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The Original Tonneau Cover Crossbar System

How did it come to be?

Way back in 2016, members of the TacomaWorld community asked us to create a truck bed crossbar system that would attach to the inside of a truck bed, then wrap around the outside of a tonneau cover, so that they could carry items like skis, tents, bikes, cargo baskets, and kayaks above the bed.

It was a great idea, so we obliged.

These photos show the first prototypes being installed on our Toyota Tacoma in November 2016

Since then, materials have changed, the bars have been strengthened and improved, and we have expanded the product to fit every truck on the market. We have multiple styles for multiple applications.

Our PRO-X truck bed crossbars use an aluminum T-track crossbar which allows for easy attachment of accessories.

Our brand new PRO-XE truck bed crossbars add an optional molle panel system.

LO-Rise Truck Bed Crossbar System

KB Voodoo also offers a LO-RISE truck bed crossbar system.

KB Voodoo invented the tonneau compatible truck bed crossbar, and we will continue to innovate moving forward.

Who Are We?

Simply put, we are a truck bed rack company. That’s it, nothing else.

There are many things that we could build just to sell, just to make money, but we specialize in one thing, and we do it better than anyone else.

We are not a marketing company, in fact, we aren’t very good at marketing. We do not provide products to influencers in trade for a “review”, we find that to be disingenuous.

We are not an “overlanding store”. We do not sell products from other companies, we only sell products that we make. 

Background

Who invented modular truck bed racks?

In 2016, KB Voodoo invented the modular truck bed rack. Since then many other companies have stepped in with their own version of that product. Other companies borrow ideas, but we continue to innovate and drive the industry.

This is a photo of the very first modular truck bed rack on our 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road

This is a photo of the very first ever modular truck bed rack on our 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road

Who Invented Tonneau Compatibe Truck Bed Racks

Shortly after inventing the modular truck bed rack, KB Voodoo pioneered tonneau cover compatibility for truck bed racks. Prior to that, if you wanted a tonneau cover and a bed rack, you had to make it work on your own. We made the process simple.

This is the first modular truck bed rack installed with a tonneau cover

This is the first ever modular truck bed rack installed with a tonneau cover

What does the future look like for KB Voodoo?

We will continue to find better ways to enhance the capability of your truck. We have a lot of great ideas for future designs, so stay tuned.

JEEP Gladiator Crossbars

KB Voodoo Fabrications has multiple options for customers looking to carry their roof top tents, bikes, ski racks, and cargo baskets above their bed while keeping a low profile.

PRO-X Crossbars, compatible with tonneau covers, fits Jeep Gladiator

The PRO-X Crossbars sit 6” above the side rails of the bed, measure 3” wide x 1.5” high and are made from high strength extruded aluminum. With a dynamic load rating of 300lbs and static rating of 800lbs, these bars will take anything you throw at them and are compatible with most tonneau covers.

The Best Powder Coating in the Industry!

Our uprights are sandblasted to achieve a surface profile that paint can really stick to. After sandblasting, they are sprayed with a zinc-rich primer, then they are powder coated, and finally they are cured in a 400° oven. The curing process formulates a protective skin and promotes adhesion of the coating.

PRO-X Lo-Rise Crossbars, fits Jeep Gladiator

The PRO-X Lo- Rise Crossbars sit directly on the top rails of the bed, measure 3” wide x 1.5” high and are made from high strength extruded aluminum. With a dynamic load rating of 300lbs and static rating of 800lbs, these bars will take anything you throw at them and are intended for use without a tonneau cover.

Jeep Gladiator Hi Rise Crossbars, for use with tonneau covers

The Hi Rise Crossbars were the first and original crossbars to hit the market from KB Voodoo Fabrications. They are made from black textured powder coated steel and sit 6” above the bed rails of your truck. The crossbars measure 1.5” x 3” and feature a load rating of 200 lbs dynamic and 500 lbs static, per set of two bars.

Made in U.S.A.

In stock and ready to rock!!

Available for the Jeep Gladiator and all other trucks as well.