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ZUKIWORLD Discussion Forum => Suzuki 4x4 Forum => Topic started by: TN_Tracker on November 07, 2003, 01:36:49 PM
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After welding up my own hitch I decided to design and build a trail rack that could be assembled out of easily available materials and simple tools, no welding involved. Take a look at the pics and give me your opinion.
Thanks
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/rack3.jpg)
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/rack2.jpg)
The materials came from Home Depot. Ignore the bungee cords, I just removed a plastic container I use to haul small items.
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LOOKS FUNCTIONAL ....YET EASY....GOOD PLACE TO HAUL YOUR LAMNMOWER OOOPPPPPS OR SHOULD I SAY SNOWBLOWER GAS ...ON INSTEAD OF STINKING UP THE COCK PIT ;D HOW ABOUT AN UNDER PICTURE TO SEE THE ATTACHMENT END OF YOU R FUNCTIONAL PROJECT ;D
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OK APPARENTLY YOU CANT USE THE WORD COCCK ON HERE CAUSE NOW INSTEAD OF READING COCCKPIT IT SAYS THINGY PIT  HMMMM  TECHNICAL TECHNICAL...BIG BROTHER IS ALLWAYS WATCHING  ;D BUT HOWARD STERN ALLWAYS NEW HIS WAY AROUND THOSE TECHNICAL GUIDELINES COCCKA DOODLE DOO
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LOOKS FUNCTIONAL ....YET EASY....GOOD PLACE TO HAUL YOUR LAMNMOWER  OOOPPPPPS  OR SHOULD I SAY SNOWBLOWER GAS  ...ON INSTEAD OF STINKING UP THE COCK PIT  ;D  HOW ABOUT AN UNDER PICTURE TO SEE THE ATTACHMENT END OF YOU R FUNCTIONAL PROJECT  ;D ÂÂ
Yep, I need some better pics. I plan on making a detailed drawing and parts list if enough people are interested.
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IF ONLY I HAD A SPARE :'(
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IF ONLY I HAD A SPARE  :'( ÂÂ
No spare? ??? If the factory tire rack is still there this rack will still bolt up.
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Looks mighty good. :D
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I'd like a rack that bolts there that will
hold a couple of Jerry Cans ;)
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I think it looks great too! But for me personally, I don't really need something like that. I like the look of my spare tire cover.
But, GOOD work man! Looks really sharp! :D
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Looks nice. ;) but it would be gone the first time a back into another tree. ;D lata Stu
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I'm interested in seeing the drawings and/or better pics. Looks like the perfect addition to my rig for hauling a gas can for my race bike ;)
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Post more pics and the parts list. I think thats a great idea.
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Thanks for your opinion guys, I appreciate it. I decided to remove the SideTracker Rack for a fresh coat of paint and to get some better pics.
Top View From Right Side
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/rack8.jpg)
Bottom View From Right Side
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/rack7.jpg)
Mounting Point
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/rack5.jpg)
After I bolted It Back On
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/rack4.jpg)
I think these pics pretty much tell the story. It was easy to lay out and the tools I needed were a hacksaw and a drill but a vise would be pretty handy for bending the corners.
Here's the material list:
2- 1 1/2"X6' angle iron
1- 12"X24" expanded metal grate (already pre-cut at Home Depot)
9- 1/2"X1" bolts
Note: I have no idea how much weight the factory mount can stand but I've had at least 75lbs. on it with no problems so far.
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Looks nice.  ;)  but it would be gone the first time a back into another tree. ;D  lata Stu
I know what u mean.... :-/
The last time out I backed into a tree right on the spare and caved my tailgate in and cracked a taillight...
Later,
Bill
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Thanks for posting the pics and parts list TN! I think I'll be building one of those! Awesome idea!!
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Thanks for posting the pics and parts list TN! I think I'll be building one of those! Awesome idea!!
You're welcome. :)
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brlj, Holly crap, that is exactly what happened to me. lol we should go wheelin togehter. lol lata Stu
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WOW :o that is some nice craftsmanship. nice work.
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After welding up my own hitch I decided to design and build a trail rack that could be assembled out of easily available materials and simple tools, no welding involved. Take a look at the pics and give me your opinion.
Thanks
The materials came from Home Depot. Ignore the bungee cords, I just removed a plastic container I use to haul small items.
Very good job. Great, especially since it no welding and simple tools. Why don't you take some how-to pics and do a write up for Zukiworld so it get into the tech archive? Maybe the kick hitch too?
Just an idea. I'm sure the readers would like it.
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Yankee Tim,
That's a great idea. Could someone give me an idea of what's required for me to submit an article? Thanks for the comment. ;D
TN_T
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TN, write it out in Word. Within the article place (inster pic1 here) where you want each pic placed and e-mail the word file and pic's to Eric (ebewley|removethispart|@zukiworld.com) He then reviews it and lets you know what he thinks.
Later,
Zig
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Thanks Zig.
TN_T
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"Nice rack!"
;D
I especially like how light-weight it is. This will make an excellent addition to the swing-away bumper we already use!
Thanks!
~Nate
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Thanks Nate. It pales in comparison to all of your mods, especially the bumper. 8)
Could you give me part # for your fender flares. I looked in the Whitney's Catalog but I'm not sure which ones you used.
TN_T
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"Nice rack!"
;D
Thanks!
~Nate
HEY HEY HEY !!!!!!! ::)
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Thanks Nate. It pales in comparison to all of your mods, especially the bumper. 8)
Could you give me part # for your fender flares. I looked in the Whitney's Catalog but I'm not sure which ones you used.
TN_T
Here's the part number: (NOTE: (taken from JC's website) The SKU number shown below will differ from the SKU number you see in our catalog. However, it is the appropriate Internet reference SKU for the item)
2-1/4" Fender Extensions, Surface-mount Pair
# 14ZX1414W 39.95/pr
Extend 2-1/4". 1/4"-thick rubber. Universal mount use on fender wells that are rusted out or have been cut out to make room for over-sized tires. 58" long. Drilling required. Hardware included. One pair.