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Eezi-Awn K9 Roof Racks, Accessories, Applications, Q&A
I have started this thread with the intention of giving the ExPo forum a venue to view the new Eezi-Awn K9 Roof Rack Systems and accessories, see some the standard and custom applications, and ask questions about the system. It is also for individuals to share their K9 rack photos and impressions of the system. As time goes on we will be launching new applications and accessories, and will share them here as well.
Eezi-Awn is internationally known as the benchmark in roof top tents. They have returned to producing roof racks with the introduction of the K9 Series. With decades of real world experience, not only traveling but building the best expedition equipment available, Eezi-Awn knows what an expedition roof rack should be. And this is it.
Rack Concept
The goal of the K9 Rack System is to be an expedition grade rack platform, providing a very strong, light weight, low profile, aerodynamic and modular storage extension to any vehicle. The platforms are all aluminum extrusion, fully welded, anodized and powder coated. They are designed with a front to back slotted slat surface to provide an infinite amount of mounting options. The edges of the platform also include a slot for mounting equipment. Because of this capacity, a side rail is not necessary. The platform is mounted to a vehicle by either a gutter mount leg, or by a rail mounted foot. For gutterless applications, an aluminum rail is mounted to the vehicle, and the feet slide into the rail.
Specs
The platform is only 1-3/8" high, and is available in 1250mm (50") and 1400mm (55") widths. Several lengths are available for different applications. Gutter mount legs provide 5-3/4" to 6-1/4" clearance or 8" to 9" clearance, designed to clear most any roof from a Toyota 70 Series to a high roof Discovery 1 or 2. The rail/feet systems clear from 3" to 5-1/4" (3 foot sizes) for gutterless systems like the Land Cruiser 100 or 200 Series, or the LR3/LR4. On average, an entire rack system will weigh less than 60 pounds while capable of managing a roof top tent, fuel storage, or use as a walking platform.
Standard and Custom applications
The 2 widths available cover a wide range of typical applications. The narrower platforms are used on midsized SUVs and trucks such as the 4Runner, Tacoma, and Pathfinder. The wider platforms fit the entire line of Land Cruisers as well as the Wrangler, Defender, Discovery and LR4. And we have standardized kits for these vehicles. But what makes the K9 Roof Rack System unique is it's ability to customize to most any application. All of the components are available individually. Universal rail is available to be drilled to your unique need. Feet and rail can be applied to give you a rack system not available anywhere else.
Versatility
The K9 rack offers a completely flat mounting surface. It is the optimal surface for a roof top tent. It also allows you to attach and remove anything quickly and without modification to the rack. Simply use 8mm and 6mm hex headed bolts to locate and secure any gear you want.
Accessories
The K9 system has a range of accessories that is expanding all the time. We currently have accessory adapter brackets for the side of the platform, allowing you to vertically mount equipment and awnings to the edge. We have 3 sizes of stainless/aluminum tables, that store underneath the platform and above your roof line. Stainless steel tie down rings in two sizes attach anywhere you want. A list of accessories including dual can holders, axe, shovel and hi lift mounts, and a spare tire mount out due out later this year.
You can find out a lot more about the K9 System by clicking here and navigating to through the options in the left channel of the page.
http://www.equipt1.com/companies/eezi-awn-k9
Comments and Questions
We encourage you to let us know your comments and questions about this unique roof rack system. And please share your photos of your K9 racks. We are excited about this system and look forward to sharing more as we go.
Cheers,
I have started this thread with the intention of giving the ExPo forum a venue to view the new Eezi-Awn K9 Roof Rack Systems and accessories, see some the standard and custom applications, and ask questions about the system. It is also for individuals to share their K9 rack photos and impressions of the system. As time goes on we will be launching new applications and accessories, and will share them here as well.
Eezi-Awn is internationally known as the benchmark in roof top tents. They have returned to producing roof racks with the introduction of the K9 Series. With decades of real world experience, not only traveling but building the best expedition equipment available, Eezi-Awn knows what an expedition roof rack should be. And this is it.
Rack Concept
The goal of the K9 Rack System is to be an expedition grade rack platform, providing a very strong, light weight, low profile, aerodynamic and modular storage extension to any vehicle. The platforms are all aluminum extrusion, fully welded, anodized and powder coated. They are designed with a front to back slotted slat surface to provide an infinite amount of mounting options. The edges of the platform also include a slot for mounting equipment. Because of this capacity, a side rail is not necessary. The platform is mounted to a vehicle by either a gutter mount leg, or by a rail mounted foot. For gutterless applications, an aluminum rail is mounted to the vehicle, and the feet slide into the rail.
Specs
The platform is only 1-3/8" high, and is available in 1250mm (50") and 1400mm (55") widths. Several lengths are available for different applications. Gutter mount legs provide 5-3/4" to 6-1/4" clearance or 8" to 9" clearance, designed to clear most any roof from a Toyota 70 Series to a high roof Discovery 1 or 2. The rail/feet systems clear from 3" to 5-1/4" (3 foot sizes) for gutterless systems like the Land Cruiser 100 or 200 Series, or the LR3/LR4. On average, an entire rack system will weigh less than 60 pounds while capable of managing a roof top tent, fuel storage, or use as a walking platform.
Standard and Custom applications
The 2 widths available cover a wide range of typical applications. The narrower platforms are used on midsized SUVs and trucks such as the 4Runner, Tacoma, and Pathfinder. The wider platforms fit the entire line of Land Cruisers as well as the Wrangler, Defender, Discovery and LR4. And we have standardized kits for these vehicles. But what makes the K9 Roof Rack System unique is it's ability to customize to most any application. All of the components are available individually. Universal rail is available to be drilled to your unique need. Feet and rail can be applied to give you a rack system not available anywhere else.
Versatility
The K9 rack offers a completely flat mounting surface. It is the optimal surface for a roof top tent. It also allows you to attach and remove anything quickly and without modification to the rack. Simply use 8mm and 6mm hex headed bolts to locate and secure any gear you want.
Accessories
The K9 system has a range of accessories that is expanding all the time. We currently have accessory adapter brackets for the side of the platform, allowing you to vertically mount equipment and awnings to the edge. We have 3 sizes of stainless/aluminum tables, that store underneath the platform and above your roof line. Stainless steel tie down rings in two sizes attach anywhere you want. A list of accessories including dual can holders, axe, shovel and hi lift mounts, and a spare tire mount out due out later this year.
You can find out a lot more about the K9 System by clicking here and navigating to through the options in the left channel of the page.
http://www.equipt1.com/companies/eezi-awn-k9
Comments and Questions
We encourage you to let us know your comments and questions about this unique roof rack system. And please share your photos of your K9 racks. We are excited about this system and look forward to sharing more as we go.
Cheers,