NEW Bed Rack System, Full Install and Why I Switched... Overlander Build

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I removed my old KB VooDoo bed rack and upgraded to the new Billie Bars bed rack system. If you are looking for an amazing bed rack for your truck or overlander build, this is the one!! Easy to install and light weight! Thanks for watching and be sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button..
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  • @izardsgarage7357
    @izardsgarage7357 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the non biased comparison of the racks. I've been debating on which of those two to get for my truck and didn't know why the Billie Bars were so much more than the Voodoo but now I see why. Looks really great on your truck!

  • @herb82134
    @herb821343 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. I actually have mine on a Tundra with a RTT. I’m about to put back lights into the rear bar. Billy bars are great. I’m glad I chose them over any other racks.

  • @stringbeangene2090
    @stringbeangene20903 жыл бұрын

    So glad I found your channel! I have a Tacoma and looking to do exactly what you have done. Also just bought some Kayaks for fishing so the tips and tricks will help!

  • @bunzoflo84
    @bunzoflo843 жыл бұрын

    Yo im so glad i found your channel. I’ve been looking for so long for the same reason, being able to park with my tent in my garage and still keeping the tannaeu. Thanks man for sharing this.

  • @bretb8799
    @bretb87993 жыл бұрын

    Wow those are really nice and good job. Yes anti-sieze is a must also to prevent galvanic corrosion between the steel bolts and aluminum over time.

  • @MSKhan-dh9id
    @MSKhan-dh9id2 жыл бұрын

    Billiebars is the way to go. I got 8 inch tall brackets for my Frontier and it just solid build. I also got 10 inch extensions to put my RTT on. Billbar guys are great to work with.

  • @Gulfbayphotography
    @Gulfbayphotography3 жыл бұрын

    Getting mine next week. Great video 👍👍 can’t wait to see all the you mount to the system. I for sure want a water port, shovel and axe mounted to mine 🤗🤗🤗🤗

  • @Niloc1922
    @Niloc19223 жыл бұрын

    Super interesting, I think this rack system is very unique. Thanks for the video!

  • @fonzi9286
    @fonzi9286 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. I’ve been reading countless pages of Billie vs KB vs Yakima vs Thule. You sold me on the Billie’s + Molle panel. It will be perfect for my Thule Basin RTT. Happy new year!

  • @monsignorotarpaigh9297
    @monsignorotarpaigh9297 Жыл бұрын

    great video. I'm going with Billie Bars for my Roam Adv Vagabond. BB has been great responding to my inquiries. They seem like a solid company. Thanks again

  • @j.g.2561
    @j.g.25613 жыл бұрын

    Awesome exactly what I was looking for.

  • @appalachhaun_adventures
    @appalachhaun_adventures2 жыл бұрын

    I found the billie bars rack earlier today. Found your video review. Now I want it even more!

  • @mikeryan925
    @mikeryan9253 жыл бұрын

    Looks great! Definitely do it on the other side it looks so good

  • @HooksandHammocks
    @HooksandHammocks3 жыл бұрын

    Have been looking for a rack for my F150 for some time now. I WILL BE LOOKING INTO THESE FOR SURE! Thanks for sharing!

  • @neds_f1508
    @neds_f15082 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank you for detailed install, much appreciated.

  • @2reelyakrz481
    @2reelyakrz4813 жыл бұрын

    Awesome review!!! Looks like a cool system. We have a K3500 (Chevy 1 ton 4-door with full bed). Been difficult to find a way to do what you did with the cover and rack system and make it all work without losing the behind-cab storage box. I've used everything from cut lumber to home fabricated metal components to get the custom storage/utility I need. This looks like it's configurable enough (mounted on the tracks) and having those side panels (yes, get another one) to replace all the one-offs I've done 😎

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    They can actually make them any size you want, check out their website and their custom section. 🤙🏼

  • @darksideemt
    @darksideemt3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! I stumbled across BillieBars this morning cause I was looking for the exact reason you were. I already have a bed cover that I just got and the only option I was really seeing was what LLOD has, the Diamondback cover with the Front Runner setup. Seeing the BillieBars means I only have to buy them and not spend $2200 on the other setup. Your video is the first one I'm checking out on them and really appreciate everything you said and showed.

