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Originally Posted by dclee
Nice work, looks strong and well-made. Just a quick question, and don't take this the wrong way, I think you've got a great solution for a great rack. But since you've just added at least an inch of height and probably some significant weight (the absolute enemy of roof racks), was there a specific reason you went with the Inti over something like an African Outback? Just curious.
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Derek-
I added 1 and 3/16ths inch ... however, after seeing the rack sitting on top of the sub-frame, it looks really good. The sub-frame relies on design principles to make it stronger than it should be. The weight of the sub-frame is around 50 lbs or less. Probably about 45 actually. When I made it, I was thinking the same about weight. However I went outside and sized up the 100, and it's a huge, heavy vehicle. So a mere 45-50 lbs more doesn't really equate to much of anything. The Inti rack itself is so light weight, I just put it on top of the sub-frame by standing on a ladder - I did this myself from the passenger side of my cruiser. On top of this, the sub-frame really hugs the lines of the vehicle. You will see what I am speaking of when I get it done and slap some more pics up.
I am writing this outside on the hood of my cruiser right now
I was sitting on top of the flooring putting bolts in to secure the rack to the sub-frame. It just feels so solid. I am using 3/8" bolts to secure the rack to the sub-frame, utilizing the existing holes that normally the gutter mounts would bolt onto which would, again normally, then attach to a gutter mount.
I went with the Inti for several reasons. First I do like the looks of the rack, and it's a proven performer. Lots of the west coast sindicate are running them and loading tons of stuff with no problems. Two, they are very light weight, and have a (in answer to 1LoudLX's question) Lamp Guard for your front rack lights. This in itself is very nice as it protects the lamps from tree limbs, brush and other stuff. The rack has built in tabs to attach limb risers. I plan to do this once I get my ARB front bumper.
Why did I go with this rack rather than an African Outback? Because it's different, because not everyone has one, and I like the looks of it. I was told I would at this time have the only 100 series LC with an Inti rack on it in the world. For now, I guess I do until someone comes forward
Gotta get back to work..... Will post a picture or two at least before I turn in tonight. Of course it will be a night time picture!
