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Custom Roof Rack - ORNG TACO

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ORNG TACO, Mar 28, 2019.

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  1. Apr 2, 2019 at 9:36 AM
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    Yes well that entire decision is based on tcBob's verdict - which is dependent upon 1) Me selling this and 2) tcBob seeing enough differentiation to not put the kabash on it.

    So, in the meantime.. I am not selling, but I am still designing as you and I have stated. At best, I will talk to Bob and see what I may potentially be able to do. I am about to have my second child on my hands, so I would definitely like to make loads of these and share the fun, but I may not be able to. It's all up in the air right now.

    I will be making v3 cardboard mockup today, so I will post progress pictures tonight. Thanks for all the support and wise words so far everyone!
     
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  2. Apr 2, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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    That would require granted patents on theirs/others roof racks. I write patents (I have over 20) and develop products for a living so if there is such patent whose claims my design directly violates or emulates, then yes I would not be able to sell. Again, I am not looking to sell at this point in time this is merely a progress thread on the development of my own roof rack.
     
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  3. Apr 2, 2019 at 9:56 AM
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    They are all similar because there is no patent (ornamental or utility) on skid plates and rock sliders, or steps. People just make them and sell them.
     
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  4. Apr 2, 2019 at 10:04 AM
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  5. Apr 2, 2019 at 3:27 PM
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    Tuned AF!
     
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  6. Apr 4, 2019 at 4:24 PM
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    Milled one of my crossbars today. Got 4 more to do. I dont really ever use the mill so I got a tutorial today. Good learning experience!

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    :fistbump: Shit's happening!!!!!! :yes: :yay:
     
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  9. Apr 5, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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    Supaa niiiice

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    Got em all squared away! I’ve had to put off roof rack because I’ve been working on finishing my basement at the same time.

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    You need a hand with that basement? We can arrange for payment anyway you want.........:anonymous:

    Just kidding.

    But seriously. I think this is coming out better than anyone thought it might. Great job Luke! :thumbsup:
     
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    LOOK AT ME, I AM THE NEW ROOF RACK MAKER NOW. :rofl: Thanks Randy! My father in law is named Randy, my brother in law is also named Randy
     
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    @EatSleepTacos @Comatose @Justanotherhemi hehehehe

    I AM RANDALL NOW!!!!!!!!!!!

    Sorry Luke, just a bunch of foolish fools. We're all nutz. My true name is Rrrrrrandy Grrr. LOL
    See, with a sense of humor like this you need me in that basement!
     
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    Sorry Luke, your thread was going so good too. I might'a destroyed the harmony. :devil:

    Edit - of course, I do eat crayons.
     
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