The main purpose of the UAZ car is to operate in difficult road conditions. Hunting or fishing always requires a lot of necessary things, in this case the expeditionary trunk becomes irreplaceable. Its main advantage is easy installation, and a long service life is also worth noting. At the same time, the car takes on a more modern look thanks to the additional chandelier.

Peculiarities

The one-piece frame of the element provides a significant load capacity. The supports are fixed on the gutter parts, and the trunk itself on the UAZ "Patriot" covers the entire roof of the car and is supplied complete with 10 struts.

The structure consists of transverse parts with a step of 20 cm and is capable of withstanding a weight of up to 150 kg. The top of the bead is made of a round pipe, which is also held along the bottom. In the front part there are fasteners for additional optical elements. Surface painting is performed, as a rule, with a powder technique with anti-corrosion protection.

How to choose

There are many different options that allow you to find the right option for any car. To reduce noise from the air flow, an additional plastic spoiler is installed at the front. You can buy a trunk for a UAZ "Patriot" from companies that manufacture them, in stores and on Internet sites, as well as from authorized dealers. Despite a wide range of models to suit different requirements, customization is ideal when specific requirements are to be met. In this case, you need to pay attention to the manufacturer, he must inspire confidence and have positive recommendations, because the quality of the construction affects safety while driving.

First of all, you need to take measurements and select the desired dimensions of the element. If the UAZ roof rack is made individually, a schematic drawing of the desired result is preliminarily drawn up and, if necessary, finalized together with specialists. It is enough to choose a ready-made option in the store along with the accompanying fasteners.

Installation

The vehicle must be thoroughly washed before installation. The structure is fixed, as a rule, for a long time, and dirt and dust can lead to rust on the body.

In the absence of roof rails, the trunk on the UAZ is fixed to the roof. Can be bolted or welded. In the latter case, the appearance will not differ in aesthetics. When bolted from the inside of the machine, two steel strips about 5 mm long with holes are placed on the ceiling. A special mastic is used for a tighter fixation. Suitable holes are drilled on the outside of the roof and treated with a special anti-corrosion agent.

Plastic elements are laid between the roof and the supports themselves, then the pre-processed parts are pulled together with bolts. In this case, it is necessary to use keys for better fixing.

Trunk for UAZ: additional elements

There are various plugs that cover the openings, which is especially important for the appearance of the cabin. Additional lighting devices can be mounted on both sides of the axes; they will be useful not only on the way, but also when setting up a camp, as well as when overcoming difficult obstacles. On the sides, you can fix or hijack using special rails. In addition, a spare wheel can be secured.

A ladder is often mounted on the rear door in order to simplify the use of the structure. So it will be convenient to climb onto the expedition trunk to load it.

It is worth noting the need to comply with some rules: objects must be placed evenly and carefully fastened, since the car changes its center of gravity when top loaded. Accordingly, special care is required when driving.

Self-production

First you need to decide on the material used, it can be profiled pipes, aluminum profiles, elements made of metal or stainless steel, which are carefully welded around the perimeter. Welding is not able to provide sufficient reliability, because of this, the trunk on the UAZ can be deformed and displaced. Therefore, it is necessary to supplement the base with jumpers placed every 15-20 cm.

For the formation of the sides, profiled pipes or steel sheet are perfect. The design of the side can be performed in two variations - collapsible and cast. Depending on the selected type, fasteners are manufactured.

For removable sides, it is required to create a fastening base, which includes vertical posts and clamps that ensure their connection to the frame. During work, you cannot do without a drill, with the help of it holes are drilled in the mountings and edges of the side.

The last step is grouting, painting the structure and installing additional elements. Now you can try on the trunk on the UAZ "Loaf", while you may have to make some changes and use the straightening tool.

What you need to know

The frame is painted a day after the application of a special primer composition, while it is advisable to use products containing zinc to provide additional anti-corrosion protection. Ordinary enamel can be used as a paintwork.

It is worth noting that the frame can be mounted on gutters or on the roof of the car itself. In the latter case, significant efforts will be required to remove, although the need for such a procedure is extremely rare. Fastening to gutters will ensure easy dismantling of the structure.

