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- Recommended Trimmer Rack for Open Utility Trailer with Round Top Rail
- All of our Trimmer Racks are bolt mounted, so you will have to custom mount them on a round top rail. You will either have to run bolts through your tube or run U-Bolts around your top tube.
For a Trimmer Rack, I recommend the Pack'Em Rack # PK-6-OP1. This holds 3 trimmers, 1 blower, 1 line spool, and one cooler. It is a very nice system with a gray powder coat finish. This does not come with mounting hardware, but does come with keyed alike locks.
If you are looking for a more...
view full answer... - Lockable Trimmer and Blower Rack Recommendation for a Trailer
- Yes we do, for a combination trimmer and blower rack that is lockable you would want the part # PK-6-OP1.
This product is designed to be installed on a trailer, but if you wanted to install it in a storage shed you could as well.
I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Recommended Tie-Down Kit for Golf Cart Transported in Pickup
- The safest way to secure a 4-wheeled vehicle like a golf cart in a truck bed is to use wheel nets that secure to the truck bed in some manner.
The Erickson E-Track Tie-Down Kit # EM09160 is one option that is similar to the Pack 'Em kit you referenced, part # PK-WTD, although I prefer the Erickson since it includes 4 wheel chocks not 2. The Erickson also wins in terms of ease of disconnecting everything, thanks to the spring-loaded E-Track clips which detach easily. You only need to...
view full answer... - Using PackEm Wheel Tie-Down Kit # PK-WTD for Transporting Lawn Mower
- The Pack'Em Wheel Tie-Down Kit # PK-WTD that you referenced includes parts to secure one wheel of a wheeled machine. It comes with two chocks, one strap and the required mounting hardware.
If your mower's weight is within the rated capacity for this kit then you may just want to use some other additional cargo control to help hold down the other end of the mower. For instance we offer ratcheting tie downs such as # EM31352 from Erickson. This might be ideal to hold the mower down to...
view full answer... - Easy to Use Ladder Rack Options for an Enclosed Trailer
- I do have an easy way that will allow you to carry multiple ladders on your enclosed trailer, however, none of them mount to the roof and tilt down for loading/securing.
I recommend using the Pack'Em Ladder Rack part # PK-28WL2-BM as this will be your best option. The Pack'Em ladder racks attach to the exterior walls of your enclosed trailer and will allow you to carry up to 2 ladders on each side of the trailer without having to climb up on the roof to secure them. As long as your...
view full answer... - Will the Pack Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers Hold an Echo Backpack Blower
- The Pack Em Rack, # PK-6-OP1, will hold an Echo backpack blower, but you will need to use the Rack Em Backpack Blower Adapter, # RA-STIHL.
To attach to the blower frame, the tubing must be slit lengthwise and wrapped around the frame before attaching the adapter plate with the 2 small U-bolts. The tubing will protect the frame and help hold the plate in place. Tighten the lock nuts until the plate starts to compress the tubing and it is held securely in place. Do not over tighten. Make...
view full answer... - Recommended Roof Rack For 2002 Wells Cargo Enclosed utility Trailer
- We have a couple options that will work for your Wells Cargo trailer.
The first rack I recommend is the Rack'em Fitz-All Enclosed Trailer Ladder Rack, part # RA-28. This rack has a telescoping design and will fit trailers from 4 ft to 8-1/2 ft wide. It has a 400 lb weight capacity and is made of heavy duty aluminum.
The second rack that would work for you is the Pack'Em Ladder Rack Bracket Kit for Enclosed Trailers, part # PK-28B. This is a ladder rack you can create using either...
view full answer... - Package Contents Of Trimmer Racks For Enclosed Trailers
- For products like the Rackem Trimmer Rack for Enclosed Cargo Trailers # RA-5 and the Pack'Em Trimmer Rack for Enclosed Trailers # PK-6-5 when the page states quantity 1, that does mean one set of rails to make the one rack.
view full answer... - Recommended Nuts and Bolts to Install the PackEm Rack for Utility Trailers # PK-6-OP1
- I checked with our contact at Packem and he informed me that they usually recommend using 5/16 x 1-1/2 bolts that are grade 5 or 8 with flat washers and matching lock nuts to instal the Pack Em Rack for Utility Trailer # PK-6-OP1.
view full answer... - What is the Recommended Distance Center to Center for the PackEm Trimmer Rack # PK-6
- There is no recommended center to center distance for the Pack Em Trimmer Rack, # PK-6, but they must be mounted a minimum of 3ft apart. Trimmers come in different sizes and lengths, so it is best to mount the racks to fit your specific trimmers. The distance between the racks will also depend on where you plan on holding the trimmers. Typically, trimmer racks are mounted to hold the trimmer at the trimmer handle and on the neck, about a foot or two from the trimmer head.
