Higher Weight Capacity J Style Kayak Carrier Compatible with Malone MicroSport Trailer

Question

Question:

The specs state that it can haul four 75lbs kayaks. I have an 88lbs kayak, will it compromise trailer integrity if it’s used to haul two kayaks under 75lbs on one side and the heavier 88lbs on the other?

asked by: Doug

0

Expert Reply:

When it comes to carrying your 88-lbs kayak carrier on the Malone MicroSport Trailer # MPG462G2, it's not the trailer with that capacity but the Malone J-Pro Kayak Carrier # MPG117MD that has the 75-lbs capacity. You're not going to damage the trailer, but the carriers may not be able to handle the additional weight.

With that said, you could swap out the Malone carrier that is included and use the Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier - Fixed - Universal Mount # S510 and can carry up to 99-lbs. This would be the best solution for carrying that extra kayak that weighs a little more than the included carriers can handle. The Rhino Rack S510 will fit on the bars of the Malone trailer, so there's nothing to worry about in terms of compatibility.

expert reply by: Erik B

0

Doug

7/17/2020

The specs state that it can haul four 75lbs kayaks. I have an 88lbs kayak, will it compromise trailer integrity if it’s used to haul two kayaks under 75lbs on one side and the heavier 88lbs on the other?

Erik B.

7/17/2020

For a hitch I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch with 2" Receiver # C13393, since the Curt hitches have a much more durable powder coating on them that make them much more resistant to chips in the paint. This is going to translate to less chance for rust and longer life, so it's a great choice. You'll also need a 4 way wiring harness to power the lights on the Malone trailer. I recommend using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118384 which plugs in behind the driver's side bumper. To finish out your towing package I recommend using the etrailer Ball Mount kit # 989900, which comes with multiple ball mounts with varying rise/drop, a 1-7/8" and 2" hitch ball, hitch pin, clip and carrying bag. This is a great choice if you're potentially going to be towing any other trailers and may need to use different rise/drops or different hitch balls. I've linked the installation videos of the hitch and wiring to this answer as well.

Answer 1

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Trailer wiring like the #C56106 that you reference attaches to the vehicle's battery directly as a way to bypass all of the vehicle's delicate wiring circuits to draw power for the trailer's wiring. If you ran the power wire to a circuit…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Hey Barry, yes the lowbed coversion kit part #MAL33TR and the retractable tongue kit part #MPG494 are both a fit for the Malone Microsport Trailer part #MPG460G. What are you planning on using the Microsport for?

view full answer...

Answer 4

Hello Mark, thanks for reaching out. Yes, you can get the bike carrier portion of that separately. Take a look at the following: - Malone Pilot Trailer Bike Rack - Wheel Mount #MPG2100 This is a direct replacement for the rack that comes on the…

view full answer...

Answer 5

Hey Jerry, thanks for reaching out. Sure thing! We do have kayak trailer options that will work really well for carrying your two NuCanoe U10s. We have options with extra-long crossbars which will work great for accommodating those 41" wide…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hey, Jim! I see that you ordered the Malone LowBed MicroSport Trailer part #MPG464-LB. I reached out to Malone and they were able to provide me with a helpful diagram of the trailer with the Retractable Tongue Kit part #MPG494 installed. The total…

view full answer...

Answer 7

The difference between the: -Malone MegaSport Trailer for 2 Heavy Kayaks - 7' Bunks #MPG550-H and the, -Malone MicroSport Trailer for 4 Kayaks #MPG462G2 is that the Malone MegaSport has a higher trailer weight capacity than the MicroSport at…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hey Eric, yes you can replace the wheel/tires of your Malone Microsport part #MPG461GU with the ST145R12 part #AM35354 that you referenced. The sizes are very similar so there would be no clearance issues. Were you wanting to increase speed rating?

view full answer...

Answer 9

The Malone MicroSport Trailer #MPG462G2 for hauling 4 kayaks will come with a bracket like the License Plate Bracket #BK31BB. This will mount using the same hardware as the Driver's-Side LED Taillight #MAL75YR. This taillight has a light on the…

view full answer...