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RetraxPro XR incompatible with Elevate and Yakima racks

25Raptor

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Does anybody know why these racks are incompatible with the RetraxPro XR tonneau? I've found others, like the Kuat Ibex, which is compatible. On my 2025 Ranger Raptor, the RetraxPro XR installs with support brackets, I assume to address the issue of the bed rails not supporting weight. Also, the j brace issue has been addressed. The cover is rated to support 500lbs. My Ford dealer parts manager doesn't think there'd be any problem. Still, I'm reluctant to install if there's a specific reason it doesn't work. Thanks!
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Both should have T-track kits, come in midsize bar widths and have some width adjustment (cover track spacing).. but yeah the Ranger doesn't always appear on North American vendor sites

@RealTruck should carry the Retrax, Elevate and Outpost/Overhaul, maybe they could confirm (and provide pricing that should beat your dealer)
 

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Yakima fits the Retrax like a glove. Pretty sure Yakima designed the towers specifically to fit the Retrax . It's also easy to remove if you don't want it on or want to switch up. I usually run the lower bars.
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I bought the rack with this kit included (which they don't seem to offer any more.) The pic here shows how it fits. Embark LS is just Ford's rebranded Retrax.
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