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  • Can the JIF Marine Floating Dock Lift Ladder Be Used on a Boat
  • You may be able to make the Jif Marine Floating Dock Lift Ladder - 5 Steps - 750 lbs - Aluminum - 4" Deep Step # JIF49FR work for your application but I cannot advise trimming the mounting brackets as those are designed to help counteract the weight put on the ladder; additionally cutting the brackets would void any warranty on the ladder as well. When it comes to the cables, those are designed to attach to the brackets and cannot be easily detached, but you might be able to devise an...
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  • Does Thule DockGrip Kayak Carrier Fit Thule Xsporter Pro Ladder Rack
  • I verified with Thule for you that yes, the Xsporter Pro ladder rack is 100 percent compatible with the DockGrip: - Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier # TH895 Thule confirmed that the DockGrip will mount directly to the Thule Xsporter Pro Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Black # TH500XTB or Silver # TH500XT.
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  • Is the Thule DockGrip Compatible with the Yakima OverHaul HD Ladder Rack
  • I'm happy to inform you that the Thule DockGrip Kayak Carrier, part # TH895, will work with a Yakima OverHaul HD Ladder Rack. OverHaul HD Ladder Racks like part # Y01151-5855 have a T-slot for loading accessories. The DockGrip uses this T-slot, so they are perfectly compatible. If you let me know which truck you have, I can recommend which OverHaul HD will work for you. I've linked to a video review of the DockGrip below.
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  • Which Style Ladder Works With Jif Marine Quick Release Mounting Plates JIF27FR
  • The Jif Marine Quick Release Mounting Plates # JIF27FR works with any of the Jif Marine straight-syle/lift-style dock ladder such as the Jif Marine # JIF46FR or the # JIF96FR.
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  • Does Thule DockGlide Kayak Carrier Fit Thule XSporter Pro Ladder Rack
  • I checked with Thule to verify for you, and yes, the XSporter Pro will allow you to mount the Thule DockGlide Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH896. The DockGlide # TH896 will fit right on the XSporter Pro ladder rack, and is a really nice choice for a kayak carrier. I like it because not only does it come with tie-downs so you don't have to buy those separately, but also because it has felt lining on the rear saddles which make loading your kayak into the carrier really easy. I also wanted...
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  • Kayak Carriers that Can Fit Top Channels of Thule TracRac Ladder Racks
  • Actually both of the kayak carriers you mentioned the DockGrip part # TH895 and the Hull-A-Port # TH849000 would fit the Thule TracRac SR sliding ladder racks as they come with T-bolts that would allow the carrier to attach to the top channel of the TracRac load bars.
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  • Recommended Ladder Rack For A 2002 Ford F-150 That's Compatible With Thule DockGrip Kayak Holders
  • Unfortunately we do not carry any combination of ladder racks and tonneau covers that would be compatible together and fit your 2002 Ford F-150. If you want just a ladder rack to haul your Kayaks then I recommend the Rapid Switch Systems Pro HD Truck Bed Ladder Rack for Full-Size Short Bed Trucks # RS78FR. The crossbars have t-slots and are also a compatible shape for the clamps of the Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH895 you referenced. The crossbars have four...
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  • Inner Pontoon Boat Bunk Style Guide-Ons For Boat Trailer or Boat Lift
  • Yes, you can use the CE Smith Bunk-Style Guide-On Kit # CE27600K90 for the inside pontoons on your cradle lift. You will want to ensure that the uprights will not interfere with anything under your boat when on the lift. The uprights are 19-3/4" tall from the frame rail and have no pre drilled holes for the hardware. The included hardware will fit frames up to 3" wide x 4-1/2" tall. A Extra-Long U-Bolt Kit # CE11416 will fit a frame up to 3" wide x 5-1/4" tall. Or CE Smith I-Beam Clamps...
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  • Ladder Rack For A Ford Transit Connect
  • The only ladder rack kits we offer for the 2014 through 2018 Transit Connect is the Thule TracRac TracVan ES Van Ladder Rack - 2 Bar - 500 lbs Item # TH29611XT. When mounted, the top of the bar sits at 4". From the roof to the top of the tie down is 10-1/4". Our prices are listed on our product page.
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  • Recommended Saddle Style Kayak Carrier for Adarac Aluminum Series Ladder Rack
  • The Malone SaddleUp Pro Kayak Carrier part # MPG1001 or Rhino-Rack Nautic 581 Rear Loading Kayak Carrier part # RR581 are what I recommend for a Adarac Aluminum Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack like part # A4001219. The Malone SaddleUp and Rhino-Rack Nautic both have channel mounts which will match the channels on the Adarac Aluminum Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack. The Thule DockGlide Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs part # TH896 dosn't have channels so would not mount to the Adarac...
