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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 05:41 PM
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I am sure there is another thread like this, and in my efforts of searching however I was unable to find it... however, I am looking for ideas on a roof rack. I have done a lot of shopping, and am not afraid of spending money... but I haven't found... "the one" yet....

I sorta like the GOBI Tire rack.... but its not 100% perfect. I am looking for something I can purchase, not fab.... and that has a unique look, yet is finctional....

If you have a production roof-rack, please post a picture.... and where you got it.... I am hoping it will help find whatever it is I am looking for.....

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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 05:46 PM
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Oh my god! Did you even use the search button! So annoying...

Just kidding! umm I have a surco safari roof rack, it's not like you usually see going all the way down the jeep. Here's a pic (sorry best one I have as of now)
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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 05:48 PM
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Oh my god! Did you even use the search button! So annoying...

Just kidding! umm I have a surco safari roof rack, it's not like you usually see going all the way down the jeep. Here's a pic (sorry best one I have as of now)

All I kept finding was threads on people fabricating their own.... everywhere.... which is great, don't get me wrong, but not something I can do. So hence why I buy of the rack.... no punn intended... LMAO
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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 05:51 PM
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Ha yeah I'm the same way. I was just kidding btw. I'm not a search police lol
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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 05:56 PM
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No worries bud.... its just frustrating sometimes... LOL... I do like that rack.... would almost prefer one that mounts to the gutter opposed to the roof rails though.... seems like it would be stronger? not sure...
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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by junior3382
No worries bud.... its just frustrating sometimes... LOL... I do like that rack.... would almost prefer one that mounts to the gutter opposed to the roof rails though.... seems like it would be stronger? not sure...
if you get your hands dirty it will be cheaper.. ive been eyeballing the "4x4Dalton no-weld diy roof rack" for a while and i'm pretty sure that the route i'm gonna go. light weight, cheaper and can be done in a few hours with the right stuff. and 100% customizable to however you see fit and what your mind can come up with.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f58/ho...welding-91566/

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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 10:22 AM
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I did see that before, and the thought has been considered.... still on the fence though.... looking for every option...

Anyone one else have pics or ideas for a NON-fabbed roof rack? Perhaps one that mounts via the gutters instead of the cross rails?
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 12:08 PM
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Without all my **** on it lol


Find it here; http://www.discountramps.com/roof-rack-basket.htm
About $150 shipped i think, i ship them through my work all the time i like them.
I can do better close up pics if you want too
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 12:47 PM
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Thats really cool, and the price is awesome... did you get the "back window roof top 24" extension"? I assume that makes it full length? Does the quality seem durable to you, or like I wouldn't put a whole lot of weight in it?
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 12:52 PM
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I guess what I was getting at, is can it hold the weight of a 35" tire along with some camping gear and supplies safely?
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 03:09 PM
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I like my WP roof rack-
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 03:18 PM
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i have a custom one that im thinking about selling its a full size rack. it has a tire mount that will hold as big of a tire that you can get up there. also has 6 lights 4 in front and 2 in back. i have a hi lift mounted up on hte rack and it also has an external power source that i havent hooked up yet.
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by XJ-92
i have a custom one that im thinking about selling its a full size rack. it has a tire mount that will hold as big of a tire that you can get up there. also has 6 lights 4 in front and 2 in back. i have a hi lift mounted up on hte rack and it also has an external power source that i havent hooked up yet.
Dude- that's awesome! Easily the best rack I've seen.
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Evilpopcorn
Dude- that's awesome! Easily the best rack I've seen.
Thanks. the black plastic on the front is also removable. currently its off and needs some KC daylighters to match the ones on my cowl
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Old Jan 27, 2012 | 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by XJ-92
i have a custom one that im thinking about selling its a full size rack. it has a tire mount that will hold as big of a tire that you can get up there. also has 6 lights 4 in front and 2 in back. i have a hi lift mounted up on hte rack and it also has an external power source that i havent hooked up yet.
If u sold it... what would u want for it? That is really cool.
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