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05-29-2019, 03:33 PM #1
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Bike Rack for 2150RB
Hey all,
Need a Bike Rack for a 2150RB. Cant go in the Truck Bed (Bed Cover) Cant Roof Rack the truck (Kayaks go there).
I understand Bumper racks shouldn't be used unless Struts are installed to stablized/reinforce the TT rear bumper? Is this correct? If so any recommendations? https://www.amazon.com/Mount-n-Lock-.../dp/B071WK9CD3
Is there a better option besides struts to reinforce such as welding? If so...weld what and where. I have some friends who can help with this.
Also, I found this - https://www.amazon.com/Swagman-Appro.../dp/B01N7O88YP Thoughts? Struts still needed if this is used? Its still "On the bumper" So Im assuming yes on the struts.
Any other options or ideas? Dont think I want to do the Ladder rack....but it is only 2 bikes. Thoughts?
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05-29-2019, 03:50 PM #2
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Haven't tried it myself yet but we're planning on going with the Lippert Jack-It: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYRM7MM..._J5V7CbNZT6E2D
~Peter
Ford F-250 6.7 CCSB (tow vehicle), Imagine 2400BH, Cadillac Escalade 6.2 (family vehicle), BMW X5 (daily driver), Porsche 911/996 (weekend toy)
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05-29-2019, 03:59 PM #3
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05-30-2019, 05:09 AM #4
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I think I have decided to do some weld reinforcement. I have a friend who can weld so it will make it relatively easy.
Anyone confirm the bumper is steel (im 99% sure it is)???
Anyone have recommendations on where to weld?
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06-02-2019, 09:28 PM #5
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I am investigating this same dilemma... Our mountain bikes weigh nearly 60 pounds, not including the weight of a good rack. That bumper I've seen fall off of other TT's on YouTube because it's just too weak. I've started looking at Google reviews for a good local welder to completely reinforce the bumper, which is steel, to the frame. Ant decent welder should be able to plan good attachment points underneath. I've invested nearly $12,000 in those bikes so their security is a MAJOR priority. Once I get a good cap on the bed I'll build a full locking mount inside...but until then...
Good luck!Howard & Ellen
2018 RAM Rebel Hemi 27700 miles
2018 Imagine 2600RB 10704 miles
Equal-i-zer 14,000 hitch
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06-02-2019, 10:00 PM #6
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01-19-2020, 07:27 AM #7
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ok, on those bumper issues....what did you finally decide and did it work?
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01-23-2020, 08:42 AM #8
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We did a bumper rack. I didn't want a front of Camper rack for 2 reasons - I want the option to rack kayaks on the back of my truck and I didn't want to add more aero/drag on the front of the camper - Gas mileage is already bad doesn't need to be worse.
The bumper, if reinforced, can handled hundreds of pounds.
We cut into the bumper and inserted and welded a hitch receiver into it. Hitch receivers cheap at Harbor Freight.
Reinforced the bumper in 2 ways
1. Welded steal plate at the bottom joint between the lateral bumper and trailer length frame. on my model I have a bumper frame...that attaches to the camper frame itself.
2. added more welding to the top of where the bumper frame meets the camper frame. One side already had heavy/significant welds...one side was weak. Simply added more weld. It can handle hundreds of pounds now, no issues. anyone who says otherwise doesn't understand metal or welding.
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01-23-2020, 08:44 AM #9
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