Cyli asks:
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You do realize that this could take more in time and money than it
would to just buy the Thule racks and extender, right?
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Time for sure! Money, perhaps.

And I'm ever mindful of the fact that, with my complete lack of
woodworking skills, this could all be a huge cock-up. Yes, Cyli, I'm
afraid Very afraid!

Cheers,
Wilf
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