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  1. 2nd January 2017, 11:05 AM #1
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    Roofrack

    Looking at roof racks for camping / touring use.

    The ones that have caught my eye are Rhino Rack and Front Runner. Does anyone have experience of these, or are there other brands that are recommended?

    I want to be able to attach an awning, other options nice to have.
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  2. 2nd January 2017, 01:31 PM #2
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    I am about to fit a Frontrunner with the optional table fitted underneath it. Do not get carried away with specialised brackets for awnings etc, as you will find they can simply be bolted directly to the sides (have to drill a couple of holes). Spare wheel bracket is available, but I have used the Just Straps spare tyre strap (3 legged), it works a treat.
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  3. 3rd January 2017, 05:59 PM #3
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    How does the front runner connect to the roof?
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  4. 16th March 2017, 09:26 AM #4
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    Hi guys, I actually just purchased a Front Runner rack for my L322 but i'm sending it back. I really didn't like the fit or the dimensions they used. Also the front air dam is horrible, it's directly over the sunroof making it way to gusty when opening the roof.
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  5. 16th March 2017, 09:10 PM #5
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    I did not go with the frontrunner rack as my old Hannibal rack (post roll) was still flat. It was too wide so have narrowed it by cutting 155mm out of it (one of the slats) and rewelding. I have attached to the roof via Frontrunner rails (Universal Track / 1800mm(L) - by Front Runner)attached at the three bolt spots on each side, and using pairs of frontrunner legs (each of the 3 are of different lengths eg: Foot Set / 50mm - by Front Runner | RACK COMPONENTS | RACKS)
    Still planning to fit the table underneath, but using our own rails I am getting folded by local workshop. Photos soon, when it is fitted.
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    RR fitted ... now to sort out the awning
    If you enlarge the pics you can see the weld lines, and the road rash ... something to paint one day.

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  7. 26th March 2017, 09:14 AM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gplatt View Post
    Hi guys, I actually just purchased a Front Runner rack for my L322 but i'm sending it back. I really didn't like the fit or the dimensions they used. Also the front air dam is horrible, it's directly over the sunroof making it way to gusty when opening the roof.
    Don't suppose you have any pics of it fitted? I was about to buy, but if that bad may look at the rhino rack.
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  8. 26th March 2017, 08:49 PM #8
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    Nice work. Roofrack
    L322 tdv8 poverty pack - wow
    Perentie 110 wagon ARN 49-107 (probably selling) turbo, p/steer, RFSV front axle/trutrack, HF, gullwing windows, double jerrys etc.
    Perentie 110 wagon ARN 48-699 another project
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  9. 10th April 2017, 07:47 PM #9
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    I had the Rhino Rack platform roof rack installed today, doesn't look too bad to be honest. I will try and do photos if I can work out how!
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