Roof racks are a great way to add more storage to any vehicle but finding the right one to fit your needs can be frustrating.
Homemade wooden roof rack.
This stack rack is a good bet for those who are keen on setting up a quick yet classy structure.
To attach the.
Homemade roof rack with accessories step 1.
Expose the bolt holes.
My wife and i enjoy many outdoor activities including camping cycling cross.
Roof rack is made up of bars and is fastened to the top of cars.
All you need is a saw drill and steel strap to put together your 2 x 4 x 8 lumber blocks to create your a specialized lumber rack.
However steel and aluminum are more durable and stronger so they will last you a lot longer.
Tools and materials used.
Wooden roof rack step 1.
I love building with wood so i decided to make the roof rack from oak.
I used re purposed oak.
The roof rack diverts the attention form the interior of the car thereby giving room for more space in the car.
Cut the channel into lengths.
You ll need to do some welding and metal cutting for a homemade roof rack as well.
In the companion instructable i used re purposed oak from shipping platforms that.
Wood can be the least expensive option to go if you re on a budget.
These four aluminum blocks will be the base points of the rack.