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This custom fit kit lets you mount 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 legs to your vehicle with a naked roof. Clamps mount to legs with bolts. Includes 4 clamps and 4 pads.
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Today we're taking a look at our Rhino-Rack Roof Rack System. So this has the 46-inch long crossbars, the towers as well as the Custom Fit Kit for your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. So you got a little car with a lot of personality, but what if you need to do some other things with it Maybe you wanna carry around a roof basket or a roof box or kayaks. What you then need is a roof rack system. So your options for your Sonic may be limited, especially with the hatchback version, which is what we have here. But this is still a good option because you have this Custom Fit Kit that fits perfectly into your door and you have a solid system with a great weight capacity to carry around those accessories.
We have the 46-inch long crossbars here which I think is a great balance for crossbars. I usually prefer longer crossbars just because I wanna maximize the space. But when it comes to smaller vehicles like this, you don't want them too long because when you get into your car, you don't wanna hit your head against them. So this still gives you overhang without being too long of a crossbar. In fact, taking some measurements, tower to end cap, we have 2 and a quarter inches here for our front crossbar.
Next measurement is the height added to the top of the roof. So top of the roof to top of the crossbar is 4 and a half inches which means that's where your cargo is gonna sit. If you're carrying around skis and snowboards, especially skis with extra tall bindings, you want enough clearance off the top of your roof. And if you don't have enough clearance, that's when you're gonna start taking a look at our accessories that give you that clearance. At the end of your Rhino-Rack Crossbars, you have the special Rhino-Rack Security Tool.
So you're just gonna turn this and you can pop that end cap off and now you can see the shape of your Rhino-Rack bar but as well as get access to your T-track channel. So these are the Vortex Aero Bar. So if you remember the traditional round and square cross bars, those had a lot of wind noise and wind drag when driving down the road. This is to help out with that. They're a lot more aerodynamic where they're tapered, they get larger and then they're tapered again.
It adds that sporty look to your Chevy Sonic but it also adds that practicality. If you wanna carry around kayaks, you wanna carry around skis and snowboards, this is probably gonna be the best way to do it. Now it might seem tricky to install but hopefully this video helped you out with that install process. Remember, this has 165 pound weight capacity but that includes the weight of your accessory, the weight of your cargo, and the weight of your roof rack system. So when you do use this roof rack, keep that in mind before you enjoy your adventures. This roof rack system has pretty much everything you need but I recommend grabbing your tape measure real quick as you install them. So let's take a look at that process. So the install process for this is gonna be a little bit confusing. That's just how it is with naked roofs. It is easy though, and that's what this video is for, to guide you through that process with the different numbers for the pads, different numbers for the hooks, where to put the plates, whether they're out or in, things like that. So first we'll start up with setting up your towers. So start by taking your end cap off and then you're gonna get your tower and feed it through your crossbar. And you're also gonna have this measurement strip for underneath. So for our front crossbar, you want it at 146 millimeters. So find that and then cut that to size. So I'm not gonna cut this strip just because I'm installing it for demonstration purposes but once you have it at the exact measurement you need it to be, tighten it down with your included Rhino-Rack tool. Now we're gonna set up the pad. So there's gonna be different numbers and there's gonna be different arrows on the pad. So you want the foot plate to be facing out. And then for this case, we're gonna be using 628 and it's gonna be on the right side. So if they're both facing out, you just pop them together. So just double check that both of those arrows are facing the same way before you pop them onto your tower. So now we're ready to put this onto our roof. So don't forget which one's the right side, which one's the left side, 'cause they have different components. And then gently place it on there. So your fit kit is gonna have these specific measurements for where your front crossbar and where your rear crossbar should go. So for example here, it's gonna be 5 and 29/32. So pretty much almost 6 inches. So get that measurement and then line up the center of your tower to that distance. Once they're in place, you're then going to get the hooks on. So there's that bolt, you're gonna put that through the hook and you're gonna feed it with that threaded nut back there. So it can be a little tricky. You're gonna have to use both hands and then hand tighten. So I hand tightened it first because you don't wanna tighten one side way too much more than the other. So what you could do is you can tighten it down halfway on this side. Go to the other side, go to like 75%, finish it off on the other side. That way it doesn't pull the crossbar to one side unevenly. Your Rhino-Rack tool has a torque spec. So as you pull on the end, if you have enough tightness or torque, it's gonna flatten out. And the final step, once everything is tightened down is to put your end caps on. You have your crossbar end caps and then you have your tower end caps. So you're gonna lock that with a key and you can get the metal lock core upgrade for your crossbar. Here we have the plastic one. Once all four sides are locked up, then that's it for the install. You're ready to load this up and hit the road. And that right there was a look at our Rhino-Rack Roof Rack System with the 46-inch long crossbars, the thru feet for your Rhino-Rack roof rack as well as the Custom Fit Kit for your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic..
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (2297 Customer Reviews)
This custom fit kit lets you mount 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 legs to your vehicle with a naked roof. Clamps mount to legs with bolts. Includes 4 clamps and 4 pads.Fit my 2016 Chevy sonic perfectly. Easy to install with a video etrailer had done for an earlier model sonic. It has a nice look and is very functional.
Smooth transaction.i got what ive expected and im planning to order the rhino basket for my rack.thank you etrailer.
We put this rack on our 2013 Chevy Sonic Hatchback because it was the only model out there that would fit. It's been a year and no issues at all - no rusting, nothing coming loose, doesn't catch. We had someone experienced install it for us along with the bars and our cargo box and haven't had one issue. Definitely recommend this product - we got a great price too.
