Bumper strength
Hello, We have a 2013 Jaco Whitehawk. We'd like to install a receiver and a bike rack. I understand some RV bumpers are not strong enough to hold a bike rack. Any help would be appreciated. The ...
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theoldwizard1 wrote:ScottG wrote:
I would suggest adding a brace like this one:
It's the 2X2 by 1/4" thick angle iron cut at an angle at the end.
As you can see, this bracket runs from under the main frame to under the bumper. It not only supports the bumper but more importantly, it keeps it from being able to rotate and tear away. This is a simple and cheap mod and you don't have to replace the entire bumper.
Yep ! This is the best solution !!
With the 2x2 angle iron, you could use thinner material like 0.1875 or even 0.125. I would probably make it >24" long.
Funny story; my bumper was junk after it tore off so I decided to go with a thicker 3/16 material. Upon arriving at the supplier I mistakenly asked for 3/8".
I didn't realize my mistake until I got home!!
Needless to say, I have a bumper that is so strong I cold hang the whole trailer from it. (sewer hose wont fit in it though)
