SMS Auto Parts

SMS Auto Parts Review

Starting way back in 1946, SMS Auto Parts was originally founded by the Schafer family and started producing, refurbishing, and repurposing well-made German and Italian automotive parts. They believed that both the man and a machine should work together in seamless integration. That’s why they strive to create some of the most precise built auto parts that go through various quality checks to ensure their durability and effectiveness. The company is still owned by the same family and operates in Philadelphia area, supplying quality auto parts to the US market.

Today they make various parts that can be used to complete your overlanding rig and one of their most sought out products are their exposed racks. In this collection, you’ll find SMS Auto Parts products that we have in our store and hopefully, you will find something that suits your needs and your lifestyle. If you have any questions or doubts about any product, be sure to contact us HERE!

SMS Auto Parts Exposed Racks

SMS Auto Parts Jeep Wrangler Roof Rack For Tent

Looking for a sleek roof rack that doesn’t take um much time and effort to install and can support the weight of a roof top tent? Then this SMS Auto Part roof rack is the solution for you! This exposed rack can fit onto the Jeep Wrangler JL (2 Door) and JLU (4 Door) as well as the Jeep Gladiator JT models from 2018 up to the current one. It comes with two low-profile, heavy-duty crossbars that do not require drilling or other modifications in order to be installed. This SMS Auto Parts rack allows you to mount whichever gear you want for your upcoming adventure.

Constructed out of heavy-duty carbon steel and having an electroplated and black powder coat finish, you can be sure that this rack can withstand the rigor of everyday use and can survive even in the harshest environments and weather conditions. The crossbars come with pre-drilled and threaded holes for weight distribution feet, and if you wanted, you can even fit these SMS Auto Parts crossbars under the factory soft top! They are pretty versatile and allow you to mount a variety of accessories and pieces of gear you might need along the way.

Weight load capacity on these particular crossbars are yet to be determined but it also depends a lot from your vehicle’s roof bearing capabilities. So don’t try to overload the rack and your vehicle to the point where it is impossible to drive it. It has and aerodynamic design and will not cause wind drag nor would it create noise even when driving at high speed. There are so many more great features that this roof rack can offer and if you want to learn more about it be sure to click the button below!

Benefits:

• Very sleek and aerodynamic design
• Easy no-drill installation
• Can fit under a soft top as well
• The protective layer that can survive in the harshest of environments

SMS Auto Parts Jeep Wrangler Hard Top Roof Rack

Next up on our list we have a 4 piece or a 4 bar exposed roof rack for hard top Jeep Wrangler JLU from 2018 up to the newest model. With a simple click-in installation procedure, you can get this Jeep Wrangler hard-top roof rack mounted and running in no time. This SMS Auto Parts exposed rack is designed to bear the weight of 4-5 people and even a roof top tent which makes it a perfect option for your overlanding rig. You can mount pretty much anything you would need without fear that this rack will break under pressure.

However, keep in mind that the weight limit also depends on your vehicle’s capabilities and that you should not overload it to the point where you have difficulty driving. These SMS Auto Parts crossbars come with 6 pre-drilled holes and threaded holes for the weight distribution feet. Constructed out of heavy-duty carbon steel, you can be sure that this roof rack will withstand the rigors of everyday use and will strive even in the harshest of environments.

They are also electroplated and have a black powder coat finish that will increase their resilience and durability wherever you go. As we said, the installation process is very simple as it requires no drilling or modifications down to your vehicle. That means that you can do it by yourself without professional help. So if you are a proud owner of the Jeep Wrangler JLU and want to have a low profile, aerodynamic roof rack that can withstand the weight of a large roof top tent and all the people inside it, be sure to click the button below to learn more about it!

Benefits:

• Very easy to install
• Lightweight and low-profile construction
• High weight load rating
• Heavy-duty materials used

SMS Auto Parts Jeep Wrangler Under Soft Top Roof Rack

Next up on our list is one of the more unique roof racks you can find on the market and it is a Jeep Wrangler JL (2 Door) roof rack that is designed to fit under the Wrangler soft top and provide a stable surface for you to mount whatever floats your boat without having a rack that sticks out. We don’t really need to talk about how aerodynamic it is as it literally sits under the roof of your Jeep! So no need to worry about wind drag or creating noise even when driving at high speeds.

What’s cool about this SMS Auto Parts rack is that it has a click-in mechanism that lets you install the rack without having to drill or modify anything on your vehicle. This set comes with 2 crossbars, one a few inches shorter than the other, and they are constructed out of electroplated, black powder-coated, heavy-duty carbon steel that can survive even the harshest weather conditions without eroding or getting damaged in any way.