In order to make a trunk for an UAZ, you will have to spend only on the materials used. And learning to work with locksmith tools and welding does not take much time. Moreover, the cost of such a frame in a store is several times higher than the cost of independent production.

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My old friend had a "real" trouble - a new trunk, bought in a car dealership together with a UAZ, fell apart after the very first fishing trip!

It was a collapsible version of rectangular and square pipes. The lugs of the side posts are made of steel with a thickness of only 1 mm. The arrangement of the tubes of the luggage rack is longitudinal with fastening with M10 bolts through the main cross-beams, which completely weakened the latter. The support nodes of the cross beams turned out to be wider than the attachment points to the UAZ roof by 20 mm.

In the process of disassembling the trunk for components, the conviction appeared that it was necessary to completely redo it. An improved roof rack design using all original components is shown in the illustration.

The procedure for converting a purchased collapsible trunk into an all-welded one is as follows.

1. Cut off all threaded bushings welded to the pipes.
2. Assemble U-shaped main cross-beams from native parts 1,2,3 to "tack", keeping the size between the supports - 1520 mm, and then weld the seams and align them in size.
3. Connect the cross-beams to the longitudinal ones and, controlling the diagonals, weld the connections.
4. Weld the side and rear sides (parts 4,5,6,7,8,9,10).
5. Having joined the original tubes in pairs, cut to size and weld on the intermediate cross members (item 12) and longitudinal inserts (item 11).
6. Weld the support rods (detail 17) to the flattened support ends (item 3).
7. After the final welding of all seams, carry out the finishing straightening of the product and clean the welded seams.
8. Prime and paint the finished trunk.
If you have the necessary material and experience, you can make a trunk for HUNTERa "from scratch" according to the drawings.

P.s. Save the enlarged picture for a more detailed view of the drawing.

What is the main thing in a trip? That's right, the things necessary for the trip should be at hand. But the question arises - where to ship them? On ordinary cars, a trunk is provided for this. And what about the UAZ Hunter? It would seem that everything is in order here. Behind the rear seats is a fairly large compartment where you can load whatever you want. But ... Most often it is used to create additional space. Indeed, on a hike in a UAZ Hunter, they are usually sent by a company, and the extra space in the cabin is used 100%. And where to download the necessary "little things"? In other cars, a roof rack serves for this purpose. Is it worth it, and is it possible to do something in this regard at the UAZ Hunter? We need to figure it out.

This is the simplest question. The car interior is usually full of people. Many people arrange a kind of "cabinet" from the "stern" part with a folding table, a mini-bar and so on. And UAZ Hunter, whatever one may say, is a car for hunting, fishing and long-distance travel. And here you need to foresee a lot, but you don't really want to sit in the cabin with your feet resting on a rolled-up tent, a fishing cauldron, buckets, and other things a real traveler needs. Dragging a trailer? Well, some people do that too. But most resort to the old, tried-and-true roof rack.

Cons of such a device

1. Aerodynamics.
2. Stability.
3. Risk of loss.

Violation of aerodynamics, and as a result, an increase in consumption. This is the main argument. But in all honesty, we can also say that aerodynamics of the UAZ Hunter is by no means the main quality. And a properly arranged roof rack will not worsen it much.

Stability. Well, of course, if you load 700-800 kilograms of equipment on the roof, then there is no doubt. But if you approach this issue reasonably, and distribute the weight correctly, then its design stability will not even notice 2-3 quintals on the roof. This also includes the risk of “loss”. Everything is in the hands of the owner.

Types of roof racks

They can be conditionally divided into three groups:

1. Closed (streamlined).
2. Open longitudinal.
3. Transverse.

Usually closed trunks are factory products made in the form of streamlined boxes, reminiscent of a boat.

Important! These are often used for foreign-made SUVs. They are beautiful and ergonomic, but most of them are very small.

Open trunks are the most popular. They are easy to manufacture and allow not only to take more cargo, but also to place it more conveniently.

Longitudinal roof racks

This is a rather original version. There are two arches permanently on the roof in the direction of the vehicle. If necessary, transverse beams are attached to them and the load is placed. It is secured with a special spring cable or strong cord.

Attention! The crossbeams are secured with the built-in clamps.

