Flatline Van Co Roof Rack | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series | Van Life

Flatline Van Co Roof Rack | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler

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In this video I show you how to install a low profile roof rack from Flatline Van Co. Personally, I will be using it to hold my solar panels and decking. Other uses includes securing an awning, ladder, storage boxes and outdoor gear like paddle boards, surf boards, skis and more!
Flatline Van Co is a company based in the Pacific Northwest who offers premium parts and accessories for ProMasters, Transits and Sprinters to help you get out and explore the world around you. They offer products like roof racks, awnings, ladders and cabinetry to name a few.
flatlinevanco.com/
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
0:44 - Why I am Installing a Roof Rack
1:07 - Why I Chose Flatline Van Co's Roof Rack
2:48 - What Comes with the Roof Rack
4:21 - Installing Roof Anchor Plates
5:30 - Installing Side Rails
7:35 - Installing Crossbars
8:23 - Installing the Wind Fairing
13:54 - Tighten all the Connections
14:08 - Before and After
14:25 - Closing
Disclaimer: I am not a professional. This information is what I have gathered from my own research on the topic and is only intended for reference. Further research should be conducted for your specific project based on your needs. Please note, not everything you see online is the correct nor the only way to do something. Contact a professional if in doubt as following an incorrect procedure could lead to a dangerous and ineffective result.

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@gklJC Жыл бұрын

Lovely video. Expert job. FVC should point to you as an installation consultant! Thanks for sharing another episode.

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that, thank you for watching!

@shelly2024blessings 19 күн бұрын

You are an awesome teacher!

@LaurenLawliss 2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 💖

@davidcamacho444 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!!! Your video is super detailed and súper helpful!!

@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

@VANESSASVANLIFEJOURNEY 5 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this video very detailed. You did a great job and the rack looks amazing on your van.

@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! I love thé roof rack too😄

@fredricjulien8738 Жыл бұрын

Excellent installation video Lauren. Your explanation of assembly is amazing. Can't wait to see the next lesson from you on wiring. 🤩

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words!

@Lotuslaful 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!Great job:) So helpful

@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@mausie1967 10 ай бұрын

Nice roofrack en the installation was excellent.

@LaurenLawliss 10 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! I love this roof rack☺️

@RPM-sr2gn Жыл бұрын

That roof rack really makes a big difference.

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

It truly does. I love how functional it is and how nice it makes the van look.

@deirdre444 10 ай бұрын

Awesome...but expensive (close to $2000)...and sold out at the moment, but there is a way to sign up for a back-in-stock notification via email. You make everything look easy and do-able. Thanks!!

@LaurenLawliss 10 ай бұрын

Yes, but it is a fairly competitive price point in the market. It makes the install a breeze, holds up well and looks awesome - so it’s worth the money in my opinion. Fingers crossed you don’t have to wait too long for back orders - it’s a hot commodity😉

@deirdre444 10 ай бұрын

@@LaurenLawliss Yep, I get that. It sure looks nice up there. We bought some aluminum framing material to make one ourselves but after seeing yours...I don't know, it's pretty tempting just to order up one like it for our van. Such an easy install and I like the way it will hide the solar panels and the way it diverts air aerodynamically at the front. I'll have to really give it some thought. Thank you, Lauren.

@ron-almog 8 ай бұрын

nice job. looks easy enough. but, it is very expensive. I saw lots of home made cheap solutions with very good results. but they require cutting the metal pieces. so as usual, more work, and less $.

@LaurenLawliss 7 ай бұрын

It was a very easy install and perfect for my wants and needs so the cost tradeoff was worth it for my application😄

@jasonjones5213 Жыл бұрын

Good installation video.I especially like that ferring, serves a purpose and looks great.

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mrbill8542 Жыл бұрын

Looks like a well made product--EZ install too.Nice job!!!

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Yes, a very easy install and quality made product. Thanks for watching!

@skipwilliamson3679 Жыл бұрын

Awesome instructions and videography. U rock!

