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Old 22-04-2008, 12:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Has anyone used a universal suction roof rack? They seem like a good idea to me but the age old question - is it worth the money/effort?

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id be worried if the suction gave up = load every where
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Old 22-04-2008, 02:43 PM   #3 (permalink)
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id be worried if the suction gave up = load every where


Rofl, yeah - that and I wouldnt want any marks on my roof!!!

If it dont fit in the car, use a bigger car.
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Old 22-04-2008, 04:25 PM   #4 (permalink)
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I guess they are rated for a certain load amount - it would be a pain if it got dislodged on a quarter mile run.

I presume that a dirty car will have less adhesion.
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I wouldn't bother - sounds a bit dangerous to me
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