The longitudinal beams are square and bolted to the roof of the UAZ Hunter.

Cross Roof Racks

This is, in principle, a well-known option to all. Removable options are also attached to other types of vehicles that are not SUVs in the same way. The convenience of these units is that they are completely dismantled at a time when they are not needed. In addition, they are usually much lighter than other options due to their design.

Of the minuses, first of all, it should be noted that these roof racks are very fragile. They are made from 2 materials:

• aluminum,
• thin steel rods.

The cross section ranges from 7 to 12 millimeters. It is these roof racks for the UAZ Hunter that they try to do with their own hands, because it is quite simple.

The shape of this part resembles a flat box made of thin walls.

Make a trunk with your own hands

So, the owner decided to show himself as a real traveler and make a place for transporting goods on his own. Fine. Where do you start?

Select the type of part based on the features listed above. Pick up materials and tools. And forward.

Tools

The set of materials is already known. Now for the tools. Here you will need to prepare:

1. circular electric saw for metal;
2. electric welding;
3. sandpaper;
4. hammer.

This is quite enough for the manufacture of the device.

Attention! If, nevertheless, it is decided to make a trunk with a longitudinal mount, you will need a drill.

Manufacturing process

Now the main thing is the correct calculation. Accurately measure the distance between the lugs on the roof to which the roof rack can be attached. After that, cut from a rod with a thickness of at least 10 mm. Two main arcs and weld fastening clamps to them. You shouldn't be smart with them. Better to buy ready-made. After that, cut the segments that will make up the "bottom" of this basket. Weld them at an equal distance. Along the perimeter of the resulting "rectangle" scald with a single rod and close. Now weld the same “square” (of exactly this size) and weld it on thin connecting pieces. The length of these pieces will be the height of the trunk side of the UAZ Hunter.

It remains to carefully process with sandpaper (after complete cooling from welding), and paint over. For special connoisseurs, the surface of the product can be chrome-plated as an option. Can be installed on the roof and try to load.

Longitudinal roof rack manufacturing

Everything here, on the one hand, is even simpler. The tools are the same, only a square metal profile is taken as a material, two "arcs" are bent out of it to fix the UAZ Hunter on the roof. Holes are drilled in the roof to secure the neatly flattened ends of these "arcs" with similar holes. After that, after the "design" processing, that is, painting, the arcs are firmly fixed in place.

After that, a frame is prepared, which will be attached to these arcs. This is already a matter of the imagination of the owner of the car. In principle, there are no special restrictions here. The simplest and most popular option is a set of aluminum rails with fasteners. During assembly, they can be positioned with different distances between them. Their convenience is that they are conveniently and compactly stored. You can do it right in the UAZ Hunter's cabin, and as an option, you can make a removable basket according to the principle of a transverse trunk. The main thing is that the anchoring points coincide.

By the way! In a similar way, you can arrange two transverse arcs, as shown with the factory-made version in the video.

Outcome

In principle, there is nothing particularly difficult in making this device with your own hands. Well, whoever doesn't want to mess around with extra hours with metal, welding and tools, you can safely purchase this "device" in any specialized car store. Well, or buy in chain stores. And install it yourself. Well, when the issue of additional space for cargo on the UAZ Hunter is resolved, you can safely go on an exciting journey with confidence in your supplies.

And, as usual, a useful video on this topic:

The roof rack installed on the roof of the UAZ Loaf will accommodate most of the things, ensuring the comfort of passengers.

If the trunk is used irregularly or there is no desire to spend money on its purchase, you can make it with your own hands from scrap materials that every motorist probably has in the garage.

Trunk on a UAZ loaf with your own hands drawings

Due to its spaciousness and high cross-country ability, the Loaf is considered an excellent expedition vehicle. However, during long journeys, expeditions or travels, a comfortable stay of passengers in the cabin is possible only when there is a minimum of things in it.

On the expeditionary luggage carrier, you can not only carry a large amount of cargo, but also place oversized cargo that exceeds the size of the cabin. It should be noted that the trunk on the Loaf also has a protective function.

The trunk protects the roof of the car from blows from branches.

