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05-29-2014, 04:18 PM
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Bike Racks
Need to haul 4 bikes with us when we go camping. Dealer told us that our TT (Apex Ultra-Lite 259BHSS) couldn't handle more than 100# on the back bumper or it would void the warranty. Past 2 trips I've been sticking the bikes inside, but already made one scratch that's driving me crazy...don't want to have the bikes doing any more damage.
I've seen one 4-bike rack on-line that sits above the propane tanks, but it didn't look like it was worth the $500 price tag...
Suggestions?
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05-29-2014, 04:40 PM
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roof rack for the tv.....or front hitch mount?
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05-29-2014, 04:43 PM
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I had 4 bikes on the bumper of our 5th wheel & it had extra support weld on & we stopped for coffee walking back looking at bikes they were on a funny angle. Started checking the 4 inch tube bumper was just about ready to fall off. The only thing holding was the extra supports I had put on.
2006 GMC CC LB Duramac
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05-29-2014, 04:46 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by duradiesel
I had 4 bikes on the bumper of our 5th wheel & it had extra support weld on & we stopped for coffee walking back looking at bikes they were on a funny angle. Started checking the 4 inch tube bumper was just about ready to fall off. The only thing holding was the extra supports I had put on.
2006 GMC CC LB Duramac
2012 Wildcat Sterling
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Did you happen to take any pictures? I am always interested in photo documentation on this topic. There are tons of "anecdotal" stories of why bumper mounts are a horrible idea, but a photo is worth a thousand words.
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05-29-2014, 05:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ironj
roof rack for the tv.....or front hitch mount?
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Front hitch mount?? Not sure I know what you mean....
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05-29-2014, 05:24 PM
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I purchased a front receiver hitch for my truck on EBay. Works great for hauling bikes.
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05-29-2014, 05:27 PM
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Our truck with front mount.
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05-29-2014, 05:41 PM
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Interesting....never heard of this before!!
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05-29-2014, 05:46 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rico1971
Interesting....never heard of this before!!
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never heard of what? Bumpers falling off campers from racks? Happens more than you realize.
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05-29-2014, 05:47 PM
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hard to see what you used for tow vehicle, in your profile pic, but the best system for 4 bikes is a roof top rack system, like from Yakima or Thule.
and they can easily be converted to carrying cargo, kayaks, skis, snowboards and other stuff.
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05-29-2014, 06:00 PM
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Site Team - Lou
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Quote:
Originally Posted by davel1971
never heard of what? Bumpers falling off campers from racks? Happens more than you realize.
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Here are some I have documentation of:
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05-29-2014, 06:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Herk7769
Our truck with front mount.
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bike tires don't look like they are very far off the ground. Aren't you afraid of smashing them. I just put a front hitch on my 3500 Chevy for my kayak support, and I have already filled the receiver full of sod once
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05-29-2014, 06:15 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by davel1971
bike tires don't look like they are very far off the ground. Aren't you afraid of smashing them. I just put a front hitch on my 3500 Chevy for my kayak support, and I have already filled the receiver full of sod once
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The receiver is pretty low, but the bike rack has an upward angle and it never became an issue.
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05-29-2014, 06:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Herk7769
The receiver is pretty low, but the bike rack has an upward angle and it never became an issue.
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I welded together my own kayak support post. Made it much heavier than what I could by for 1/10 the price. Next I plan on mounting a 2 bike rack to the post, high enough to be clear of ground, but not blocking my vision.
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05-29-2014, 06:37 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by davel1971
never heard of what? Bumpers falling off campers from racks? Happens more than you realize.
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Was actually referring to never heard of the front mount bike racks. But wasn't aware that bumpers fell off so frequently, either....
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05-29-2014, 06:39 PM
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Front receivers are fairly inexpensive. I just got mine for about $115 and free shipping. Installed myself in about half hour
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05-29-2014, 07:06 PM
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05-29-2014, 10:00 PM
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Asked my dealer about putting a hitch on the back of my 320bhds and got a shrug of the shoulders and why not, we sell them over here. Will be contacting coachmen before my next trip.
kids think tt stands for tan turd. 
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05-30-2014, 12:34 AM
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NO pictures . Just glad I noticed before they fell off . We were heading home after a long weekend ; bumper to bumper traffic on a 4 lane highway. The factory welds on the 4 in square tubing bumper let go. It was not welded properly. It only had penetrated both the bumper & the frame in about1 inch on each side of the frame.
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05-30-2014, 12:50 AM
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Looks like yours was at lest welded properly.
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