Michael Daly wrote:
On 18-Mar-2005, "BCITORGB" wrote:


See what you think about this: I cut deep into the 2x6 crosspiece
(rectangular cut) and then create a sling using a fairly wide webbing
strap (perhaps 1.5" wide to correspond to the 1.5" cross-section of the
2x6).


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PROGRESS REPORT

The sling idea bit the dust, as the hull-shaped cuts into the 2x6's
worked quite well.

Today I u-bolted the roof contraption onto the factory r-rack. Not
elegant (a function of my lack of woodworking skills), but when you're
working with 2x6's and 2x4's, there's room for some error and elegance
goes out the window (I find solace in "form follows function" -- it
functions).

What impressed me, once I got the frame bolted down, was that there was
absolutely no squeaking (which I had anticipated). I had thought that
the 2x4-on-roof-interface would "squeack".

In the case of my roof, there are 4 "channels" lengthwise along the
roof. I have constructd the frame in such a way so as to have the 2x4
logitudinal pieces fit into these channels (luckily, these channels are
just over 1.5" wide, so a very nice fit).

Once I'd mounted the frame, I decided that wing-nuts were what were
required for the u-bolts -- another trip to the hardware store...

Next project: glue the foam rubber to the hull-shaped cut-outs in the
2x6 cross pieces. So, a question to all of you who have had a part in
this design: what's the best glue for attaching foam rubber to wood?
Ordinary wood glue?

As I look at this thing you guys had me create, I realize an added
benefit. With 4 corner posts, mounted somewhere in the yard, the frame
will also serve as a place on which to "store" the kayak when it's not
on the van. Pure genius, people.

Thanks.

Wilf
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Mike