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05-12-2015, 10:08 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' Flying Cloud
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Georgetown (winter)Thayne (summer)
, Texas & Wyoming
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 6,692
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Originally Posted by robert claus
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Actually, the Fiamma rack mounted in rear, though expensive, works quite well and the added weight on the "back end", is not a bad thing here...it offsets the hitch weight a bit...and your only talking typically, around 30-50~lbs anyway for 2 of today's bikes? You really want to "lighten" the weight on front hitch to equalize the load as much as possible. We store additional offsetting weight (supplies, etc.) under our rear dinette also for this reason.
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05-12-2015, 10:52 AM
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Lost in America
2015 27' FB International
2006 25' Safari FB SE
2004 19' International CCD
Santa Fe
, New Mexico
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 2,156
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gypsydad
You really want to "lighten" the weight on front hitch to equalize the load as much as possible. We store additional offsetting weight (supplies, etc.) under our rear dinette also for this reason.
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Actually you don't want to lighten the weight on the hitch "as much as possible". Insufficient weight on the hitch with too much weight behind the trailer axles increases the potential for trailer sway. If you are going to use a hitch mount bike rack as I have for 8 years, you want a TV that can handle the hitch weight and combined payload.
However, this new mounting system looks like it could use a third leg for support.
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05-13-2015, 05:36 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' Flying Cloud
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Georgetown (winter)Thayne (summer)
, Texas & Wyoming
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mojo
Actually you don't want to lighten the weight on the hitch "as much as possible". Insufficient weight on the hitch with too much weight behind the trailer axles increases the potential for trailer sway. If you are going to use a hitch mount bike rack as I have for 8 years, you want a TV that can handle the hitch weight and combined payload.
However, this new mounting system looks like it could use a third leg for support.
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Your correct; I am thinking it already is close to 1000 lbs and with chairs and such up front, tools, chocks, etc, it can go over if not careful; most folks aren't going to load the rear that much (I hope)! But you never know. Thanks for correcting...
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05-13-2015, 10:39 AM
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2013 30' Classic
Greenwood
, Mississippi
Join Date: Oct 2012
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It may not have to go over the propane tanks. It may fit behind the propane tanks.
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05-13-2015, 10:55 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2014 27' FB Classic
Cassopolis
, Michigan
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 52
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I bought and returned a Stromberg Carlson Bike Bunk hitch bike mount. I decided the tanks are so tall that the bikes would also need to be mounted high, making putting them on and off the bike racks around the tongue and tanks very difficult. Also, the hitch length on my 99 Safari 25 is pretty short, and my expensive bikes could possibly get crushed against my Expedition while turning and backing up. So, I've gone back to my old board with a couple of fork mount brackets that fits 2 bikes side by side either in the trailer or the truck while towing.
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05-13-2015, 11:36 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2018 33' Classic
Newport
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 239
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Looks like a mishap waiting to happen, if you have a cap on the TV.
you may need a ladder to install the bikes.
the rear bike rack looks better to me
Earl
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05-13-2015, 11:50 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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Kinda like the Arvika system but you have to purchase the rack that slides into the receiver, so you'd have to add that to the cost.
I have the Arvika system and it appears a more integrated solution for an Airstream but at a higher cost. Since its a Canadian company the exchange rates are better now so it should be cheaper than when I purchased in 2013.
Kelvin
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05-13-2015, 12:15 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2014 25' Flying Cloud
1987 29' Sovereign
1978 31' Sovereign
Tampa Bay
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 412
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Add ons: bike rack; awnings
Any thoughts/comments/recommendations/suggestions regarding the restrictions in permanently attaching the (2 bike) Fiammama bike-carry? Just got a price on one w installation but are proceeding cautiously not understanding all the limitations of opening the back window & whether the bumper storage can be accessed with that bike rack loaded. Also contemplatiing awnings all the way around...thoughts/comments/recommendations/suggestions on those? Or are they just one more thing that adds to the set up/down process?
2014 FC FB
Thanks,
369goose
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05-13-2015, 12:38 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2014 27' FB International
North Salt Lake
, Utah
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 29
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Not the best picture, but the Thule 500xt Xsporter Pro truck bed rack works well with the trailer:
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05-13-2015, 01:14 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' Flying Cloud
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Georgetown (winter)Thayne (summer)
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Join Date: Jan 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 369goose
Any thoughts/comments/recommendations/suggestions regarding the restrictions in permanently attaching the (2 bike) Fiammama bike-carry? Just got a price on one w installation but are proceeding cautiously not understanding all the limitations of opening the back window & whether the bumper storage can be accessed with that bike rack loaded. Also contemplatiing awnings all the way around...thoughts/comments/recommendations/suggestions on those? Or are they just one more thing that adds to the set up/down process?
2014 FC FB
Thanks,
369goose
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We have both Fiamma and awnings all around. Very happy. 2014' 25' FC. No issues with bumper access.
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05-13-2015, 06:10 PM
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1 Rivet Member
2009 22' Interstate
Lake City
, Michigan
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 15
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Anyone ever see a front mount bike rack for a Sprinter/Airstream???? We have a box on the back 2" receiver but sure would like to bring the bikes along. Any ideas would be appreciated.
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05-13-2015, 07:01 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2012 30' Classic
Wildwood
, Missouri
Join Date: Sep 2020
Posts: 285
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Fabricated board for hauling bikes inside AS
Quote:
Originally Posted by biyak269
I bought and returned a Stromberg Carlson Bike Bunk hitch bike mount. I decided the tanks are so tall that the bikes would also need to be mounted high, making putting them on and off the bike racks around the tongue and tanks very difficult. Also, the hitch length on my 99 Safari 25 is pretty short, and my expensive bikes could possibly get crushed against my Expedition while turning and backing up. So, I've gone back to my old board with a couple of fork mount brackets that fits 2 bikes side by side either in the trailer or the truck while towing.
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I'd love to see a picture of the "board" that you fabricated to hold two bikes inside your AS please - sounds like a good idea to me.
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05-14-2015, 06:34 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2014 27' FB Classic
Cassopolis
, Michigan
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 52
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Here's by bike board. It's a 2x10 about 28" long with fork mount brackets mounted offset to each other and far enough apart to keep handlebars from hitting. The side with the mountain bike has two brackets, one for old style skewers, the other is a Kuat that I recently installed for the new bike's 15mm beefy skewer. I've put four rubber feet on the bottom.
In the trailer this rig generally rides in the front living room area, with the board near the couch. The bikes' rear wheels can swing like gates to put them wherever you want them to go. I use no channels or other retention for the rear wheels; they pretty much take care of themselves. This same assembly, bikes and all, fits in the back of my Expedition to keep the bikes from falling over. The only downside to using it inside the AS is that I need to take the bikes and board out to set up for the night.
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05-14-2015, 07:04 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2005 19' Safari
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 406
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I do something similar to the bike board but I mounted the stays to the boards under my dinette cushions.
https://flic.kr/s/aHsjwuCgcZ
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