What I usually suggest with storing the Medium Stretch Net for Yakima Roof Cargo Baskets # Y07072 is to hang it on nails/tacks located at the four corners of the net. That way, there is no folding involved and no opportunity for tangling. view full answer...
The Rhino-Rack Roof Rack System # Y01-130B comes with two heavy-duty crossbars and the tracks to attach to the camper. The included tracks are 63-inches long and the crossbars are 59-inches long and measure 1-5/8 inches wide and 1-7/8 inches tall. The roof rack has a 220-lb weight capacity.
The Yakima MegaWarrior Roof Basket # Y07080 measures 52-inches long x 48-inches wide x 6-1/2-inches tall and has a 130-lb weight capacity.
The MegaWarrior is also available with an extension that... view full answer...
You can absolutely use a rooftop cargo bag with the Curt hitch mounted cargo carrier # C18152. You will want to take extra steps to secure the bag such as ratchet straps or bungee cords. Make sure you keep as much of the bag in the carrier as possible, and try to limit any overhang. Using a stretchable cargo net like the # C18202 may really help to keep everything in place. view full answer...
Yes! Since cargo carriers like the 22-1/2x49 Curt Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - Aluminum # C18113 do not have a maximum highway speed rating, you will be safe in driving at 80mph. We have had lots of neighbors who have traveled at those speeds and never report issues.
With that being said, it is important to have the proper securing methods. If you have a lot of medium-sized cargo, the Curt Stretchable Cargo Net - 43" Long x 24" Wide # C18202 works great with the # C18113; if you have larger... view full answer...
Towing capacity, payload and tongue weight are not the same, but are closely related.
Towing capacity is pretty self explanatory. It's the maximum trailer weight a vehicle can pull. This can vary according to how the truck is configured and equipped.
Payload is the amount of cargo a truck can carry, typically in the bed of the truck. The truck's payload will be reduced by the amount of tongue weight applied by the trailer, as you suspected but the tongue weight won't be deducted from... view full answer...