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Airline Track (L-Track): Mounts, Fittings & Seat Attachments Simply Explained
Airline track, Airline rail, or L-Track: We explain the modular fastening system from aviation – what mounts and fittings are available, how...
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Expedition platforms for car roofs: types, areas of application and selection
An expedition platform is an "exterior work surface" on the vehicle: it helps to transport more , secure it safely , and...
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VW T6 Height: 1.99 m (with roof rack 2.04 m) – also T5 & T6.1
If you want to calculate the height of a VW T6 or T5, the basis is clear: 1990 mm according to the...
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Are roof racks subject to registration? TÜV, ABE & registration – the legal situation explained simply
Does a roof rack require an ABE, a parts certificate, or a TÜV registration? In most cases, no. We explain the legal...
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VW Transporter T5 T6 T6.1: Maximum Roof Load (Dynamic & Static) – with Calculation Examples (incl. Roof Racks)
For the VW Transporter T6/T6.1, VW clearly distinguishes between dynamic roof load (driving) and static roof load (stationary, e.g., roof tent) ....
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Airholder's side S-profile and aluminum corner brackets: hidden cavities for clean cable routing and a clean look.
Airholder's lateral S-profile and corner bracket offer more than just rigidity and frame geometry. The integrated cavities create a clean, protected cable...
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Airholder System: How many cross profiles are needed on the roof – and what does the number depend on?
The number of crossbars in the Airholder system depends on your intended use and the accessories mounted on the roof rack. For...
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Can you wash a roof rack together with the car in a car wash?
Yes, you can wash the roof rack along with the car. Based on our experience with Airholder , foam washing (active foam)...
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The Airholder system consists of the following profiles: S-profile, B-profile and A-profile.
Airholder is based on three profiles: S-profile – the lateral base, with 100 mm grid drilling and defined marking for individual positions,...
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How we develop roof racks at Airholder: from OEM 3D data to 3D scanning of the vehicle
If original 3D design data is available, we use it as the most precise basis. If the vehicle is not digitally accessible...
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Installing roof racks: Properly sealing the threaded points on the roof
Sealing the threaded mounting points on the vehicle roof is not an option, but mandatory when installing roof racks. Especially with the...
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Alltagscamper is a new Airholder reseller in the Stuttgart area
With Alltagscamper, we now have a strong Airholder reseller in the Stuttgart area : personal consultation, showroom in Schlierbach and professional installation...
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Materials & coatings at Airholder: why our roof rack is designed for year-round outdoor use
Airholder is more than just "a roof rack". It's a durable system concept designed for the everyday needs of many bus and...
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