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Travis! Glad I could help, you will definitely love these Billie Bars! 🤙🏼

  • @michaeljackson6504
    @michaeljackson65044 ай бұрын

    Great video! Hoping this system will fit my Gen4 Taco because it's exactly what I'm looking for. Low profile, but still able to mount the Molle panel for extras. I like the smaller molle panels too as a great alternative to the larger rack systems out there.

  • @DuongTran-dk7mi
    @DuongTran-dk7mi2 жыл бұрын

    Really informative video! Just purchased a 2021 Tundra and I want to do a overland build. I have been looking between KB Voodoo and Billiebars. This helps me decide which one to buy.

  • @SimplyReelTV
    @SimplyReelTV3 жыл бұрын

    Nice informative video T.J.. your garage is awesome! I like the Jeep grill hanging on the wall.

  • @raymondmichielini6021
    @raymondmichielini60213 жыл бұрын

    Hey this is the best video i have seen on tacoma mods.I just bought a 2021 trd pro and im looking to set up my truck like yours.I just subscribed keep posting great videos and info

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bud!! Congrats on the new Taco!!

  • @ROgletree
    @ROgletree3 жыл бұрын

    I think you’re going to like that rack. Looks versatile. I’m using that 80/20 T-slot to build a fridge slide.

  • @dhtcogb
    @dhtcogb Жыл бұрын

    great video. bought a ford ranger that had a cover already on it, didn't want to spend the money on a new cover with T slots. Really wish my ranger had those utility side rails in the bed, that looks really useful.

  • @dyates6380
    @dyates6380 Жыл бұрын

    Great review. Thanks for this.

  • @GuilDormeus
    @GuilDormeus2 жыл бұрын

    I love the side panel. I just got a 2020 Tacoma (first truck) and I have been watching a lot of videos of people tricking it out. I installed a tonneau cover and was wondering how it’ll look with a rack on top

  • @pappajag
    @pappajag3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for explaining the weight distribution issue. I'm looking at getting into overlanding and was looking at those bars. I have a cover as you do and want to put a tent also, but I was wondering if the tent plus two people would be too much. Thx again.

  • @denim_joey
    @denim_joey3 жыл бұрын

    Love the setup!

  • @monolithmotors3802
    @monolithmotors38023 жыл бұрын

    Great video - Billie Bars are a super cool product!

  • @GuilDormeus
    @GuilDormeus2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for making this video

  • @dyates6380
    @dyates6380 Жыл бұрын

    LOVING that hoist set up too man. Nice.

  • @blakeolsen6707
    @blakeolsen67073 жыл бұрын

    Great Video!

  • @dsworks9760
    @dsworks97603 жыл бұрын

    Awesome... should get another side the same bar.. that will have more place to mount other stuff

  • @MSKhan-dh9id
    @MSKhan-dh9id3 жыл бұрын

    Hello: I just watched your install, Thank you for the video. I am in the same situation and was trying to design my own but this would work. My only question is that in the field (while camping) you will not be able to flip your cover all the way back in order to access the bed fully, nor you will be able to lift your RTT every time. My Tonneau is a roll-up type, so depending on how high the moly panels are may work.

  • @keithpowell2786
    @keithpowell27862 жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas to you and your family

  • @marcosmontanez2844
    @marcosmontanez28442 жыл бұрын

    Great video man!!! Just subbed, keep it up!

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that man! 👊🏼

  • @aidencameron1701
    @aidencameron17012 жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas 🎁

  • @cindyschnell
    @cindyschnell2 жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas 🎅

  • @barrylemons3235
    @barrylemons32352 жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas

  • @lucasblanchard47
    @lucasblanchard478 ай бұрын

    I want to get this same rack system for my new RTT!

  • @joshportelli
    @joshportelli Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the WHY, I like your reasoning

  • @timrussell1476
    @timrussell14763 жыл бұрын

    That looks great! Get the other side.

