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DL wagon roof racks[ALL/1998] posted by Bruce on
Friday, 25 July 1997, at 1:40 a.m.
I am planning to purchase a 1980 DL wagon without a roof rack. Is it possible to add a roof rack to this car? can i get one from salvage yards?
Re: DL wagon roof racks[ALL/1998] posted by Stoney on
Friday, 25 July 1997, at 7:50 a.m.
Yes you can fit a no roof rack 245 with a rack, I believe the mounts are inetral to all wagons. The problem is drilling the holes in proper locations, aand the proper use of gasketing and a liberal amount of mastic/putty to seal the openongs against water leaks.
Try the link below for a rack, and I recommend you talk to a local body shop about the mounting work as they may have more/better tools and experience. Unless you feel REALLY proficent, get a pro.
While you are at it check the tailgate wiring that passes thru the hinges, as it has a habit of developing cracks/breaks in the wire strands and ground wires.
B&D Parts Online
Re: DL wagon roof racks[ALL/1998] posted by Tom Marlowe on
Friday, 25 July 1997, at 6:54 p.m.
I've got a rackless 83 240.....I use a Yakima rack for all my stuff..bikes, canoe, skis, ladders...ya know...stuff..
Been really pleased with it...easy on and off....no holes...works with rain gutters.....
I've also used in on my wife's 87 740..
Later
Tom
Re: DL wagon roof racks[ALL/1998] posted by Tom Brittain on
Saturday, 26 July 1997, at 1:42 a.m.
I have a '79 265 that I'm parting. The rack is in pretty good shape, and I'd ship it to you collect if you're interested. I'm in central Washington state.
Regards,
Tom