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Old 01-05-2014, 05:01 PM   #1
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CARPAC roof rack

Is anyone using a CARPAC roof rack on their suburban? If so, what are the dimensions of the rack? I am looking for a roof rack for my burb! Thanks, Jim
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Old 01-05-2014, 05:09 PM   #2
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

I have had several and would think the 6 footer would look the best. The 8 footer is really longer looking than measured if that makes sense. I tried to get one on my 50 burb but the roof contour is too dramatic to work with the floating feet. My 55 wagon sported a 5 footer and looked good.

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Old 01-05-2014, 05:25 PM   #3
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

I moved this to the Burb section for you
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Old 01-05-2014, 05:38 PM   #4
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What about the width? Jim
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Old 01-08-2014, 02:11 AM   #5
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

I have one that's 5ft x 3 1/2 ft.

I found it after I had already made my own cheap copy, which is longer and wider. It uses three suction cups and straps which I will replace with those lock down brackets.
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Old 01-08-2014, 02:28 AM   #6
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

A few more pics; It seems too small and then depending on the angle it looks OK.
I think the pedestals are supposed to sit on the curve of the roof, but it seems sturdy enough. It's more for looks then actually carrying anything of real weight; Surfboard or ?
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Looks great!! Thanks for sharing the pics!! Jim
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Old 01-08-2014, 10:43 AM   #8
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

great looking GMC Suburban Music Man !!
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Thank you 60-66!
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Old 01-08-2014, 06:56 PM   #10
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

What are the details on that one ? Looks pretty stock 1960 1961 ?
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Old 01-08-2014, 07:15 PM   #11
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Re: CARPAC roof rack

Yes, it's a 1961 and it's mostly stock GMC V6 with the exception of an overdrive NP440, PB, PS and some quasi-stock looking upgrades. Bought it on EBay awhile back (2007). I'm going back to the 15 steel wheels.
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Old 10-04-2014, 05:56 PM   #12
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I just listed a carter carpac roof rack for sale in michelaneous for sale section. 73x39 longer one. Matt
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looking for the floating feet if anyone has any for sale. I have an original carpac canvas luggage cover bag for trade.
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Call Michael at CLASSIC RACKS 209-247-5837 in WA state. He bought out all of the old inventory and is building new racks. He has the parts. J
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Old 11-21-2015, 12:18 PM   #15
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Thank you. I have spoken to him. His price is $120 per foot. I was hoping to trade for original parts. Matt
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