Roof racks and Kayaks

Hi all. I have a current 4WD dual cab hilux with ARB high rise canopy and I want to fit roof racks to carry a sea kayak. I have been told by one rack installer that racks on the cabin can't be made high enough to lift the kayak above the canopy. Does anyone carry a sea kayak on racks on a dual cab with high rise canopy, and if you do, what brand is it?
Not really a 4wd question, but hoping someone can help.
Thanks,
Rodge
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Reply By: Tim - Stratford (VIC) - Tuesday, Feb 16, 2010 at 19:01

Tuesday, Feb 16, 2010 at 19:01
G'day Rodge,

Try ARB - they have roof racks that are supported from inside the canopy - they may be strong enough to support the entire weight of the kayak without having the racks on the actual roofof your D/C.


Tim
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Reply By: That Troopy Bloke (SA) - Tuesday, Feb 16, 2010 at 20:04

Tuesday, Feb 16, 2010 at 20:04
How much higher is the canopy over the cab?
I needed extra height racks to clear the pop-top on my troopy.
I ended up with Prorack Tradesman Bars, the legs are about 300mm I think from memory.

Cheers
Glenn
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Reply By: itsdave - Wednesday, Feb 17, 2010 at 07:25

Wednesday, Feb 17, 2010 at 07:25
Hi

I had the same problem with my Navara with an ARB canopy. Ended up bolting on to the Bull bar 2 aluminium tubes approx 400mm long and then had an H frame made up that slides into it so its removable. The kayaks sit over the bonnet and cab which has a Rola roof rack attached to it.

Hope this helps
cheers Dave
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Follow Up By: Rodge - Wednesday, Feb 17, 2010 at 10:23

Wednesday, Feb 17, 2010 at 10:23
Thanks Tim, Glenn and Dave for your suggestions. Will look into all 3 ideas. The H frame on the bullbar is something I hadn't thouight of - might be the way to go if roof racks are too difficult. By the way Glenn - what an awesome Troopie you have.
Cheers , Rodge
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