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TopQ1967



Member Since: 14 Feb 2012
Location: Veghel
Posts: 236
Netherlands 2012 Defender 130 Puma 2.2 HCPU Buckingham Blue
Advice on roofrack for 130
Hi

I need a roofrack to carry rooftop tents (2) and other gear.
I have heard the chassis of the 130 is flexing a lot and therefore possibly gives a twisting load on the cabin when a full length roofrack is used (is possible to stiff).
Other option would be the use of two separate roofracks so twisting between cabin and load area is possible.
Is twisting of the chassis really a problem?
Did anyone came up with a solution?

cheers

Q.
Post #146193 21st May 2012 7:05am
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markalpha



Member Since: 23 Apr 2008
Location: Downham Market
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England 2013 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Santorini Black
I have a full length rack on my 130 HCPU and there does seem to be some body flex. I am thinking about splitting the rack to avoid future problems.
Post #146202 21st May 2012 7:38am
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AndrewS



Member Since: 10 Apr 2007
Location: Hereford
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United Kingdom 2013 Defender 130 Puma 2.2 SW Rimini Red
Got a full length Hannibal on J-Lo and not had any problems. The rack will move with the body.

Done loads of off road fully loaded with no issues.


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Click image to enlarge 130's have feeling's as well you know Smile
Post #146203 21st May 2012 8:01am
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TopQ1967



Member Since: 14 Feb 2012
Location: Veghel
Posts: 236
Netherlands 2012 Defender 130 Puma 2.2 HCPU Buckingham Blue
Hi Andrew

Thank you for your information.
I had not planned such a harsh environment for our trip Very Happy
Fine to know even those trips are possible without problems.

Regards

Q.
Post #146207 21st May 2012 8:55am
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