The roof rack is mounted on fasteners that are placed so that the pressure from the load on the body is minimized. Therefore, even when fully loaded, the weight of the load does not deform the roof. You can also put additional equipment on the expeditionary trunk: a searchlight for illuminating the road, an antenna, etc.

To make a trunk with your own hands for a loaf, you will need drawings, which you can see below.

Dimensions (edit)

When you start making the roof rack, you need to measure the roof and mark where the supports will be placed. Only after that you can think over the design of the future accessory, draw a drawing, calculate the weight of the trunk.

That is, by the beginning of work, the master should have in his hands:

• measurements taken;
• calculated frame weight;
• the total weight of all parts of the trunk.

The total weight of the rack is important for design. It depends on the material used.

1. Aluminum- an excellent material for making a structure: it is durable, lightweight, strong, flexible, etc.
2. Alternatively, you can use shaped thin-walled pipes which also weigh a little.
3. Another simple option is stainless steel or plain metal stripes... These materials are heavy but easy to handle.

The standard dimensions of the trunk for a loaf can be taken as follows:

• total length of the structure - 3650 mm .;
• rear width - one and a half meters;
• front width - 1400 mm .;
• the longitudinal rib runs along the center of the structure;
• transverse stiffeners can be run with an equal distance between them of 566 mm.

Someone makes a roof rack with dimensions corresponding to the roof, for someone it is more convenient to make a smaller structure: for example, 2160 mm long, 1200 wide both front and back.

The distance between the stiffeners in this case is calculated differently. In order for the load to be evenly distributed over the roof, at least 8 supports must be made.

Expedition rack for UAZ loaf

First, the lower trunk frame with stiffening ribs is welded, then the upper retaining perimeter. To improve the aerodynamics of the structure in front, either a narrowing of the structure is made, or the corners of the frame are rounded.

Yes, you will be glad. We are glad until you see the price tag. Another thing is an expeditionary trunk with your own hands. It is necessary, however, to think over a few questions about the shape and weight of the cargo that you are going to transport.

Materials and market trends

We present to you the main contender for the standing ovation - aluminum. Aluminum sheets are lightweight and difficult to bend or puncture.

More often, the owners of domestic cars want to do this kind of work with their own hands. Take, for example, a Niva or UAZ roof rack. A suitable material for the construction will be a profile thin-walled pipe. In other cases, ferrous metal or stainless steel are possible, as well as many others.

Step-by-step manufacturing instructions

As an example, let's take a luggage rack made from a metal profile.

We measure the length and width of the roof. We need to find out the weight of the future structure, taking into account the material and the measured parameters. How to do it? Microsoft Excel to help you. The weight of the structure will be shown immediately after all characteristics have been recorded.

We will weld the perimeter of the future trunk, and at an equal distance inside the perimeter we weld two jumpers that will "hold" the structure. Roof rails will be installed to these jumpers, and we will already connect the platform to the rails. After the main intermediate jumpers, for greater strength. This completes the collection of the supporting frame.

Further, the profile pipe comes into play. It will serve as a connecting element between all the jumpers. For the aesthetics and aerodynamics of the luggage compartment, a roll bar is installed at the front of the structure. There should be a sector in the places of its bend, and at the edge - a 5 cm overlap. Weld the arc with the front part of the surface, and also add jumpers.

What is an expeditionary trunk without boards? It is advisable to make removable sides in order to change them as needed. The sides will be attached to the holes that need to be scalded and plugged with bushings. This will eliminate the deformation of the profile when tightening the bolts.

Now how to make the boards themselves. We need 8 racks, each about 6.5 cm long. The fastening pin can be welded only when between two holes, which we will do. After drilling two holes, weld the stud.

Side top bar

Have you forgotten how we flexed the front arch? We also bend the side top bar. One, the other. Next, we weld the sleeve to the bending point of the crossbar from the side, so that the upper part of the front crossbar is securely fixed.

That's almost all the work is done. The hour has come for creative motorists. You need to paint the whole structure, give it a little style. To avoid rusting, we advise you to apply a layer of primer, and only then think about the paint. Among soil solutions, the most resistant to salt influences is soil, which contains zinc.

After applying a layer of primer, you should wait at least a day, and then use ordinary enamel and apply the desired color. Many people do not like the way the bolts look at the joints of the structure. To avoid an ugly look, you can put decorative nuts in these places. So much for a modern trunk.

