Stowing Mid-panel On TrailRax While Driving

[lakesinai]

I already posted my installation on the TrailRax Half-Rak on the rear cap of my 4-door OBX.:
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/installed-trailrax-half-rack-on-obx.52194/
I bought that rack because I want the open-roof experience, but I need storage for the panel and other things. I don't want a full-length roof rack. For those of us with the 4-door Bronco with 3 panels, the problem is what to do with the mid-panel while out for the day on the beach, or other trip. The front panels fit in the back, but I've too much stuff there . . . I just stuff them behind the front seats (no rear passengers). Due to rain possibilities, I don't want to leave the panels at the hotel or cottage, I want the panels with me! Now, I've have several attempts at stowing the Mid panel on top of the Trail-Rax while driving. So far, two 2' bungie cord (front to back) and one 3' cord side to side is enough for beach driving and around Amelia Island, FL at 45-50 mph. I'm not ready for highway or interstate with this setup, I'd be afraid of a blow-off. If I was doing 55mph driving, I'd probably be fine if I doubled up the cords or used a ratchet tie-down. Take a look below!

Until there's a two-seat Sunrider, this works for me!

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[UtahBrandon]

I wonder if it's possible to use the factory latches that are on the mid top to latch onto some custom brackets that are attached to the roof rack? Maybe that in addition to a strap or two?

 

[lakesinai]

I wonder if it's possible to use the factory latches that are on the mid top to latch onto some custom brackets that are attached to the roof rack? Maybe that in addition to a strap or two?

The two clamp brackets, the panel fits more snugly when they are opened, and then lowered into place. But there is not enough room in there to operate them closed again (photo). The rear swivel latches might be fitted with a latch plate . . . All in all, an intriguing Idea for future development, if the rack is adapted. The adaptations might make the panel higher and more of a wind catcher . . . But intriguing!

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