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Subject Topic: Roof Box
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PersonP4ul
13/6/2013 at 4:06pm
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I have one of these  http://www.screwfix.com/p/ratchet-tie-down-strap-hook-8m-x-50mm/18170 and a couple of these  http://www.screwfix.com/p/thorsen-endless-ratchet-strap-5m-x-25mm-2-pieces/34506

and use this  http://www.screwfix.com/p/truck-cargo-net-52-x-70/73953  to make it look even more secure.

Good luck Will



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PersonWill30
13/6/2013 at 4:43pm
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Awesome - I'll have a proper look when i get home from work but that sure should prevent it coming off. Will have to be careful when strapping roof bag to roof box though, too tight and it might crack/strain - too loose and its gonna fly off!


Personnigel58464
13/6/2013 at 6:41pm
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Just get a bigger roof box they go up to 700 litres these days. I have the same issue with a tow bar. I'm about to buy a bigger box. I can fit most things with and I have 2 adults and 2 kids in a golf estate and I've got a large 8 man tent.

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Personalex
13/6/2013 at 10:27pm
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How about a cycle carrier?


PersonWill30
14/6/2013 at 7:35am
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Already got a cycle carrier aswell Alex, but that has 3 bikes on it... Was considering investing in a larger roof box, but decided to go for the towbar & trailer option in October so cant justify the expense of another box for such a short time

I've ordered the roof bag on ebay and also some ratchet straps and a cargo net... watch this space for pics :-)

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PersonP4ul
14/6/2013 at 8:33am
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just keep your eyes open for any low bridges !!! ;-)

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PersonWill30
18/6/2013 at 10:58pm
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So the bag arrived yesterday, attempted to fit, no joy. The straps are far 2 short to fit around the bars with the roof box on there aswell so its back to the drawing board for me :-(

Also tried strapping the roof bag to the cycle carrier, as i'm sure you can imagine that didnt work out either but worth a shot!

Next step is a dry run tomorrow - going to see if i can fit everything in after complete removal of spare wheel, rear seats and anything else that i can unbolt without causing 2 much damage :-)

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Personjablunt
18/6/2013 at 11:59pm
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How about renting a larger roofbox?



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