Pota Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Hey guys, I'm looking to buy something to load/unload my sled for my pick up truck. With all the expertise here, I figure someone can point me in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimrr Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Pm me your email and I will send you a video and contact info for a great ramp. I tried to post it but wouldn't work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northstar Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 goggle REVARC snowmobile ramp works good watch the you tube video Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sledjunk Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Check with Brian (rampman). His Lock and Roll system is quite good. Search for Lock and Roll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunz Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 I've seen a few of the guys use the ramp from princess auto or royal but call wild bill at rosseau Rd he might be able to set u up with one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Sled Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 I've seen a few of the guys use the ramp from princess auto or royal but call wild bill at rosseau Rd he might be able to set u up with one Probably your best bet... typically if Wild Bill recommends something it's because he has used it himself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Check with Brian (rampman). His Lock and Roll system is quite good. Search for Lock and Roll X2 I have one of Brians ramps. Works great not bulky and very light due to the aluminum structure. Very sturdy. Brian also backs up his product. My girlfriend can even load the sled using one arm to lift into the truck bed. I can get you more info from him directly if interested.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake G Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Pota the princess auto trifold ramp works well. Around 300 bucks I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marximuus Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 X2 I have one of Brians ramps. Works great not bulky and very light due to the aluminum structure. Very sturdy. Brian also backs up his product. My girlfriend can even load the sled using one arm to lift into the truck bed. I can get you more info from him directly if interested.... X3 Love my lock n roll. So does everyone that witnesses how easy loading a sled on them is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake G Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 How do you secure it while you're out riding? Apparently there are quite a few thieves out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcticCrusher Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Pota the princess auto trifold ramp works well. Around 300 bucks I think. That is what I have and they have done the job for the few times I've used them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bozskagg Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 I have a lightly used one from Princess Auto I'd like to get rid of. Send me a PM if interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 How do you secure it while you're out riding? Apparently there are quite a few thieves out there. I use a cobra cable and lock. Thieves will get what thieves want... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreezerBurnt Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Build one $150 or less 5/8 plywood or 3/4 3 10ft 2x4s old bed liner for ski guides some 1/8inch cable, this is to secure ramp to the box 6-8 caster wheels find pivot point ,put 2inch x 4 foot plywood, between that and the tailgate Pic of my ramp in the truck before I lengthened the bed liner ski guides as my new sled is super long compared to my old one when I built it this fall -ride sled up the ramp spindles to the edge -parking brake and lift and push inside -strap sled to truck -slap sled in reverse and release parking brake(not good for belt if you leave brake on lol, don't ask), -once sled is in reverse it sucks ramp to front of truck bed -and you are done and ready to drive away unstrap sled pull sled/ramp out and you are good to ride now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Techdenis007 Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 -slap sled in reverse and release parking brake(not good for belt if you leave brake on lol, don't ask), Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pota Posted January 28, 2015 Author Share Posted January 28, 2015 Thx for all the insight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreezerBurnt Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 took me 5minutes to realize what was wrong with my sled I unloaded it and test drove it before letting the better half ride it,just did the sliders,bearings and shocks So I start to ride and it was clunk click clunk OH NO my clutch is shot what the ..... and after inspecting my clutches and jack shaft it dawned on me to check the belt sure enough I just bought a brand NEW belt the night before for my spare put the new belt on and all is good except I am out $100 now have to get another belt it is good thing I built the ramp for my truck as we have no snowbanks to load, using teh ramp is slick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake G Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Don't feel bad, Freezie, I did exactly the same thing on my first ride last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diceman Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 heres my homemade ramp, cost about $80....this year I added a track on the ramp...Diceman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreezerBurnt Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 heres my homemade ramp, cost about $80....this year I added a track on the ramp...Diceman LOVE it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpshddan Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 Contact Sean at Team K-OS, shenwood@sympatico.ca he manufactures some great stuff out of his shop in Erin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grover_yyz Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 My friend has built and sells what he calls a minimover load assist. Google the name and you can find it online. I don't know this sites policy on posting links so I will not post it here. I can't seem to figure out how to post a picture of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revrnd Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 I use a cobra cable and lock. Thieves will get what thieves want... I do the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revrnd Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 I made a lock & roll ramp years ago. Reworking it to reflect the changes due to the skis (Flex/Precision/Pilot). I'm not sure if there have been any changes to the ramps due to the OEMs going to a weight forward design or not (roller location). IMO it was easier to lift & move the sled & ramp fore & aft in the truck when I had the ZX sleds. Now w/ the REV, it seems harder to lift the loaded ramp into the truck. Has anyone else noticed this? BTW, all 3 sleds were/are liquid cooled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreezerBurnt Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I made a lock & roll ramp years ago. Reworking it to reflect the changes due to the skis (Flex/Precision/Pilot). I'm not sure if there have been any changes to the ramps due to the OEMs going to a weight forward design or not (roller location). IMO it was easier to lift & move the sled & ramp fore & aft in the truck when I had the ZX sleds. Now w/ the REV, it seems harder to lift the loaded ramp into the truck. Has anyone else noticed this? BTW, all 3 sleds were/are liquid cooled. you would think it would be easier as the weight of the sled is more forward these days I had to add 8inches to the front of my ramp and should add another row of caster wheels, as my new sled is long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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