[Shutterbug]

The first installs on my GC. For better communication than a CB radio, I put in a Yaesu FT-8800R, 144MHz/430MHz transceiver. I used a Larsen glass antenna and I fabricated a plexiglass frame for the radio head. "Destruction" was only two holes in a minor kick panel.

The rack is 220 lb. Yakima T17 HD Whispbar, with the K624 mounting kit. (You'll save about $100 if you go through Amazon.)

 

[JohnnyJeep]

the Yakima's cheaper than Thule, right? nice work on the installations. your ride looks pretty cool

 

[Shutterbug]

the Yakima's cheaper than Thule, right? nice work on the installations. your ride looks pretty cool

The rack and fitting base ran about $480 total. Worth it. VERY well made. This one is good for 220 lbs. Rock sliders and RR winch set up are next. I was doing Land Rover twenty years ago before they started marketing to soccer moms and rappers. When I test drove the Overland I said, "This is what Rover should be by now."

 

[zimjig]

Nice, thanks for the write up. This is going to be my next purchase for this vehicle

 

[JeepDsl]

Very nice. Looks like you have added slush mats. They look good. What brand and color are they?

 

[Shutterbug]

Very nice. Looks like you have added slush mats. They look good. What brand and color are they?

They are tan WeatherTech. Well made, pretty good fit. No perfect, but close enough. I bought them here:
WeatherTech® - DigitalFit™ Molded Floor Liners
The "tray" shape keeps the mud away from the carpet. Easy to remove, clean, and replace.

 

[benmond27]

Impressive setup. I was thinking of getting an ARB roof rack together after I get my aftermarket bumper but it seems like Yakima is a decent choice as well. Thanks for the reference though.

 

[expulinc]

Are Yakima's better than Thule Roof Rack's?

 

[zimjig]

You should look into Gobi racks. I have one on mine and it's been great, very solid and you can put about 300 lbs up there. This summer my wife and I sat on top of the roof of my GC to watch fireworks.

 

[expulinc]

You should look into Gobi racks. I have one on mine and it's been great, very solid and you can put about 300 lbs up there. This summer my wife and I sat on top of the roof of my GC to watch fireworks.

Are they cheaper that Yakima?

 

[benneton87]

Nice setup.