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On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 13:17:50 +0900, tm wrote:
Spend the extra money and get on you can sleep in. The apocalypse is nigh. Heck, I'll just get one of those new Costco caskets and solve several concerns with one purchase. |
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"Rich Heimlich" wrote in message
... Guys, The big question I would have with a box is, is it easily removable between trips? I wouldn't want a cargo box if it's a permanent fixture on the vehicle. Second, how the heck are you supposed to really get to it on a van? I guess you just open a side-door and get to it that way? Go with the Box. I'm 5'9" and I can install and remove my Thule Evolution 1800 on my Expedition by myself. It fits nicely in my garage on the rafters. I covered the 2x4s of the rafters with some old towel pieces and I just slide it up there - using a step ladder of course. :-) They have some really clever clamps/U-bolts for clamping the box to the rack - really slick! No tools required. The feature that sold me on the Thule was the ability to open it on both sides. This way, I center it on the vehicle roof and can load/unload from both sides - very useful. I also upgraded the stock rack to a Thule rack because the stock bars are flimsy and I experienced "wobble" at high speeds (over 70) with the stock bars. That was not cool. This box is useful for so many things other than skis. Camping gear, bike gear, luggage and when the kids won't be quiet on those long road trips... just kidding. -- Marty |
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"Marty" wrote in message news:...
"Rich Heimlich" wrote in message ... Guys, The big question I would have with a box is, is it easily removable between trips? I wouldn't want a cargo box if it's a permanent fixture on the vehicle. Second, how the heck are you supposed to really get to it on a van? I guess you just open a side-door and get to it that way? Go with the Box. I'm 5'9" and I can install and remove my Thule Evolution 1800 on my Expedition by myself. It fits nicely in my garage on the rafters. I covered the 2x4s of the rafters with some old towel pieces and I just slide it up there - using a step ladder of course. :-) They have some really clever clamps/U-bolts for clamping the box to the rack - really slick! No tools required. The feature that sold me on the Thule was the ability to open it on both sides. This way, I center it on the vehicle roof and can load/unload from both sides - very useful. Oh yea, for this I do not need a step ladder - just the running/boards or bumper or step up into the door way of the vehicle. -- Marty |
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On Wed, 18 Aug 2004 23:58:17 -0400, Rich Heimlich
wrote: (snipped) What started out as a perceived purchase of about $150 has turned into a major investment. You get used to that after a while. Welcome to the world of skiing. bw |
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Rich Heimlich wrote:
I'm despising summer for the first time in my life and think of little else other than getting back on the slopes. It's literally like Christmas again. I'm not kidding. I've been counting weeks until Thanksgiving when I first trip of the season is due. That's normal. But you won't be a true skier until you suffer from seasonally reversed SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and get clinical depression syndromes in the Spring that last all Summer until the snow returns and once again everything is copacetic. |
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On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 14:47:52 +0900, tm wrote:
1000 gallon concrete septic tanks mounted atop your ... wait, did you say Chrysler? (chort)... van. heheh. Trust me, I'm as nervous about it as possible. We started out looking at Honda Odyssey's, Toyota Sienna's and the like. Meanwhile a family member has owned 3 Dodge Caravan's that he's put tons of miles on and never had a problem. A neighbor who is a car dealer has owned 4 Chrysler/Dodge vans and swears by them (not at them). I haven't bought an American-made car in 20 years. |
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On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 09:06:00 -0700, lal_truckee
wrote: But you won't be a true skier until you suffer from seasonally reversed SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and get clinical depression syndromes in the Spring that last all Summer until the snow returns and once again everything is copacetic. I think if you asked my wife, she'd tell you I'm right in the middle of that. I just keep thinking of places to move where I can ski nearly year-round (not totally as I'd miss some nice weather) and where, perhaps, I can get away from the outrageous property taxes of NJ (in 5 years my property taxes have just about doubled) while many other states pay 1/20th of our taxes for incredible properties on lots of land. |
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On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 09:43:38 -0500, "Marty" wrote:
I also upgraded the stock rack to a Thule rack because the stock bars are flimsy and I experienced "wobble" at high speeds (over 70) with the stock bars. That was not cool. What make of van out of curiosity? Also, did you remove the old bars? |
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Richard Henry wrote:
And it seems to be owrking. I just posted a Bertie there. Looks like you're the new moderator! Congratulations! Dave |
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"Rich Heimlich" wrote in message
... On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 09:43:38 -0500, "Marty" wrote: I also upgraded the stock rack to a Thule rack because the stock bars are flimsy and I experienced "wobble" at high speeds (over 70) with the stock bars. That was not cool. What make of van out of curiosity? Also, did you remove the old bars? Not a van - Ford Expedition. Yes, I removed the stock bars (the aerodynamic looking ones which a really flimsy and only adjustable on the rear bar) and replaced with a Thule rack kit that has mounts that use the stock tracks on the roof. Really nice system. Fully adjustable, stable at any speed (well, that I know of), and easy to install. They even have locks on them. It's expensive stuff, but, it'll last a long, long time. Will be using again this weekend for a camping trip. -- Marty |
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