Now, needles to say that you would actually need to remove the soft top if you wish to mount something on these crossbars but if you don’t really have the need to mount anything, you can simply put the soft top on again without having to remove the rack which saves you a lot of time! Now while they are meant to be used for soft top Jeeps, you can even convert them and use them on hard top JL’s if you wanted to which is really budget-friendly as you don’t need to buy another rack for that. If you want to learn more about this particular SMS Auto Parts rack click the button below!

Benefits:

• Very durable and rugged construction
• Does not need to be taken off when putting the soft top back on
• Can also be used with hard top
• Jeeps No drill installation

SMS Auto Parts Low Profile Exposed Racks

If you thought that previous crossbars were low profile then you should check this one out. These SMS Auto Parts crossbars are some of the lowest-sitting bars you can find on the market. And with a low profile comes great aerodynamics. We can guarantee that you won’t feel any wind resistance or hear noise even while driving at high speeds. They are, however, still durable enough to withstand the weight of your overlanding gear and any accessories you might have.

These SMS Auto Parts crossbars are incredibly easy to install, like the previously mentioned ones, as they do not require any modifications or drilling done to your vehicle. They are one of the most compact crossbars on the market and seamlessly integrate with the look of your Jeep. They are designed to be installed onto the Jeep Wrangler JL (2 Door) and JLU (4 Door) models that have hard tops. However, they can also be fitted under a soft top using different mounting brackets.

Constructed out of heavy-duty carbon steel with an electroplated powder coat finish, you can be sure that they can withstand a beating and survive even in the harshest environments out there without eroding. Besides being the lowest profile roof racks on the market, these SMS Auto Parts crossbars also come at a very affordable price which makes them a great addition to any overlanding rig. So, if you want to learn more about them be sure to click the button below!

Benefits:

• Lowest profile crossbars on the market
• Affordable price
• Easy to install
• Durable construction

SMS Auto Parts Click In Exposed Racks

Finishing up our list we have these Jeep Wrangler JK (2 Door) crossbars and unlike the previously mentioned ones that came either in a 4 bar configuration or 2 bar, these ones come with 3 crossbars that can be easily mounted on top of your hard top Jeep. They are a great option if you wish to have a roof top tent mounted on your rig and on top of that they can even be decked out with a variety of accessories that you might need during your next adventure.

These SMS Auto Parts crossbars come with pre-drilled and threaded holes for the weight distribution feet and they do not require any drilling whatsoever to be installed. Just mount this roof rack to the side railing of your Jeep, secure it in place and you are good to go! What’s great about this SMS Auto Parts rack is that the tent you mount on top of them can simply click-in and click-out using push pins which makes mounting and dismounting a roof top tent a breeze.

They have a rugged construction made out of heavy-duty carbon steel with an acid-washed, electroplated, and powder-coated finish that increases their durability and resilience and will prevent them from eroding even in harshest environments. All the SMS Auto Parts crossbars can be used both for hard top and soft top and this one is no different. You will just need to use a conversion kit to achieve that. With a lot of great things to offer, these exposed racks would be a perfect addition to your overlanding rig so be sure to check them out by clicking the button below!

Benefits:

• Can be converted to a soft top rack with a conversion kit
• Comes with 3 crossbars
• Perfect for mounting a roof top tent
• Easy no drill installation

SMS Auto Parts FAQS

What is the SMS Auto Parts warranty?

SMS Auto Parts offers a limited 3-year warranty on all of their racks.

What makes SMS Auto Parts exposed racks so unique?

They are one of the thinnest crossbars out there but what makes them stand out is that they can be mounted both on hard top Jeep models as well as under soft top ones using just a conversion kit.

Can I mount a roof top tent on SMS Auto Parts crossbars?

Yes, you can! While SMS Auto Parts does not specify the weight limit of their roof racks, they do advise that you be responsible for loading weight onto said racks as the weight of your load is distributed through the frame of your vehicle or over the roof top. The crossbars themselves are incredibly strong and can withstand the weight of pretty much anything. So, yes, you can mount a roof top tent on your SMS Auto Parts crossbars.

Are SMS Auto Parts racks only made for Jeeps?

No. SMS Auto Parts also makes exposed racks for a variety of different vehicles. While we may not have options for other vehicles yet, we do have pretty much every single exposed rack that you can fit onto a variety of Jeep models.