What else to add?

The main function of the roof rack is to save space inside. With the installation of additional equipment, you can expand its functionality.

1. "" - lanterns that will illuminate the road even better.
2. The inner and outer sides have room for a hijack and a shovel. Oh, how happy the gardeners will be.
3. If you often drive through overgrown areas, such as forests, you can install branch baffles. They will protect the glass from damage.

Do not forget also that the expeditionary protects the roof itself well from dents. As you can see, such a rack can be a good tool not only to save space, but also to install useful equipment. In addition, in addition to the luggage racks themselves, other structures can be attached to the rails for transporting fishing or hunting equipment.

As you can see, making a trunk with your own hands is real. Large Mitsubishi L200s require a side ladder. For small foreign cars, a reinforced frame will be enough.

The SUV of the Ulyanovsk plant is equipped with longitudinal arches or rails. But not every UAZ Patriot model is equipped with such a device. More details about the rails on the UAZ Patriot can be found here (link to the site). Today we will pay attention to the roof rack of the UAZ Patriot SUV. There are four types of roof racks for an SUV:

• sports;
• tourist or expeditionary;
• country or household;
• autobox.

Today we will pay attention to the expeditionary roof rack for an off-road vehicle. What is it, how is it installed and is it possible to do it yourself at home? It is these questions that we will consider in this material.

Expeditionary luggage carrier is intended, first of all, in order to be able to transport goods of a predominantly expeditionary nature. Such loads include various tools, devices, tents, etc. The expeditionary version must necessarily have a structure in the form of a lattice bottom with sides. What is it for? The lattice bottom will allow you to transport things or objects on it without additional securing. The sides are also intended to prevent the load from falling out of the trunk, therefore, these conditions are mandatory for this version of the product.

To date, the car markets are overflowing with various options for expeditionary vehicles for the UAZ Patriot SUV. You can find both domestic species, and foreign, and home-made, and factory. But which ones to choose? Product selection should be based on the following criteria:

• material from which the product is made;
• product shape;
• build quality. If the welds are clearly visible or the steel from which the trunk is assembled is too thin, then it is better not to buy such a unit, as you will suffer more;
• installation method. According to the installation method, the following roof rack options are distinguished:
  • Fastening to roof rails. The easiest and most common installation method. It is enough to install and fix the product. There is no need to perform any additional work: drilling, cutting, etc.
  • Installation on gutters. This type of fastening is also one of the simplest, but less reliable than the following.
  • Installation in roof mountings. For this, holes are made in the roof of the car, and the trunk is installed. This mounting option is as reliable as possible, but it requires drilling the roof, which negatively affects the design of the car.

So, fastening to the rails is carried out using special brackets. This option is acceptable for those who do not want to spoil the structure of the car and try to avoid drilling the body part. The downside of such an attachment is the design - the trunk, which is attached to the rails, does not look very nice.

Installation on roof rails

Installation of the product on the gutters

The UAZ Patriot SUV, however, like many domestically produced cars, is equipped with special grooves on the roof, which are called gutters. Foreign-made cars have long ago moved away from such a device, but the essence of these gutters is that it is in this groove that the expeditionary trunk can be fixed completely freely.

Fixation is carried out using special L-shaped brackets. This mounting option also does not require breaking the roof structure, therefore it is also popular. But there is also a minus for this mounting option, which lies in the unreliability of the fastening. That is, it is possible that the trunk will not vomit under the influence of a large load. Therefore, it is very important not to overload it.

DIY expedition gutter rack

If you can't find a trunk that is attached to the gutters or the options for such products are not at all what you imagine, then you should not despair. You can solve the problem by making the unit yourself. You will, of course, need the help of a welder, but first you should sketch out a rough diagram on a piece of paper. The final drawing should be handed over to the welder along with the material. So, we will not dwell on the form of the product itself, but consider what the brackets of the expeditionary luggage carrier for the gutters are.

To begin with, the thickness of the steel of the brackets is selected. It is desirable that it be at least 2mm and not more than 4mm. Only three different elements are required:

1. Support plate;
2. Clamping plate;
3. L-shaped bracket.

The photo below shows an example of these details.

