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Defender roof rack - do I need the factory racks?

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Old Jun 26, 2011 | 03:31 PM
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Default Defender roof rack - do I need the factory racks?

Hey guys-

I've got an 07' H3 with no roof racks and would like to get a rack of some sort to mainly carry my kayaks..

Do I need the factory roof racks first?

Thanks

Jeff
 
Old Jun 26, 2011 | 10:59 PM
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I would purchase the Defender factory roof rach mounting brackets that attach directly to the roof rails instead of attaching it to the OEM cross bars. You will get more strength from these brackets and the rack will sit a closer to the roof. Any dealer of Defender Roof racks can get these for you.

You can see what they look like mounted to an H3 here:
Defender series off road roof racks for trucks Jeeps & SUV


Defender series off road roof racks for trucks Jeeps & SUV
 
Old Jun 28, 2011 | 11:44 AM
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Gracias..
 
Old Jun 29, 2011 | 10:24 AM
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Great choice. I have the Defender and love it. Make sure you buy the fully welded version.
 
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