In a message dated 12/14/01 5:04:33 PM Eastern Standard Time,
poll7356@UIDAHO.EDU writes:

<< can i still lift the top if the canoe is on it (assuming it's strapped to
 the lifting section). >>
 Ummm...Well.... I've use the  bolt on gutters on mine so the rack will go
up..BUT.the canoe and even a LIGHT one..it's a bit much..with a 72 lb Grumman
up there it was  all #250 of me could do to open the roof..the springs that
balance the thing are closely matched to the weight of the top..then think
"side thrust".. on the hinges...
generally a BAD idea to lift the roof with anythig on it,
if you have a super kevlar-spyderweb reinforced feather weight
canoe/kayak?..sure..but what's the bid deal on taking it OFF anyway?..OK..so
short syncro owners have a gripe, but....

Steven M. Denis
3642 Longleaf Drive
Elm City, NC 27822

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