Weight capacity for TT bumper
I have a 2005 Starcraft Homestead 24RKS and the bumper appears to be heavy duty 4 inch and welded to the frame. Does anyone know the average weight capacity of something like this? I saw another Starc...
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I have my generator mounted and locked to the rack. I got an outboard motor cover (BassPro) that fits the generator and then bungee a small cargo net over it to keep the cover from flapping in the wind going down the road. I have several locks securing the generator to the rack. It could be stolen but I'm not worried about it as the casual thief could never remove it. Someone would have to bring serious tools and have a good bit of time to get at it.
It and the generator do add tongue weight but as long as the tow vehicle and hitch can handle it there's not a problem. My 3000is weighs in around 130 pounds so lifting it up and down every time I want to use would be a real pain. Literally.
As far as mounting your generator on the trailer bumper while stationary I don't think you would have much problem. Most of the responses on here assumed your were wanting to transport the generator on the bumper. Why wouldn't you just place it on the ground while camped? Avoid the transmission of noise and vibration thru the trailer frame.
It and the generator do add tongue weight but as long as the tow vehicle and hitch can handle it there's not a problem. My 3000is weighs in around 130 pounds so lifting it up and down every time I want to use would be a real pain. Literally.
As far as mounting your generator on the trailer bumper while stationary I don't think you would have much problem. Most of the responses on here assumed your were wanting to transport the generator on the bumper. Why wouldn't you just place it on the ground while camped? Avoid the transmission of noise and vibration thru the trailer frame.
