Available Surco 45 x 60-Inch Rooftop Cargo Basket for Raised Roof Rails on 2001 Jeep Cherokee  

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Surco offers their rooftop cargo baskets in many sizes, including the 45 x 60-inch size, which is part # SPS4560-1101. This basket fits on raised factory roof side rails that run front to back. You can see an example installation using the video link included for you.

This Surco basket offers a 250-lb weight rating but you'll want to check your Jeep manual to confirm the vehicle's own roof weight capacity. The lower of the two will determine your actual load rating. Keep in mind that the weight of the Surco basket itself, 30-lbs, also counts against the roof weight rating. So, for example, if your roof were to be rated for 165-lbs this means that you would be able to actually load cargo up to a total weight of 135-lbs.

Often users of rooftop cargo carriers also choose a step to simplify loading and unloading of their cargo items. We offer many portable steps but the one I most often recommend is the Telesteps folding step # TE97FR. This step comes fully-assembled, is made of lightweight and corrosion-free aluminum, folds up for storage and yet it gives you a foot of extra reach for more easily handling your rooftop cargo items. It is also handy around the house or garage.

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