Calmini Safari Rack for Xterra pics?

[travii99]

Just curious if anyone has gotten the big rack that replaces the stock rack. If so, I would like to see what it looks like. There are only a few pics on the web and they are all from the same angle. If anyone has any, maybe you could toss them out here. Thanx, Im debating getting one, but want to make sure it looks ok first..

[cmxterra]

Here are some pics ..











That help any?

[travii99]

Thanks, that looks better than I thought. Tell me, is there more wind noise with this rack? Does it produce noticeable drag? And, is there a suggested weight limit for the rack? And, yes, another question, did you install it yourself and was it easy if you did?

[cmxterra]

There is no added wind noise that I have heard. And as far as drag goes... I have not noticed a drop in MPG (actually I have had a gain due to the switch from my previous set up)

It can be installed my a single person. No special tools are needed (save the torx screw to remove your factory rack) It is recommended to have someone help you place it of the roof as it can be a bit of a handful to lift and maneuver.

As for the weight it can hold. I would say that due to the all steel construction that it will hold several hundred pounds without problems (definatly more than the factory alumnium rack). However.. be carefull putting that much weight on top of an already top heavy vehicle.