Homemade Roof Rack? - Page 5

korn9613 · 11-14-2009, 06:17 PM

T A C K Y

DJKnightmare · 11-15-2009, 08:05 AM

whatever works

warthog · 11-15-2009, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by korn9613

T A C K Y

What's tacky
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NewXJaddict · 11-15-2009, 05:07 PM

I decided to skip trying to build something for a roof rack in the end. I did a search on how to tie a kayak down. I was thinking about the tie down procedure in a completely different way and couldnt wrap my head around how to safely tie it to rails that go across the roof instead of down the sides.

I know silly right? I am not very imaginative when it comes to how to do things other than how I originally learned them lol.

taythegibs · 11-15-2009, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by NewXJaddict

I decided to skip trying to build something for a roof rack in the end. I did a search on how to tie a kayak down. I was thinking about the tie down procedure in a completely different way and couldnt wrap my head around how to safely tie it to rails that go across the roof instead of down the sides.

I know silly right? I am not very imaginative when it comes to how to do things other than how I originally learned them lol.

for side to side support you could find some way to put vertical rods on the cross bars for the kayak to rest in between and then rope it down. :shrug:

richiereed · 11-17-2009, 07:30 PM

i was thinkin about making a roof rack too. my dad has some skills with metal (welding,bending) we got a break and a bender in our garage. i have a carr light bar and i was wondering what the dimensions for my custom roof rack should be.

WAD357 · 11-18-2009, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by richiereed

i was thinkin about making a roof rack too. my dad has some skills with metal (welding,bending) we got a break and a bender in our garage. i have a carr light bar and i was wondering what the dimensions for my custom roof rack should be.

Its all personal preference Get on the roof and take some measurements!!

DJKnightmare · 11-18-2009, 09:01 AM

X2 - it really depends on what you plan to do with your racks. If you are going to carry a lot of stuff, then make it bigger. If not, make it smaller. Your XJ is different from everyone elses, because its yours. Have fun, experiment.

warthog · 11-18-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by richiereed

i was thinkin about making a roof rack too. my dad has some skills with metal (welding,bending) we got a break and a bender in our garage. i have a carr light bar and i was wondering what the dimensions for my custom roof rack should be.

The best thing about a custom rack is that you can build it however big you want it. But i mounted mine to my stock rack so i couldn't go any wider that 42", i made my length 58"

bigdumbfun · 12-30-2009, 04:54 PM

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I made one from conduit 3/4" from lowes very cheap i think $4 for 10ft Used around 50 ft. I didnt have a bender so I just bought 8 90* bend pieces which brought my total to around $40

WAD357, Your rack looks great. You know, the conduit bender is only about $20-25 at the same hardware store. This greatly reduces the amount of weld joints you have. And it is only a couple of $ more than (8) corners. Less time, less welding/grinding involved. I made one too (and I thought that I was the first). I like the sloped front on yours.

bigdumbfun · 12-30-2009, 04:59 PM

Another tip for fabricating the racks.... When you come to a "T" joint use a hole saw (same dia. as the tubing) in a drill press to perfectly contour the vert. end to match up with the horiz. "T"

ufvj217 · 12-31-2009, 05:24 AM

i may do this, if i do ill post pics. also, if i do build one out of wood, itll be painted black. not sure yet though.

danimal · 01-01-2010, 11:05 AM

Here's another conduit rack. Followed Gonikebounder and Warthog's designs. Added a spare tire, shovel and Hi-lift mount.

http://www.cherokeeforum.com/members...ft-jack-mount/

11-15-2009, 05:07 PM	#64
NewXJaddict The Working Hermit Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NC Posts: 4,152 My Photos 1987 Cherokee Year: 1987 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: The crappy one 10/5 Front Axle: D30 Rear Axle: D35 Lift Specifications: stock	I decided to skip trying to build something for a roof rack in the end. I did a search on how to tie a kayak down. I was thinking about the tie down procedure in a completely different way and couldnt wrap my head around how to safely tie it to rails that go across the roof instead of down the sides. I know silly right? I am not very imaginative when it comes to how to do things other than how I originally learned them lol. __________________ He who laughs last doesn't get joke. May the Schwartz be with you Foamy Cinemassacre (AVGN) mc chris

11-17-2009, 07:30 PM	#66
richiereed Newbie Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 2 My Photos 1999 Cherokee Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 inline 6 Transmission: ??? Front Axle: Dana 35 i think Rear Axle: Dana 35 i believe Tires: 31X10.50X R15 Lift Specifications: 3" Rough Country Misc Accessories: Carr light bar (2 off roading lights) Custom front bumper (1/4" steel) 10000lb winch	Roof Rack. i was thinkin about making a roof rack too. my dad has some skills with metal (welding,bending) we got a break and a bender in our garage. i have a carr light bar and i was wondering what the dimensions for my custom roof rack should be.

01-01-2010, 11:05 AM	#73
danimal Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Glendale AZ Posts: 148 My Photos 1992 Cherokee Year: 1992 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: auto Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: D30 Rear Axle: D35 Tires: Toyo open country 31X10.5 Lift Specifications: RC 3" AAL Misc Accessories: Quick disconnects front sway	Here's another conduit rack. Followed Gonikebounder and Warthog's designs. Added a spare tire, shovel and Hi-lift mount. http://www.cherokeeforum.com/members...ft-jack-mount/ __________________ Other vehicles: 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad cab 4X4 3" lift on on 32's, 2008 Jeep Unlimited Rubicon 3" lift on 35's, 52 I may get older, but I refuse to grow up. IMO = In my opinion. That's what it is......just an opinion. Last edited by danimal; 01-01-2010 at 11:44 AM..

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11-14-2009, 06:17 PM	#61
korn9613 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 22 My Photos 1989 Cherokee Year: 1989 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: ? Transfer Case: 242 Front Axle: dana 44 Rear Axle: toyota Tires: 33" adventuro Lift Specifications: 6" kit, another 2" home made Misc Accessories: rear locker, warn winch, custom bumpers, rock sliders	T A C K Y

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DJKnightmare Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 542 My Photos 1990 Cherokee Year: 1990 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 6cyl Transmission: Auto Transfer Case: stock Front Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Tires: 30 x 9.5 x 15 Lift Specifications: none (yet) Misc Accessories: Primer	whatever works

11-18-2009, 09:01 AM	#68
DJKnightmare Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 542 My Photos 1990 Cherokee Year: 1990 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 6cyl Transmission: Auto Transfer Case: stock Front Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Tires: 30 x 9.5 x 15 Lift Specifications: none (yet) Misc Accessories: Primer	X2 - it really depends on what you plan to do with your racks. If you are going to carry a lot of stuff, then make it bigger. If not, make it smaller. Your XJ is different from everyone elses, because its yours. Have fun, experiment.

12-30-2009, 04:59 PM	#71
bigdumbfun Newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 6 My Photos 1993 Cherokee Year: 1993 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L Transmission: automatic Tires: 30x9.5 on canyon wheels Lift Specifications: 2" shackles/spacers Misc Accessories: homemade roof rack	Another tip for fabricating the racks.... When you come to a "T" joint use a hole saw (same dia. as the tubing) in a drill press to perfectly contour the vert. end to match up with the horiz. "T"

12-31-2009, 05:24 AM	#72
ufvj217 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 106 My Photos	i may do this, if i do ill post pics. also, if i do build one out of wood, itll be painted black. not sure yet though.

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