humitex Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 Hello everyone, Hope the photos are clear enough! Last night I decided to create a little extra space in my TC...since all the floor space is valuable and I carry a step ladder and cart, I decided to be creative. If you are interested...I can box up and ship this custom rack for about $240...well, not mine...I'd make one for you! You may be able to get the parts yourself...but I cut the rack to size. JK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madlock Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 Nicely done. It looks like the Hyloft shelves I use across the ceiling of my garage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humitex Posted January 14, 2010 Author Share Posted January 14, 2010 Nicely done. It looks like the Hyloft shelves I use across the ceiling of my garage. LOL.....that is great!! Thought I'd get a good laugh from my post! Indeed it is the same system that is in your garage...purchased from Home Depot for $60....hope everyone knew I was kidding about the price..LOL I've had it installed now for a few days and it is awesome! no rattles or squeeks! JK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooot Posted January 15, 2010 Share Posted January 15, 2010 Great Idea. I was thinking of doing a collapsible sleeping rack in the same fashion. How did you anchor your rack? Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humitex Posted January 15, 2010 Author Share Posted January 15, 2010 Great Idea. I was thinking of doing a collapsible sleeping rack in the same fashion. How did you anchor your rack? Scott The install took about 1.5 hours to install...from start to finish. I used sheet metal zip screws into the roof frame, one on each corner, then bent the supplied extender bars to match the contour of the truck then secured them to the body of the truck using the same screws. The rack is very sturdy and is being used to hold a step ladder and cart, and I have a hand truck secured under the rack using bungee cords. I just added another piece today...I needed a place to store my non-slip shoe covers and my metal invoice clip board..so I installed a wire shelf and secured with 12lb tie wraps...looks great, plenty of space and it was only 12 bucks. jk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooot Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Thanks, I've been exploring the idea of putting in Anchor points to hang a suspension mat for a bed. Kicking around ideas. I like the floor mounts rings - i might just get two more of those and anchor into the posts.. s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Very cool! From your experience, could a smaller version be easily done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humitex Posted January 22, 2010 Author Share Posted January 22, 2010 Very cool! From your experience, could a smaller version be easily done? Willie, I'm sure you can make it smaller...you can shorten the unit that I installed, but I find the extra space very useful. I just ordered a 14 inch drop down screen and will use my IPOD to play movies for my kids when they come along for a ride. justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 [Thanks for the reply. You're a creative guy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spelare97 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Hey humitex- Can't see your pics. Just joined the group; just bought an XLT the day after Christmas for my wife's art business and have been looking for overhead rack ideas. I see Hyloft racks online, but would sure like to see your custom job. Thanks. Phil Raleigh, NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottacus1100 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Yeah I can't see the pictures either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humitex Posted February 3, 2010 Author Share Posted February 3, 2010 Yeah I can't see the pictures either Sorry Guys, The photos were there..until I added other pics. They only allow so many pics, so I had to delete the rack photos. I'll put them back on JK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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