Slee Dual Carrier Bumper
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Well after further investigation, I can get my 5/8" bolt through the holes, but not the 5/8" locking pin. I think the hole size on the bumper is every so slightly smaller than 5/8" - as Christo has suggested.
However this isn't my major problem using the hitch haul. I just realized I can't swing the bumper arms out, even with nothing on the hitch haul. The rubber stoppers on the arms protrude down about an inch or two preventing the arms from clearing the top of the hitch haul. I had accepted the fact the arms couldn't swing out with a cooler loaded, but I have to solve this unloaded clearance problem.
How important are those stoppers - can I cut them off? I assume they are there just to prevent the arms from swinging too far in and hitting the tailgate.
I know, maybe Christo can design a big door stopper thing that goes in the hinge, like on interior doors.
However this isn't my major problem using the hitch haul. I just realized I can't swing the bumper arms out, even with nothing on the hitch haul. The rubber stoppers on the arms protrude down about an inch or two preventing the arms from clearing the top of the hitch haul. I had accepted the fact the arms couldn't swing out with a cooler loaded, but I have to solve this unloaded clearance problem.
How important are those stoppers - can I cut them off? I assume they are there just to prevent the arms from swinging too far in and hitting the tailgate.
I know, maybe Christo can design a big door stopper thing that goes in the hinge, like on interior doors.
sleeoffroad
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No, you can not cut them off. They are integral to the design to stop the carrier from moving and vibrating. Lower the basket, or get a drop extension.
sleeoffroad
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I can say that it is because it is not rated for towing but that would be BS.
There was a mistake in drilling those because someone used a 5/8" drill bit and not the 43/64's.
Easiest fix will be to get a pin that fits, 2nd would be to just open it up a little with a drill bit or a carbide bit. Sorry about that. It was an isolated issue on the last batch we made.
but that would be BS. There was a mistake in drilling those because someone used a 5/8" drill bit and not the 43/64's.
Easiest fix will be to get a pin that fits, 2nd would be to just open it up a little with a drill bit or a carbide bit. Sorry about that. It was an isolated issue on the last batch we made.
I would say to increase the size of the hole would be better. Of course, I don't have one of these bumpers so take that for what it deserves. However, I know that I have 4 or 5 pins floating around, I mix and match them all the time, I carry one in just about any truck and it's an easy thing to lose, replace, borrow etc.
I would want all the pins out there, mine and others, to fit the hole.
Of course, if it's powder coated you'd want to coat/paint the edges carefully after redrilling.
I would want all the pins out there, mine and others, to fit the hole.
Of course, if it's powder coated you'd want to coat/paint the edges carefully after redrilling.
hoser
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Bolt/stud goes between jack and handle, not through any of the holes in the jack.
hoser
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Cable lock through one of the holes seems to be the most common way.
Trunk Monkey
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Drill through the bolt and put a lock on it.
that's how all the AO rack accessories are. I went and got a 4 pack of master locks with the same key
you'll have to use a smaller lock, but it'll still deter a crackhead from wanting to take it. Methheads will take it all, so you're SOL if your truck encounters one of them.
they'd be stupid to mess with a truck that looked like yours (or mine).
Neither would I. When you stay awake for 3-4 consecutive days it is amazing what one can accomplish.
