Thanks for the info. I had not seen the video. Yes the Xterra is much taller and that is presenting the challenge. The revo (2007) is much heavier than OK prowler, and I would not have a problem hoisting that one on the rack. I can lift the revo, but not high enough to reach the rack without too much strain on the back. The molded handles are not great, but they are OK.
I appreciate your point regarding the gas struts. It is a real effort to get it up during the initial lift. I should perhaps get them looked at.
To top it off my helpful neighbor, did not listen when I told him to grasp the handle when lowering it on to the rack on top of the vehicle. So now the latch does not open fulling enough to engage in the locking mechanism on the top of the SUV
Thank you for your suggestions.