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Old May 24, 2012 | 04:06 PM
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Default DIY Roof Rack

I used ideas from here to start my own roof rack using EMT Conduit. I did use a different style connection at the corners than I have seen others use. Still needs more drilling and screws, plus paint but not bad so far.
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Old May 24, 2012 | 04:18 PM
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I am thinking of Starting a project like this myself. I do a lot of handyman work and already own the tools, and know the materials. Please post more pics as you go along
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Old May 26, 2012 | 05:12 PM
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Mounted to the top with U bolts after painting. Still want to put 4 eye bolts in it to clamp/tie into. About 80 bucks total into it and it moves the jeep when you pull on it.
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 05:49 PM
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Default Pictures of Corner Connectors

Instead of buying the 90' angles and connectors, I chose to buy a 90' connector. That cut down on the places where things could come loose. I wanted it to be a total non welding project.
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 02:18 AM
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Please show pics and details of how you mounted it
thanks
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 08:40 PM
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Were did you get the plates that hold the top and bottom together?
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Old Jun 5, 2012 | 08:25 AM
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I used u bolts to mount it for now. It seems to hold well.
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Old Jun 5, 2012 | 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted by lowetom65
I used u bolts to mount it for now. It seems to hold well.
Is that the little donut spare up there?
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Old Jun 5, 2012 | 09:38 AM
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Here are the side brackets. I used scrap sheet metal laying around the shop.
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 05:25 PM
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Default Still looking for tires

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Is that the little donut spare up there?
Yes it is. With my spare for a trailer. I have since collected a set of 15" rims and put a 235 75 15 snow tire on it. I am planning to purchase tires for the 15" rims I have.
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