Convert Cheap Rack into Overlanding Use

[Cmikel]

I have seen some pretty amazing DIY racks and plenty of fairly expensive, for my budget, builds. Has anyone taken a cheap Amazon bed rack and added side panels?
I may be crazy posting here, but my ideal rack is something that I can remove the rear crossbar when needed and still be able to use the bed.
I'm thinking about buying a cheap universal rack and designing and welding in some CNC cut panels for the sides. This would hold overlanding accessories when I need them.
Will it save money going this route, IDK. Or sould I just bite the bullet and get something off the shelf?

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[cuellar13]

Bite the bullet and get off the shelf unless you are fabricating the entire thing. IMO you're rolling the dice on how much R&D and mathematics went into the products you are building upon, and you don't wanna find out the shortcuts they took, when you are overlanding.

 

[Krash1642]

I am working on designing some type of system with removable panels for when we want to go camping but that I can easily remove and use my truck bed for whatever. I have a soft top and use is all the time (all seasons if its nice), so the wedge style options don't allow you to do that, i also don't have the money for one... but they are super cool!

 

[Free2roam]

Check out Tuwa Pro rack. They are a sponsor on here and super responsive in emails, posts, and texts. I've got one and so far love it.

 

[Krash1642]

Check out Tuwa Pro rack. They are a sponsor on here and super responsive in emails, posts, and texts. I've got one and so far love it.

That is a super awesome rack!!! Thank you for mentioning it... I had not heard of it and also hadn't been on here in awhile so hadn't seen any of their product posts etc. I definitely think that has the potential for what I'm looking to be able to do. Again, I appreciate your response!! Happy Adventures!!

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