Roof Racks

[angelo_f]

Greetings

I have a short wheel base 88 GQ and am looking for roof racks for when I go away camping with my family. What should I be looking for and what should I be expecting to pay both new and second hand?

THanks

[threedogs]

another option is some sturdy roof racks and a basket, price wise could
be anything from $200 - $1200, IMO

[GQPorkroll]

If you're near Newcastle I have one you could take for $50 cost me $400 off eBay, missing some hardware but $20 should pull it up, it would be perfect for a SWB or dual cab ute, I bought it as a full sized rack for my LWB and it covers under half my roof, was only used for a few weeks til I bought a full length one.

[mudnut]

G'day Angelo-f, After I pay for a winch and cradle, I will be interested in prices for roof racks so I will be lazy and follow your thead. I remember that a forum member had some really bad trouble with a roof rack which damaged his vehicle. Try the search function for more info.

[lorrieandjas]

Hi mate - it's a bit of how long's a piece of string. I would stick with your reputable brands - ARB, TJM, Thule, Rhino, etc. The post mudnut mentioned was about a rooftop tent from Tigerz11 which damaged the roof and rails. Pretty sure the original post was by optic. In terms of new - you aren't going to get a lot of change from $1000 if you are after bars and tray/rack. Can't comment on second-hand but there is a bunch of threads on here about roof bars and racks.

Jas

[Mojo01]

I have a tigerz 11 rack and am happy with it, I have had 80kgs on it for some long tips now and have had no issues at all, I dont have a roof top tent hence its suits me to a tee, since it only cost me $450+$150 for my awning it does the job, BUT... if you want a roof top tent go with a more expensive option

[threedogs]

If you do decide on 2nd hand look for one with full length gutter support

[mudnut]

Hi mate - it's a bit of how long's a piece of string. I would stick with your reputable brands - ARB, TJM, Thule, Rhino, etc. The post mudnut mentioned was about a rooftop tent from Tigerz11 which damaged the roof and rails. Pretty sure the original post was by optic. In terms of new - you aren't going to get a lot of change from $1000 if you are after bars and tray/rack. Can't comment on second-hand but there is a bunch of threads on here about roof bars and racks.

Jas

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/archive/index.php/t-16124.html

[angelo_f]

Thanks everyone. The ones I have in mind are a custom built heavy duty full aluminum with basket. It has three attachments to rail on each side. It is 1800 long x 1460 wide. The price is $280

[rusty_nail]

i have one on my SWB, 8 post, ally full cage, check out some pics out here:

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?17905-Menai-4x4ing-this-arvo-30th-jan&p=326446

i you want dimensions if your making it yourself i can provide them

[Irvs]

I've got a 3/4 length tourer (the cage style with the windshield at the front) roof rack on my LWB that I want sell so I can put a full length tradesman rack on.

Based in southeast suburbs of melb if you or anyone else is interested

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[angelo_f]

i have one on my SWB, 8 post, ally full cage, check out some pics out here:

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?17905-Menai-4x4ing-this-arvo-30th-jan&p=326446

i you want dimensions if your making it yourself i can provide them

So what are the dimensions?

[rusty_nail]

So what are the dimensions?

ill measure it up at lunch today and get back to you.

are you making it yourself? if so ill take some photos of the mounting brackets and stands too and get dimensions

[rusty_nail]

over all length: 1970
over all width: 1320
distance between legs(measured from bolt to bolt): 475
height of legs: 135
distance from back to first leg: 185

[angelo_f]

over all length: 1970
over all width: 1320
distance between legs(measured from bolt to bolt): 475
height of legs: 135
distance from back to first leg: 185

Thanks for that

[rusty_nail]

Thanks for that

do you want pics of the mounting brackets? i had to make them up myself, but they are like the original design

[angelo_f]

do you want pics of the mounting brackets? i had to make them up myself, but they are like the original design
Yeh, sure. I am sure they would be useful on the forum

[rusty_nail]

will upload them this arvy!

[peric77]

try find a tradesman roof rack and mod it. cut it down and stuff. they are super strong and have a rail that travels along the weather strip so no damage. im currently modding mine to suit a roof top tent but i dont have to cut it down just have to cut some of the side rail on the back. but im being lazy with it :)

[Ben89]

how long's a piece of string. half x 2 ;)

[angelo_f]

I was thinking about using rubber between the roof rack and the weather sill on side to protect the paint and stop any damage. Do you think that would be necessary?

[BigRAWesty]

Thanks everyone. The ones I have in mind are a custom built heavy duty full aluminum with basket. It has three attachments to rail on each side. It is 1800 long x 1460 wide. The price is $280

Where did you find that price?

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[angelo_f]

Where did you find that price?

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

It is second hand from someone I know. The price sounds reasonable to me

[angelo_f]

If you're near Newcastle I have one you could take for $50 cost me $400 off eBay, missing some hardware but $20 should pull it up, it would be perfect for a SWB or dual cab ute, I bought it as a full sized rack for my LWB and it covers under half my roof, was only used for a few weeks til I bought a full length one.

I live in Newcastle so I would definitely be interested in having a look. Send me a text on 0412 447577