After such parts are ready, you will need to connect them to the main structure of the trunk and install them in the gutters. As a result, you will get such a variant of the expeditionary luggage rack for the UAZ Patriot, which is fixed in the gutters.

Everything is very simple, but the only thing that is important to consider when installing with your own hands is the installation of rubber spacers between the trunk brackets and the roof. This is necessary in order not to damage the car body.

The most popular variant of the "expeditionary" is the expeditionary RIF trunk for the UAZ Patriot, which also has a method of installation by means of gutters. The quality of the RIF is quite high, it even withstands the maximum permissible mass, but as practice shows, they hand over gutters. The dimensions of the reef are 1200x1900mm, which perfectly positions the product on the roof. Additionally, lighting can be installed on the trunk.

Roof mount

Mounting a roof rack in the car's roof is the most reliable option, since there is practically no chance that the product may get lost on the go. Only one drawback is the need to drill holes in the roof. If you had standard roof rails, then many trunks are designed specifically for these mounts. But if the standard crossbars are not installed from the factory, then the fixing option is solved by making holes with your own hands. This process is simple, but requires the removal of the roof sheathing inside the passenger compartment.

After removing the roof sheathing, holes in the roof of the required diameter are marked and drilled. Holes are drilled from the inside (in the inner frame) with a roller cutter. This is necessary in order to fix the product with nuts. It is imperative that before installing the product on the roof, it is necessary to install rubber spacers in the place of fastenings so as not to damage the paint and prevent corrosion of the roof.

Disadvantages of Expedition Racks

So, we examined the main purpose of this unit for the UAZ Patriot SUV, how it is installed and what mounting options are available. In addition to all the advantages, "expeditionaries" also have some drawbacks, so it is simply irrational to ride with it on the roof without using it. The disadvantages include:

1. Reduced aerodynamic performance. The trunk, with its massive structure, is simply an obstacle to headwinds, so it slows down the car and reduces aerodynamic properties.
2. The deterioration in aerodynamics leads to an increase in fuel consumption. The larger the volume of the transported cargo, the greater the fuel consumption.
3. If the mount is made poorly, then this leads to a deterioration in sound insulation.
4. Impairment of vehicle handling due to improper weight distribution.

Therefore, based on the foregoing, it should be concluded that it is best to install the trunk if necessary. Therefore, its fasteners must be mobile, that is, it must be easily and quickly removed. The best mount options are:

• by means of roof rails;
• into the gutters.

Thus, making the right decision, you will protect yourself from unnecessary and unnecessary additional costs for gasoline and spare parts.

How often does your Patriot break down?

The roof rack has a huge number of benefits. The main tasks that he performs:

• Creates space for transporting additional items and accessories.
• Provides a base for the installation of additional lighting fixtures and also protects the roof from damage.

Speaking of the advantages, the disadvantages of this design cannot be noted:

• Vehicle aerodynamics are significantly impaired, resulting in fuel consumption.
• In some cases, when gross errors are made, noise insulation and controllability deteriorate.

Roof rack

What is the trunk made of?

To make a do-it-yourself luggage base, you will need material for its manufacture. The best solution would be metal, the weight of which is light but strong. For the design, the best option would be:

• Aluminum.
• Stainless steel.
• Profile tube.

Many car owners believe that aluminum is a suitable material for making a do-it-yourself trunk frame. It is lightweight, weatherproof and rustproof. Using aluminum, you can make the construction of the most daring decisions.

Strong and flexible steel sheets - what else do you need to achieve a quality construction? The disadvantage is the weight, which significantly exceeds the mass of aluminum and shaped tube.

Profile pipe

The thin-walled profile tube is often used as a material for the "domestic type" luggage compartment.

After choosing the right material for the structure, we proceed to the stage of measurements and calculations with our own hands. Here the weight, dimensions, necessary elements for the future structure and the approximate cost are determined.

Carrying out measurements for the roof rack

First, we measure the width and length of the car roof. Then we can use serial ones or make our own drawing, which takes into account:

• The basis of the design.
• Frame.
• Amplifiers for construction (jumpers).
• Boards.