  • @rastakim16333
    @rastakim163333 жыл бұрын

    i'm thinking about buying this and the OVS Nomadic 3 Extended Roof Top Tent .do you think it would work?

  • @denim_joey
    @denim_joey3 жыл бұрын

    I was curious about the length of the crossbars. Thanks!

  • @windowclean100
    @windowclean1003 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Really really nice dude

  • @edkloskowski9666
    @edkloskowski9666 Жыл бұрын

    Would have loved to see you open your Tonneau cover with the bars and tent on it....... maybe you'll have the same experience as me...

  • @jaywojdyla1309
    @jaywojdyla13093 жыл бұрын

    is that the Tyger tri fold you have on there that works with the billie bar setup? Thanks and enjoy your videos.

  • @nokianx400
    @nokianx4008 ай бұрын

    Can you open the last part of the tonneau... have you installed a RTT yet? Any update would beb great! Thanks

  • @TheREM12
    @TheREM12 Жыл бұрын

    I went with KB Voodoo PRO-X bars because they're a little better and less expensive.

  • @maxjennings5025
    @maxjennings5025 Жыл бұрын

    Your video has been incredibly helpful! Thank you. I have 2 questions... 1.What is the cross bar spread you use with your RTT? I have a Thule Tepui and going to be installing on my Billie bars 2. When using anti-seize is blue locktite ok?

  • @sethmoore9041
    @sethmoore9041 Жыл бұрын

    Use the Molly panel for your fishing poles that could be a good use for them

  • @LivingSmallLivingMobile1
    @LivingSmallLivingMobile13 жыл бұрын

    How are winching tent off with Billie bars? If so, how are you connecting?

  • @Mikemalone7873
    @Mikemalone7873 Жыл бұрын

    Yeah… That side panel looks awesome. Better order another.

  • @ShaneGuevara
    @ShaneGuevara2 жыл бұрын

    I have an 10' kayak, would these billie bars work with that? I'd rather have a low profile rack. Great video! Thanks!

  • @jasonderthick6454
    @jasonderthick64542 жыл бұрын

    MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

  • @norcoredneck
    @norcoredneck2 жыл бұрын

    How thick is the legs that support the bars. I want to make sure my cover will seal. Can you measure them? Thanks.

  • @marxxs
    @marxxs Жыл бұрын

    Would be cool to see how those side racks look installed straight vertical, instead of at an angle. Could leave them on when not in use and they wouldn't stick out so much.

  • @iekong8084
    @iekong80842 ай бұрын

    howzit brahda would this work for a first gen tacoma with a lo pro bed cover that rolls up the only thing i was wondering about was how i would put the side rails on since i dont have a track in my bed

  • @ati573
    @ati5733 жыл бұрын

    Is there a option to mount these with out the factory rail system

  • @hmgxiongchico
    @hmgxiongchico2 жыл бұрын

    Smashed it...the subscribe button hahah

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    😂👊🏼

  • @VentureAndGain
    @VentureAndGain3 жыл бұрын

    What about bed stiffeners. Are they still needed for this set up?

  • @Texarican1
    @Texarican13 жыл бұрын

    Awesome look. I’m glad I didn’t get the voodoo rack. I couldn’t find the Molle panel on the site. Could you provide a link to them? Great video

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    billiebars.com/products/billiebar-molle-panel

  • @mmm54941
    @mmm549413 жыл бұрын

    would these bars be compatible with a retrax cover?

  • @1jdm408
    @1jdm4082 жыл бұрын

    Just found your video how are they holding up

  • @joseyanes6695
    @joseyanes66952 жыл бұрын

    Great detailed video. Any issues with the equipment on the Molle panels hit the side of the bed or damaging the paint?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    thanks bud, no issues at all so far 🤙🏼

  • @theupstateangler
    @theupstateangler2 жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas…!!!

