Expert Answers about Trimmer Racks
- How to Orientate the Installation of the Pack'Em Single Trimmer Rack # PK-6S on Trailer
- With the Pack'Em Single Trimmer Rack # PK-6S I would recommend having the motor of the trimmer facing the front of the trailer. The motor side mount fully latches around the trimmer whereas the other side requires you to angle the trimmer in to get it in place. It would be nearly impossible for this side of the trimmer to come out while traveling, but with it mounted behind the motor side this risk would get eliminated.
I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Will Trimmers Flip Upside Down During Travel with Pack'em Trimmer Rack
- The Pack'em Trimmer Rack # PK-6S-6S2 that you referenced actually features a padded piece on the front latch that's specifically designed to prevent the trimmer from moving around (along with protecting its finish during travel). This creates a tight attachment that will keep a standard size trimmer from flipping upside down like you described.
I have attached a couple images that further clarify this below.
view full answer... - Can The Lockable Dual Trimmer Rack for Open Utility Trailers Be Mounted On Round Tube Trailers
- All of our trimmer racks like the Lockable Dual Trimmer Rack for Open Utility Trailers # 288-01811 are bolt-on. So, you'd either need to run a bolt through the tube on your trailer, or you'll need to run U bolts around the tube.
view full answer... - Can Pack'Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 Be Installed On Pipe Frame Trailer
- Our contact at Pack'Em has advised us that the trimmer rack # PK-6 can be mounted on a trailer with a tubular frame.
The mounting hardware is not included. You could either drill holes in the tubular trailer, or possibly use U-bolts to attach the trimmer rack to the pipe frame you said you have.
We do have several U-bolts you can select from depending on the tube size on your trailer. I have attached a link to the U-bolts we offer..
view full answer... - How Does the Pack'Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 Install on a Trailer
- The Pack'Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 that you referenced is not designed to be welded to a trailer. In the install notes Pack'Em makes it very clear that this should be bolted to a trailer with Grade 8 hardware.
view full answer... - What Type of Hardware Should be Used to Install RackEm Trimmer Rack to 2x4s in an Enclosed Trailer
- The hardware would not have to go all the way into the frame when installing trimmer rack # RA-5. Since it is meant to hold 3 trimmers the weight of the rack and trimmers would not necessitate an installation through the 2x4s and into the frame.
So you would only need some 3/8 wood screws that are slightly less long than the 2x4 is thick. A lumber industry standard 2x4 apparently is not exactly 2 inches by 4 inches but 1-1/2 by 3-1/2 (or close to it). So 1 inch long screws would work.
view full answer... - How Close to the Rear of the Trailer Can the Pack Em Trimmer Rack Support Be Positioned
- The Pack Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 does not have a specified distance from the back of your trailer. The uprights are to be spaced a minimum of 3 feet apart, but the rear most support can be at the very back of the trailer if you desire, but in that case you would need to put a red flag on the end of your trimmer. For a minimum distance, you can put the engine end of the trimmer at the furthest point back and then determine how far in from the end a support can be placed based on that.
My...
view full answer... - Can The Pack'Em Rack For Open Utility Trailers Be Installed In A Truck Bed
- Yes you could install the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers - Holds 3 Trimmers # PK-6-OP1 in the bed of your truck technically, however it will require you to drill into your truck to install.
If you're okay with that, and have the space, then yes you can absolutely install this in the bed of your truck.
This kit comes with 1 lockable backpack blower rack, 2 beverage cooler rack, 1 trimmer line rack, and 3 keyed alike padlocks.
Attached is a review video for you to checkout as well.
view full answer... - Can Pack'Em # PK-6S Trimmer Rack Be Installed to 2 Inch Square Tubing
- The Pack'Em # PK-6S trimmer rack can indeed be installed on a piece of 2 inch square tube stock. You'd simply through-bolt downwards through the entire width of the tubing. You'd need to use 3/8 inch grade 8 bolts that are at least 2-1/2 inches long. The hardware isn't included, so you'd need to source that locally.
view full answer... - Installation of the Pack Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers, # PK-6-OP1
- The Pack Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers, # PK-6-OP1, installs as follows:
Mounts securely to the bottom rail of your open utility trailer. Just line up the towers of the base trimmer rack, approximately 3 feet apart, to determine where on your trailer you will need to drill. Then attach the pre-drilled towers with bolts (not included). This rack system is not designed to be welded to your trailer.
Be sure to face the rack toward the outside of the trailer for easy access to your trimmers....
view full answer... - Installing the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers on a Trailer with 24 inch Tall Side Rails
- I spoke to my contact at Pack' Em and he informed me that your best option would be to install the Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers # PK-6-OP1 on your trailer but to install it about 12 inches from the floor of your trailer. Installing it in this manner would not interfere with the conduit either.
You would need to install each upright post of the # PK-6-OP1 on the vertical posts that attach the top railing of your trailer to the trailer frame. The only issue you might run into is...
view full answer... - Is Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers A Universal Rack
- The Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers, part # PK-6-OP1 is a universal design and will work with many different model of tools.
Adapters are required for certain model blowers. If you have a STIHL 420 you will need PA-STIHL420. If you have STIHL 340, 350, 550, or 600 you will need part # RA-STIHL.
view full answer... - Is There an Install Video for the Pack Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers, # PK-6-OP1
- I attached an install video down below the product links that shows the part # PK-6-OP1 being installed on a trailer similar to yours for you to check out.
The install instructions call for Grade 8 nuts and bolts. The specific hardware you will need will be relative to your install setup.
view full answer... - Can Pack'Em Trailer Racks be Welded to Trailer Instead of Bolting On
- The Pack'Em Trimmer Rack # PK-6 that you referenced is not designed to be welded to a trailer. In the install notes Pack'Em makes it very clear that this should be bolted to a trailer with Grade 8 hardware.
I spoke with my contact at Pack Em about the Rack for Open Utility Trailers, part # PK-6.
They told me that the manufacturer recommends bolting the rack onto the trailer and not welding it because the stress when items are placed on the rack can cause the weld to fail. Welding this...
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