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MEMBERS DISCUSSION AREA => General Discussion => Topic started by: Matt on August 28, 2008, 10:56:08 AM

Title: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on August 28, 2008, 10:56:08 AM: Any body know where I can find some dimensions?

I have seen 20 to 30 degree ramps. 20 being the most popular.

I dont think it really needs to be a certain height, but I dont know.

Inches Up the Ramp / Wheelbase x 1000 = Score on a 20 degree ramp.

I am pretty sure we will have one next season. My plan is to make a travel RTI ramp. Basically build this on a axle and hitch. Then stand it up where we camp.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on August 28, 2008, 11:07:31 AM: well I just found this build. I like the design.
http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=186537

I dont think I want to have to take the tires off every time though. I think I will do something a little different.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: DOUG on August 28, 2008, 11:08:19 AM: Jeff or Danny at Allsouth know. Give him a call.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Jimmy on August 28, 2008, 11:52:35 AM: I can donate a D35 to the cause, lol.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Will on August 28, 2008, 12:24:44 PM: Quote from: Jimmy on August 28, 2008, 11:52:35 AM
I can donate a D35 to the cause, lol.

X2 :D
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 28, 2008, 12:27:00 PM: Don't be hatin! :P
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on August 28, 2008, 01:11:10 PM: Quote from: Doug on August 28, 2008, 11:08:19 AM
Jeff or Danny at Allsouth know. Give him a call.

I have to go by there this afternoon. Maybe I will talk then.

Dana 35 might be a little heavy. I am going for lighter. I will take any 2x2 square tubing, if any one wants to donate.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Alex on August 28, 2008, 03:07:39 PM: You can get 2x2 for cheap. I got a 24' stick for 75 and it is .250 wall.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: DOUG on August 28, 2008, 03:08:28 PM: Quote from: Matt on August 28, 2008, 11:07:31 AM
well I just found this build. I like the design.
http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=186537

I dont think I want to have to take the tires off every time though. I think I will do something a little different.

Nice bare bones approach. You just need a trailer solid axle. Allsouth can weld it up too. I have another fab shop but they're slammed right now. Damn bad economy. ;D
(http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/422005/186537/03s.jpg)
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on August 28, 2008, 04:04:07 PM: I can weld it up too. I just need to finish my design, get some steel and get started. I have a 20' x 1' piece of diamond plate that I am going to use for the top. That is kind of what inspired the build.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 28, 2008, 04:51:09 PM: What do you plan to do with this thing? Charge for ramp testing at the casa?
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on August 28, 2008, 05:35:20 PM: I want to have it for any upcoming shows, events, rides, etc.... Just a contribution to the clizzub.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 28, 2008, 08:40:25 PM: You puttin wheels on it I assume. You should just combine a BBQ grill to the back side of it. Now that would be pimp. Too bad the 4 banger won't tow it and your stuff. :P
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Will on August 28, 2008, 08:43:44 PM: Dude, his Jeep could easily tow that. {;-(}
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 28, 2008, 08:44:56 PM: A ramp/BBQ grill, wife, dog and all the junk... I don't know.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on August 29, 2008, 08:14:31 AM: Quote from: Krawler00 on August 28, 2008, 08:40:25 PM
You puttin wheels on it I assume. You should just combine a BBQ grill to the back side of it. Now that would be pimp. Too bad the 4 banger won't tow it and your stuff. :P

It pulls our boat fine. That is a little heavier than the RTI Ramp/BBQ Grille that I am going to build. nln ()() [hammer] {:CH} {bang} 8==D {;-(}
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: BigJerm on August 29, 2008, 08:40:18 AM: Quote from: Matt on August 29, 2008, 08:14:31 AM
It pulls our boat fine. That is a little heavier than the RTI Ramp/BBQ Grille that I am going to build. nln ()() [hammer] {:CH} {bang} 8==D {;-(}

Flag on the play... over use of the smiley faces... Half this distance to the goal line and you must sleep with Will at River Rock

8==D
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Will on August 30, 2008, 01:24:46 AM: Jerm... you are officially my beer b*tch for the weekend. >:(

:D
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 12:01:13 PM: Why must everything turn gay here? {bang} nln 8==D
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Will on August 30, 2008, 07:25:42 PM: Quote from: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 12:01:13 PM
Why must everything turn gay here? {bang} nln 8==D

Cause there's only one straight guy here. So when I stop wheelin' you guys can call it Georgia Gay Riders like you always wanted! nln
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Jimmy on August 30, 2008, 08:01:45 PM: Quote from: Will on August 30, 2008, 07:25:42 PM
Quote from: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 12:01:13 PM
Why must everything turn gay here? {bang} nln 8==D

Cause there's only one straight guy here. So when I stop wheelin' you guys can call it Georgia Gay Riders like you always wanted! nln

I thought the name was changed to that already, right after you joined ???
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 09:28:38 PM: He was took the lead on it! You should see what he posts about you in the admin forums! :o 3:)
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Jimmy on August 30, 2008, 09:37:09 PM: Quote from: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 09:28:38 PM
He was took the lead on it! You should see what he posts about you in the admin forums! :o 3:)

:'(
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 09:45:32 PM: LMAO! How long have you had that sig Macongo?! :D :D
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Jimmy on August 30, 2008, 09:59:45 PM: HAHA, I did it a while ago after some thread turned into a discussion about the war zone I live in.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 10:05:30 PM: hilarious Dawg!
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Jimmy on August 30, 2008, 10:18:02 PM: BTW, there have been nine shootings in Macon since last Sunday. I will be armed soon.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on August 30, 2008, 10:31:36 PM: All by the same ankle slasher. ;)
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: ghostdancer308 on September 04, 2008, 05:00:15 PM: Any other break news on this item? I learned a bunch from using the one at Crawfords. Thanks guys. Glen
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Matt on September 04, 2008, 09:35:21 PM: My back went out last saturday, I have been pretty immobile but I have done some drawings. I plan to go check the pole barn at my grandparents in a few weeks for scrap steel. This is going to be my winter project. I will do a google sketchup soon.
Title: Re: RTI Ramp Discussion.
Post by: Krawler00 on September 04, 2008, 09:43:52 PM: Quote from: Matt on September 04, 2008, 09:35:21 PM
My back went out last saturday, I have been pretty immobile but I have done some drawings. I plan to go check the pole barn at my grandparents in a few weeks for scrap steel. This is going to be my winter project. I will do a google sketchup soon.

Dude, I feel your pain. After the CJ trip from PA my back is killin me! I think that Jeep made shorter. :D