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ogilviexj

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Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« on: September 05, 2008, 11:52:18 AM »
Hey guys, was looking online and saw some people putting atv ramps on top as roof racks. any thoughts?

This one is at PA for $148.00

ALUMINUM TRI FOLD RAMP
$ 148.88


• Capacity: 1,500 lbs.
• 50" W x 77" L
• Ideal for loading ATVs, motorcycles, lawn/garden tractors,
• Heavy duty riveted rung construction
• Folds to store between ATV wheels in truck
• Raised edges work as a guide for wheels


Regular Price: $199.99
Weight: 44.16 lbs


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Re: Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« Reply #1 on: September 05, 2008, 02:11:12 PM »
Your xj might look funny with a quad on it, a bit top heavy for trail ridding too ;D ;D
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ogilviexj

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Re: Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« Reply #2 on: September 05, 2008, 03:33:34 PM »

Offline sylvrinvader

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Re: Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« Reply #3 on: September 05, 2008, 04:18:28 PM »
thats a neat idea but i paid less for a roof rack and basket with an extension piece
03 TJ, 33" BFG's,4:88 gears  BBoost, CB, custom front bumper,  insta/extenda trunks, rugged ridge roof rack w/basket

ogilviexj

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Re: Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« Reply #4 on: September 05, 2008, 06:34:22 PM »
Good to know... where?

Offline sylvrinvader

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Re: Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« Reply #5 on: September 05, 2008, 08:42:32 PM »
i got a factory roof rack from a 96 mazda MPV for $10 @ pnp and a brand new sport rack basket with an extension for just under $300 and it works great i use it everyday to carry my workbench & ladder
03 TJ, 33" BFG's,4:88 gears  BBoost, CB, custom front bumper,  insta/extenda trunks, rugged ridge roof rack w/basket

Offline familyofjeeps

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Re: Anyone done this for a roofbasket/rack?
« Reply #6 on: September 11, 2008, 10:24:56 AM »
my dad and I have been looking at that samething it sounds pretty good, the only thing I would have a problem with is no side but I can't do anything for that unless I send it way let me know how it works for you maybe I will fallow

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