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  • Truck Bed Rack For a 2021 GMC Canyon With Truxedo Lo Pro Tonneau Cover To Carry Kayaks and Ladders
  • As there is a 5' bed and 6' bed option for your 2021 GMC Canyon you will need to select the correct Ladder Rack based on the bed length. The TruXedo Elevate Truck Bed Rack System is compatible with your TruXedo Lo Pro Soft Roll-up Tonneau Cover. For a 5' bed with the TruXedo Lo Pro Soft Roll-up Tonneau Cover # TX549801 you will want the TruXedo Elevate Truck Bed Rack System # TX86NV. For a 6' bed with the TruXedo Lo Pro Soft Roll-up Tonneau Cover # TX553301 you will want the TruXedo...
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  • Can the Go Power Automatic Transfer Switch be Used on a Boat
  • I spoke with Go Power to see if this can work for you. They have not dealt with the Automatic Transfer Switch, part # 34264403, being installed on boats. They said that as long as it's in a dry area, it should be fine. The inverter also needs a bonded neutral. I've linked to a video review of this switch for you to look at.
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  • Ladder Option for the Front of a Pontoon Boat
  • The Jif Marine Sliding Under Platform Pontoon Boat Ladder # 315-FOG3 will definitely work as a ship to shore option. With its 34 1/2 inch extended height and 400 pound capacity, this is a very versatile ladder. Another very nice feature is that is slides away when not in use, reducing the footprint it takes up.
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  • Why Does the Jif Marine Telescoping Ladder Angle Away From the Boat and Not Drop Straight Down?
  • The angle of the Jif Marine Telescoping Drop Ladder with Hand Grips # 315-EQB4 is designed to make it easier to get up the ladder. Often times the rear of the boat will sit lower in the water while stationary. If the ladder were to be straight down the steps of the ladder would have you almost climbing backwards as you ascend the ladder. I realize that when seeing the ladder on the trailer the angle is more than what would be desired but in the water it will make boarding the boat much easier.
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  • Will a 12 Foot Aluminum Boat Fit on Erickson Ladder Rack # EM07706
  • It is likely that your 12 foot aluminum boat will fit between the load stops on the Erickson ladder rack # EM07706. The crossbars on this rack are 78 inches long and you could mount the load stops on the outside of the ladder rack uprights for even more adjustability. Take a look at the video I have linked showing the rack on a 2013 F-150. Technically you could put anything on the Erickson truck bed ladder rack # EM07706 as long as it is within the 800 pound weight capacity and the load...
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  • Will an Aluminum Boat Fit Between the Load Stops on Erickson Ladder Rack on a 2012 Ford F-150
  • It is likely that your 12 foot aluminum boat will fit between the load stops on the Erickson ladder rack # EM07706. The crossbars on this rack are 78 inches long and you could mount the load stops on the outside of the ladder rack uprights for even more adjustability. Take a look at the video I have linked showing the rack on a 2013 F-150. It will be similar on your 2012.
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  • Will Jif Marine Folding Transom Ladder Fit a 2014 Ranger Bass Boat
  • The Jif Marine Folding Transom Ladder # JIF23FR is a universal option so as long as you have 8" tall x 12" wide transom space then this will fit your Ranger bass boat.
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  • Recommended Mounting Screws For The Jif Marine Telescoping Boat Stern Ladder # JIF35FR
  • The mounting holes of the Jif Marine Telescoping Boat Stern Ladder # JIF35FR are 8mm in diameter. The type of screw you would use for these holes depends on the application. If you were just screwing it into the fiberglass/plastic/etc. portion of the boat you can use 1" round-head #8 square drive screws. If you're screwing into metal then you can use 2" x 3/16" stainless steel self-tapping screws.
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  • Underdeck Pontoon Ladder Option With 4 Steps
  • There is a 4-step ladder for your pontoon boat but the part you mentioned is for tritoons so it won't fit. I'm not sure if you have a round or flat deck depending on which you have you can use one of the following: - Jif Marine Underdeck Pontoon Ladder for Round Decks - 4 Steps - 48" Tall # JIF65FR - Jif Marine Underdeck Pontoon Ladder for Flat Decks - 4 Steps - 48" Tall # JIF45FR
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  • Can an Aluminum Boat be Loaded onto the Erickson Truck Bed Ladder Rack
  • Technically you could put anything on the Erickson truck bed ladder rack # EM07706 as long as it is within the 800 pound weight capacity and the load was properly secured. On a boat you will need to secure the bow and stern so I recommend tie down kit # TH855XT.
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