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Jerry Member Since: 13 Nov 2015 Location: Cardiff Posts: 193 |
Just wondered whether anyone has used webbing (as a base) on their roof racks to help with loading on lots of stuff - a bit like this
http://www.raingler.com/#!product/prd1/445...-style-net (although I would prefer smaller holes to help load on bikes etc). Any recommendations or advice. I have seen the thread on the poultry racks, but I really wanted something that I quickly put on when needed very occasionally each year, rather than something up there permanently. Also, getting very paranoid over security after reading advice on this forum.... so can I ask, should I be concerned about anyone taking my roof rack (or is that logistically unlikely since it would need so many people) and if so, what security measures can I use to prevent this (I have seen security bolts for other makes, but not for the standard LR rack). Advice please. thanks. |
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3rd Feb 2016 1:20pm |
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MagnersMick Member Since: 16 Feb 2015 Location: Overlanding America's Posts: 93 |
You could try Brad (I think) at http://rocknroad4x4.com
I got a bonnet net from him and he made a bespoke bag for me which fits perfectly to the net. Ring him and tell him what you want and he'll make for you. The prices were very reasonable for my net and bespoke bag. Cheers Mick |
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3rd Feb 2016 1:28pm |
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miker Member Since: 13 Sep 2015 Location: Surrey Posts: 1762 |
Can probably still find security fixings, got a photo of the attachments?
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3rd Feb 2016 1:39pm |
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steve E Member Since: 06 Mar 2011 Location: Tenby Posts: 2073 |
Had the rack on mine around Cardiff for nearly 3 years with no bother at all.
It's just too big and heavy |
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3rd Feb 2016 2:42pm |
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Supacat Member Since: 16 Oct 2012 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 11018 |
I think they are just socket button headed set screws - take one one and measure it - you'll then be able to replace with whatever type of security head you like:
Click image to enlarge Last edited by Supacat on 3rd Feb 2016 4:21pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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3rd Feb 2016 4:20pm |
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Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5804 |
Quite like the look of these cargo nets, whether bonnet, roof, or slung from the roof inside. It does make me smile when companies talk of kit being 'Mil Spec'. If people knew how s**t some 'military' spec items were (are?) and that many squaddies prefer 'civvie' spec, comapnies might not so readily tag their kit as such. Sounds cool I s'pose.... Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
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3rd Feb 2016 4:21pm |
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Cupboard Member Since: 21 Mar 2014 Location: Suffolk Posts: 2971 |
They are just standard Torx headed fasteners. A bit of a faff but that's it. Electric impact gun soon has them off. It's possible to get the rack off by yourself, I have done, but it's much easier with two!
I wouldn't worry about it though, it's probably easier to steal the whole Defender than the roof rack. |
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3rd Feb 2016 5:04pm |
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