Outstanding! Was relatively easy to install, looks great. Very aerodynamic and sturdy. Unnoticeable fuel mileage difference. Highly recommend Rhino Rack product and etrailer.com. Product delivered promptly. Please keep up the good work and many thanks!
Fits my Chevy Sonic very well. Good quality. The roof rack was worth every dime I paid. I bought it to put bikes on my roof, but I have used to carry a canoe, sheets of plywood and plywood.
Just finished it and it awesome. What was better than the rack was Olivia who made sure I got the right parts, videos and even a follow up email to check how the install went and to make sure I got my order. Awesomely done etrailer.com and Olivia
Great product and easy to install on chevy sonic
Great quality!
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
Installed this and 65" Vortex Areo crossbars on a 2015 RAM 5500 chassis cab/crew cab. It is listed to fit 1500 to 3500 RAM's and neither Rhino-Rack or etrailer would confirm it would fit the 5500. My research suggested there was not much, if any difference, between the 3500 and 5500 crew cab, so ordered it any way. Installation was relatively easy, fit seemed to be good and have made multiple 200-300 mile trips with a 75lb kayak. Good price, great customer service and fast delivery through etrailer.
Mike L - 10/06/2022Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
The rack was fairly easy to mount on my Durango. I was able to load my kayak from the side since I have a bike rack on the rear. I use a bathroom rug and flip the boat up on the car, then slide the boat directly onto the rack. I only carry it this way for short drives to local lakes. There is some wind noise at 50 mph.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
We originally got this rack system (Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof Item #DK427) mostly for our Kayak racks on our 2015 Ford F-150, which worked great. Then we totaled our F-150 and the racks actually fit on our new 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD P/U. We took it on a 16,000 mile trip from the East Coast to Alaska with both 12 ft. kayaks on the top. Through the various speeds (sometimes up to 80 mph), weather conditions, and the high crosswinds of the mid-West, the racks help up perfectly. No issues or problems. I would recommend these to anyone.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
I've had this Rhino Rack 2500 series for one year. I've outfitted the rack with one "J hook" style kayak holder and one "cradle" kayak holder. I am able to securely travel with two kayaks on the roof of my 2014 Honda Civic sedan without issue. During the one year I've had this rack I've traveled over 1,000 miles with two 12 foot+ kayaks on my roof. I can set cruise control at 70mph and not worry about the rack failing. I rate it four (4) stars because the cradles will sometimes move during a long drive and have to be readjusted. This is something that is more cosmetic in the since it looks slightly off, however it does not affect the racks security.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
Fairly easy installation. Read the instructions thoroughly before hand and get familiar with the parts. Take care when installing mounting studs onto car itself so as not to strip or cross thread them. Once installed they look great.
Robert - 10/14/2022Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
After a year the rack has stood the test of time and daily use. I've set it properly and for the most part forgotten about it. I've used the rack to haul a ton of furniture properly tied down to my sedan's roof.Ive also postponed getting a larger car by gaining space in the roof box. I still recommend this product.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
Fit my Honda CRV perfectly and the whole kit was easy to install. The cargo box I ordered for in the racks perfectly. Of course there was some noise when traveling, and also reduced gas mileage, but that is to be expected. The very slight whistle when driving at higher speeds was easy to tune out. Service from etrailer was great and shipping was quick! I also appreciate all of the information and tutorials available. Would order from this company again.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
I bought these to be able to haul 4 kayaks on the roof of my 2017 Ram Mega cab while pulling our fifth wheel. We have use the Rhino Rack several times including a trip from Kentucky to Montana and back with no issues. I highly recommend the Rhino Rack for extra cargo capacity on top of your pickup. The instructions were good and installation was pretty straight forward. I plan to take the system off in the winter which will be easy to do.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
Bought these in order to carry my snowboarding gear around northern Maine, Toyota didn't have racks for my car so I bought from here. Having them on for about 10 months I haven't had a single problem and are as strong as they were when I first put them on.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
I bought this last yr to haul my kayaks on my Toyota camry. Being 5'2", getting them on top of my SUV was next to impossible for me and my daughters. Since then, I have traveled from Michigan, all the way to the west coast with two 13' ft kayaks. These racks have been absolutely perfect in every aspect. I mounted them myself, and checked them regularly to see if they needed adjusted. Not once did they loosen or move. They with stood Traveling with speed limits reaching 80 mph on I84, along with the windy weather on our cross-country trip. My car moved around from the high winds, and the racks stayed put. These racks have by far reached and surpassed every expectation I had when purchasing them. I would not recommend another. Only thing I would recommend is showing installation for both front and back bars, since the measurements are slightly different for both. As I had to figure this out my self, after watching the installation video. Thank you Rhino for providing such a high quality product.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
Great product. I put the removable racks and brackets on my car as soon as I received them in the mail and have not removed them since. They are used everyday to hold my Yakima rooftop box.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
From the minute Erica, from etrailer answered the phone and took my order, the process of getting my new Rhino-Rack 2500 was easy. Once my auto body shop installed the rack, I saw what a quality product the Rhino-Rack 2500 is. It fits my 2017 Toyota Corolla like it was from the factory. It looks great on the car and the functionality is excellent. I love it and highly recommend etrailer and Rhino-Rack products
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
As you can tell by the photo, they never came. Thank you [vendor] for having a tow hitch basket in stock. They saved the day as my other storage option did not arrive, even with the additional $$ paid for faster shipping.
Review from a similar DK in Roof Rack
I’ve never had a Rhino Rack before. Much of the rack is plastic, but seems secure and looks nice. I’m grateful, because this is the only rack built to fit my Toyota Rav 4 . It’s not noisy and doesn’t seem to affect my mileage
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