A car trunk is an irreplaceable thing. If you are going to the countryside, to the country house or on vacation and are afraid that your standard trunk will not cope with the transportation of the desired cargo, then install an additional trunk. In addition to regular trunks, there are box racks that keep the transported items from rain and dust.
Instructions
Step 1
The main load-bearing parts of the luggage compartment are cross-beams and supports with fastening devices. Also, the trunk system includes hinges for the transport of goods.
Step 2
The most common installation method is rooftop. There are special roof racks that are hung on the back door of the car. There are rear options and roof racks.
Step 3
The attachment of the roof rack depends on the vehicle design. The most common fasteners are in standard roof hatches, which are found in almost all foreign cars. It is also possible to fix the luggage compartment with a system with rails - longitudinal supports, on which crossbars are placed. They can be fixed in the existing hatches or screwed to the body with self-tapping screws.
Step 4
For vehicles that do not have hatches, there is a door fastening system. In it, the support clings to the opening. It is used for rear racks that are hung on the door.
Step 5
For SUVs - the rack can be mounted on the spare wheel bracket. For older car models, a gutter mount above the doors is used.
Step 6
At present, the fastening of the support to the body is locked with a key. This is done to prevent theft of the trunk.
Step 7
The stores have a large assortment of all kinds of luggage racks and mounts. Professionals will select a rack and mount for you according to your desire and capabilities.
Step 8
Having put the trunk it is necessary to remember - you are a road user. The load on top of your vehicle must not obstruct the view of other drivers. The reliability of the attachment of the transported cargo is on your conscience.
