dexked system or a tanneau cover
lol, on your rusty shovel joke! I have a similar take...leave something of lesser value so the thief doesn't get pi$$ed at your overly redundant security systems and slash your tires!
Thank you! I think it was around $800 or so just for the rack. I actually tested it out before I got the tonneau by getting one from REI. If you have a local REI store definitely consider buying from them. They have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. I was able to buy the rack, install it, take it off roading in VA, then return it for the tonneau adapter option. REI was made aware of everything and still refunded me for the original rack. Nothing was wrong with it, i just needed one with the tonneau adapter and had already ordered it by mistake.
@@varsityoverland unfortunately I don't have an rei . Also I want the tannou cover as well but I have 6ft bed. What is the cover and rack name? Maybe I can buy online
@@varsityoverland cool. Thanks, I live in Hawaii and shipping can be a big pain in the ass. A lot of people don't even ship but I'll try to find a retal store here. Thanks a lot for the info
This is the Landing Pad component needed to make the skyline towers work with a t-slot tonneau cover yakima.com/products/landing-pad-base?pr_prod_strat=description&pr_rec_id=3300ce67a&pr_rec_pid=4178950619184&pr_ref_pid=4178952552496&pr_seq=uniform
Are you referring to an awning? I know that Yakima makes a few that mount to this rack. I'd also say its possible to mount other brands thanks to the T-slots on the cross bars. If thats not what you're referring to can you be more specific?
@@adamant7146 Yeah no problem! Yakima has a line of awnings. I think they call it the "Slim Shady awning." Which I find clever lol and most other awning brands usually come with an L-bracket that can most likely be integrated into the underside of the cross rails because there's a T-slot system there.
Do you have any picture of the cage underneath the overhaul? I am literally in the process of doing that setup. Are those the landing pads with the skyline towers?
The beefy bolts that slide into the t-slots are for the Retrax. I just installed mine today.
Thank you for this video. Im a novice and im really excited to become an overlander. You’re awesome!
I appreciate that kind words. Feel free to ask questions👍
Cool set up, and thanks for sharing your smart design tips.
For what it’s worth, as a native of Yakima, I can tell you the “Yak” in Yakima is pronounced like the word “back”, as opposed to the word “”jock”. Hence the phrase “yack attack!”. And, the “eau” in “tonneau” is ponounced like “oh”, not “ooo”, like choo choo. :-) I’m not being critical of your good content. I’m grateful for it, just trying to slow the new and growing trend of calling tonneau covers “tonooo” covers. Id never heard that until about two years ago and now it’s all over the net. Cool truck and please keep the content coming!
Ok thank you! I had no idea haha
I really enjoyed this video, and the style of the presenter. I am now a subscriber.
I didnt see anybody else mention it but you really should slap those locks on if you haven't. That shovel is just begging to be used to smash your windows.
Nice rig and setup! Your review is helping me a lot to make up my mind.
Awesome! Im glad you found it useful 👍
Excellent video, thank you for sharing, that is very helpful.
My pleasure 👍 thanks for watching!
Great review of the Yakima rack. I did a similar review on my challenge last year with my RetraxOne XR cover. Yakima products are in high demand and short supply at the moment. I didn't get the side bars last year and decided I wanted them this year to hold Rotopax's (after the fuel shortages) and it took 5 months of placing orders to find a place that had them in stock and could ship. Ending up getting from REI and was just lucky spotting them in stock online.
Yes! REI is awesome. I was able to test out a rack with them first and return it for a full refund 👍
How can I make this setup work with Rambox 6"4 bed. Diamondback HD tonneau. Can the Yakima rack be ordered with shorter transversal bars?
Great review!
Thank you!
Great video. I have same set up on Raptor. I want to add a 5 lbs propane tank. Do you have any recommendation as to which bracket would work best with Yakima rack?
EXCELLENT REVIEW!
Thank you!
Nice review!! 👍
Also compadable with Truck Covers USA covers and tracks
Good to know! Thanks for the info👍 im actually thinking about changing up my tonneau cover
@@varsityoverland I went with Truck Covers USA because they have a cover with an integrated toolbox czcams.com/video/ZCaemlPTS40/video.html
Great video
Thank you
Could you please share all the links related to the recovery track bolts.
Do you have any picture of the cage underneath the overhaul? I am literally in the process of doing that setup. Are those the landing pads with the skyline towers?
