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These steel, square crossbars attach to Inno feet to create a sturdy roof rack for your vehicle. Elastomer coating resists corrosion and helps cushion your load. Bars accommodate carriers and accessories that clamp around bars.
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Hi everyone, it's Evangeline here at etrailer. And today, we'll be taking a look at our Inno roof rack system with the Inno square crossbars that are 50 inches long, the Inno feet for square crossbars, right here on our 2015 Toyota 4Runner. Now for a comparison between these square bars and other roof racks design for your 4Runner is if you want more weight capacity, you would go with the square crossbars because they're made of steel, they have more capacity, but they could be slightly noisier compared to an aero crossbar. So that's something worth considering. Also, you might even want the longer crossbars, since if you want more overhang, this doesn't provide more overhang. You could just easily step up the size, no issues at all.
So it is up to you and your adventure. Some kayak carriers and some accessories require more overhang. So check those out before you choose your roof rack. So we have a bunch of different roof rack options right here at etrailer. That's because for your 4Runner, if you're going out on an adventure, you might want a little bit extra space for either your cargo, your roof rack accessories, like your bike racks, your roof boxes, or even your kayak carriers.
That's where this comes in. So this is an aftermarket roof rack. You add this onto your raised side rails on your 4Runner, and that allows you to carry those extra things on your roof. So let's take a look at this specific system, just to see if it's the right fit for you, your vehicle, your adventure, especially compared to the other roof rack options we have. So these are the square bars and they're made of steel.
So they have that nice weight capacity. Inno also has their own unique design. Sometimes, they don't look as good on vehicles, but on our 4Runner, I think their design works out pretty well. It matches just the sporty ruggedness of the 4Runner. So these are the 50-inch long crossbars in black.
So let's take a look at different measurements, just to see how it fits on your roof. So first we'll take a look at overhang. So technically, you have an overhang of two and a half inches. That's measuring from this end of the tower to your endcap. But because of the way our tower is built, where it sticks further out, I would like to say there's actually zero overhang with this crossbar length. Now let's talk about roof height and roof clearance. So roof clearance is going to be from the highest point of the roof to the bottom of our crossbar. So right here, it measures at about three inches of roof clearance. So if you do have clamps that go around your crossbars, that's how much space you have for those clamps. Also, if you carrying around skis and they do have extra thick bindings, you might wanna be concerned about roof clearance. So let's take a measurement that will help out with that too, and that's height. So you have it where it's four inches above your roof. So that's where your accessories are going to be sitting on. Add that to your clearance and that's how much space you have to work with. So your Toyota 4Runner could possibly also come with factory crossbars. These actually had those factory crossbars, but I took them off and replaced them with these roof rack bars because of the limited clearance. The factory bars fit right inside your rails and the space between the bars and your roof is so small that most of our clamps here at etrailer did not fit around them. So if you already have factory crossbars, you're wondering why you might want an aftermarket roof rack, that is the reason. You get more versatility, more clearance, and can carry around more things. Now speaking of clamps, you will have to make sure that your accessories fit around these bars. It's really cool that they have a 220-pound weight capacity. It's even more than your aero bars. But the thing with your modern aero bars is that they're designed to reduce wind noise and wind drag. And the Inno bars have a T-track channel, these do not. So just make sure that whatever accessory you have, if it does have a clamp, it is designed to fit around your square crossbars. We also have an integrated lock. So you do get these keys, and these keys are key to the towers that come with your kit. So one key to access all four locks. So these go right in there, twist them, and then you can take off the endcap. And when you wanna secure them, you just pop them right back in, because once that is locked in place, that endcap prevents you from boosting the tower. Another thing about our tower is we have this pad, and that goes around your raised rail. So this actually has a little bit more cushion compared to our other towers that I've seen. And it's nice to see how well that fitting is around your rail, as well as your options when it comes to what notch you put that strap in, just to get the best fit for you. Now let's talk about the tower. So your 4Runner has these raised side rails. I really like raised side rails because it gives you a little bit of versatility when it comes to any of your roof racks. You can move them back and forth just to get the best crossbar spread for your accessory. Now these towers are designed to go around your raised side rails. They have a strap that fits around those rails, and then they have a lever that tightens down. So let's take a look at that install process. So the install process is very simple, especially since these go right on to your raised rails. So this is pretty much all I need to install my crossbars. I already installed the rear ones so that we install the front ones together. So you have your crossbar, you have your towers, you have your endcaps for your towers, and you have your endcaps for your crossbars themselves. Some other tools that I use are the Moky doorstep, just to give myself some extra height and traction up on to our roof, and a tape measure so you can make sure that everything is aligned and has a good enough