D2 Roof Rack what options?

[Steve223]

hello Together,

Do you have any suggestions in regards to a Roof rack for my D2?

I came across this one (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2-2M-Steel-Roof-Rack-Cage-4-Land-Rover-Discovery-2-w-Spare-Tyre-Holder-No-Mesh-/290823138738?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item43b668edb2) on ebay not sure about it's quality.

Does someon on here have a rack for sale?

Thanks

Steve

[AlvinD2a]

I come across one supplier in Victoria selling some quality roof rack, I personally think is the best price for what they selling. Unfortunately I didn't get it due to the freight is more expensive than the rack. I'm pretty sure they sell it via eBay too... Try type Aussie part...

[twr7cx]

These threads should get you started:

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/search.php'searchid=4046476

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/search.php'searchid=4046478

[Yorkie]

For practicality and quality I would go rhino bars, accessory bits and maybe a platform. :)
Unless you get a voyager rack. :D

[Steve223]

I come across one supplier in Victoria selling some quality roof rack, I personally think is the best price for what they selling. Unfortunately I didn't get it due to the freight is more expensive than the rack. I'm pretty sure they sell it via eBay too... Try type Aussie part...

Thanks a lot just purchased

Black Powder Coated Alloy Roof Rack Cage FOR Land Rover Discovery 1 2 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/300719647011'ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649)


$650 seems very reasonable and they have 100% positive feedback

[Steve223]

For practicality and quality I would go rhino bars, accessory bits and maybe a platform. :)
Unless you get a voyager rack. :D

yes have pioneer platform for D3 just a bit to expensive for play car

[Fat Smurf]

When we went to the 4WD show on the weekend, we ran into a bloke who had a D2 as his display vehicle (hence why we began talking to him) and he comes to you and installs roof racks / internal shelving units etc.

In terms of roof racks (open or closed ended) for a D2 full length, supplied and fitted (onsite) was $690...the sample seemed quite secure and he's a disco person, so that's where we we're going to be looking.

The website is: OffRoad Systems 4WD Storage Solutions - Roller drawers, Fridge Slides, Cargo Barriers (http://www.offroadsystems.com.au/) and the contact details are Mark Jimmink 0438 112 312 (well that's who we spoke to at the 4WD Show).

Don't know if that helps...

[Steve223]

When we went to the 4WD show on the weekend, we ran into a bloke who had a D2 as his display vehicle (hence why we began talking to him) and he comes to you and installs roof racks / internal shelving units etc.

In terms of roof racks (open or closed ended) for a D2 full length, supplied and fitted (onsite) was $690...the sample seemed quite secure and he's a disco person, so that's where we we're going to be looking.

The website is: OffRoad Systems 4WD Storage Solutions - Roller drawers, Fridge Slides, Cargo Barriers (http://www.offroadsystems.com.au/) and the contact details are Mark Jimmink 0438 112 312 (well that's who we spoke to at the 4WD Show).

Don't know if that helps...

Thanks for that, I came across them a couple of times on the various shows never saw a D2 though.

Sounds like a reasonable price wondering whether that maybe is rack I purchased via eBay? I think $650 for a aluminium rack is a pretty good price (if the quality is okay) I will keep you posted.

[AlvinD2a]

Thanks for that, I came across them a couple of times on the various shows never saw a D2 though.

Sounds like a reasonable price wondering whether that maybe rack I purchased via eBay? I think $650 for a aluminium wreck is a pretty good price (if the quality is okay) I will keep you posted.

For $650 I would definitely save the hassle trying to weld one up myself... Reason for not getting one is due to the bloody freight from Vic to Mount Isa. Anyway I have ordered some alu tube to weld one myself... So far material cost around $220, $150 for 8 x 11" bracket... So I would estimate end up around $450-$500 for a full length 2.2mx1.5m. Aluminium rack is definitely the go as the weight is only 1/3 of steel but welding aluminium required skill or plenty of practise.

Anyone interested in welding their own rack I can supply them a complete drawing with cultist.

[Nova]

I got a Hannibal rack for mine. Just finished a big trip around the center of Oz, rack held up really well. Had roof bag, maxtrax and extra spare wheel up on the roof. All alloy, light enough to lift by myself, clamps nicely into the gutters.

I was tossing up between the Hannibal and a Pioneer platform from rhino. Ended up deciding on the Hannibal mainly due to it being welded together.

Cheers,
Nova

[Stevie]

Thanks a lot just purchased

Black Powder Coated Alloy Roof Rack Cage FOR Land Rover Discovery 1 2 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/300719647011'ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649)


$650 seems very reasonable and they have 100% positive feedback

Hey Steve, how'd you go with the rack, I'm looking at purchasing a rack and came a cross the same one. I'd be interested in what you thought?

[Steve223]

To be honest it still in the package in my garage I didn't have a chance to install it yet

[andyhp]

A friend of mine bought one of these for a series 1 and it is a pretty good buy. He even got himself a ladder for the back. We went away and he spent much time walking around on the rack like some lion hunter looking for his prey! Good value I think. : )

[Stevie]

A friend of mine bought one of these for a series 1 and it is a pretty good buy. He even got himself a ladder for the back. We went away and he spent much time walking around on the rack like some lion hunter looking for his prey! Good value I think. : )

Thanks Andy that sounds promising

[Steve223]

hello together,

finally managed to install my roof rack, I had a go at it last week but realised the screws they included which attached the roof rack to the bars were only 15 mm and would have only used one or two of the threads and that did not appear to be very safe. I phoned them and within two days they sent me 32 x25mm bolts which do a much better job.

It seems to be reasonably good quality but haven't really used it yet with any load on. I noticed that I had to leave some of the rubber protections for the clamps which attach to the roof rail of as otherwise the doors would not close.

here are some pictures

http://www.4sdata.net/skitch//IMG_52032-20131014-090943.png

http://www.4sdata.net/skitch//IMG_5202-20131014-090754.png

http://www.4sdata.net/skitch//IMG_5201-20131014-090728.png

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/