We debated back and forth for some time on the decision of whether or not to add a roof rack to our van. The main factor in our decision to use a roof rack was not having to permanently attach things to the van such as solar panels, lights, etc. The ability to walk on the roof and have modular storage was an added bonus! The two options we considered were Rhino Rack and Aluminess. Both of these products have great reviews, but we chose Rhino Rack based on the availability (Aluminess was a few months back ordered) as well as the modular system and accessories available. We opted for the 100"x62" Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform, which spans almost the entire roof length of our 148" wheel base van. Due to the size and weight of the platform, we hired Road Warriors out of Broomfield, CO for the install. They did an amazing job and we would highly recommend them! We have been very happy with the both the decision to add the rack as well as the rack itself.
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Ford Transit Van Conversion - Roof Rack
Adding a roof rack to your van build gives the option to carry more gear, easily add accessories such as lights, solar, etc or just hang out up high...
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Larry McMahon
Nate,
I went back through the invoicing from Road Warriors and it says the platform is 100″×62″ (part #42119BF). The following link shows the specific bracket they used to mount the platforms. http://www.rhinorack.com/en-us/products/spares-brackets-components/roof-rack-parts/legs/rltpfc-leg-x2-_rltpfc. One thing to note is that our van is the medium wheel base, not the long. I hope this helps!
Larry
Nate,
I went back through the invoicing from Road Warriors and it says the platform is 100″×62″ (part #42119BF). The following link shows the specific bracket they used to mount the platforms. http://www.rhinorack.com/en-us/products/spares-brackets-components/roof-rack-parts/legs/rltpfc-leg-x2-_rltpfc. One thing to note is that our van is the medium wheel base, not the long. I hope this helps!
Larry
Nate
Do you happen to have any specifics around the Rhino Rack that was purchased? Rhino apparently doesn’t have a Pioneer model that fits a yours (or anything between 2014-2020) in high roof / long.
I suppose Road Warriors did some custom mounts, but it was something off the shelf.
Cheer,
Do you happen to have any specifics around the Rhino Rack that was purchased? Rhino apparently doesn’t have a Pioneer model that fits a yours (or anything between 2014-2020) in high roof / long.
I suppose Road Warriors did some custom mounts, but it was something off the shelf.
Cheer,
Larry
Tom,
We purchased the roof rack through Road Warriors in Broomfield, Colorado.
I realized my previous comment (which I have since deleted) had a typo on the price, my apologies. We paid $1700 for the rack and mounting accessories and $500 for the installation. We were very happy with both the product and install. I know several others who have also used Road Warriors since our experience and been very pleased as well.
Thanks
Larry
Tom,
We purchased the roof rack through Road Warriors in Broomfield, Colorado.
I realized my previous comment (which I have since deleted) had a typo on the price, my apologies. We paid $1700 for the rack and mounting accessories and $500 for the installation. We were very happy with both the product and install. I know several others who have also used Road Warriors since our experience and been very pleased as well.
Thanks
Larry
tom
Great info. Where did you purchase the rack? And does the rack include the mounting brackets? If not, please provide what you used for mounting.
I’ve just started searching but am finding prices in the $1000 range for the rack. thanks
Great info. Where did you purchase the rack? And does the rack include the mounting brackets? If not, please provide what you used for mounting.
I’ve just started searching but am finding prices in the $1000 range for the rack. thanks
MoneyMan
About how much Money?
About how much Money?
Larry McMahon
Bryan,
Yes, we did have Road Warriors cut the hole in the roof rack around the fan area. It does not impact our ability to walk on the rack. We supplied them with measurements prior to install and it worked out great!
Thanks
Larry
Bryan,
Yes, we did have Road Warriors cut the hole in the roof rack around the fan area. It does not impact our ability to walk on the rack. We supplied them with measurements prior to install and it worked out great!
Thanks
Larry
Bryan Meyer
Did you have Road Warriors cut a hole in the rack for the MAxxAir? If so, does it impact your ability to stand on it?
Did you have Road Warriors cut a hole in the rack for the MAxxAir? If so, does it impact your ability to stand on it?