Another attempt at a how to wind deflector so here it goes. I basically read and reread this thread countless times
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/152650-diy-roof-rack-fairing-whitson-metalworks.html
I liked the idea but sense I have no plans for a light bar I had to modify the plans too. As I am also the only 5th gen with a Whitson Metalworks rack I had to be blessed and be crafty as no other companies make the wind deflector that would fit. Out with the old
Used zip ties... last minute type stuff
Replaced with everything new and stainless steel ohhhhhhhhhh yeaaaaa
Everything purchased from lowes
Sheet of lexan plexiglass
1/4 x 3/4" bolts
Washers
Lock washers
And nuts
(4) 3/4" conduit pipe hangers
Black spray paint and plasti dip for wind deflector
Marked the spot
Dremel the corners to round them off
Painted the hardware
Test fitted the metal
Boom
And a little of the Christmas spirit already!!! Wife makes me put the lights on the truck just saying
Whitson Metalworks showing off
I can answer questions if I need to. Hope this helps anyone
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/152650-diy-roof-rack-fairing-whitson-metalworks.html
I liked the idea but sense I have no plans for a light bar I had to modify the plans too. As I am also the only 5th gen with a Whitson Metalworks rack I had to be blessed and be crafty as no other companies make the wind deflector that would fit. Out with the old
Used zip ties... last minute type stuff
Replaced with everything new and stainless steel ohhhhhhhhhh yeaaaaa
Everything purchased from lowes
Sheet of lexan plexiglass
1/4 x 3/4" bolts
Washers
Lock washers
And nuts
(4) 3/4" conduit pipe hangers
Black spray paint and plasti dip for wind deflector
Marked the spot
Dremel the corners to round them off
Painted the hardware
Test fitted the metal
Boom
And a little of the Christmas spirit already!!! Wife makes me put the lights on the truck just saying
Whitson Metalworks showing off
I can answer questions if I need to. Hope this helps anyone
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