Roof Bar Strength?
03-16-2011, 01:19 AM
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Roof Bar Strength?
Im seriously considering mounting my tyre on my roof... but I dont want to start drilling up there to fit a mount (my jeep leaks enough as it is!). So I was thinking of just mounting straight onto the factory roof bars, but they seem kinda flimsy. Do you think a couple of ratchet straps is safe?... I know its been done, and ive seen a couple of pics.. just thought Id ask for the experiences of those who have done it. I will get a basket up there asap, but cash flow is slow right now. Thanks guys.
03-16-2011, 01:27 AM
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add a 3rd bar and you will be fine... they are strong but you need center support...
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Originally Posted by jeep93
Im seriously considering mounting my tyre on my roof... but I dont want to start drilling up there to fit a mount (my jeep leaks enough as it is!). So I was thinking of just mounting straight onto the factory roof bars, but they seem kinda flimsy. Do you think a couple of ratchet straps is safe?... I know its been done, and ive seen a couple of pics.. just thought Id ask for the experiences of those who have done it. I will get a basket up there asap, but cash flow is slow right now. Thanks guys.
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