Have you had any issues with the rack lowering slightly after tent was installed?
What about the pace edwards explorer tract?
Does your car have whistle noise with the tent?
I believe you put 55” as the length of the crossbars but maybe that was from the cap to the cap on each side…? Do you know if those are the 60” or the 68” crossbars? Yakima’s site configuration says midsize uses 68” but that seems long to me. Just curious what length fits without a ton hanging over each side.
I have the iKamper X-Cover 2.0 mini and went to install it on my overhauls hd rack with the side rails but the x-cover 2.0 mini mounting channels were too short to mount with the Yakima side rails installed. Needless to say I had to remove the side rails and push my towers in closer to each other. I reached out to iKamper and they don’t sell the mounting channels individually as I was looking for some longer ones that would work with the Yakima side rails. I may have to go the aluminum extrusion route but then I’ll lose out on iKamper mounting brackets 3.0. If you have any insight on where I could score some longer iKamper mounting channels, let me know!
Is it easy to detach for short day trip to haul boat when the plan is not to camp? Also, is there an option to Velcro fabric with antennae awning to insulate truck bed to use as emergency camper for additional people during emergency?
Or a glock shovel is 50 bucks?
Can you install tie down anchors and carry things on top of the closed tonnneau?
Could you list the part numbers and in the descriptions? please. BTW also have same truck and looking into overlanding.
Sure thing!
Did those factory iKamper clamps not work for the Yakima crossbars? I have the same tent and I’m looking to add those HD Yakima towers to my Sierra. Thx
After posting this video I had someone comment saying that they were able to use the factory ikamper clamps. When I did research online I read on the Rack-attack website that they dont work, which is why I bought the different clamps🤷♂️
Nice truck and setup! I considered a similar setup with the tonneau for added security for storage. One thing that is a bummer that I came across some time ago is that when using the tonneau kit feet the offroad weight rating of the rack drops to 180lbs(from 300lbs).
Yeah thats a draw back for sure but my tent is just under 150lbs and in 9 months I haven't had any issues. Hopefully it stays that way😂
@@varsityoverland I’m sure you are fine, plus you have added the sidebars and the setup has everything close together due to the midsized short bed, as opposed to everything being extended and raised far apart.
What tannoe cover is that specifically?
Pace Edwards Ultragroove by Leer
Great review. I wonder if the yakima rack is compatible with Pace Edwards Jackrabbit tonneau cover. Did they discontinue the tonneau kit ? Seems unavailable or backorder😕
Im not sure about the Jackrabbit but I have heard a few people mention they're having a hard time finding the tonneau kit🤷♂️. Unfortunately I dont know much about its availability.
Do you know if there are quick release awning brackets that will work with the overhaul?
Im not sure but the overland hd cross bars have a T - slot on top so id imagine if the quick release bracket attaches with a T bolt it could work.
Two questions: 1. Does rain or snowmelt drip past the tonneau cover? 2. What cab/roof rack is that?
Occasionally I get some liquid drip down the 4 corners of the truck bed but very little. And the cab rack is from Prinsu Design Studios. I have a review video of that rack as well if you'd like to check it out👍
Do you have to drill holes for the Overhaul Side rack into the uprights? Thanks
The uprights come with predrilled holes and bolts already installed. No drilling needed👍
Great video! I had a question around the weight capacity. I know yakima states 300lbs on road / 180lbs off road. Is 300lbs the static weight limit too? I'm just wondering if it can support a 3 people.
I believe the static load is even greater. I did a lot of research before purchasing the rack because I knew itd be carrying a lot of weight. Ive had the rack for almost 2 years and haven't had any issues. It supports my wife and I with our dog inside our rooftop tent. We camp very frequently and have also stressed the rack consistently with continuous cross country travel. I highly recommend it👍
@@varsityoverland Awesome! thanks for the quick response and info!
Do you know or have any insight if this rack would fit a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz with stock sliding tonneau cover?
Im not sure if the new Santa Cruz has a t-track along the side of the cover. If so it may work or you'd have to supplement with your own 1/4" carriage bolts.
I don’t think I’d ever carry a shovel around, do they hold other items?
They sure do! I only carry the shove when I go camping. Its just more convenient than getting my other gear dirty if I throw it in the bed after using it. Its advertised for canoe or kayak paddles. I have a set on the inside of the rack I use to carry my axe.
