Cross Bar Recommendation

[03Sport]

I'm looking for some aftermarket crossbars for my 03 Explorer Sport. I have looked on EBay and Craigslist and have seen a few types. Does anyone have a recommendation on brand and or size? Thanks in advance.

 

[03Sport]

Also looking for used OEM or aftermarket running boards.

 

[wbrudi28]

id check some junkyards and pick up OEM crossbars

 

[03Sport]

Thanks for the suggestion, I tried pull a part, but no luck.

 

[zach.stov]

I have a pair of 2005 XLT running boards for sale. They look brand new but I'm really just trying to get them out of the garage. I live in Dallas, TX - if the shipping would be worth it i'll pretty much just give them to you.

 

[03Sport]

Thanks Zach. It would be shipping to 30809.

 

[01STrunner]

I like my Yakima system. It wasn't quite as much as a Thule system but better than many of the cheaper bars I've seen rust into nothing. I have the 50" bars I think. I can't remember exactly. They stick out a few inches on either side of the side rails. I'd keep looking around for OEM bars though. I like mine but will have to cut them down so they don't get caught if I happen to lean into a tree or 2 on the trail.

 

[mlovett]

Check out Yakima Whispbar cross bars. Factory look, very sturdy, little pricey but worth it. Most Yakima accessories will work on them and if nit you can buy mounts from Yakima to adapt your accessories to the system. Install in 15 minutes and are lockable--lock cores and keys included.

 

[03Sport]

Thank for the advice...I'm still searching for OEM but may go with the Yakima.

 

[XtremeRanger]

Thank for the advice...I'm still searching for OEM but may go with the Yakima.

Yakima...FTW!

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