Swamphunter Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 A few weeks ago, I got hurt in the woods and had to have some friends come help me out of the woods. I never told anyone here because I was to embarassed, but had hurt my knee and couldn't walk on it. Well, I am back to health for the most part. Here is my question, I want to be able to utilize my ATV when needed on my land. I do have trails cut, but never bring it along. Here is my question... What is your ATV hauling set-up. A utility trailer is out of the question due to limited space to park and turn around. It HAS to be in the back of my truck. I currently have an ATV ramp that is not long enough, and I am either going to purchase a longer tri-fold ramp, or the two piece ramps that are just over 80" long. With the ATV in the back of the truck, it doesn't save me much room for a giant buck. I thought about a hitch hauler for the back of either the ATV or the truck....just wondering what you all do. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 I use a trailer but once you get the atv in the truck attach a game rack to the back of your truck and haul the deer that way. I have hauled deer myself with this rack using the trailer hitch. Just a thought. Cabelas: Shop > Automotive & ATV > Auto Exterior > Cargo Carriers & Bike Racks > You are here: Masterbuilt Magnum HITCH-HAUL® Masterbuilt Magnum HITCH-HAUL® Overall Customer Rating:4.2 out of 5 Read all reviews Write a review [/url] Read Reviews(28) | Write a Review Have you used this product? Be the first to write a review! Product Reviews Additional Info• Field Test Report• Buyer's Guide The Magnum HITCH-HAUL® is the answer when you need just a bit more room on your hitch-mounted cargo rack to haul more items or free up space inside the vehicle. The Magnum HITCH-HAUL® is 23-1/2" x 60" with heavy-gauge side rails that are 3" high and 1" wide. It's made of powder-coated steel, slides conveniently into your 2" hitch receiver and will hold up to 500 lbs. of cargo. This carrier is not recommended for use with vehicles that have exhaust pipes that vent straight back (toward the carrier). The heat could cause damage to items on the carrier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 Try this. I use this one from Cabelas. Shop > Automotive & ATV > Auto Exterior > Cargo Carriers & Bike Racks > You are here: Masterbuilt Magnum HITCH-HAUL® Masterbuilt Magnum HITCH-HAUL® Overall Customer Rating:4.2 out of 5 Read all reviews Write a review [/url] Read Reviews(28) | Write a Review Have you used this product? Be the first to write a review! Product Reviews Additional Info• Field Test Report• Buyer's Guide The Magnum HITCH-HAUL® is the answer when you need just a bit more room on your hitch-mounted cargo rack to haul more items or free up space inside the vehicle. The Magnum HITCH-HAUL® is 23-1/2" x 60" with heavy-gauge side rails that are 3" high and 1" wide. It's made of powder-coated steel, slides conveniently into your 2" hitch receiver and will hold up to 500 lbs. of cargo. This carrier is not recommended for use with vehicles that have exhaust pipes that vent straight back (toward the carrier). The heat could cause damage to items on the carrier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 This works if it shows up on this thread this time. I've used this for years and it's still going strong. Masterbuilt Magnum HITCH-HAUL® Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruse Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 (edited) Well I went and got a ulitilty trailor. I didn't want to but after being in a hurry one afternoon I drove my arctic cat 400 through my F 150's back glass. It was funny my daughter said ooh I am telling mamma. Any way the arctic cat has a 2 in hitch so I can pull the trailor with it and the truck. It saves me room for the big buck and also get used for all other hauling since it is easier to load on the trailor than the back of the truck. Just think about a deep freeze or fridge. I also have the hitch and haul like above but when I take the atv the trailor goes. Good luck bruse Edited November 24, 2008 by bruse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 Yes, that can bite not being able to get out of the woods. Glad your feeling better Ken. A short bed p/u should fit any ATV with the tailgate open, but you need to fasten it and the ramp good for travel. I have a bi fold ramp that fits under the quad and has chains that hook to the cables of the tailgate to secure it to the truck when taking it on or off. A 6' bed Silverado. I do not bring the ATV anywhere near where I am hunting, foot power to the stands. We get it when we need it to retrieve downed game. I have also put on a additional muffler silencer to be less noisy and disturbing when we have to get in the woods to do anything. I have rode right up to deer and have been complimented on by neighbors for how quiet it is. http://www.jcwhitney.