overhang. So let's start installing this crossbar. So get your tower, release the rubber strip for the notch that it is in. You may need to loosen that strap if needed, then you go get your crossbar. So we're just gonna bring this in and then feed this through. You may need to push down in order to get enough. So once you have your towers on your crossbars, you'll then make sure again that the straps are released. And now it's time to put them on our roof. While this is possible to do on your own, I highly recommend having your friend help you out, and just grab one end as you put it on your 4Runner. So this is Andy here. He's just gonna grab that tower and help align it with our raised rails. You may need to push the crossbar out a little bit. There we go. That will help both of us get onto the raised rails. Now we have two options when it comes to placing our straps 'cause you do go around the rail and then up into the tower. So what I'm gonna do is I'm gonna place it on the top notch, where it says standard or Normal. And before you fully tighten down your towers, you're gonna wanna measure for overhang. So that's gonna measure from your tower to the end of your crossbars, measure on the other side, and try to get them to match up as much as you can. That's how you know your crossbar is evenly distributed on your towers. But once you've done that, go ahead and tighten this all the way down. I recommend going partway on this side and on that side, and then tighten both down. That way, you don't skew it to one side or the other. Once you have this fully tightened down, just drop that lever so it's out of the way, and then start putting your endcaps on. So you're gonna have an endcap for both the crossbar. That pops right on, there's just a rubber endcap. Then you have this endcap for your tower that fits right into your tower and you have these keys to secure it. So do the exact same process on all four towers, so both of your crossbar pairs, and once you confirm that everything is locked down and tightened down, that's it for the install process. So my personal thoughts about this roof rack system is I like the weight capacity. I really like this design. I think it looks really rugged and sporty. I personally would use this with longer crossbars. Since you do not have T-track channels on top, if I really wanna maximize that 220-pound capacity, I would like longer bar space. So that's definitely something worth considering. If you're not into the square bar, you don't need that much weight capacity, definitely check out the Inno aero crossbars, especially the ones with the Through feet. Those look really good on the 4Runner and might be something worth considering as well. And that was a look right here at our Inno roof rack system with the 50-inch long Inno square crossbars and the Inno feet for square crossbars and your raised side rails, right here on our 2016 Toyota 4Runner..
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (301 Customer Reviews)
These steel, square crossbars attach to Inno feet to create a sturdy roof rack for your vehicle. Elastomer coating resists corrosion and helps cushion your load. Bars accommodate carriers and accessories that clamp around bars.So far so good! Was fairly easy to install. I will say the straps that came with it are not quite long enough for my kayak’s. Not an issue for me though. Overall I am definitely satisfied and would recommend for anyone that needs a rack for kayaks.
Ordered a full (naked) roof rack package with snowboard/ski attachment. Items arrived as described. Set-up was simple and flawless. Instructions are fairly clear & simple. A paper tape measure is included. No issues with fitment.Purchased the fairing to reduce wind noise and it works perfect! No excessive wind noise whatsoever -- can open sunroof comfortably if I wanted to. Have not yet put my snowboards inthe attachment yet, but do not foresee any issues. Roof rack is on a 2015 Infiniti Q40 (G37 sedan 2009-2015).
Fast delivery and great communication about tracking. Easy to follow instructions. Great fit and looks. Thank you.
I'm loving the roof rack , and Ashley from customer service was really helpful. Thanks e trailer. The reviews didn't lie.
When I first found this product, I was excited because I was able to easily determine if it would fit my car. Then I was able to order the package that would arrive earliest based on what was written on the website.
I will say, the package arrived MUCH later than originally anticipated. I understand that times are tough with the pandemic so I was originally very understanding and patient. George reached out to me to update me on the status of my order. I began to lose patience when George began changing dates and erasing items such as “order is in stock” on a certain date in my order history. It was all very confusing and frustrating.
When I decided to finally call customer service, instead of emailing, I was put on with Bailey B. and she was a life saver. She immediately offered her direct line and told me she would personally keep an eye on this order. She went above and beyond in correspondence and helped rectify the situation. Towards the end of the several weeks, I wasn’t too kind and patient like I was in the beginning, yet she stayed professional and kind! I highly recommend calling to have her help you with your order.
When the box finally arrived, it looked a bit beat up. But I will say, there was no obvious or apparent damage to the parts. So I’m thankful to finally have my order!! The roof rack seems to fit perfectly. I will take my paddle board out tomorrow :)
I followed directions and the rack went on without a hitch. The measuring tape provided was a bit confusing but my tape measure did just fine. It pays to watch for any movement of the stays as you tighten them. It fit perfectly. I was impressed with the quality of the unit. The torque wrench provided was a nice bonus. I attached a boat rack for my rowing shell and I’m confident it will be safe all the way to the water.
Pretty easy to install, solid product. It is loud on the highway, but I found a hack on [online] - wrap bungee cords around the bars, and it breaks up the wind so it doesn't whistle! Works wonders for a few bucks...
