Jeremy1

. . . or inside the cabin. Anyone ever tried either? I am getting one next week and was hoping to be able to transport it on the ol' f-bod.

They make a set of foam blocks to set on the roof, then the kayak on top of that, then open the windows and strap it down. Just wondering if anybody has had any good/bad experiences with this. The kayak weighs about 45lbs, do you think that is too much for the t-tops?

The other option *might* be to take the t-tops off then let it ride shotgun, seat belt-it in, and stick out of the roof :P Need to test fit this.

Also, since it is a short (8ft!) kayak, anyone think I could fit it with the seats folded down?

Would appreciate the input, especially on experiences with the foam blocks. Sometimes I wish we had roof-racks (hey, if they can make it work on the early C-3 vettes . . .)

MasterEvilAce

you shouldn't even have the idea in your head. Rent a truck or borrow one.. Unless your car is a piece of **** that you don't care about, don't do it.

Savage Messiah

I wouldn't risk it on t-tops at all. Your best bet I think would be to try and fit it inside (seats folded down or removed) then see if it will fit or how much more room you need.

Jeremy1

you think it is that bad to try it on the roof?

Has anyone ever found a rear rack for our cars?

Kataklysm

You gotta take pics of this I would laugh so hard if I saw it.

myslowcamaro

could be as bad as those who put a hitch on a f-body

RedHottG2

You beat me to it man!!

I would just suggest leaving the kayak out of the F-bods future...

unvc92camarors

45 lbs isnt all that much
the weight probably wouldn't break the t-tops but i myself wouldn't try it
also, there is no way it would fit through the hatch with the hatch closing (though i think you know that) and i myself wouldn't exactly trust an 8 ft kayak sticking out of the t-top area
so yea, i say go get a friend's truck or something

BlownF1

Here's your sign...

Eck

I've seen a few of those. One red 98-02 Z28 comes to mind, towing a long trailer with 3 Harleys on it. I didn't know what to think.

Jeremy1

oh come on, this isn't as bad as a hitch! I can't believe that no one on this board hasn't at one time transported skis, a surfboard, etc -- I'm just pushing the envelope a little further.

But I agree, I'm hesistant to put 40lbs on the roof (i just checked the actual weight with the manufacturer). That's why I was curious if anyone else had ever tried it. I'll admit, I'd rather learn from someone else's mistake if possible.

This sacralidge stuff doesn't wash though -- like I said before, GM put luggage racks on the rear deck of the early C-3's -- carrying something on the roof can't be much worse.

Chrisz24

I normally use our familys tahoe when it comes to moving anything more then a few groceries but.

Last week I brought home 2 10ft PVC pipes, put the back seat down, reclined the front and put down the rear shield into the hatch and they only stuck out the front window a few inches.

If you REALLY need to move this Kayak in your camaro I'd fold down all the seats and have it hang out the hatch. 45lbs might not be much, but with wind and only the straps ballencing on the narrow T tops I'm sure it could easily go for a ride!

Blownbird355

If a Jetta can hold enough supplies to build a house than I sure F-bod could hold a Kayak

http://www.my2002tii.com/the_jetta.htm