Rack looks good on these New Rav 4s

Great install video toyota makes it difficult on the new rav 4s for the roof rack removal but not to bad of a un install and sherpa Rack install 0:55

My 22 Rav4 only has 5 holes per side, holes 2 and 3 are now 1 and 2. I'm screwed. EDIT: Toyota got rid of the extra holes. All the ones needed are still there, and only the two larger rubber gaskets were needed. All installed and finished! So very pleased with the result!

@sherpaec

7 ай бұрын

We are glad that everything worked out well for your installation!

@laurenhong4156

6 ай бұрын

So you were able to install the Sherpa on your 2022 RAV4?

I have a 23 le AWD that didn’t come with rails are anything to attach to. Would I still be able to use this? If so, could I get the factory nuts from you guys?

What kind of silicone do you recommend?

Just ordered mine, but I'm a little curious. How long do these rubber plugs last? I live in Northern Michigan so snow and ice are a very real hazard up here. How does this product hold up in the winter? What kind of preventative maintenance do you recommend?

@sherpaec

Жыл бұрын

We don't have more the one winter season on this design. We do however have years of experience with the compound we are using with very few issues over that time frame. I'd 100% keep an eye on them and if any concern or issues arise we can gladly replace them for you.

@jsmith42690

Жыл бұрын

​@@sherpaec, excellent. Is there a way to order extra mounting equipment in the event of wear and tear? This vehicle will be pulling double duty as my daily driver in winter months, so the rubber will definitely get abused!

Will the Thule Force XT be able to mount on the Sherpa?

@sherpaec

Жыл бұрын

It likely could. We are compatible with most universal rack mounting systems that are designed for bars. Worth asking Thule about their fitment requirements.

Is there a torque spec for the hardware? Specifically, the hardware mounting to the vehicle.. I know you mentioned not over tightening and how it may comprise the water seal. Are there torque specs for those bolts?

@sherpaec

9 ай бұрын

Those are using our bonded washers so you are tightening until you see the washer flatten out and the seal on the washer compressing. You do not want to tighten them past the washer becoming flat or it can compromise the seal. Usually, this is around 22-inch pounds but sometimes requires a little bit more.

@JohnnyHarrell

7 ай бұрын

@sherpaec 22in-lbs is like 1/10 the torque that the Toyota specified factory rack hardware (26Nm in the manual). If I change out the washers from the flat/sandwich style to the outer steel/inner rubber style (designed to seal under load), can the rest of the structure in the stack take a larger torque rating (to factory spec specifically)? I have a rack on order, so I appreciate your answer.

@sherpaec

7 ай бұрын

Hi Johnny, we have not done any testing with those style washers and thus we can not confirm that A: you can tighten it to that spec B: that it would be a watertight seal. We have done ample testing with our setup and reccomend that you install as per our instructions.@@JohnnyHarrell

@JohnnyHarrell

7 ай бұрын

I appreciate the reply and understand your stance on install. 22in-lbs (~1.8ft-lbs, ~2.5Nm) seem incredibly low for the application.@@sherpaec

@DaGodfaddah

4 ай бұрын

@@sherpaecdo you have an update on this? i'm considering an order but if it's tightening stuff then it would be useful to know some specs so i don't have to worry about stuff rattling/coming loose.

Can anyone please help confirm the following? 1. Does this "not work with Panoramic sunroof" because you can't open the sunroof after? 2. Does it "not work with the Panoramic sunroof" because the sunroof is occupying space/holes/etc. the rack needs to plug in? I am ok with not opening the sunroof.

@sherpaec

Жыл бұрын

The rack does not sit high enought to allow the sunroof to open, but the rack can still be installed without issue so long as you don't open the sunroof.

@adammescan4860

Ай бұрын

Any chance of a model coming along that allows the sunroof to be opened?

Does this work with panoramic

@jsmith42690

Жыл бұрын

Their website says no, unfortunately. Not much love going on for the unfortunate XSE owners...

@sherpaec

Жыл бұрын

It can be installed but the sunroof can no longer be opened.

Why no mention on headliner removal

@sherpaec

2 жыл бұрын

We mention to go watch our video specifically covering removing the headliner.

@DeannaMarie51

Жыл бұрын

Showing the hardware on camera when referencing it would have been helpful.