Gauging Interest In My Custom Handcrafted Roof Racks

[shameson]

I think these are very cool, some excellent craftsmanship. Definitely something more suited for 2002 or Bavaria's, more pre 80's models.

I agree structurally you could use less support bars and still have be strong since the wood slats aren't spaced, instead of having spaces out slats that is more typical. While it's certainly more than I would spend on a rack, I believe the price tag makes sense considering they are hand made. But at $500+ it would be a hard sell for many people so if you make these cheaper by using less material that's a plus, and it makes them lighter.

You could also advertise these for other makes too, these would great on classic Mercs like W114 models or even some VW's.

[rturbo 930]

Regarding weight and rust - can you weld aluminum? That would pretty much take care of both problems.

[CubbyChowder]

I think these are very cool, some excellent craftsmanship. Definitely something more suited for 2002 or Bavaria's, more pre 80's models.

I agree structurally you could use less support bars and still have be strong since the wood slats aren't spaced, instead of having spaces out slats that is more typical. While it's certainly more than I would spend on a rack, I believe the price tag makes sense considering they are hand made. But at $500+ it would be a hard sell for many people so if you make these cheaper by using less material that's a plus, and it makes them lighter.

You could also advertise these for other makes too, these would great on classic Mercs like W114 models or even some VW's.

I didn't even think about Mercedes, that's a great idea! I can also use thinner wall metal tubing to bring weight down as well. I understand the price is a bit high, I am brainstorming on how to make them more affordable.

Regarding weight and rust - can you weld aluminum? That would pretty much take care of both problems.

I can weld aluminum, however that would make my materials cost considerably higher, and they're already pretty high.

[brbahner]

Ive followed your fabrication on stance works... it is some amazing work. Love your tables and these racks are awesome too. looking forward to seeing the "slimmed down" version you come up with

[ButtJuice]

You should consider making a variation that doesn't lay on top of/touch the roof of the car. One could vent the sun roof a bit and not have to worry about scratching or perhaps dents.

[mr2peak]

Those are beautiful!

Look into powder coating for rust prevention. I'd do it for you, but I'm up in SF.

[shedby_budwin]

Would it be possible to get just a metal frame without any of the wood?

[Swanny]

So are the open bars there to allow a clamp to attach to the rain gutter? Just wondering how these secure to the car.

[CubbyChowder]

Yeah I'd be willing to do just metal, PM me if you'd like to talk more details.

Also, I didn't realize I had these pictures on my phone, here is an idea of what the clamping solution is. This is from my very first mount prototype so they look different but the angled tab with threaded stud mounts the same. This clamps the mount down to the drip rail rather than up against the drip rail:

[mrcheezle19]

I'd be interested at a lower price and if I could get a snowboard mount onto this as well.

[Lake]

I like em!

[CubbyChowder]

I'm working on basically redesigning everything. Now that I've gotten a ton of feedback, I have a better idea of what people are interested in. I'd like to make these more simple for several reasons, as well as make them more affordable. I will post back within the next few weeks to show my newest designs. Stay posted.

[Zreberlcoe]

Gauging Interest In My Custom Handcrafted Roof Racks

I quit. I'm trying to make a roof rack and my own mounts and it's being a pain in the ass. Fuck. You're too good at this game.

[E30_Pare]

maybe figure out anti rack theft?

[Herr Faust Schinken]

maybe figure out anti rack theft?

Yeah there needs to be some way to lock it on the car


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