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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #20 on: December 07, 2012, 11:39:29 AM »
Quote from: ARS on December 06, 2012, 08:31:41 PM
That looks about perfect!  I posted this on a local Minnesota forum and got . . .

http://www.discountramps.com/wide-atv-ramp.htm

I like the width, but the it looks a bit steep, I'd hate to bottom out on the tailgat.

Tanks (Army Tanks)

Bill

Did you notice the three hinges running right up in the middle?..great for an ATV where the weight will be on the outside part of the ramp. Not so good for 750+ lbs running right up the middle. Better go with the Black Widow ramps that Steve put up, their hinges are in a much better orientation. (IMHO) ;)
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #21 on: December 07, 2012, 11:52:56 AM »
Quote from: ARS on December 06, 2012, 08:38:00 PM
Is that blue painters tape on the headlights??
Yes, that is tape. You have to cover all lights when you are out on the track. Lights in your mirror on the track can be annoying and dangerous.

Quote from: ARS on December 06, 2012, 10:06:27 PM
;D With that last post I got promoted from "nubie" to "junior" Cheers!! :chugbeer:

You just got demoted to Newbie again with that question....  :rotflmao:
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #22 on: December 07, 2012, 11:54:57 AM »
Quote from: VirginiaJim on December 07, 2012, 08:05:15 AM
Totally understandable with a GM product.

This is also why I have a Ford!  :P

Quote from: Kazairl on December 07, 2012, 08:25:14 AM
I've rolled 1200lb bales of hay off a tailgate before. As long as the cables are in good shape it shouldn't be a problem.

My truck (1977 F250) has the older two bar hindge setup on both sides of the tailgate. No issues at all.  8)
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #23 on: December 07, 2012, 12:09:51 PM »
Quote from: Gumby on December 07, 2012, 11:52:56 AM
Yes, that is tape. You have to cover all lights when you are out on the track. Lights in your mirror on the track can be annoying and dangerous.

You just got demoted to Newbie again with that question....  :rotflmao:

what mirrors on the track?  Those go off the bike too and blockoff plates replace them
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #24 on: December 07, 2012, 12:11:05 PM »
Quote from: stevewfl on December 07, 2012, 12:09:51 PM
what mirrors on the track?  Those go off the bike too and blockoff plates replace them
My bad, I have to demote myself now.  :'(
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #25 on: December 07, 2012, 01:15:17 PM »
Quote from: ARS on December 06, 2012, 08:38:00 PM
Is that blue painters tape on the headlights??

For track day.
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #26 on: December 07, 2012, 01:18:45 PM »
Attention: 

1) anyone who worries about the tailgate of their truck supporting a C14 TRADE IT

2) anyone worried about the weight of a C14 on their ramps GO BUY REAL ONES


That is all

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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #27 on: December 07, 2012, 01:34:14 PM »
 :rotflmao:
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #28 on: December 07, 2012, 01:50:56 PM »
Quote from: stevewfl on December 07, 2012, 01:18:45 PM
Attention: 

1) anyone who worries about the tailgate of their truck supporting a C14 TRADE IT

2) anyone worried about the weight of a C14 on their ramps GO BUY REAL ONES


That is all

Actually Steve, I was worried about your lil Tundra's tailgate. I've never had my C14 in the back of my BFT.

The BFT will haul a mess of firewood though.



A few tires and a 4 ton 5th wheel camper from time to time.



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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #29 on: December 07, 2012, 02:01:05 PM »
^^^^^^^^NICE
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #30 on: December 07, 2012, 03:49:39 PM »
I took my Connie 750 miles away in my 4X4 F150. Just park the rear wheels in a ditch or low spot, and you can walk next to the bike while dialing the clutch up the ramp. It's all about where you load it. Loading or unloading on even ground is asking for trouble.
Then I used soft ties around the lower tree, a Canyon Dancer just snug enough, and of course the 2 at the rear to control side to side motion.

It never affected the handling a bit.

My ramp is around 18'' wide or so. So I can't ride up the ramp anyway. I don't recommend the short ATV ramp either. They space the rungs too far apart, and like was said, it folds in all the wrong places. I've looked into it.
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #31 on: December 07, 2012, 05:26:36 PM »
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #32 on: December 07, 2012, 05:43:48 PM »
^^^^^^^^^^^ FUNNY!!!!!
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #33 on: December 07, 2012, 06:25:51 PM »
 :rotflmao:

Almost had beer out the nose on the slow mo' one.
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #34 on: December 08, 2012, 03:09:18 AM »
Quote from: stevewfl on December 07, 2012, 08:13:04 AM

The ramps are rated over 600 pounds





OK Steve I'm comming to the Cape Coral bike night tonight , I'll bring my camera and show everone you loading and unloading your C 14 into your pickup, You can show everyone the proper way to do it,  It's a no brainer!
EasyPeasy ;)
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #35 on: December 08, 2012, 04:36:33 PM »
Quote from: Gumby on December 07, 2012, 11:52:56 AM
Yes, that is tape. You have to cover all lights when you are out on the track. Lights in your mirror on the track can be annoying and dangerous.

You just got demoted to Newbie again with that question....  :rotflmao:
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No too many tracks up here in Minnesota.  Makes sense though.

b.t.w I have the same Tundy.  Those tie down rails rock!!

Thanks all for your suggestions and concerns.  Much appreciated.
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Re: Truck Ramp
« Reply #36 on: December 09, 2012, 06:24:33 PM »
Quote from: Cuda on December 08, 2012, 03:09:18 AM




OK Steve I'm comming to the Cape Coral bike night tonight , I'll bring my camera and show everone you loading and unloading your C 14 into your pickup, You can show everyone the proper way to do it,  It's a no brainer!
EasyPeasy ;)

Why would I drive my Tundra from Tampa to Cape Coral, FL?  And where is this bike night? Might ride the bike down and shake your hand, i blow by there often on the C14 going from Tampa to Naples and back.  Occasionally Tampa to Southbeach/Key West.
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