Attaching porta boat to camper
Looking for ideas for attaching it to camper. Also what size outboards are you using? Which model 10 or 12ft model? Do you use it a lot or is it a pain to unload and assemble? Any input appreciated?
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Vic R
That is a standard 60" Yakima rack. I simply kept adjusting and moving it forward as far as possible. There is also a boat loader bar on the driver side for loading/unloading.
I raised the camper about 2 inches in the bed to provide space for the tail of the (12 ft.) bote hull. Note the wood block on the T bar is to raise the front hull slightly so it will align between the camper and the truck roof.
I also had to make some anti-rattle components for the T bar/hitch connections.
If you do this, do not be surprised if your mpg increases when carrying the bote due to better aerodynamics.
That is a standard 60" Yakima rack. I simply kept adjusting and moving it forward as far as possible. There is also a boat loader bar on the driver side for loading/unloading.
I raised the camper about 2 inches in the bed to provide space for the tail of the (12 ft.) bote hull. Note the wood block on the T bar is to raise the front hull slightly so it will align between the camper and the truck roof.
I also had to make some anti-rattle components for the T bar/hitch connections.
If you do this, do not be surprised if your mpg increases when carrying the bote due to better aerodynamics.
