Cheap alloy roof racks experience?

[HeavyPizzaz]

Anyone bought these or identical?

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com.au%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F223104940155

The seller has 100% positive reviews and he only sells these racks.

Don’t look quite as aerodynamic as more well known brands but maybe that’s academic.


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[dreamerman]

Been thinking about roof rails as well. This one listed is really cheap but have seen cheaper ($69.90 https://www.amazon.com.au/Giantz-Gra...ve&sr=1-12like). I guess it boils down to how heavy your load is and how it is distributed across the rails.

[HeavyPizzaz]

Thanks for the link mate. To be honest all I want them for at this stage is to mount an awning for a road trip this Sep/Oct.


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[HeavyPizzaz]

Oops did u delete your post.


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[dreamerman]

Oops did u delete your post

Hi yes I deleted my post before I saw your reply. Thought I wasn't adding any value

[Dicko1]

I,ve had them for nearly 4 years. Have an el cheapo rack as well. Have a 160watt solar panel in the rack and a 3 x 2.5 mt awning. No cracks, vibrations or breakages. I used 4 of the racks on my vehicle ....just for peace of mind.. I also sprayed lanolin on internal bits to stop rust.

[HeavyPizzaz]

Hi yes I deleted my post before I saw your reply. Thought I wasn't adding any value

Nah mate all good, do u mind posting that link again. Cheers.


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[HeavyPizzaz]

I,ve had them for nearly 4 years. Have an el cheapo rack as well. Have a 160watt solar panel in the rack and a 3 x 2.5 mt awning. No cracks, vibrations or breakages. I used 4 of the racks on my vehicle ....just for peace of mind.. I also sprayed lanolin on internal bits to stop rust.

This is great first hand experience to know. Cheers. I’d prob get away with just 2 for an awning do you reckon.


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[nj swb]

Nah mate all good, do u mind posting that link again. Cheers.


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You've gotta work harder than that to remove something from the internet.

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[HeavyPizzaz]

You've gotta work harder than that to remove something from the internet.



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thanks


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[dreamerman]

Just thinking....without stock rails my Pajero is already 1.9m in height. Having racks on top of rails will add another say 8cm. Just concerned about parking at places with height limitations.

[Bracka]

Can get same roof bars from Twin City Truck Centre in Wodonga off ebay for $49.95 plus $20 p+p

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[HeavyPizzaz]

Cheap alloy roof racks experience?

Can get same roof bars from Twin City Truck Centre in Wodonga off ebay for $49.95 plus $20 p+p



twincitytruckcentre (11599)

Thanks mate have you used them? The bars I mean.


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[Bracka]

No I have just ordered them but I know of people that have without any dramas so will be fine for me. Only probably for stepladders or the occasional bit of timber from Bunnings etc.

[Dicko1]

If using an awning I,d go for three.I used 3 for mine and its quite solid. I tried 2 but there was a bit too much movement for my liking. Mines a 2.5 meter awning.