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Old 07-07-2005, 01:48 PM   #1
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cargo carrier

It would be really nice to have one of these.they sell cargo carriers that flip up when not in use.i`am wondering if it would hit the front of the Montana when turning.would be a great place to put a generater.The one I saw was 20 inches wide and 48 inches long.Can hold up to 500 pounds.Any body have any info on these???Thanks for help.
 
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Old 07-07-2005, 02:36 PM   #2
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Dont have one but was considering building one for our gen. I need to put it in in scale and do some figures. I think it'll work Harleyrider. Next time I jacknife the thing im going to check it out.
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Old 07-07-2005, 02:52 PM   #3
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At the rally last September there were at least 2 TV with cargo carriers attached while towing Montys. I recall both owners indicating not having any problems. Only thing is I don't recall is who these MOCers were. Hopefully they'll see this thread and jump in.
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Old 07-08-2005, 12:09 AM   #4
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Saw the thread Glenn. We have a carrier at the back of the truck. It is a tote tray (aluminum) which is capable of holding 500 lbs. It goes into the 2" receiver at the back of the truck. Onto the tray we have bolted an alumunium storage box. This is the type that normally would go into the bed of the truck. We got the one with the raised supports on the bottom of the each side of the box. We can do a 90 deg. turn hitched and the box doesn't come anywhere near the truck. The only caution I can give anyone thinking about the tray is be sure to have the bottom of the tray reinforced as the welds will break loose. If anyone wants a pic let me know and I will take a pic and post it.
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Old 07-08-2005, 01:32 AM   #5
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Bill I would like to see those pictures of the set up, also if you can take one hooked up would be nice, thanks.
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Old 07-08-2005, 03:40 AM   #6
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Bill,

Nice truck!! Looks like Riegle's!
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Old 07-08-2005, 10:02 AM   #7
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Rodney: Will try and get some this weekend for you.
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Old 07-08-2005, 10:09 AM   #8
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I have installed a Draw-Tite 6501 which has a capacity of 500 lbs and is 20" x 60". I also used the Draw-Tite stabilizing pin with lock. This locking pin makes the carrier very stable and secure. I built a wood ramp that folds and fits in the bed of the truck. With the ramp I am able to load and unload my Yamaha 3000 by myself. I had the receiver installed by Ramsey Trailer Sales, 22590 Interstate 20, Wills Point, TX 903-865-1800. They did an excellant job. They had to remove the stabilizers, pull out underpinning, weld in the hitch and re-assmemble. Did professional job cost $265. My dealer Fun Time would not install a receiver due to liability concerns. I had to move the license plate as most anything you put on the carrier is going to block the plate. I have a picture but I don't know how to post it?

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Old 07-08-2005, 11:29 AM   #9
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Bill & Ann

Would also love to see the pics.Thanks for your reply.From thinking it won`t work to thinking its possible now is pretty exciting.
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Old 07-08-2005, 11:53 AM   #10
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Here are 3 pics of the Hitch Haul and the box. I will get a few more with it mounted on the truck and hooked to the 5th. http://community.webshots.com/photo/...89831689eYHJeg
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Old 07-08-2005, 01:18 PM   #11
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Thanks Bill
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Old 07-09-2005, 07:23 AM   #12
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Hopefully I got this link correct for pics of the carrier and ramp


http://community.webshots.com/user/pherson2
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Old 07-11-2005, 06:30 PM   #13
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Beautiful truck, Broome! Except for the step it looks identical to ours.
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Old 08-18-2005, 01:10 AM   #14
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Just a quick post to let everyone know who is interested in the Hitch haul tray for the back of the truck that they are 25% off until Sept. 11 at CW.
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