  • @Dabaldgorilla
    @Dabaldgorilla3 жыл бұрын

    yes, this is exactly what I'm looking for just sent the company an email to see if they can make it for my truck. I'm glad I didn't buy the voodoo. glad I do my research

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help! Thanks for watching! 🤙🏼

  • @las5454
    @las54543 жыл бұрын

    Any issues with water or dust getting in? (More than usual lol)

  • @fernandoruballos2330
    @fernandoruballos23303 жыл бұрын

    Question, do you think the side accessory panel that you bought for youre Billie bars would bolt up the kb voodoo brackets?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    No, not without making custom brackets.

  • @junquiaot3706
    @junquiaot37063 жыл бұрын

    Love your video. I was wondering, have you been using those bars for a while? I have a Tundra and i am in need of a low profile bed rack for RTT. Also, i have a Truxedo soft role up cover. Will the billie bar work for me? Thanks.

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, they are the BEST , I will never switch to any other bars.

  • @junquiaot3706

    @junquiaot3706

    3 жыл бұрын

    How are they with shipping? I ordered mine last Friday and i have not seen any notification of shipment. Thanks.

  • @mattkrause6264
    @mattkrause62643 жыл бұрын

    Get the second panel just for symmetry’s sake

  • @Marco-fi6gv

    @Marco-fi6gv

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol, I feel ya. I'm a weirdo and I have to have symmetry 😋

  • @TheReligiousLeft
    @TheReligiousLeft3 жыл бұрын

    I’m ordering the new 6.5 inch height version and want two molle panels. One for maxtrax and the other for high lift jack. Any recs on attachments that’ll fit well to the molle?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome man, I'm still in the process of trying different stuff out myself.

  • @TheReligiousLeft

    @TheReligiousLeft

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KayakUSA1 good luck! If you find something that works well let us know :) I’m currently running KBVooDoo premium cage rack system. Works well but super heavy. Just added a bunch of armor to the vehicle so trying to lose weight where I can.

  • @hmgxiongchico
    @hmgxiongchico2 жыл бұрын

    Why the 5” and not the 8”? Wouldn’t the 8” height give you more clearance with the tri-fold cover?

  • @Boltup2000
    @Boltup20003 жыл бұрын

    How much static weight can it hold?

  • @jimmyallen2771
    @jimmyallen2771 Жыл бұрын

    How do you open the TONNEAU COVER?

  • @midsizedopposum2191
    @midsizedopposum21912 жыл бұрын

    How does the folding tonneau cover work with the bars on? You have to take off the bars to unfold?

  • @donaldalderman2424

    @donaldalderman2424

    Жыл бұрын

    Remove the back bar to fold it up most of the way. Could also get a soft roll up cover to get access without removing bars. I just keep the bars off unless I am using them. Keep brackets on.

  • @rshinn8776
    @rshinn8776 Жыл бұрын

    thats a sweet hoist. how are the aluminum threads holding up with you taking the bolts in and out? also, i think your flag is backwards.

  • @TheStryderPrime
    @TheStryderPrime Жыл бұрын

    They should make an Awning mount !!!!

  • @mattm5696
    @mattm5696 Жыл бұрын

    looks like it wider than the bed. would like to view it from the rear of the truck

  • @eliezerrodriguez7307
    @eliezerrodriguez73072 жыл бұрын

    Hi just bought a new tacoma i like your set up , can you give me the part number of those billie bars . Thanks

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m not sure what the part number is but if you just go to their website and type in your truck you will see their rack system these are the only ones they carry

  • @ulugbeksaidkariev4231
    @ulugbeksaidkariev42312 жыл бұрын

    What brand of tonneau cover do you have? I have ordered Billie bars for 2022 Tundra and looking for a soft tonneau. It seems like almost any soft tonneau should work, what do you think? Thank you

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s the Gator/Tiger from Amazon, I think I have a video on it.🤙🏼

  • @donaldalderman2424

    @donaldalderman2424

    Жыл бұрын

    If want bed access without removing the bars get a soft roll up cover.

  • @ALRPNW
    @ALRPNW2 жыл бұрын

    Do you have bed stiffeners installed? Looks like BillieBars had a good option.

