R1T Build: Trial fit setup on my new Range Industries rack

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-03T14:11:49+00:00

I have previously used the streaming capability back when it first came out as well as the hotspot since before Connect+ was a thing. I am trying to get the streaming working again but it seems to have been hidden fully behind the paywall. (Not looking to argue the merits of that system here) I recall after Connect+ came out being able to still use the Hotspot while tethering with my phone, and losing it isn't a big deal other than needing to update my wife's wifi, but I think I remember needing to be on the Hotspot to do casting. My question is, did Rivian remove both of these features to fully behind the connect+ paywall? I thought that if you used phone tethering or if you were connected to WIFI you could use most all of the usual streaming like features of the Rivian? If anyone can recommend how to stream while using tethering I'm sure myself and others without Connect+ would appreciate it.

J's Rivian

New member

Mar 21, 2025

I was originally using the stock Rivian cargo bars with my Roofnest Condor XL, but wanted to get the tent higher so that I can use our annex and be able to shift it further forward. The original Range Industries Mariner rack sits even with cargo bars if you have them on the roof, 23.1” from the bed rails. I wanted to keep that option for other things but wanted the tent to be closer to the roof, so I bought some extra extrusion and have it 18 7/8” above the bed rails.

This gives about 1/4” clearance to the rooftop spoiler from the bottom of the tent and just barely fits in and out of my garage (the top rubs on the rubber weather seal on lowest suspension height and with the tires aired down a bit). Overall I am happy with it, and will work on getting my awning mounted to the rack too so I won’t need the roof bars at all.

I think I might shift the tent an inch or so rearward so it that I get a little more clearance to the spoiler for vibration and flex. I also picked up a set of Vanultra Quick Release mounts. They seem well built and make it easy to take the tent on and off. I figure I will probably just leave the rack on all or most of spring-fall.