OEM vs DVA Mechancis Cross Bars

[hus-iq]

Looking at either the OEM or DVA mechanics cross bars. 2 OEM bars are the same price as 4 DVA ones. I like the sliders on the DVA but unable to find out what type of system the OEM ones utilise.

OEMs go on the roof ledge and the DVA on the roof bars but does anyone have experience with both?

 

[OkGo]

@DVA Mechanics roof bars all day long. They are robust and low profile.

Just check the weight ratings for what you intend to use them for,.make sure you don't get bars when a rack was needed etc

 

[Texas Grenadier]

Roof Bars all day!

 

[DVA Mechanics]

Thanks for the shout-out. Much appreciated! To answer your question on the mounting systems: the OEM cross bars mount to the roof gutter ledge using a clamp system. Our DualTrack crossbars bolt directly to the factory roof rail attachment points. Fully reversible to stock since no drilling or permanent modification is needed.

The big functional difference is the dual-row L-Track built into each bar. That gives you precise accessory placement anywhere along the rail without fixed mounting positions or adapter plates. The ~1" profile keeps you under a 7' garage door, too — even with the Starlink installed using our mount.

On value, you're right that a 4-bar DualTrack kit runs the same as 2 OEM bars, and the 4-bar kit gives you 400 lb static / 200 lb dynamic capacity. Happy to answer any fitment or load rating questions.