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lowenbrau said:
http://www.army.gc.ca/1combat_engineers/images/gwagon5.JPG
I was wondering if anybody knows who makes the cover for the rack. I am wanting to find out more about its construction. What material, and if there are similar setups for other rigs. I know this is for a Mercedes LUVW or Galendewagen, but was interested in one for the Safety Devices Rack on my Land Rover Discovery 1. It would be nice to cover gear in harsh conditions, winter ice storms, snow, rain, hail, or dust...
I don't mind fabricating just want to find out more information on the cover and see how it protects the racks contents(How it is strapped down, tucked in, or however it is attached underneath. Unless it just drapes over and hope that nothing comes in from underneath. As far as materials what are suggestions or experiences with fabrics materials. I was thinking Sunbrella maybe if I were to use canvas. For vinyl what specs would be best to use as far as thickness. Or if there are other materials chime in. What type of Mil Specs does the Canadian Military even have on that type of material, would it be chem or bio resistant. I don't know if they have that type of need even for it. I don't need it to be olive drab, wouldn't mind if it was black or a grey or even dark blue (my Discovery is dark blue). I would want the support structure to bolt on so it can be removed when not in use. I would want it to follow the step design of the Discovery and roof rack. I don't mind if it covered equipment on the side of the rack, but would want quick access when needed. I would probably prefer it to cover accessories like a Hi-Lift, shovel, ax, etc. I wouldn't want it to cover front and rear lights though. I would want it to be high enough for Jerry cans and Pelican Cases. Thanks for any suggestions or information provided.
I have this posted in a Galendewagen thread as well in case of any confusion.