Aerolite Cub Bumper upgrade ?

Upgrading the bumper should be possible. You might also want to search the forum for the "fence post mod," using a square vinyl fence post attached under the RV to store the hose.

I doubt you could easily set up a hitch receiver for a cargo carrier. Even if you could, I'm not sure you'd really want to as loading much firewood would alter the balance of the trailer a good bit, reducing the tongue weight and increasing the overall trailer weight. Also, many states and areas forbid the transport or import of untreated firewood due to very real concerns about invasive pests (the Emerald Ash Borer in particular).

DrewE wrote:
Upgrading the bumper should be possible. You might also want to search the forum for the "fence post mod," using a square vinyl fence post attached under the RV to store the hose.

I doubt you could easily set up a hitch receiver for a cargo carrier. Even if you could, I'm not sure you'd really want to as loading much firewood would alter the balance of the trailer a good bit, reducing the tongue weight and increasing the overall trailer weight. Also, many states and areas forbid the transport or import of untreated firewood due to very real concerns about invasive pests (the Emerald Ash Borer in particular).

I pick up wood near the campgrounds at roadside sellers cheaper than camp ground may just do the fence post and leave rack for tow vehicle use. I have a rubber tub I use now but want to haul more and not inside my pathfinder

Can't Wait Now wrote:
Has anyone upgraded there bumper to a tubular type for sewer hose storage . I also want to put a receiver on it for a rack to haul firewood on with thanks for help Jim

Sewer hoses stored in a steel bumper = rusted out bumper & pin holes in said sewer hose.

I rinse out my sewer hose well and place it in a plastic bin then store the bin in my tongue box, but could be stored inside.

Sure, it is possible but why not stop there, add some extra frame work, put a truck bed on the back add in a generator, a couple of bikes or quads and a large grill for good measure..

But seriously, do yourself a huge favor and resist the temptation and cost of this type of modification.. There is a huge chance that if you already do not have a substantial bumper there that the FRAME of said trailer may not be able to withstand the added weight of fire wood..

Folks underestimate the weight of things hung out there on the back of a trailer..

Fire wood is not light, to put that into perspective typically one cord of green fire wood can weight 3,000 lbs-4,000 lbs.. dried it will lose about 30%-40% of that from drying out (1600 lbs). A cord is 4x4x8 ft or 128 square feet.

Face cord typically is 1/3 of a cord (16"x4'x8') or about 1/3 the weight of a cord (533 lbs).

1/4 of a face cord (10-11 square ft or 6 to maybe 8 bundles would be 133 lbs)..

Not only the weight on the back is a problem but your tongue may lose weight in the process, this may cause severe instability while towing.

Consult with the manufacturer of your trailer BEFORE committing to any modifications otherwise you may find yourself with a bent frame or even an accident..

Gdetrailer wrote:

Can't Wait Now wrote:
Has anyone upgraded there bumper to a tubular type for sewer hose storage . I also want to put a receiver on it for a rack to haul firewood on with thanks for help Jim

Sewer hoses stored in a steel bumper = rusted out bumper & pin holes in said sewer hose.

I rinse out my sewer hose well and place it in a plastic bin then store the bin in my tongue box, but could be stored inside.

Sure, it is possible but why not stop there, add some extra frame work, put a truck bed on the back add in a generator, a couple of bikes or quads and a large grill for good measure..

But seriously, do yourself a huge favor and resist the temptation and cost of this type of modification.. There is a huge chance that if you already do not have a substantial bumper there that the FRAME of said trailer may not be able to withstand the added weight of fire wood..

Folks underestimate the weight of things hung out there on the back of a trailer..

Fire wood is not light, to put that into perspective typically one cord of green fire wood can weight 3,000 lbs-4,000 lbs.. dried it will lose about 30%-40% of that from drying out (1600 lbs). A cord is 4x4x8 ft or 128 square feet.

Face cord typically is 1/3 of a cord (16"x4'x8') or about 1/3 the weight of a cord (533 lbs).

1/4 of a face cord (10-11 square ft or 6 to maybe 8 bundles would be 133 lbs)..

Not only the weight on the back is a problem but your tongue may lose weight in the process, this may cause severe instability while towing.

Consult with the manufacturer of your trailer BEFORE committing to any modifications otherwise you may find yourself with a bent frame or even an accident..

Thanks I am rethinking this I maybe able to extend the length of existing sewer hose holder , I can worry about getting firewood later and put rack on the pathfinder instead

One problem you may run into is it is illegal in some places to transport firewood because of the insects that come along with it. I am always remodeling something so I take 2x4's and other scrap lumber. That way you don't have to worry about the firewood problem. It's also cleaner and stacks better. Just find somewhere where they are framing a house and the guys will give you more than you'll need. Don't get treated lumber or anything with paint on it. It can put off toxic fumes. If you put it in plastic tubs, you could store it inside the RV when traveling to get the weight over the axles.

TNGW1500SE wrote:
One problem you may run into is it is illegal in some places to transport firewood because of the insects that come along with it. I am always remodeling something so I take 2x4's and other scrap lumber. That way you don't have to worry about the firewood problem. It's also cleaner and stacks better. Just find somewhere where they are framing a house and the guys will give you more than you'll need. Don't get treated lumber or anything with paint on it. It can put off toxic fumes. If you put it in plastic tubs, you could store it inside the RV when traveling to get the weight over the axles.

Might be good for kindling and starting a fire and some quick burning ambiance, but i personally would not want to use any pine for say marshmallow, hot dog, burgers or any other food items.. Just way to much pine sap for good flavor.. Nothing like a pine smoke flavored hot dog :S

Personally unless they are charging a mint and you are burning a cord of wood while camping buying the wood at the campgrounds may be the best idea..

I personally take a small plastic storage bin with a lid(1' wide x 2' long x 1' tall) of split maple chunks. I only take the INSIDE splits (no bark) and that will last me a week of camping.. I build small campfires (not roaring bonfires that folks seem to love) and also use a couple little splits to add extra smoke to charcoal while grilling. The small bin goes in the back of my pickup truck but could he hauled in the trailer.

TNGW1500SE wrote:
One problem you may run into is it is illegal in some places to transport firewood because of the insects that come along with it. I am always remodeling something so I take 2x4's and other scrap lumber. That way you don't have to worry about the firewood problem. It's also cleaner and stacks better. Just find somewhere where they are framing a house and the guys will give you more than you'll need. Don't get treated lumber or anything with paint on it. It can put off toxic fumes. If you put it in plastic tubs, you could store it inside the RV when traveling
to get the weight over the axles.

I am referring to buying wood local to the campground Can get better deals outside them