If you measure...
view full answer... - Dimensions of the Pack Em Shovel Rack Part # PK-23
- I went to our warehouse to pull get the Pack 'Em shovel rack # PK-23 to provide you some measurements.
The outside diameter of the pre-cut holes is 2-3/8 inches and the internal diameter is 0.80 inches and can stretch to about 1.33 inches. The distance eye to eye is 4.36 inches or 4-3/8 inches.
The height is 3-3/4 inches and the width is 2-3/8 inches. The length from either end to the center mounting hole is 13-1/8 inches. The overall length is 26-1/4 inches.
If you need the...
view full answer... - Can Pack-Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers Part # PK-6-OP1 Fit a Tubular Frame Trailer
- My contact at Pack-Em advises that their Rack for Open Utility Trailers, part # PK-6-OP1, can mount to a trailer that has a (round) tubular frame rail. Since mounting hardware is not included with this item you have the options of drilling into your trailer frame to install the two towers with your own hardware or using u-bolts to attach them to your trailer rail, which would avoid the need to drill your trailer. The two main C-channel upright towers measure 2-inches wide x 1-inch deep.
We...
view full answer... - Is Backpack Blower Accessory Available As a Separate Item For PackEm Trimmer Rack
- Unfortunately, the backpack blower rack is only available as part of the Pack'Em Expansion Pack, part # PK-OP1.
This kit holds a blower, a trimmer line spool and a cooler. I wish these were available as a separate item but they are only available in the kit.
view full answer... - Installation of the Pack Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers, # PK-6-OP1
- The Pack Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers, # PK-6-OP1, installs as follows:
Mounts securely to the bottom rail of your open utility trailer. Just line up the towers of the base trimmer rack, approximately 3 feet apart, to determine where on your trailer you will need to drill. Then attach the pre-drilled towers with bolts (not included). This rack system is not designed to be welded to your trailer.
Be sure to face the rack toward the outside of the trailer for easy access to your...
view full answer... - Can the Back Pack Blower Be Locked to PackEm Rack for Open Utility Trailers # PK-6-OP1
- The PackEm Rack for Open Utility Trailers, part # PK-6-OP1 uses a backpack blower holder that is designed to securely grip your blower at its grab handle. Simply hang your blower from the hook and then fold down the integrated steel arm. Once the arm is properly positioned over the hook, you can lock it in place with one of the included keyed-alike padlocks.
If you have a STIHL BR420 model backpack blower you will need to purchase an additional adapter for it to be used on the PackEm...
view full answer... - What Do the Trimmer Mounts Look Like on the Pack Em Trimmer and Blower Carrier for Open Trailers
- The trimmer holder part of the Pack em rack # PK-6-OP1 does look very similar to the other racks Pack em offers. One end has the long flat hook with the slot in the middle and the other end has the rounded hook. Take a look at the pictures I have included that show some of the various components that make up this rack. You can also look at part # PK-6S2 for the appearance of the trimmer portion.
view full answer... - Converting an Open Trailer Trimmer Rack to an Enclosed Trailer Trimmer Rack
- The kit to convert a Pack'em trimmer rack for utility trailers to one used for enclosed trailers you will need the conversion kit # PK-5KIT.
view full answer... - Tie Down Recommendation for Arctic Cat Wildcat SxS
- Going with a tire mounted tie down system like the part # PK-WTD would be a great option. Since this secures the SxS by the tires you wouldn't have to worry about the suspension causing the SxSs to slightly move around on the trailer. We had similar issues with dirt bikes back in the day till we went with wheel chocks. Bumps would cause the tires to move and would require us to go back and secure them again.
view full answer... - Installing the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers on a Trailer with 24 inch Tall Side Rails
- I spoke to my contact at Pack' Em and he informed me that your best option would be to install the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers # PK-6-OP1 on your trailer but to install it about 12 inches from the floor of your trailer. Installing it in this manner would not interfere with the conduit either.