@@varsityoverland there’s so many options out there, currently i have the rack with an awning and a cargo box. It’s raining here in california so now I’m back to looking into trying to keep stuff dry. Either a dexked system or a tanneau cover
Is that a quickfist on the side of the bar? How did you mount them on there?
Thats a Yakima product called the "top grip" designed specifically for this rack👍
@@varsityoverland Gotcha! Does it come with hardware too?
@rayray19 yes it does. Great product! And if you buy the additional yakima locking adapter you can lock the Topgrip with a key.
What do you recommend for the bottom if you had the option to buy the crossbars again? Skyline or HD bars?
Id definitely recommend the HD bars. They are more expensive but can hold more weight 👍
Thank you
@@juanv2466 You're welcome!
I appreciate the 90s cartoon reference, would you say a ZR2 is as good for interacting with dinosaurs as an Eldorado?
Haha please tell me you're referring to Cadillacs and Dinosaurs!!
lol, on your rusty shovel joke! I have a similar take...leave something of lesser value so the thief doesn't get pi$$ed at your overly redundant security systems and slash your tires!
I like this setup with the tannou cover. How much did you pay for it ? I like your videos btw.
Thank you! I think it was around $800 or so just for the rack. I actually tested it out before I got the tonneau by getting one from REI. If you have a local REI store definitely consider buying from them. They have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. I was able to buy the rack, install it, take it off roading in VA, then return it for the tonneau adapter option. REI was made aware of everything and still refunded me for the original rack. Nothing was wrong with it, i just needed one with the tonneau adapter and had already ordered it by mistake.
Also Im NOT affiliated with REI 🤣
@@varsityoverland unfortunately I don't have an rei . Also I want the tannou cover as well but I have 6ft bed. What is the cover and rack name? Maybe I can buy online
@@alexgarcia3900 tonneau cover is a Pace Edwards Ultragroove by Leer
@@varsityoverland cool. Thanks, I live in Hawaii and shipping can be a big pain in the ass. A lot of people don't even ship but I'll try to find a retal store here. Thanks a lot for the info
hi I got ram 1500 what bed cower work Whyte Yakima overhaul HD bed rack using t chanel
Look into Pace Edwards Ultragroove from LEER or a Retrax bed cover👍
What is the part number skyline landing pad that Mounts to the ultragroove t slot tracks
This is the Landing Pad component needed to make the skyline towers work with a t-slot tonneau cover yakima.com/products/landing-pad-base?pr_prod_strat=description&pr_rec_id=3300ce67a&pr_rec_pid=4178950619184&pr_ref_pid=4178952552496&pr_seq=uniform
@@varsityoverland Your setup is very helpful. Which Yakima landing Pad Number #___ did you use? #1, #3, #4, ... #30?
@@mokimocorro2486 hi there, unfortunately Im not sure I know what you mean by landing pad number. Can you be more specific?
do you know if you could mount a canopy to this rack?
Are you referring to an awning? I know that Yakima makes a few that mount to this rack. I'd also say its possible to mount other brands thanks to the T-slots on the cross bars.
If thats not what you're referring to can you be more specific?
@@varsityoverland sorry, i meant an awning..thank u for the reply
@@adamant7146 Yeah no problem! Yakima has a line of awnings. I think they call it the "Slim Shady awning." Which I find clever lol and most other awning brands usually come with an L-bracket that can most likely be integrated into the underside of the cross rails because there's a T-slot system there.
@@varsityoverland awesome, thx
Definitely looking for one for my 19 colorado with the 6.5 foot box. How much did you pay for your rack system?
Heres a link to the rack system and price👍 yakima.com/products/overhaul-hd-system
Thanks for the review. FYI it's pronounced "tahno" not "tah-new"
Ugh! Thank you. I always say it wrong lol
I want to eat fruity pebbles with you!!
Why does he keep saying "yokima" rack. It's yAkima... emphais on the "A"...
I used the same pronunciation as the Yakima commercials I've seen. Maybe I need to check again. Thanks for letting me know.
🍌 Smackimal all day long!!🫡
Great review!
Thank you!
Do you have any picture of the cage underneath the overhaul? I am literally in the process of doing that setup. Are those the landing pads with the skyline towers?