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SS90



Member Since: 16 Nov 2013
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Roof Rack Protection?
I've got a genuine Defender Roof Rack on my old Land Rover, which I use to transport ladders, roof rack is great other than the fact where the ladders sit the powder coating doesn't last and comes off. I used pipe lagging to start with for protection but it doesn't last long. On my new one was thinking of getting a new rack but wonder if there's anything I can do to protect it, ideally I need some rollers or something for the ladders to sit on?
Post #389594 17th Jan 2015 10:43pm
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Cgibson



Member Since: 04 Jan 2013
Location: Middlesex
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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Stornoway Grey
I use roof rack pads. Two pads across the front and three across the rear. They are basically pipe insulation with a nylon cover that both secures them (velcro) and stops the foam disintegrating. I use nylon cable ties to keep them in place as I leave them on year round.

Try googling "roof rack pads" they are £10 - 15 a pair.
Post #396080 5th Feb 2015 1:30pm
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Enid_Puceflange



Member Since: 25 Oct 2014
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Scotland 2002 Defender 110 Td5 DCPU Baltic Blue
Could you not cover with pieces of garden hose?
If the rack can dismantle to slip pieces over the frame?

G My confidence has been writing cheques that my abilities can't cash for years.
Post #396197 5th Feb 2015 8:13pm
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JWL



Member Since: 26 Oct 2011
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Zip tie a couple of strips of plywood across the bars where you lay the ladders.
Post #396294 5th Feb 2015 10:54pm
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SS90



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Thanks guys, some great ideas there, never heard of roof rack pads before! Very Happy
Post #396310 6th Feb 2015 12:01am
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