For a roof with no mounts, this is a perfect choice!
The fitment selected for me by etrailer.com for my 2012 Ford Escape was perfect. The Inno Rack System is easy to install (made easier by the use of etrailer.com's instruction video links).
I chose the square bar fitment because I prefer the look over the various "aerodynamic designs", while I prefer the look over others, a wind fairing will prove to eliminate the very hint of sound that does emanate into the cabin.
If you are looking for a Clamp mounted system that requires zero modification/easily removabl this is the system for you.
I got these bars as part of a roof rack set up for my 2015 Kia Rio. The whole set up fits perfectly and is solid as a rock. I am able to transport my 16 foot kayak along with a 12-foot kayak on these things with my little vehicle.
There is a little bit of wind noise caused by having these on top of your car. But I put a wind faring on it and have had absolutely no issues with noise ever since.
We love them and can’t thank you enough for the easy ordering process and fast delivery!
I'm very happy with the purchase. I wasn't sure about spending this much money on something that might not work well. After using it, I'd gladly purchase again for a different car.
Fit well on my car, was very solid and secure. Did not do any damage to the paint on my roof.
Installation is pretty easy - be sure to watch the video and follow the instructions for measurements to set bases to. I could see it being a nightmare to install without those measurements.
The kit also comes with a tightening handle that has a built in torque setting. It's not shown in the video, but a good idea to use so you're sure everything is tightened properly.
Fuel economy suffers about 10-15% with the racks on - even empty. I take them off when I don't need them. I marked the bottom surface of the bars with a paint marker so I know where to put the bases when I put them back on. I also painted on the measurements from the door post so it's easier to reinstall.
Also, an item was missing from the box. etrailer customer service was fantastic about getting me a replacement part.
I had to wait for over a month after I ordered my roof rack because it was out of stock. However, once they had my item in stock, it took only a couple of days to be delivered. I’ve wanted a roof rack and kayak hookup for years, but I’ve been turned away because of the ridiculous prices of Yakima and Thule. But I am thankful that I found this website and how there is an affordable alternative when it comes to purchasing roof racks.
Just installed the etrailer inno square load bars on my 4Runner. I also purchased the Round/square Crossbar Fit Kit .
Looks great and mounted easily to my Prinsu Rack.
Good Kit everything was present and accounted for I was very disappointed to get the unit later than I wanted after paying expedited shipping costs. When I tried to cancel the order to save those extra costs another email to verify the cancelation was sent to Junk mail and seen too late.
I wasted that$ never doing that again.
The unit went on smoothly but not as easy as it looked on video. Got it done. The Square bars do have a considerable wind noise at 55+MPH I will be trying to make my own fairing in the future.
We needed a set of crossbars for our vehicle and read many reviews of other brands before finding this product. We like the bars and the installation of them. We needed something trustworthy to accomodate our rooftop tent and this fit our needs. We experienced excellent customer service!
I was initially not a fan of the design, but it has worked great so far. I've used it for a canoe, two canoes, an 80 lb roof tent, and other random stuff. I have not had a single issue.
Bought to go on my naked roof in Nome, Alaska where temps get down to -20 on a regular basis through the winter. Bars held up nicely load bearing in summer for small canoes and no wear or cracks through the cold winter!
Great product. Easy to install. This is one of three parts needed for a complete roof rack installation. Here is a photo of the finished installation on my 2015 Acura TLX sedan.
Originally, I had ordered a roof rack for my Honda Accord from a different company. It had to be professionally installed so I took it to a Honda dealer. They said you it didn't fit and they couldn't sell me one that would fit. I returned it and the supplier agreed it would not fit my car even though they said it would before I bought it. So I was skeptical when ordering this one from etrailer. Not only did this one fit perfectly, but I was able to easily install it myself and it was much less expensive! The instructions were custom printed for my car! Highly recommend! Thank you!
Really easy to install - appreciated the demo videos on etrailer.com!
Fits well, easy to install.
It is reasonable price and useful. I wondered whether I should choose aero form type or traditional one. After consideration I choose this traditional square bar for the reason of lower price, So far it is good. I don't feel any noise issue during running. I am satisfied.
Installation is easy. Just follow directions. Front bar parts are different than rear bar parts so you need to look at part numbers and use in correct location. Rack is only rated for 100 pounds but looks and feels much stronger than rating. As noted square bars do create lot of wind noise when driving. Purchase this product to carry my Canoe and it does that at almost $200 less than other rack systems on market. For me the square bars are better fit with ratchet straps to hold Canoe down. Hard to find ratchet strap with hook to fit areo bars.
Dislike. No way to level square bars. With car on level ground high point to high point on bars is level. But each bar is off by 1/8" front to back. Wish they were round bars.
Product is great, pretty easy to install. Customer service was also great
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