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smith335:
hi there, i am looking at getting a galv box section roof rack for my 90, but i am not sure which type to go for.?

the flat type or the type that follows the roof line(slopes at front)

they both seem to have pros and cons,but i am not sure if in the real world it makes any difference.

the flat type would be better for loading as the floor is all the same level, but more wind drag.

but the one that follows the roof line might have less wind drag, but harder to load as it slopes at the front.

i will be boarding the rack out as well,so any does and donts.?
any one got any comments or advise
cheers

TechnoTurkey:
Unless you need the couple of extra square footage of storage that the sloped one offers I would go for the flat one, esp if your boarding it.

A 'spoiler' might help with downforce on a sports car, but will do nothing to a landy!

smith335:
thanks for that.

any more comments or thougths?

v8kenny:
Go for the flat one - as you have already sussed they are easier to load
I used 2 inch galvanised mesh for my roofrack held in place with lots of heavy cable ties to stop it moving/rattling - great for tying any shape or size of object to and a good non slip surface for walking about on
Cable ties mean no damage to galvanising therefore no rust but suppose it could be spot welded on then painted with high zinc primer

smith335:
thanks for the tips, i think i will try and get the flat type.

any one know what the max on road limit is for loading a 90 roof rack?

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