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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/15/2007 4:28:58 PM
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hilljob26
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< Message edited by hilljob26 -- 10/15/2007 4:38:51 PM >
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/15/2007 4:30:01 PM
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/15/2007 9:39:33 PM
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Looks great. Perfect size for an ice chest full of ice cold beer.
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 2:26:15 AM
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hilljob26
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thats the plan im guessin
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 6:53:46 AM
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CCMDoc
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That looks great and I am always looking for another way to bring stuff I don't really need with me on my trips  .
The only question is - will the door stand up to the torque applied by such a long lever? A 35" tire is sort of like a 17 1/2" crowbar applied to the middle of the door, this is an even longer one. Driving around with a cooler would apply some of the force downwards, but also away from the door - like a can opener. Maybe some sort of strap over the top so that it can't bounce away from the door?
Anyway, it does look cool and I hope a I am wrong cause I'd like to have one of those myself.
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 7:17:57 AM
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Gunner_45
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Flex on the door panel has been a big concern for anyone who has built/used one of these things.
(or anyone putting a 35 inch tire and wheel on that spare tire mount)
So far, no one seems to have suffered any damage from using one of these racks. I've
seen folks on several other forums load 'em up with everything but the kitchen sink and
claim to have not had any problems. Personally, I don't plan on putting a bunch of weight
on this one and will try to have the load oriented as close to the door as possible. It's not
just the door panel, you also have to worry about the hinges and possible misalignment
of the door itself. (I wonder if that is why AMSTAR quit selling their version of it)
This thing is strictly for bulky yet lite items, stinky, muddy, wet crap that you don't want INSIDE the rig on a trip.
Packed out trash, fish coolers, recovery gear, cooler loaded with a suitable amount of adult beverages...etc.
Plus it's not something I want to leave on all the time. Everything but the main support can be removed by
simply turning a few knobs and can be stored in the barn.
Once Mike gets it dressed out and we get a coat of Black Krylon Hammer Finish on it...Should look really nice.
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 10:37:39 AM
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hilljob26
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this should really be the cats meow,as far as load,i dont see any flex on it when i apply pressure,it bolts to the top two bolts on the door,and those are pretty sturdy,i dont think he will have any problems with this
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 11:01:48 AM
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WOW that looks great! I want one!
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 11:19:11 AM
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quote:
ORIGINAL: Gunner_45
This thing is strictly for bulky yet lite items, stinky, muddy, wet crap that you don't want INSIDE the rig on a trip.
Damn, I guess I'll have to let the family inside even if I do get one of these.
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 11:58:15 AM
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Why the white metal (SS???) horizontal bar at the top mount bolts. Lost me on that part, I've been with ya on the rest. The one inch tube looks cool, but how about one inch square aluminum tube up top??? for the rack, I like the weight at less than 0.30#/ft. and you do not have to bend it unless that is the look you want. Just constructive harrassement. 
I like it guys. I like the Rust-Oleum Hammered paint better Gunner, long dry time, really long, but after about 2 weeks that stuff is damn near like powder coat. IMO tougher than the Krylon. KUDOS on the project.
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 7:08:15 PM
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Wow that looks great!
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RE: spare tire rack ROUND 2 - 10/16/2007 8:43:02 PM
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Gunner_45
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quote:
ORIGINAL: Doc Olds
Why the white metal (SS???) horizontal bar at the top mount bolts. Lost me on that part, I've been with ya on the rest. The one inch tube looks cool, but how about one inch square aluminum tube up top??? for the rack, I like the weight at less than 0.30#/ft. and you do not have to bend it unless that is the look you want. Just constructive harrassement.
I like it guys. I like the Rust-Oleum Hammered paint better Gunner, long dry time, really long, but after about 2 weeks that stuff is damn near like powder coat. IMO tougher than the Krylon. KUDOS on the project.
The horizontal is for some additional supports that are not pictured.
Here is the reason for the round tube:
The round matches the SMA, the future roof rack and tail light guards..........Square just didn't fit the overall aesthetic I was going for.
Trying to match the finish on the SMA as well...That is wy the hammered...Couldnt remember if it was Krylon or Rusto---
Need to hit their web pages and do a little research.
Here is a possible roof rack choice.......May still be too tall for the garage..But it is light wt and easily removable for storage.
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