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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 08:49 AM
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Excursion ROOF/Luggage Rack Question

Guys, can someone help me with the following.

The measurements of the current factory roof rack or attachment points on the Excursion?

How BIG can a Roof rack be to still use the standard attachment points and

Who makes the biggest roof racks that can be put on an excursion?

I plan on putting more lights in front.

Also, are there others that make really sturdy grill guards/bumpers other than Alien Patrol and Road Armor?

Links would be greatly appreciated.

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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 06:51 PM
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On the roof rack Q, I'm guessing most of us would say we don't use our roof racks, in fact, we recommend taking them off asap... cause they vibrate against the roof and ruin the factory paint.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 08:37 PM
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Are you talking about the factory rack or aftermarket racks or they all do it?

No solution to this? I wanted it for the looks and to be able to put more headlights on top. I really don't plan on traveling. I have too many dogs for that

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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 01:53 AM
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As for the front bumper option, check out Iron Bull... both Scott4444 and I have one and are very happy with the product and the service.

Beware of Alien Patrol, lots of people have been burned... Google Alien Patrol and check out the various forums where they have been to hock their wares. Not a lot of satisfied customers.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 02:33 AM
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Thanks Ken. I was wanting something with more coverage as a brushguard, not just a bumper guard. Any links or pics?

Road armor is good though, right?

Thanks
 
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 12:48 PM
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When removing the roof rack, do you guys just remove the cross beams? or the cross beams and side beams?
 
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by BigRy
When removing the roof rack, do you guys just remove the cross beams? or the cross beams and side beams?

Just the cross beam units with the ends. The side beams are mounted to holes in the roof. not good to remove them if you don't want water in the truck. They are also what aftermarket racks attach to.
 
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Originally Posted by hummer5
Are you talking about the factory rack or aftermarket racks or they all do it?

No solution to this? I wanted it for the looks and to be able to put more headlights on top. I really don't plan on traveling. I have too many dogs for that

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It is the factory racks that rub off the paint as they lay directly on the roof
 
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by hummer5
Thanks Ken. I was wanting something with more coverage as a brushguard, not just a bumper guard. Any links or pics?

Road armor is good though, right?

Thanks
As far as I know Road armour is a reputable company...

Here's the link to IronBull's site

ironbull bumpers

Hey Scott, is that your Ex on their website? It looks like your rig, but I thought your front grille guards were shaped different.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 07:13 PM
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i took off the entire factory rack, put the bolts back and left it. im a tall guy, and even i cant reach up there to load stuff. no water in truck at all.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 07:33 PM
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Thanks guys. The Defender and Thule stuff I had seen but the other stuff was new to me. How come all racks are 5' when there's room for a 6' rack? At least I think there is.

Also, is the rubbing problem solved if you put one of these racks on?

I don't understand why everyone making these sturdy brush guards never make provisions to put lights up front that are PROTECTED by the guard. Look at this for instance. They make provisions for lights but they are IN FRONT of the bumper. Not cool if you hit something

Fourth picture down as that is the guard I like BUCKSTOP Truckware - Truck Lights, bumper lighting

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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by 78_f800crewcab4x4
i took off the entire factory rack, put the bolts back and left it. im a tall guy, and even i cant reach up there to load stuff. no water in truck at all.
I was going to get it for the looks only and to be able to put more lights on top, that's all.
 
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I am thinking about getting this basket ...

Proline #RB4045 Safari Roof Basket Racks: Car Roof top cargo carriers and luggage baskets.
 
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