You would need to install each upright post of the # PK-6-OP1 on the vertical posts that attach the top railing of your trailer to the trailer frame. The only issue you might run into...
view full answer... - What is the Difference Between the # PK-BM-23 and the # PK-23
- The difference between the Pack'Em Shovel Rack # PK-BM-23 and the Shovel Rack for Pack'Em Racks # PK-23 is that the # PK-BM-23 comes with the # PK-23 and a Tower Kit # PK-BM.
The # PK-BM is basically the foundation for the # PK-23 and can be ordered separately.
If you do not already have a # PK-BM already you would want to go ahead and get the # PK-BM-23.
view full answer... - Recommendation for Lockable Trailer Rack to Hold Two Trimmers and Leaf Blower
- Assuming that you have an open utility trailer, the Pack'Em Trimmer Rack, # PK-6, would work great to hold your two trimmers. 4 keyed-alike padlocks are included to secure your trimmers to the rack.
I spoke with my contact at Pack'Em and currently there are no racks available that are specifically made for a handheld blower. They do offer an Expansion Pack, # PK-OP1, which includes a mount for a backpack blower as well as a trimmer line spool and round cooler. You may be able to use...
view full answer... - Can The Pack-Em Ladder Rack Bracket Kit Be Installed on a Trailer with a Flat Top and Rain Gutter
- The Pack-Em Ladder Rack Bracket Kit can be mounted on a trailer with a flat top and a rain gutter. You will want to make sure that the bracket is mounted to the header on your trailer. This header will provide additional support for the ladder rack.
The brackets should be tall enough to not interfere with your rain gutters. I have included an installation video of a very similar rack system on a trailer. In this video modifications were needed, and this might be the same for your particular...
view full answer... - Utility Trailer Shovel and Trimmer Rack Recommendations
- The Pack'Em Shovel Rack for Open Utility Trailers # PK-BM-23 will hold up to 6 shovels and would work well for you. I attached an installed picture and review video for you to check out.
Then for a trimmer rack the # PK-6 would work great too. These need to be mounted a minimum of 3 feet apart. Review video and picture attached for this as well.
view full answer... - How Many Pack Em Wheel Straps Are Required for Securing ATV
- The recommendation for the Pack'Em Wheel Tie-Down Kit # PK-WTD is to use two per ATV. I would go with the front wheels if the vehicle will be facing towards the front of the trailer.
Going with 4 might be a bit overkill, but if it gives you peace of mind then I would say go for it.
view full answer... - Is an Adapter Needed to Mount a Hasqvarna Backpack Blower on Pack Em Rack # PK-6-OP1
- Adapters are required for STIHL 420, 550, and 600, ECHO or RedMax backpack blowers but not for other models such as your Hasqvana. You should not have any problems using it on the Pack Em Rack # PK-6-OP1.
view full answer... - How Does the Pack'Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 Install on a Trailer
- The Pack'Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 that you referenced is not designed to be welded to a trailer. In the install notes Pack'Em makes it very clear that this should be bolted to a trailer with Grade 8 hardware.
view full answer... - Blower Rack Adapter Recommendation for the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers with a Stihl BR450
- Yes, you would still need to use the Stihl Adapter part # RA-STIHL with your Stihl BR450 C with the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers # PK-6-OP1 that you referenced.
view full answer... - Can Pack'Em Wheel Tie-Down Kits # PK-WTD be Used to Secure a 1971 Chevy Corvette in a Trailer
- First, the 2,000 pound capacity would be for each of the Pack'Em Wheel Tie-Down Kits # PK-WTD. So you would need at least 2 kits to have enough capacity for the 3,593 pound 1971 Chevy Corvette. Other than that as long as the tire diameter is 30 inches or less you can use this tie down kit.
You will also want to make sure the chock part of the kit is attached to the frame of the trailer or you will want to use a steel backing plate on the bottom of the trailer to better disperse the force...
view full answer... - Adapter Recommendation to Carry a Stihl BR 430 on a Rackem Blower Rack part # PK-6-OP1
- Yes, you will need the Rack'Em Backpack Blower Adapter part # RA-STIHL to carry your Stihl BR 430 on the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers # PK-6-OP1.
view full answer... - Is Pack'Em Wheel Tie-Down Kit For One Or Two Wheels
- The Pack'Em Wheel Tie-Down Kit for Transporting Machines w/ Wheels, part # PK-WTD is designed to secure one tire in place on a truck bed or deck.
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