How to Make a DIY Roof Rack for a Truck Cap or Truck Camper Top

In this video I show you how I made a roof rack for my truck cap. See below for a list of materials.

Please note: prices listed below may vary in your location.

Safety Equipment:
Cut resistant gloves
Safety glasses
Closed toe shoes

Tools:
Saw horses or work bench
Tape measure
Marker
Square
Dremel metal cutting tool
Clamps
Metal file
Socket wrench
Drill
Caulk gun
*Hacksaw or reciprocating saw
*there are many ways to cut this material. A miter saw with a metal cutting blade could work as well.


Materials:
(2) 1-5/8-in x 1-5/8-in x 10-ft Strut $20.71 ea.
(2) 1-5/8-in x 13/16-in x 10-ft Strut $19.65 ea.
(8) 3-Hole Flat Corner Strut Bracket $2.94 ea.
(24) 1/2 in. Spring Nuts $0.97 ea.
(24) 1/2 in. x 1-1/2 in. Hex Bolt $0.59 ea.
(8) 3/8 in. Strut Cone Nut $0.90 ea.
(8) 3/8 in. Flat Washer $0.15 ea.
(8) 3/8 in. x 1-1/2 in. Hex Bolt $0.28 ea.
(8) 1/2 in. x 1-1/2 in. Hex Bolt $0.59 ea.
(8) 1/2 in. Flat Washer $0.24 ea.
(8) 1/2 in. Black Neoprene Grommet $1.40 ea.
(8) 1/2 in. Split Lock Washer $0.26 ea.
(8) 1/2 in. Hex Nut $0.38 ea.
(1) Silicone All Purpose Sealant 10.1oz Clear $5.37 ea.
(2) 12 oz. Automotive Primer Spray $4.27 ea.
(1) 15 oz. Black Truck Bed Coating Spray $8.28 ea.
(1) 1-1/4 in. x 3/16 in. x 30 ft. Mounting Tape $5.77 ea.

Subtotal: $203.12
Sales Tax (8.25 %): $16.76
Total: $219.88

Видео How to Make a DIY Roof Rack for a Truck Cap or Truck Camper Top канала The Wilderwhits