>The solution is to 1) ignore their weight limitations as being put there for >insurance reasons, 2) reinforce their basic bracket by adding some metal >under the pop top to distribute the load around better, or 3) add a 3rd or >4th cross bar. >I do a little of #1 and a little of #2.
Derek: Could you give a little more detail regarding your #2 solution? Also - for all Vanagon rack users - have you resorted to carrying a ladder with you, or is there some clever scheme to getting boards/bikes on and off without one? The folding ladders in the new Camping World catalog have caught my eye, and I'm trying to figure out a clever place to store one, but I'd rather avoid the whole thing if possible. Paul puusital@adobe.com
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