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product?storeId=10101&Pr=p_Product.CATENTRY_ID%3A2014887&productId=2014887&catalogId=10113 To bad we can't put a computer on it and make it come like Nightrider did with Kit:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacherman Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 I always use a trailer. I have a 5x10 that I use. I don't have any way of loading or unloading my atv off my truck, so I have to use my trailer. I have no issues of turning around, though. I have seen people use the things that hook in the hitch and they work well also. Wish I could help you Ken, but I am stuck as to what you could do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohiobucks Posted November 24, 2008 Report Share Posted November 24, 2008 Leave the giant buck strapped to the ATV racks in the bed of your truck.....or get rid of your hunting partner and all of his gear...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie234 Posted November 25, 2008 Report Share Posted November 25, 2008 I usually have too much stuff and have to use a trailer. If I'm not hunting and haul the atv in my truck I make some ramp out of 2X12 using and set of alum ramp ends I got from tractor supply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted November 25, 2008 Report Share Posted November 25, 2008 I use homemade steel ramps to get the 4 wheeler in/out of the truck Ken. When I have hunted away from home and used the 4 wheeler I have left the deer on the 4 wheeler rack and loaded it in the truck on the 4 wheeler rack. Just be sure to strap it down real good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamphunter Posted November 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 Just picked these up for $112 (after my ebay discount coupon) Merry Christmas to me!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted December 4, 2008 Report Share Posted December 4, 2008 Good ramps...light weight too. Do they have any cables or chains to attach it to the tailgate or truck? The ramp will want to kick out as the ATV climbs it. The cables or chain prevent that provided they are attached to the truck somewhere. I hook mine around the base of the tailgate cables. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted December 4, 2008 Report Share Posted December 4, 2008 I use the tri-fold ramps (the long version) and my truck sits up pretty high, and I have no problem loading/unloading. For the most part, I just leave the deer strapped to the rack on the 4wheeler if it's too big to unload into the bed of the truck and not have enough room for the fourwheeler. The cargo hauler would be a good option though, and one I may try, because it won't get in the way of your ramps, and if you're alone, it easier to load the deer on then trying to get it up in the bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted December 4, 2008 Report Share Posted December 4, 2008 Good ramps...light weight too. Do they have any cables or chains to attach it to the tailgate or truck? The ramp will want to kick out as the ATV climbs it. The cables or chain prevent that provided they are attached to the truck somewhere. I hook mine around the base of the tailgate cables. Good tip. Reminds me I need to get a new cable for one side for my 3/4 ton truck. I usually tie a ratchet strap to each ramp and then to the hitch on the truck. Anything to keep them from working back when you are going up or down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted December 4, 2008 Report Share Posted December 4, 2008 These are the ones I have... http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_578_578 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamphunter Posted December 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2008 Good tip. Reminds me I need to get a new cable for one side for my 3/4 ton truck. I usually tie a ratchet strap to each ramp and then to the hitch on the truck. Anything to keep them from working back when you are going up or down. Yes they do have straps, the cinch type which I will replace with ratcheting. You must still be careful with straps if they are thin or simply the cinch type. I had some cheaper straps that were simply the cinch ones, this combined with a bi-fold ramp that was a bit too short for my taller 3/4 ton truck cause my ATV to fall out of the back while going up. As the ATV was just going into the truck (rear tires), the cinch gave just enough to allow the fingers to come off the back of the tailgate causing my ATV to land on the muffler, and then roll over completely upside down. $800.00 later, she's good as new. That is the reason for the change. I too also strap from the ramps to my hitch..(where the chains connect that hang off a trailer). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mehunter Posted December 6, 2008 Report Share Posted December 6, 2008 I had the same thing happen to me with a tri-fold ramp. You will be happier with the longer ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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