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@mdrsecuritysystems Жыл бұрын

hi Lauren great videos, love seeing the build coming together, can't wait until you start the electrics etc will be interesting and knowing you will do a great vid explaining it all. good luck with it all bet you can't wait until its all finished

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! Electrical videos coming throughout the month of January🤩 I hope it helps😇

@no_worries_van Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help, just finished mine!🎉

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Nice! It always feels good to check a project off the list☺️

@clgraham82 Жыл бұрын

Your instruction is outstanding!

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

@themetalmaiden7462 Жыл бұрын

Nice job, looks good. So much easier than trying to handle a one piece rack.

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Yes, it was so nice having individual pieces for the install. Very straightforward and easy process!

@user-im3tl9zj5f Жыл бұрын

How did you attach the rack to the roof of the van? You only showed how to assemble the rack. I love your videos you do a great job of explaining each step, good job.

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! I share how to connect the rack to the roof using the anchors provided at 4:22 to 6:50. Let me know if you have any questions after re-watching that section☺️

@leerfarmer Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing‼️

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching😄

@marvellousmarvin Жыл бұрын

Hi Lauren. That is a awesome rack. So very easy. Be safe until your next upload. Big Hugs🥰🤗

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Very easy install! Thank you😊

@davep6977 Жыл бұрын

Good job. This is one those cases where having more looks like less. The rack concealed the roof fans nicely I don't know what you plan when you send work from your van, but you have a career making instructional video's. So, where did the snow come from? And don't say the sky

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

I agree, the rack is perfect! Thanks for watching.

@sheilamcwhorter2961 4 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren I’m about to venture on my van build and I love what you have done. To get started I wanted to know what it will cost me. Do you have an approximate cost to do your van build?

@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын

Hey there! Thanks for following along. When it comes to a van build, I have seen people for it for as little as $10k and as much as $150k. It really depends on what you want in the van and the quality of the build.

@donaldtuc Жыл бұрын

how much noise does that add to the cabin while driving?

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Great question! The roof rack doesn’t add any noise in the van. This was a huge deal for me when looking at roof racks. The wind fairing in the front helps to keep the rack quiet when driving. I forget it is even there😁

@staciacraft2097 8 ай бұрын

Did you add the crossbars according to the size of your solar panels or can the crossbars be adjusted to fit at a later time?

@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын

Great question! When it came time to install my solar panels, I removed the crossbars needed to secure the solar panels. So the crossbars can be adjusted later🤩

@staciacraft2097 8 ай бұрын

Awesome! I was worried that I would have to get them in each correct place, but later find out I was off by an inch. Thank you. I’ll get it up this weekend so long as it isn’t pouring. Your videos are great for newbies. I watch Explorist videos, too, but yours are my first go to. I want to get all the wiring finished and solar panels up before it snows.

@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын

Best of luck with your install. You got this🙌🏼💖

@richardcurrie6043 Жыл бұрын

wondering...did you install roof anchors or was this done by someone else? who manufactures the anchors? thanks

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! The white roof anchors are installed on all Ram ProMasters by the manufacture. It’s standard. If you’re referring to the black anchor plates that I installed, those came with the roof rack🤩 Let me know if this doesn’t answer your question😁

@richardcurrie6043 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the quick reply! yes the white van anchors

@brianwluxevovacations215 Жыл бұрын

Is this the extended rack or the regular 159"?

@LaurenLawliss Жыл бұрын

My van is a 159” wheelbase NOT extended so I got the regular 159” roof rack😄

@brianwluxevovacations215 Жыл бұрын

@@LaurenLawliss TY, that is what I have as well.

@88corinutza 10 ай бұрын

nice install But $1900 Ill make my own

@LaurenLawliss 10 ай бұрын

If that is better for you financially then perfect! Personally, the cost was worth it for ease of install, to hide everything on the roof and safety. Also less planning and buying each individual part for a DIY🤩