P500 Ramp Length/Ramps - P500 in Truck Bed

[Raghorn]

When hauling my bumper pull camper, I plan to bring the P500 with me in the truck bed.

What ramps do you use? How long of ramps would you recommend?

I am planning on the ramps below as the weight rating is more than enough and they are longer than the standard 6 foot ramps (which I have for my atv but are too short, imo). Is 8' sufficient, or should I consider the 9' or 10'? I worry going too long lowers the weight rating.

Please note, I am a chicken when it comes to this crap - worst fear is putting the 500 into the cab or sliding off the ramps...

8 FT UTV Heavy-Duty Folding Arch Ramps

The Titan Wide HD 8 ft ramps are the ultimate solution when loading your UTV and other 4 wheeled items into a tall truck or high trailer.

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For those who will ask or be concerned:
Yes, the 500 will be strapped down tight. The camper is pretty small, only 7000 GVWR at 538 hitch weight and the truck is a GMC Sierra 2500HD duramax. I am also using a WDH. Truck doesn't even know the camper is there. The truck is a standard bed, so I'll have to haul with the tailgate down. Planning on upgrading the shank on the WDH to an 18" shank and getting DG Manufacturing tailgate supports.

 

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[NTCPrezJB]

I have the 10' Folding Arched HD Titan ramps.
Specifically these ones....

10 FT HD Wide 4 Beam UTV Ramps

10 FT HD Wide 4 Beam UTV Ramps available at Titan Ramps. Ships free every day.

www.titanramps.com

...I've used them to put my P500 in the bed of my '96 F350 a few times now. I'd definitely buy them again.

 

[Smitty335]

I have the 10' Folding Arched HD Titan ramps.
Specifically these ones....

10 FT HD Wide 4 Beam UTV Ramps

10 FT HD Wide 4 Beam UTV Ramps available at Titan Ramps. Ships free every day.

www.titanramps.com

...I've used them to put my P500 in the bed of my '96 F350 a few times now. I'd definitely buy them again.

They're great for loading lawn mowers also, keeps the deck from hanging up.

 

[SILVER_ALERT]

You might give this company a look. I have bought ramps and other items from them and have been quite pleased.

Ramps, Carriers, Lifts, & More | Discount Ramps

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[Raghorn]

I have the 10' Folding Arched HD Titan ramps.
Specifically these ones....

10 FT HD Wide 4 Beam UTV Ramps

10 FT HD Wide 4 Beam UTV Ramps available at Titan Ramps. Ships free every day.

www.titanramps.com

...I've used them to put my P500 in the bed of my '96 F350 a few times now. I'd definitely buy them again.

Nice! Thanks for the feedback. Yeah, I was wondering if I should make the jump to these. It is nice not having to find favorable ground (hill, ditch, etc.) to level out the loading.

 

[Raghorn]

You might give this company a look. I have bought ramps and other items from them and have been quite pleased.

Ramps, Carriers, Lifts, & More | Discount Ramps

Shop Discount Ramps for the best prices on ramps & equipment for all your loading, hauling, and mobility needs. Free Shipping on mobility products!

www.discountramps.com

Thanks! I'll give them a look.

 

[trigger]

Ahh you'll be fine! Just make sure someone's rolling video. 👍
Seriously though, lean a 2x8 up at the front of the bed, that'll stop you from going through the window. I owned a set of Titan folding ramps, they're wide and strong and makes the whole thing less intimidating. Once you've done it it's no big deal.

 

[Raghorn]

Ahh you'll be fine! Just make sure someone's rolling video. 👍
Seriously though, lean a 2x8 up at the front of the bed, that'll stop you from going through the window. I owned a set of Titan folding ramps, they're wide and strong and makes the whole thing less intimidating. Once you've done it it's no big deal.

Yeah, I do it all the time with my atv, but still don't like it! Haha. I was planning on putting board or something in front to help me not worry about the cab/window. Thought about investing in a headache rack.

I was going to ask if you ever sold your ironman hitch setup.

I know that sturdy, longer ramps will make a huge difference, even for my atv.

 

[Raghorn]

 

[lee]

I was going to ask if you ever sold your ironman hitch setup.

Yes he did.

 

[Raghorn]

Yes he did.

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Excellent! I figured as much. Looks like they don't make them anymore - can't find them new.

 

[SILVER_ALERT]

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Looks like the mullet brothers are having a bad day. Even lost a shoe. Be careful, @trigger will probably try to convince you that will never happen if you put nerf bars on your P500.

 

[futzin]

Not Nerf bars . . . HERO bars!!

