Height Restrictions??

[yeah_m8]

Hi everyone,

Got a question here that I'm hoping someone can answer, I want to mount a tool box onto of my roof rack, just keep things tidy for when I head out an do a lap of Oz.
At the moment my rig, with rooftop tent stand at a height from ground to top is 2.3mtrs, once I add the toolbox, this will bring total height to 2.5mtrs....is this an ok height for highest point of a fixed object or is there restrictions on height and I get pinged for it??
This is a pic of my rig and the toolbox I want to mount.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/album.php?albumid=680&attachmentid=35237

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/album.php?albumid=680

[yeah_m8]

Sorry about the pics, I don't know how to get them to show on here or reduce the size.....still learning:)

[First Patrol]

Limit for any truck in Aussie is 4.2m before they need a permit but a 4x4 I don't know!? I reckon you are fine mate

[First Patrol]

Most caravans will exceed 2.5m

[First Patrol]

Just watch the macas drive through which I think is 2.3m here lol

[NP99]

.....and going around corners too fast :)

[yeah_m8]

Yes, I just wasn't sure on a 4x4 though, although I seen many rigs packed high as hell with jerry cans and surfboards heading out for some RnR...lol, thought I'ld ask though:).

[yeah_m8]

I just manage to squeeze through with the tent onboard, guess I'll have to leg it in once the toolbox is mounted.

[happygu]

Height should be fine for the blacktop, although you are better off keeping weight as low as possible.

Toolbox will also dent performance and fuel economy as it will be a real windbreak .....

It will also prove a hassle for low overhanging branches .......

Mic

[yeah_m8]

Thanks, I'm always aware of whats up top due to the roof top tent, in a way if I were to encounter a low branch, I'ld rather the toolbox cope the flack first than the tent.

[Mickus]

I travelled around oz in my GQ shorty with a roof rack and toolbox up top, was fine on the black top as when you are travelling you are never in a real hurry. just left it at camp when exploring.