Noticeable, but not bad. I went from a naked roof so can't compare to OEM rack but it does seem to be a lower profile with air dam touching roof.
Roof Rack Options and Load Ratings
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I have the OEM rails and cross bars. I leave the cross bars off until I need something. Looking for a better solution.
I’m really interested in the ARB BaseRack for the 250 series—its ultra-low profile is my top priority. I also prefer the aesthetic of a Front Runner / older Eezi-Awn style platform over the more modern stamped Prinsu-style racks (but hey, to each their own 
).
That said, I’ve had no luck getting any details from ARB USA—their customer service and website don’t seem to have any info on availability or part numbers.
Meanwhile, ARB Japan has shared quite a bit about this rack option, including dimensions. It looks like it is the standard 72x51" BaseRack (ARB PN 1770030). However nothing about the fitment kit.
Does anyone here have any intel on availability or specs?
From their post:
"
Size line up
1835 × 1285 mm
1835 × 1155 mm
*The photo posted is 1835×1285mm
Low form with height reduction!
The height when installed is equal to correct roof rails!
Can be installed with or without correct roof rails!
Sunroof tilt opening no problem!"
).That said, I’ve had no luck getting any details from ARB USA—their customer service and website don’t seem to have any info on availability or part numbers.
Meanwhile, ARB Japan has shared quite a bit about this rack option, including dimensions. It looks like it is the standard 72x51" BaseRack (ARB PN 1770030). However nothing about the fitment kit.
Does anyone here have any intel on availability or specs?
From their post:
"
Size line up
1835 × 1285 mm
1835 × 1155 mm
*The photo posted is 1835×1285mm
Low form with height reduction!
The height when installed is equal to correct roof rails!
Can be installed with or without correct roof rails!
Sunroof tilt opening no problem!"
I’m really interested in the ARB BaseRack for the 250 series—its ultra-low profile is my top priority. I also prefer the aesthetic of a Front Runner / older Eezi-Awn style platform over the more modern stamped Prinsu-style racks (but hey, to each their own
That said, I’ve had no luck getting any details from ARB USA—their customer service and website don’t seem to have any info on availability or part numbers.
Meanwhile, ARB Japan has shared quite a bit about this rack option, including dimensions. It looks like it is the standard 72x51" BaseRack (ARB PN 1770030). However nothing about the fitment kit.
Does anyone here have any intel on availability or specs?
From their post:
"
Size line up
1835 × 1285 mm
1835 × 1155 mm
*The photo posted is 1835×1285mm
Low form with height reduction!
The height when installed is equal to correct roof rails!
Can be installed with or without correct roof rails!
Sunroof tilt opening no problem!"
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Thats a nice rack. Does it not have t-slots for mounting brackets etc.?
It doesn't look like standard t-slot hardware, but lots of first-party attachment options: Durable Roof Rack AccessoriesFridge Transit Bags
I’m really interested in the ARB BaseRack for the 250 series—its ultra-low profile is my top priority. I also prefer the aesthetic of a Front Runner / older Eezi-Awn style platform over the more modern stamped Prinsu-style racks (but hey, to each their own
That said, I’ve had no luck getting any details from ARB USA—their customer service and website don’t seem to have any info on availability or part numbers.
Meanwhile, ARB Japan has shared quite a bit about this rack option, including dimensions. It looks like it is the standard 72x51" BaseRack (ARB PN 1770030). However nothing about the fitment kit.
Does anyone here have any intel on availability or specs?
From their post:
"
Size line up
1835 × 1285 mm
1835 × 1155 mm
*The photo posted is 1835×1285mm
Low form with height reduction!
The height when installed is equal to correct roof rails!
Can be installed with or without correct roof rails!
Sunroof tilt opening no problem!"
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I like that look too. It’s like the OEM GX rack but looks to give back 3 or 5 inches of clearance versus that one. The GX rack is a complete non-starter for me as I think I’d be at 7’5” with my FatCat up there with skis on it, which is about 4 inches more than will fit in the Lionshead parking garage. Which is most likely where I am going if that stuff is on top of my truck.
Will you DM me or post back here again if you find out about pricing and fitment detail?
Reply I got back from ARB USA:
"Hello, that rack has not been released to the public yet at this time. That is a prototype. The 1770010 is just the rack platform, which is available as those fit multiple applications, but the fitting kit for it to the LC specifically is the part that hasnt been released as of yet. (we actually havent released anything to the public yet on the new LC250). We are looking at March 2025 for that kit to be released and hopefully in stock in the US"
However, I do not think the roof attachment points will differ between regions, so I'm not sure why a US-specific product would need to be developed.
Thank you. Sounds like it will be a minute.
Have you had any issues with the butyl tape and bonded sealing washers? Also what size bonded sealing washers did you use?
I built a flush roof rack using aluminum tubing from Lowe’s. Total cost around $90 and took 2 hours or so. L angle mounted to the roof rails, and then 1” square tube to span between the rails.
