thanks for all the thoughts gentlemen. That's why I like this group. Yes, I have the factory roof rack already and the rain gutters. However, rain gutters are just thin pieces of aluminum riveted in and the factory roof rack as oldmopar stated is very weak indeed.
I am a capable welder (x...
No gutters .... that is why I was reaching out seeing what others have done. My basic mechanical mentality will be to remove headliner and make brackets off or roof reinforcement beams that stick out of roof ,seal them, then bolt rack to those brackets for maximum strength. Don't care if...
When I start, I'm going to be removing my headliner and fixing the mount points directly to the ribs and then seal them up real good and then fasten the rack to the permanent mouts. then rhyno line the roof complete for additional protection. that's what I'm thinking now anyways.
These...
Hey all, does anyone know of a place that I can purchase some pre fabed roof brackets I can modify to fit this? Just a thought before I go crazy. Trying to come up with the best way to attach the brackets. I'm almost tempted to fab a semi-cage and attach it to the frame like I've seen ...
this is my rack I got for free off another rig. I am going to be cutting and welding some new bracket along with extending it the full length of the roof. That is my next project. Just working on the best way to mount the brackets and what to make.
Hey man , nice work on that. That rig is lookin good and more importantly functional. I am currenty working on my roof rack. I have a custom heavy duty rack because I am going to get a top tent. I want to leave room in the back so my pups can travel with me. I am going to have to weld...
nice sqare body rig man. Do you still have it? Was curious where you found those brackets to mount your roof rack. I have a custom made roof rack but am having trouble trying to find a way to mount it.
working with this ol girl is pretty difficult as parts are not readily available but I like being a bit different from the herd. Hope to see some cool things with your build. Good to meet ya
a pro charged 6 liter!! I bet that thing scoots without the TT behind it. Nice!! I want to put a 6.0 liter in oldirty. Stuck in COMMIfornia though so she'll have to wait for a new heart till when we move out of state. Got any pics under her skirt!! I wanna see that charger!!!
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