Thread: Rhino Backbone

The rack that I had on my old 80 series landcruiser was significantly noiser - but that also had significantly worse sound deadening. I don't really have that much of an issue with wind noise from the rack as a whole

Originally Posted by shanegtr

Lowest part of the platform to the roof is 50mm

Excellent - I've been curious about this too. I'd originally assumed the DAB antenna wouldn't be an issue as it only needs approx 40mm to clear it. My concern arose due to this statement in the online Rhino specs:

"Vehicles with options satellite aerial will require extra components (sold separately). See fitting chart for details."

So I checked their fitting chart, and it lists in addition to the standard fit kit (1x RD4B1) for satellite aerial you also require: 3x LHS2PAIR and 3x B103-BP

Is the "Satellite aerial" is something different to DAB antenna...?

Sorry for the bit of a grave dig, but I am considering manufacturing a "Backbone" style rail for my D2.
Could somebody tell me what thickness material the backbone is manufactured from, the rhino site only states "steel".
From the previous pics it looks to be between 4 and 6mm.

Thanks.

There is one on ebay ATM with a rhino platform for $650 ONO for those interested. I would love to buy it, but after just buying a kayak my chances of getting it past the financial officer are zero

Originally Posted by CU55TM Disco

Could somebody tell me what thickness material the backbone is manufactured from, the rhino site only states "steel".

A rough check with a steel ruler in the dark looks like it's 3mm. I can check it properly tomorrow with a vernier (and my reading glasses...)

Checked again today in the light (and drizzle...), Rhino Backbone is 3mm steel. A couple of pics attempting to show Backbone mounting detail:

Rhino 2.jpgRhino 1.jpg

That's awesome, thanks for that. I wonder why mild steel, and not aluminium???