Kaon Roof Shelf...

[KilaCruiser]

Think mine arrives today - they DO ship fast. Making something to match out of rigid molle panel for the useless little cubby in front of the shifter on my pre - '16. Figure a little 3 inch wall would allow me to store a phone or wallet without it flying around. Not entirely related but certainly inspired by the Kaon attic.

Awesome find, @TheGrrrrr . Thanks!

 

[smeagol]

Just received mine today, was hoping to have it installed for our first long trip in the Lexus... and I'm missing a bunch of hardware and can't install it


On a good note, it looks stout, and their shipping speeds are unreal. Most companies *within* CONUS take a week or so, this was Australia to my door in the US in a few days.

 

[Idaho Savage]

These appear to be back in stock.

 

[TLC2013]

Just received mine today, was hoping to have it installed for our first long trip in the Lexus... and I'm missing a bunch of hardware and can't install it


On a good note, it looks stout, and their shipping speeds are unreal. Most companies *within* CONUS take a week or so, this was Australia to my door in the US in a few days.

Thats too bad. My hardware was taped/ wrapped to the brackets that attach to roof (headliner). Depending on what is missing you may be able to get the nuts and bolts at a hardware store.
Post a picture of the hardware that you have, we may be able to assist with what you need to get to complete the install.

 

[smeagol]

Thanks, but Kaon confirmed they sent me the hardware for an FJ Cruiser cargo barrier. I looked through the hardware and it looks like the most critical pieces I'm missing are the custom pieces that fit at the grab handle.

 

[ntsaint]

What an awesome find. I miss the overhead shelf from my 100 bad.

Ordered! $300 shipped.

 

[gaijin]

My shelf arrived Friday and I'm planning on installing it tomorrow - looks like a nice piece of kit.

I know it a install, but I have a question about the statement at the bottom of the Fitting Instructions sheet:

"We recommend applying anti-sieze compound or grease to all bolted connections"

My inclination would be to apply a medium grade thread sealer like Loctite Blue to make sure the bolts don't vibrate loose - it would never occur to me to use anti-seize on them.

Can anyone confirm that they did indeed use anti-seize, and if so, why? Or if not, why not?

Inquiring minds need to know.

TIA

 

[scott johnson]

A little pricey but I love this thing. Arrived in 4 days. I have to say I was very impressed.

 

[KilaCruiser]

Yep - I'm tall and like to sit in the boot to change after a surf or boot up in winter... Somehow, it doesnt mess with my view out the back or ability to sit anywhere in the truck. Initially I forward mounted it but pulled it back to the center mount as that felt better.

The front panel afforded a great spot to store a light and the handle alcove holds a medkit perfectly. Super stoked on it... though solo install was touch and go for a few second when I almost dropped it on my face.

 

[gaijin]

Many thanks, @TheGrrrrr for posting about this shelf. Finally, I have a secure storage space for my Bushranger X-Jack. The X-Jack is a great jack - works on all types of terrain and provides a very stable 30" of lift - but it is a very odd form factor when stowed that does not lend itself to easy storage while still affording easy access.

Problem solved with the Kaon shelf:

 

[grinchy]

Got some time in on my diy version. Previously I had ordered the captive nuts for the grab handles.
Today drilled the stock hole in some 3x5” stainless steel brackets out to 1/4”. Bent the brackets 40deg to approximate level. Installed the captive nuts and the brackets. Note that the holes aren’t ‘level’ on the grab handle. I think they’re about 3/8” different in height. Current plan is to use 3/8” plywood and have one on top and the other underneath. We’ll see in the next episode if that works.
I guess the profile photo was blurry. I’ll grab another next I’m at the car.

 

[ntsaint]

Installed. Love it. I did choose to leave the vertical separator off the front edge tho. I like access from 2nd row.

 

[TheGrrrrr]

Installed. Love it. I did choose to leave the vertical separator off the front edge tho. I like access from 2nd row.

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PSA: Everything on the shelf becomes a hazardous projectile in a frontal collision. If you are rolling without the forward barrier, stow only what you won't mind hitting you in the back of the head when a distracted driver blows a red light and you T-Bone them. I have the forward barrier installed and I'm still going with low-mass items just in case.

 

[ntsaint]

Yes. But Hammocks, jackets and blankets don’t pose much risk.

 

[Txoverland]

Just ordered my shelf, great communication via email with the company. I also ordered their antenna mount and they combined the shipping, something the website couldn’t do.

 

[Txoverland]

Just ordered my shelf, great communication via email with the company. I also ordered their antenna mount and they combined the shipping, something the website couldn’t do.

ordered Monday, received Saturday
Installed in about 45 minutes, removing grab handles is a pain, the antenna mount is for a future project

 

[gaijin]

ordered Monday, received Saturday
Installed in about 45 minutes, removing grab handles is a pain, the antenna mount is for a future project
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It looks like you have some heavy items on the shelf already - might want to bear in mind that Kaon recommends a load of only 10kg (22lbs) for the shelf. Basically, it's designed for things like coats and hats - not D-Rings and air compressors.

Just sayin'

 

[CharlieS]

Nice shelf. I'd hate to see that shackle become a projectile though.

 

[Txoverland]

Nice shelf. I'd hate to see that shackle become a projectile though.

If it bust through 3 zip ties and enters my cranium so be it.

 

[Txoverland]

It looks like you have some heavy items on the shelf already - might want to bear in mind that Kaon recommends a load of only 10kg (22lbs) for the shelf. Basically, it's designed for things like coats and hats - not D-Rings and air compressors.

Just sayin'

It seems plenty strong to hold a strap, a little viair and a shackle. The empty space will most likely be filled with groceries on my next trip, or possibly bricks and ninja throwing stars.