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not yet, can’t make myself drill more holes in my bed yet… 😂

  • @Learn2CookWithMe
    @Learn2CookWithMe3 жыл бұрын

    Hey - love the bars. Do you think this will work with the OEM Tacoma Tonneau Cover. If so I'm going to order them.

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    I think it should, as long as the plates on the side can fit under the cover to mount to the track. I love these things!

  • @Learn2CookWithMe

    @Learn2CookWithMe

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KayakUSA1 Awesome - I will shoot them a message. They look like they can support most trunk tents as well. Do you have a code if I purchase a set as I found these racks through your video?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    As of right now, they don’t have any codes but I did just speak with them and they told me that the Billie Bars will work with the OEM cover! 🤙🏼

  • @Learn2CookWithMe

    @Learn2CookWithMe

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KayakUSA1 SWEET - going to order a set once I get my OEM cover installed. I appreciate the follow up

  • @cruzdtown2475

    @cruzdtown2475

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’m wondering if this would work with the Extang Encore Tonneau Cover.

  • @bryanelkins201
    @bryanelkins2012 жыл бұрын

    Hey bro. Great vids, but the flag in your garage is hung incorrectly. The blue field of stars is always up, and to the left when viewed from the front.

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man, the flag is in front of a window and it’s correct from the outside. ( that’s why I have it that way ) I’m a Veteran so I also know all about how our flag should hang. 👍🏼🇺🇸

  • @christopherong2745
    @christopherong2745 Жыл бұрын

    What is the lenght of each billie bar?

  • @algleasonag
    @algleasonag2 жыл бұрын

    Get the 2nd side bar.

  • @Bluetaco18
    @Bluetaco183 жыл бұрын

    Will this rack work with the oem tonneau cover

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    I don’t think so because the oem cover is under flush. I could be wrong tho. Hit them up on their IG and I’m sure they will let you know . 👍🏼

  • @mnfishing4194
    @mnfishing41942 жыл бұрын

    Hey there so if I don't have no rail on my bed I can still run billiebars? I don't need the rails?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Correct

  • @mnfishing4194

    @mnfishing4194

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KayakUSA1 thank you. will be ordering a set.

  • @Xavier_Denzel
    @Xavier_Denzel Жыл бұрын

    You mentioned that the Billie bars are solid aluminum, which they are not. They are extruded aluminum in a hollow shape.

  • @fuadbastaki8293
    @fuadbastaki82932 жыл бұрын

    Do they fit a 2012GMC sierra Denali?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Check their website, maybe 👍🏼

  • @arcadealec5716
    @arcadealec5716 Жыл бұрын

    what tonneau cover is this?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    Жыл бұрын

    Tiger from Amazon 👍🏼

  • @robcopenhaver2800
    @robcopenhaver28003 жыл бұрын

    Hey TJ How far off the bed rail to the top are those?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    I think around 6 to 10 inches. 👍🏼

  • @robcopenhaver2800

    @robcopenhaver2800

    3 жыл бұрын

    When you get a chance can you throw a tape on it and give me a measurement from top of bed rail to top of the cross bars. Thanks Rob

  • @NewImageLawnCare830
    @NewImageLawnCare830 Жыл бұрын

    Hey, you wanna get rid of the old ones let me know I’ll buy them from you

  • @skicounselor
    @skicounselor3 жыл бұрын

    Your American flag is hanging incorrectly on the wall… stars are always in the upper left-hand corner when displayed vertically on a wall.

  • @timkoerschgen1289

    @timkoerschgen1289

    2 жыл бұрын

    If you read the other comments, flag is over a window so it is hung correctly from outside. Yoz are seeing back side. Dude TJ is a veteran he knows how the flag should hang.

  • @andrewm.2720
    @andrewm.27202 жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas

  • @oxa0205
    @oxa02053 жыл бұрын

    What tonneau cover is this?

  • @KayakUSA1

    @KayakUSA1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Gator, I’ve got a video on it 👍🏼

  • @oxa0205

    @oxa0205

    3 жыл бұрын

    On another video you have a tyger cover, which one do you recommend?

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