dustboy
Explorer
Just completed this build of a receiver-hitch mounted bike rack. It swings out to allow access to the tailgate.
Features:
-a bolt keys into the shackle mount on my bumper to prevent wobbling
-gas strut holds rack open or closed, regardless of incline
-barrel bolt prevents undesired opening
-2" .125 wall box steel construction
-3/4" grade 8 bolt for pivot
More detailed pics here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/dustboy/BikeRack?feat=directlink
Features:
-a bolt keys into the shackle mount on my bumper to prevent wobbling
-gas strut holds rack open or closed, regardless of incline
-barrel bolt prevents undesired opening
-2" .125 wall box steel construction
-3/4" grade 8 bolt for pivot
More detailed pics here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/dustboy/BikeRack?feat=directlink