nomad hitch hauler

[borto1990]

Well, I leave in 30 minutes to pick up my new 08.. FINALLY. My question.. I am getting a hitch put on and at times when I don't want to pull a trailer (which I don't have yet) I was thinking like a trunk box on a hitch haul type gig. How much weight can be back there like that? I also want to fab up a bracket that goes to it that will hold 2 sets of golf clubs.

[faxxxy]

Originally Posted by borto1990

I also want to fab up a bracket that goes to it that will hold 2 sets of golf clubs.

Just keep it on the path. ;)

Umm.. If you do design this, I want pics.
If you don't, I might!

[radco]

Great Question..Ill be watching his,,as for Clubs that wont be a big problem,, There is a set up on line for 1 set,, Havent seen 2,, Now to remember where I saww it LOL..CRS you know ..The back rack is also premade,, BUT looks easy to make if you have a welder.. Several members have them,,,,.. I look for the Club rack,,,,PLEASE post what you find or do! and if you make something PLEASE post Pics.....Thanks,,Rich

[zoom45]

I made a box for my bike. I can carry 2 gallons of gas or rain suits, tools and extras. The box and hitch frame weighs about 16 lbs empty. You can't tell it's on the bike so that little weight doesn't affect anything. Cheap but it works.
http://s182.photobucket.com/albums/x...5/Hitch%20Box/

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x...r/P8060015.jpg

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[borto1990]

zoom. what kind of box is that.. lockable? I've been looking for small diamond plate truck boxes but seen a few poly jobs..

[damark115]

i think i saw a club holder a year ago on this forum. not sure who

[zoom45]

It's a cheap box I got in the Wal-Mart automotive section. It does lock(one on each side) but it's made of lightweight plastic. It is pretty sturdy. You could mount any type of box on it real easy. I just ran the main tube that plugs into the receiver and welded two cross pieces to support the box. It has 4 bolts holding it on. I also added two LED lights that plug into my trailer connector. If you mount a box that is any taller you will need lights on it. Mine is low enough the original brake light and tag can be seen from the rear but I added the other lights just for extra visibility.
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[zoom45]

Here's one for golf bags:
http://innovagolf.com/augobagcarca.html

The one in this link would be easy to make:
http://www.alsmotorcycleaccessories....golf_rack.html

This one is weird but will work:
http://www.ironhorsecaddybag.com/

[bigjohn]

Innovated allright. But, pricey!

[Cajunrider]

Originally Posted by zoom45

It's a cheap box I got in the Wal-Mart automotive section. It does lock(one on each side) but it's made of lightweight plastic. It is pretty sturdy. You could mount any type of box on it real easy. I just ran the main tube that plugs into the receiver and welded two cross pieces to support the box. It has 4 bolts holding it on. I also added two LED lights that plug into my trailer connector. If you mount a box that is any taller you will need lights on it. Mine is low enough the original brake light and tag can be seen from the rear but I added the other lights just for extra visibility.
Zoom45

Nice job Z. I'm sure it comes in handy for short runs to the store and such.

[borto1990]

ok, so how much weight do you think it can handle.. 40, 50 lbs with box and gear?

[zoom45]

I would be ok with 50 lbs total in the box. My trailer tongue weight is about 23 when fully loaded so that is light and doesn't affect it at all. With the box on and loaded with my T-bag fully loaded it has probably 80lbs sitting behind the passenger.
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