3/4" square tubing for roof rack

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would 3/4"square tubing work for a roof rack on my 4runner?  nothing fancy, just for sleeping bags and ice chest.
Reply:Yes, 16 gauge steel would be fine if you can weld it.  Otherwise 11 gauge might be easier to weld.
Reply:I don;t know why it wouldn't.  It would depend more on your design.I'm a Lover, Fighter, Wild horse Rider, and a pretty good welding man......
Reply:3/4" is aesthetically a little small but, will work.  Normally 1" x .120" square or round tube is used on roof racks. I have built many roof racks and anything less bends too easy when loaded.
Reply:it is hard to tell in pictures what size tubing is used. i will draw up a print and post it.  thanks for your help.