Moody Blue
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Not really a boating related question but falls into the trailering category. I have attached a few photos for your inspection.
Do you think this setup is acceptable? The ride is real smooth now but the tire pressures had to be bumped up to about 160 PSI
. There is a much better view of the sky now so no need for a sun roof (now what am I going to do with that old kitchen window ?)
To support the extra load on the tailgate some heavy duty chain and "S" hooks were installed. There are four 5/16" bolts securing the Reese hitch frame to the floor pan (overkill I know but you can't be too safe, right?).
As an added safety measure, there is a large block of wood attached between the regular trailer hitch and the tailgate. Took some time to whittle down that chunk of lumber but it fits nice. Two key features here are the 3/4" dowel to hold it in place and the piece of 1/2" plywood on the tailgate to help distribute the load and prevent any dents in the sheet metal.
To be able to stop the extra weight, new brake pads and shoes were installed all around. Again, can't be too safe.
Is there anything that was overlooked or is it good to go?
Comments please.
Do you think this setup is acceptable? The ride is real smooth now but the tire pressures had to be bumped up to about 160 PSI
. There is a much better view of the sky now so no need for a sun roof (now what am I going to do with that old kitchen window ?)To support the extra load on the tailgate some heavy duty chain and "S" hooks were installed. There are four 5/16" bolts securing the Reese hitch frame to the floor pan (overkill I know but you can't be too safe, right?).
As an added safety measure, there is a large block of wood attached between the regular trailer hitch and the tailgate. Took some time to whittle down that chunk of lumber but it fits nice
. Two key features here are the 3/4" dowel to hold it in place and the piece of 1/2" plywood on the tailgate to help distribute the load and prevent any dents in the sheet metal.To be able to stop the extra weight, new brake pads and shoes were installed all around. Again, can't be too safe
.Is there anything that was overlooked or is it good to go?
Comments please.