 

[Bomersteve35]

8 foot ramps made myself out of a 2x8 and.some aluminum bracing I also put a few cross bars on them and they rest in the stake bed pockets. For me the 2001 gmc tailgate is a bit weak and starting to crown form all the atvs and firewood over the years. Now with the p520 it will be in the bed of the truck and I will be towing a 16 full size enclosed with bikes. Bummer that it is to long to shut the tail gate. I think if the front bumper was off the tailgate would shut.my Truck is a long bed and has air bags. Last years October trip I had 4 quads in the trailer and a 350x,lt80, popane,gas and a 55 gallon drum of water in the truck totaling 15,900 lbs truck did perfect

 

[Raghorn]

8 foot ramps made myself out of a 2x8 and.some aluminum bracing I also put a few cross bars on them and they rest in the stake bed pockets. For me the 2001 gmc tailgate is a bit weak and starting to crown form all the atvs and firewood over the years. Now with the p520 it will be in the bed of the truck and I will be towing a 16 full size enclosed with bikes. Bummer that it is to long to shut the tail gate. I think if the front bumper was off the tailgate would shut.my Truck is a long bed and has air bags. Last years October trip I had 4 quads in the trailer and a 350x,lt80, popane,gas and a 55 gallon drum of water in the truck totaling 15,900 lbs truck did perfectView attachment 255268View attachment 255270View attachment 255269View attachment 255269

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Most excellent. Thank you! Never wanted a long box until I start hauling more and more! Haha.

8ft doesn't seem too steep for you to feel comfortable loading your 520?

 

[Bomersteve35]

Most excellent. Thank you! Never wanted a long box until I start hauling more and more! Haha.

8ft doesn't seem too steep for you to feel comfortable loading your 520?

I don't like height at all and it's kinda sketchy to take 10 grand up ramps like that. I do it in 4wd so I don't spin tires but the plan is to install the winch and then I want to make a front rack in my bed and bolt it down. Then I will be able to winch up in the truck and lock the front tires against something. I like the ramps for sideboard I leave them in all the time. Great for firewood or dump runs. 2 ramps never fit under my atv and if you had folding ones I don't know if you would get 2 under a pioneet

 

[NTCPrezJB]

I don't like height at all and it's kinda sketchy to take 10 grand up ramps like that. I do it in 4wd so I don't spin tires but the plan is to install the winch and then I want to make a front rack in my bed and bolt it down. Then I will be able to winch up in the truck and lock the front tires against something. I like the ramps for sideboard I leave them in all the time. Great for firewood or dump runs. 2 ramps never fit under my atv and if you had folding ones I don't know if you would get 2 under a pioneet

I can put both of my ramps under the P500.

 

[HUCK]

When hauling my bumper pull camper, I plan to bring the P500 with me in the truck bed.

What ramps do you use? How long of ramps would you recommend?

I am planning on the ramps below as the weight rating is more than enough and they are longer than the standard 6 foot ramps (which I have for my atv but are too short, imo). Is 8' sufficient, or should I consider the 9' or 10'? I worry going too long lowers the weight rating.

Please note, I am a chicken when it comes to this crap - worst fear is putting the 500 into the cab or sliding off the ramps...

8 FT UTV Heavy-Duty Folding Arch Ramps

The Titan Wide HD 8 ft ramps are the ultimate solution when loading your UTV and other 4 wheeled items into a tall truck or high trailer.

www.titanramps.com

For those who will ask or be concerned:
Yes, the 500 will be strapped down tight. The camper is pretty small, only 7000 GVWR at 538 hitch weight and the truck is a GMC Sierra 2500HD duramax. I am also using a WDH. Truck doesn't even know the camper is there. The truck is a standard bed, so I'll have to haul with the tailgate down. Planning on upgrading the shank on the WDH to an 18" shank and getting DG Manufacturing tailgate supports.
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8ft is fine .4x4 low and crawl right up . No worries BUT the longer the ramps the less intimidating it will be the first few times . I have backed mine into the bed with my Tractor Supply 8' ers . An old tire would maybe work good up front to protect the bed then you could just toss it in when you need it .

 

[Raghorn]

8ft is fine .4x4 low and crawl right up . No worries BUT the longer the ramps the less intimidating it will be the first few times . I have backed mine into the bed with my Tractor Supply 8' ers . An old tire would maybe work good up front to protect the bed then you could just toss it in when you need it .

Thank you, great feedback!

 

[alloutdoors]

I concur, the longer ramps are not as scary but above all else be safe and take your time, no rushing this task!