Roof Rack for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee for Using with Thule Tepui Tent
Question:
Hi I have a question about the roof rack system and roof tent Im trying to put together. I have the issue where I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee with the fake roof rails, so I need to use the Thule fit kit that goes in the door jambs rather than the roof rails. Im looking at buying a Tepui Explorer Kukenam 3, and I just wanted your opinion on whether this tent will be ok with that rack I assume that the door jamb setup is not as strong as the rail systems. Thanks,
asked by: James M
Expert Reply:
The HD Yakima roof rack that fits your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee part # Y01157, # Y28TR, # Y03541, and # Y06121 would be best option for carrying the Thule Tepui Explorer Kukenam 3 # TH8001KSK04.
The capacities for roof racks are a dynamic rating which means it's how much weight it can carry when travelling on bumpy roads so the static number is much higher. While a static number is available for most racks (including this) we know that with as high of a dynamic capacity as this rack has it would easily work great for the tent.

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Thule Tepui Explorer Kukenam 3 Rooftop Tent - 3 Person - 600 lbs - Haze Gray
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Thule Tepui Explorer Kukenam 3 Rooftop Tent - 3 Person - 600 lbs - Haze Gray
- Tents
- Roof Top Tent
- 600 lbs
- 3 Person
- 1 Door
- 4 Season
- Gray
- Thule
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