03-24-2017, 07:38 PM
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Also interested if a RTT has been mounted on it. Design looks great
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03-24-2017, 09:27 PM
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Also interested if a RTT has been mounted on it. Design looks great
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I haven't, but as long as the needed brackets for the RTT fall within the 48x48 inch foot print of the rack, it could definitely be done. There are premade stainless steel clips that allow for a vertical clamping force on the fibergrate, but I'm not that familiar with how the RTTs mount.
I'm sure this would handle an RTT just as well as any other rack, but the real advantage to this solution is that nearly anything can be placed up on the rack and strapped down at any location on the rack, since there are so many tie down spots.
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03-24-2017, 09:35 PM
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Great idea! I have a roof basket already though...
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03-26-2017, 01:31 PM
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Just saw this and I'm interested. I have a thule roof basket and its too high profile for my liking. It doesn't look like I'm too far from you so maybe I can pick one up in the next week or two. 
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03-27-2017, 05:52 PM
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Holds an awning too!
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03-27-2017, 10:39 PM
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Looks good!!
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04-19-2017, 11:20 AM
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04-19-2017, 11:30 AM
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Wonder how hard it would be to put side railings around it.
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04-19-2017, 11:55 AM
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Where can a guy buy the fibergrate panels?
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09-26-2017, 11:22 PM
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These still up for offer? Or do I need to source my own now? I tried the Curt rack, low profile mount, ended up jacking my roof up because of bowing.
Need it for what Drew is using it for, plus maybe some Rotopax down the line.
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09-28-2017, 10:53 PM
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These still up for offer? Or do I need to source my own now? I tried the Curt rack, low profile mount, ended up jacking my roof up because of bowing.
Need it for what Drew is using it for, plus maybe some Rotopax down the line.
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Unfortunately my source for getting the fibergrate at such a reduced cost has gone away. I can't really offer these at a competitive cost compared to other options anymore. If I ever happen to find it again, I'll let you know.
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10-11-2017, 10:38 AM
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I can not stop thinking about how to get this stuff in my cash range.
I can get plenty of scrap pieces of galvanized grating but would look ugly compared to the fiberglass greating/ fibergrate.
I even saw some fibergrate that was safety yellow. I think that would be awesome. now just to source some.
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10-11-2017, 11:32 AM
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I can not stop thinking about how to get this stuff in my cash range.
I can get plenty of scrap pieces of galvanized grating but would look ugly compared to the fiberglass greating/ fibergrate.
I even saw some fibergrate that was safety yellow. I think that would be awesome. now just to source some.
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I got mine on Amazon. McMaster Carr and other industrial supply sites have it as well. I don't remember the exact cost, but it's still cheaper than buying a nice steel rack. Of course you can go with a Curt rack or a Thule basket, but to me those look cheesy and aren't functional for my needs.
I've been running this style of rack for almost two years. It's been great for hauling a canoe. I have used some Smittybilt brackets to raise the rack further from the roof and I mounted a RTT to it a few months ago. The brackets helped to raise the fibergrate off the roof, which made attaching the RTT way easier.
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10-11-2017, 12:54 PM
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I got mine on Amazon. McMaster Carr and other industrial supply sites have it as well. I don't remember the exact cost, but it's still cheaper than buying a nice steel rack. Of course you can go with a Curt rack or a Thule basket, but to me those look cheesy and aren't functional for my needs.
I've been running this style of rack for almost two years. It's been great for hauling a canoe. I have used some Smittybilt brackets to raise the rack further from the roof and I mounted a RTT to it a few months ago. The brackets helped to raise the fibergrate off the roof, which made attaching the RTT way easier.
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Did you end up using the Defender Rack mounts?
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10-11-2017, 01:02 PM
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Did you end up using the Defender Rack mounts?
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Yep, part number DS2-6 I believe.
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