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tt3



Member Since: 01 Feb 2011
Location: Auckland
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New Zealand 
Roof rack flooring?
Hi all, I have the standard 110 roof rack (LR004100) and wanted to know what options people have used for flooring? There doesn't seem to be a stock option and aftermarket choices appear to be thin on the ground also? Thoughts opinions and advice much appreciated. I'm based in Auckland New Zealand by the way. Defender 110 2011
Post #57301 7th Feb 2011 12:48am
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JimmyLR



Member Since: 03 Nov 2010
Location: Cornubia
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Australia 
G'day,

i was thinking about the same thing should I require a solid floor to sit in the rack. I've seen a piece of ply used quite effectively as its light and strong and readily available. I have some marine ply out of an old rubber ducky boat that fits together in sections that I will use when I need it for trips.

Cheers
Post #58969 14th Feb 2011 10:07am
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tt3



Member Since: 01 Feb 2011
Location: Auckland
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New Zealand 
Thanks for the reply JimmyLR! Defender 110 2011
Post #59157 14th Feb 2011 10:49pm
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discocuzzy



Member Since: 16 Jul 2008
Location: surrey
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England 
Hi guys, these racks are made by safety devices and on their website in the uk they mention they do a flooring kit.
Might be worth seeing if they have a distributor in your neck of the world. You cannot teach stupid people to do clever things
Post #59165 15th Feb 2011 6:42am
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Josh_WA



Member Since: 24 Aug 2010
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Australia 2006 Defender 110 Td5 XS DCPU Java Black
i have seen guys use form ply ( the black stuff) to good effect. its a bit stronger for standing on or heavier loads but is an abosolute Censored to get on and off so its kinda permenant.

there have also been reports that this mod can reduce the heat build up in the cabin by partly shading the roof.

Cheers ________________________

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Post #60577 22nd Feb 2011 1:53pm
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tt3



Member Since: 01 Feb 2011
Location: Auckland
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Thanks Josh_WA, i've been doing some research my self and have identified another couple of options that may be suitable. I received this from a sign company; "Yes, the ACM (aluminium/pvc composite) we use would be excellent for your roof rack.
The standard sheet size is 1220mm x 2440mm and is 4mm thick, available in blk,silver, white for NZ$140+gst
There are other colours available, blue, red, yellow and orange but these are only available in 3mm thickness and are the same price". Apparently its quite strong. Also a product called HDPE (similar to chopping board plastic has been recommended to me and comes in larger sheets, http://www.dotmar.co.nz/polystone-300/poly...eets.html. This is available in 3mm and 5mm+ options. I will inspect both options and measure them up. Cheers Defender 110 2011
Post #60630 22nd Feb 2011 7:58pm
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Red Desert



Member Since: 23 Aug 2010
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Germany 
separate fields made of 2.5mm AL would be a nice and strong solution :


Post #62408 5th Mar 2011 7:03pm
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AndrewS



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The standard fitment to the Land Rover racks was a ply material called Buffalo Board. A Google search will give you more info. 130's have feeling's as well you know Smile
Post #62468 6th Mar 2011 11:16am
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tt3



Member Since: 01 Feb 2011
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New Zealand 
Thanks for all your suggestions. I get the roof rack and defender to attach it to in 4 weeks so will report back after that. Defender 110 2011
Post #62542 6th Mar 2011 7:55pm
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v40mav



Member Since: 25 Aug 2008
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Scotland 
Guys - I've just bought and fitted the LR expedition rack to the 110 - What flooring is recommended for this and how best to fit the floor to the tubular rack -

I recall seeing some pics in a post but cannot find link anymore - any pics welcome

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Post #62564 6th Mar 2011 11:14pm
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110SEB



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United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black
I'm thinking of getting some Buffalo board for sections of the Brownchurch (but not all of it). Pics of LR set ups:


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Post #62703 7th Mar 2011 10:30pm
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