Toy Hauler Ramp Extension
I want to add a 5' X 3' ramp extension on my Forest River Grey Wolf 19RR to lessen the abrupt angle of approach when loading the motorcycle.
I have a motorcycle trailer that uses a simple piece of plywood and a piano hinge for this.
I was planning on using a piece of 3/16" aluminum diamond plate. But then I looked up the weight of 3/16 aluminum DP and 3/4" plywood.
15 sq feet:
Al Diamond Plate = 40#
3/4 Plywood = 25#
I had no idea!
And the PW is a whole heck of a lot cheaper. I'll use aluminum C channel around the edges like my motorcycle trailer has.
I ordered a couple of swing down stabilizer jacks that I'll use to keep the edge of the ramp up and they will also serve to hold the ramp level to act as a small porch.
The additional ramp could be raised 90 degrees and be used as one wall for a pet confinement area with two more fold down sides.
I don't have a pet...but might be a good idea for pet owners.
I have a motorcycle trailer that uses a simple piece of plywood and a piano hinge for this.
I was planning on using a piece of 3/16" aluminum diamond plate. But then I looked up the weight of 3/16 aluminum DP and 3/4" plywood.
15 sq feet:
Al Diamond Plate = 40#
3/4 Plywood = 25#
I had no idea!
And the PW is a whole heck of a lot cheaper. I'll use aluminum C channel around the edges like my motorcycle trailer has.
I ordered a couple of swing down stabilizer jacks that I'll use to keep the edge of the ramp up and they will also serve to hold the ramp level to act as a small porch.
The additional ramp could be raised 90 degrees and be used as one wall for a pet confinement area with two more fold down sides.
I don't have a pet...but might be a good idea for pet owners.
