how much weight can our car support?

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Jul 25, 2004

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how much weight can our car support?

hi,

I have a technical question:

How much eight can the top of our car support? That is, can I pus a TV (65 Kg), or a canoe on the top without it collapsing?

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Jul 26, 2004

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well it has to hold the wait of the car if it roles over. But you might get a dent in the top of your car if you put a big *** tv on it. A canoe is different, cause the weight is distributed differently.

Jul 26, 2004

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weight problem

Actually I am planning to carry a 32" TV...I estimate it to be 70Kg...

of course I will try to put a triangular stand (those you can get from IKEA) and some soft layer on the car top before putting the TV on.

So, will I avoid dent? or should I better just spend 30$ to ask the store to ship it?

thanks a lot

Jul 26, 2004

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spend the 30 dollars!!!! PLEASE!!!

Jul 26, 2004

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It'll dent. The 7th gens are pretty thin when it comes to metal.

Jul 26, 2004

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The dent would cost more than the $30 shipping.

Jul 26, 2004

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If its on a rack (Thule, Yakama, etc...) and you put the TV on the crossbars and strap it down, it'll probably hold, but in all honesty... rent a Uhaul for 19.99 or get the thing delivered.

Jul 26, 2004

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ok...

well, it is 30$ US for shipping but a dent for sure will cost way more...

so I think I will just pay for the shipping sigh...

thanks a lot!

Jul 26, 2004

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Or ask a friend with a truck or something to pick it up for you. Then buy him lunch, should be less than $30 :P

Jul 26, 2004

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If you do decide to put it on your roof...can you please take a picture?

Jul 27, 2004

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Or ask a friend with a truck or something to pick it up for you. Then buy him lunch, should be less than $30 :P

in canada we have less trucks

Jul 27, 2004

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Unless you live in like Hamilton Ontario or some similar hick town.

Jul 28, 2004

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Unless you live in like Hamilton Ontario or some similar hick town.

LoL. Here in Vancouver, they're all pretty Hummers, Cadillac Escalades, and Ford Excursions. Don't expect them to get their cars dirty to help you move anything.