Roof Rack Sack
Submitted: Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 12:16
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sideliner1
Hi folks,
Was wondering if anyone had alot of experience with canvas roof rack sack's I am thinking of getting one made up for
mine cause I want it a bit shorter than the roof rack so I can put the generator and jerry cans on it with out being in the sack.. if someone can let me know their experiences with them it would help me out heaps...
Please include how high the sack is too so it gives me an idea on the size needed..
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Thanks C[_]
Reply By: flappan - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 13:16
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 13:16
I have a Roof Sack. made by
Southern Cross Canvas (the Tent Makers) and bought through ARB.
From memory
mine is 183 X 122 cm (from ARB price list). It would be roughly 30cm Tall.
SC have a heap of different sizes.
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Follow Up By: sideliner1 - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 13:21
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 13:21
Thanks for that it will give me a rough idea when pricing to make it. might find it cheaper to buy one already made but I'll check it out...
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Reply By: Member - Jeff M (WA) - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 13:56
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 13:56
I've got the "Bushranger" Rack Sack and although it has had some bad comments on this
forum I belive value for money and a 5 year warranty you can't beat it. Mines a 1200x900 and the height is adjustable it goes quite high, don't have the figures on me though. Had no dramas with it, it's been through very tight tracks, been rained on for days and a time and it's just bloody great.
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Follow Up By: sideliner1 - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 15:19
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 15:19
cheers Jeff I figure no matter what ya buy someone else has a bad experience with it so as long as ya happy with it. ..
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Follow Up By: Member - Roachie (SA) - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 17:51
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 17:51
I've got a Bushranger Rack Sack too, but probably won't buy another one. This one has a few small cuts, it seems to leak &/or get condensation. I now only use it for stuff like fold up chairs and the kids tent etc. Used to put sleeping bags and pillows up there but not anywore. Seems okay as far as dust is concerned though.
On a side note, I'd be cautious about putting a genie and gerry cans on the rack....weight!!
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Follow Up By: Member - Jeff M (WA) - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 17:54
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 17:54
Roachie, it's got a 5 year warranty and I have heard of people getting brand newy's for the same problems you've got, go and get another one, the new ones are made stronger as
well, they also have big buckle clips on them for easier access.
I still put my pillows and sleeping bags up there, if it starts to leak, I'll go get it replaced.
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Follow Up By: Joe - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 18:12
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 18:12
Hi guys
What brand of canvas waterproofing product has anyone had success with?
I want to slide my self inflating mattresess in the bag so they are up and ready to use on arrival, but I have noticed that the canvass is not
water proof.
Thanks
Joe
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Reply By: sideliner1 - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 18:06
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 18:06
what cost are they new approx.? are zippers ok for the sack?
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Reply By: Martyn (WA) - Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 20:53
Friday, Sep 10, 2004 at 20:53
Sideliner 1,
I've got a Bushranger sack, so far no problems at all it's a half rack size think it was about the $200 mark (I think). I usually put all the softer stuff in the rack sack, sleeping bags, clothes bags etc, no dust problems which I was impressed with and also nothing has got wet. Easy to work with and set up, I bought one of those wheel steps as
well to get easier access.
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Reply By: Member - Ray Mc (WA) - Saturday, Sep 11, 2004 at 02:31
Saturday, Sep 11, 2004 at 02:31
I have a rack sack from "Michelle's Sacs", 1200 x 900 x 300. This is the smallest one they make. Heavy duty zips and a reinforced floor. Eight buckles which connect the sack to the rack and hold the load down, no need for additional ties. Zips are also covered with a velcro sealed flap. Recommend to anyone. Approx cost was just under $300. Website is www.michellessacs.com.au
Cheers
Ray Mc
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Follow Up By: sideliner1 - Saturday, Sep 11, 2004 at 12:38
Saturday, Sep 11, 2004 at 12:38
thanks for that Ray I'll definately check them out .. there has been a great reply to this thread and everyone has been so helpful.. I'll be trekking around with a roof rack sack in no time lol
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