Trunk diagram

Manufacturing steps:

Attention: so that the body paint is not damaged during the installation and operation of the structure on the roof, we glue special rubber bands under the mounting posts.

If you wish, you can make additional parts for the "Hunter", which you will need during operation. For example, a streamlined front body that will provide better resistance when driving at high speeds.

Required tools:

• Drill.
• Bulgarian.
• Measurement equipment.
• Scissors.
• Welding equipment.
• Rubber.
• Cardboard.
• Adhesive composition.
• Dye.

Trunk for UAZ Hunter

Second manufacturing method:

• We make measurements on the roof of the "Hunter" with our own hands, with the help of the "grinder" we make blanks for the lintels from a steel corner.
• We create a template of cardboard stands for installation of the structure. First, we apply the cut template to a metal sheet, then cut it out along the edging.
• Using welding, we install the crossbar. We take measurements on the roof to determine the stability of the trunk.
• Using cardboard, create a new template that will reflect the shape of the side mounting holes in the trunk.
• We attach the structure to the roof for measurements. We mark the holes for the end mountings of the trunk to the support racks of the "Hunter". We take a drill and drill the previously marked places on the structure and use the drawing for verification. Install the mounting bolts.
• We use emery cloth for cleaning seams and other metal parts. We clean and allow time to dry after degreasing. To paint the structure, you can use either a simple metal paint or use a spray can, which will speed up the painting process itself, as well as the drying time.

The roof rack has a huge number of benefits. The main tasks that he performs:

• Creates space for transporting additional items and accessories.
• Provides a base for the installation of additional lighting fixtures and also protects the roof from damage.

Speaking of the advantages, the disadvantages of this design cannot be noted:

• Vehicle aerodynamics are significantly impaired, resulting in fuel consumption.
• In some cases, when gross errors are made, noise insulation and controllability deteriorate.

What is the trunk made of?

To make a do-it-yourself luggage base, you will need material for its manufacture. The best solution would be metal, the weight of which is light but strong. For the design, the best option would be:

• Aluminum.
• Stainless steel.
• Profile tube.

Many car owners believe that aluminum is a suitable material for making a do-it-yourself trunk frame. It is lightweight, weatherproof and rustproof. Using aluminum, you can make the construction of the most daring decisions.

Strong and flexible steel sheets - what else do you need to achieve a quality construction? The disadvantage is the weight, which significantly exceeds the mass of aluminum and shaped tube.

The thin-walled profile tube is often used as a material for the "domestic type" luggage compartment.

After choosing the right material for the structure, we proceed to the stage of measurements and calculations with our own hands. Here the weight, dimensions, necessary elements for the future structure and the approximate cost are determined.

Carrying out measurements for the roof rack

First, we measure the width and length of the car roof. Then we can use serial ones or make our own drawing, which takes into account:

• The basis of the design.
• Frame.
• Amplifiers for construction (jumpers).
• Boards.

Manufacturing steps:

Attention: so that the body paint is not damaged during the installation and operation of the structure on the roof, we glue special rubber bands under the mounting posts.

If you wish, you can make additional parts for the "Hunter", which you will need during operation. For example, a streamlined front body that will provide better resistance when driving at high speeds.

Required tools:

• Drill.
• Bulgarian.
• Measurement equipment.
• Scissors.
• Welding equipment.
• Rubber.
• Cardboard.
• Adhesive composition.
• Dye.

Second manufacturing method:

• We make measurements on the roof of the "Hunter" with our own hands, with the help of the "grinder" we make blanks for the lintels from a steel corner.
• We create a template of cardboard stands for installation of the structure. First, we apply the cut template to a metal sheet, then cut it out along the edging.
• Using welding, we install the crossbar. We take measurements on the roof to determine the stability of the trunk.
• Using cardboard, create a new template that will reflect the shape of the side mounting holes in the trunk.
• We attach the structure to the roof for measurements. We mark the holes for the end mountings of the trunk to the support racks of the "Hunter". We take a drill and drill the previously marked places on the structure and use the drawing for verification. Install the mounting bolts.
• We use emery cloth for cleaning seams and other metal parts. We clean and allow time to dry after degreasing. To paint the structure, you can use either a simple metal paint or use a spray can, which will speed up the painting process itself, as well as the drying time.