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Francis84

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saltybones said:
Thanks! When I ordered the cap (Leer XL100) I got the package where the long tracks for the Thule roof racks are bolted through the roof, and help distribute the weight. I know they have a pretty low weight rating, but after talking with others who have done it, and figuring in a safety factor of 3 on the weight limit, I decided to try the set up this way. Two years of sleeping four (2 adults, 2 young teens) there have been no issues or concerns. I see some add a third crossbar to spread the weight a little more, but so far my setup is working well.
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I have a long way to go before I get there. I like the set up you have. Is there anyway you can share some pics of the mount points on the top side and inside?
 
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Francis&Rebecca said:
I have a long way to go before I get there. I like the set up you have. Is there anyway you can share some pics of the mount points on the top side and inside?
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Sure. There are four anchor points on top, two per track, that the cross bar ‘feet’ fasten to. I took one of the plastic covers off so you could see, and each track is fastened with 9 bolts through the cap roof. There is a gear net that attaches to the bolts on the inside roof of the cap. I have everything removed for the winter. I hope you can make out the pictures.
 
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saltybones said:
Sure. There are four anchor points on top, two per track, that the cross bar ‘feet’ fasten to. I took one of the plastic covers off so you could see, and each track is fastened with 9 bolts through the cap roof. There is a gear net that attaches to the bolts on the inside roof of the cap. I have everything removed for the winter. I hope you can make out the pictures.
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aaaslayer

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Buzzard13 said:
@aaaslayer , that is a whole lotta Truck. Nice.
What year is it? 2500? Tire size?
I want to build a 65 Dodge W300
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2015 Ram 2500 Cummins on 35x12.5R17

It's a big ass truck indeed, sometimes a pain in the ass to get around trails. I'm limited as to where I can take this ride. I have a Rubicon for smaller trails. I usually take my Rubicon to a trail I've never been on first, then I'll revisit that trail in the Ram down the road if I know my truck will be able to get through the trail without getting stuck or falling off some narrow cliff.
 
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aaaslayer said:
Here's an update. I added 2 x 2 gallon diesel rotopax cans, and 2 x 2 gallon water rotopax cans. I will be adding a rotopax first aid kit and need to get some quick fists for a shovel and axe I have. Also the Leitner mount for the hi lift jack, and that about does it.

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How do you like your Leitner System?
I’m thinking of getting one for my Jeep Gladiator..
 
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smlobx said:
How do you like your Leitner System?
I’m thinking of getting one for my Jeep Gladiator..
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I have the system on my 16 f 250 and love it. Very easy to organize stuff and the fact you can slide the upper bars to the front to allow larger items in the bed is a plus. It’s definitely worth the money.
 
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NorCalJoe said:
I have the system on my 16 f 250 and love it. Very easy to organize stuff and the fact you can slide the upper bars to the front to allow larger items in the bed is a plus. It’s definitely worth the money.
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Thanks Joe!
Everyone who has one loves it. I’m thinking of getting a Decked System as well..

Hey I just noticed we have the same rank and badge level...cool.
 
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smlobx said:
How do you like your Leitner System?
I’m thinking of getting one for my Jeep Gladiator..
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I love my setup. Only thing I do miss is having an empty bed so I can go fast in the desert. With the rack on, a huge tent on top, you can't really go fast anymore but that's not the rack's fault at all, that's just the trade off. With a huge rack in the back, you can't be hauling ass in the desert or doing donuts in the dry lake bed. Things I used to enjoy doing.
 
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