Roof racks on Landcruiser 1HZJ-105R

Submitted: Sunday, Sep 16, 2012 at 10:55
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Hi folks,

I'm looking at finally getting some roof racks for my 105 series Landcruiser. After 7 months of owning the vehicle, I have copped a fair bit of damage to the vinyl in the back already from having all and sundry bouncing around when I am driving on the rough stuff. I've also damaged the tinting on the rear passenger side window and am pretty cross with myself for not sorting roof racks sooner.

I have attached a couple of images of the racks I am considering, they are the Tracklander model racks. I have heard that the full basket type roofrack can increase fuel consumption by up to 20%. I was hoping to get some feedback from folks out there using these type of racks as to whether or not this is true as the 1HZ is not exactly the most fuel economical as it is at up to 15-16 l per 100kms without the racks offroad. I am expecting some difference but 20% for me is unacceptable.

The next type I am considering is the tent topper rack as I still have not decided whether I want a roof top tent or not. At this stage it's not practical as I have nowhere to store it when I'm not using it and I kind of like the freedom of having the ability to jump in the car at a moments notice while at a campsite without having to pack the tent away. I know the process is supposed to be fairly quick but can see it becoming a bit of a ball ache once the novelty of the roof tent wears off, having said that I like the idea of having the option and would be good to get some feedback from folks out there using one of these.

Any adviced greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Craig


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