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Where can I get a foam block? #11219042 11/11/15 09:30 PM
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My old hauling solution does not fit my new F150 standard cab. I'm headed to Caprock SP on Friday and want to take my 15 ft sea kayak. Anyone know where I can get a foam block?

Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11219164 11/11/15 10:38 PM
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Academy sells some roof systems. I am not sure about just a foam block though. Might be better off hauling it in the bed of the truck tied down well. Be sure to use a flag!

Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11219196 11/11/15 10:53 PM
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Yeah, I think you're right. Driving about 250 miles each way. Wonder if home depot sells an "official flag"

Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11219218 11/11/15 11:09 PM
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Some auto parts stores have the red flags. I've been using an old red t-shirt.

Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11219232 11/11/15 11:20 PM
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I have seen red flags in Home Depot. Also need to be careful if driving at night since you might be required to have lights also.

Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11219242 11/11/15 11:24 PM
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ACK sells a really good Red Flag.
Tough vinyl.


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Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11219309 11/11/15 11:56 PM
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I don't know where you are located but Mountain Sports in Arlington has some very good Red Flags. They are tough. I have used one for over a year and it is still going strong.

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Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11220143 11/12/15 02:05 PM
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How big of a foam block do you need?
From Amazon.com



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Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11220430 11/12/15 04:15 PM
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Academy sells blocks ..


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Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11221107 11/12/15 10:36 PM
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I bought a bed extender from Amazon -- less than $200.00, very well-built and sturdy. Easy to attach (even with one person and holds the thing very still.

One caveat -- buy some means of padding for the extender. Right now I'm using pool noodles secured by bungees.


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Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11221190 11/12/15 11:59 PM
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I've seen 'em at Academy and Bass Pro Shops. Mariner Sails might have them.




Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11221277 11/13/15 01:06 AM
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You can buy a bed extender from Harbor Freight Tools for about $50. I have lights on mine so it's legal any time. You can get the lights and wiring needed at HF also for about $20.


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Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: carphead] #11221345 11/13/15 01:47 AM
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I went to Academy and bought a floating seat cushion for $5.00 dollars it works great as a cushion .

Re: Where can I get a foam block? [Re: Cowtown Kid] #11221752 11/13/15 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted By: Cowtown Kid
I don't know where you are located but Mountain Sports in Arlington has some very good Red Flags. They are tough. I have used one for over a year and it is still going strong.

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As an opposition to the special purpose flags that you can get from Mountain Sports, they also have nylon flat "rope" that's bright red. I much prefer to use it, as it's far more robust than an eyelet through a high surface area flag that wants to rip itself off your car (which I've had happen with one of the flags).

Just some food for thought.

*EDIT* This stuff...

http://www.mountainsports.com/MSmain.asp?Option=Detail&Detail=096401

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