Making a pvc rod storage tube.
Diy roof rack fishing rod tube.
I then plastidipped the tube black to make it look a little better and installed the reese ends.
Here is a how to video detailing my deluxe rod tube case i made for a few of my favorite casting and fly rods.
Hopefully you ll have found that it s easy to make your own fishing rod roof rack tube and can be a great way to save some cash.
For starters fishing rod pods are ideal for vehicles with roof racks.
The construction is quite simple.
Diy guide to making your own fishing rod roof rack tube.
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Build and install in one afternoon.
After i figured out the ends the rest of it was easy.
You should be able to transport your fishing rods in style the next time you head out and know that they re safe on the roof of your vehicle.
All said and done this is a weekend proj.
But with it you won t need to buy a separate roof rack fishing rod holder because you have the conduit carrier to handle that function.
How to build and install a simple overhead rod storage rack.
A diy fishing rod pod just needs two essential elements a pvc tube and a conduit carrier.
I went to the local hardware store where i found a 6 pvc pipe that was 10ft long.
It s very easy to make a fishing rod pod.
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I cut this down to 7 5 feet since none of my rods are over 7 feet in length.