Ladder Rack For Utility Trailer

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I have a 5x8 standard aluminum utility trailer and want to put a raised rack system in it to put 3 kayaks on top and keep the storage below. I would like aluminum construction and at least 450 lbs of capacity. Please give me Your thoughts. Thanks

asked by: Joe B

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You can get something like this # RA-28 which is the highest capacity (400lbs) you'll get for crossbars on a trailer. This kayak carrier would suffice # S510.

expert reply by: Adam E

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Hi Randall, That’s a great question. We checked directly with Malone, and the four side support uprights of the Malone TopTier Load Bar Kit part #MPG493 measure 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" and are made from 16-gauge steel. This kit also comes with the…

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Answer 2

The Malone single kayak trailer #MAL73FR that you referenced would be a really great choice for a single kayak trailer. This would easily fit the length of your kayak as well as the weight of it.

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Answer 3

Hey Rob, thanks for all the info on your trailer wheel/tire. You could use the part #AM3S331 which is correct tire size and wheel size as well as wheel bolt pattern. Your tire size means it is a 13 inch wheel but also the tire size is 185/80-13. What…

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When it comes to installing The CargoSmart Anti-Rattle D-Ring Tie-Down Anchor - Bolt On - 1/2 inch x 3-1/4 inch - 3,666 pounds #3486509 into your aluminum trailer you can. Aluminum is a soft metal and therefore a standard HSS drill bit will be able…

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From my research I found the box mounting dimensions for the 669ES Mountaineer ES require 23 5/8" of minimum crossbar spacing, 34" of maximum crossbar spacing, 20" mounting width and 26" of rear hatch clearance. If this is not the…

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Answer 6

The Thule Force XL XT part #TH6358B is similar but definitely an upgraded version of the Force XL part #TH625. The XT has the latest version of Thule Quick Grip mounting hardware, has the newer angular look to the box, and has better clearance for…

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Hi Brian; the T-Track Adapter for Thule Cargo Boxes with PowerClick #TH27PQ is designed for roof boxes with PowerClick. The Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES uses EasySnap mounts which Thule does not make an adapter for. You can probably make these mounts…

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Yes, you can. The Thule Hullavator item #TH898 will attach to the square bars of the Malone TopTier item #MPG493. You will want to make sure you do not exceed the capacity of the load bar kit. It maxes out at 250 lbs and the Hullavator item #TH898…

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Answer 9

The crossbars that come with the Malone TopTier Load Bar Kit for Utility Trailers #MPG493 measure 78" long. It looks like there was an update sent in between the time that those pages were made so it's possible that the bars used to be…

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Answer 10

The Malone #MPG493 TopTier Load Bar Kit has uprights constructed of galvanized steel that shouldn't need painting. Actually, it's fairly difficult to get paint to stick to galvanized steel, some would say its impossible. The crossbars are…

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Answer 11

I checked with Malone and the uprights of the Malone Top Tier Load Bar Kit #MPG493 are 16 gauge and the load bars are 14 gauge.

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I was able to go out to our warehouse and measure the height of the bend on the vertical support on the Malone TopTier Load Bar Kit for Utility Trailers #MPG493. The bend starts at 41.5", the middle of the bend is at 43.5" and it is…

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