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MEGOMONSTER
15th November 2012, 08:17 PM
My wife is doing some research on maxtrax type items to use as alternative ramp extensions.
Can everyone please tell me brand names of these devices.


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AB
15th November 2012, 08:20 PM
Traction device maybe?

boots
15th November 2012, 08:28 PM
Supercheap have / stock them also and double as a shovel when turned around . Cut up some plastic pallets , heaps cheaper and will do the same thing .

BigRAWesty
15th November 2012, 08:35 PM
Milk crates... :p
I just had a bit if luck with 4x4 recovery tracks
Or 4x4 extraction devices..


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DX grunt
15th November 2012, 08:57 PM
My Maxtrax

The design has changed a bit and they've added rope.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/DXgruntandMaxtrax006.jpg

Rossco

macca86
15th November 2012, 09:12 PM
Maxtracks or tread boards or get bread crates and cut up to suit

MEGOMONSTER
15th November 2012, 09:18 PM
I need brand names for research not for my truck. But for car carriers as the ramps are a little steep for some cars. She researching light weight alternatives, and I suggested maxtrax. But I am unsure of others brands on the market.


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BigRAWesty
15th November 2012, 10:01 PM
Right.... Probably best to get some custom alloy ones made up.. They you get what you want..


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Clunk
15th November 2012, 10:39 PM
Maybe these might be a better idea and yes I know you're looking for brand names but I don't know any other than Tried or maxtrax
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MAXIMUM-TRACTION-SAND-TRACKS-4WD-RECOVERY-SAND-MUD-DE-BOGGER-/300812593305?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4609d3e899&_uhb=1

megatexture
15th November 2012, 10:50 PM
A mate has those an i borrowed them once took them, digging and a double line pull to get out

MudRunnerTD
16th November 2012, 12:14 AM
None of these re rated for a spanning Ramp mate. From what i can gather you after something that will span with end support both ends only? These will all let you down unfortunately.

Go the Alloy folding ones from Super Cheap of others that are designed as a ramp.

2x-Car-Bike-Truck-Aluminium-Heavy-Loading-Ramp-249-cm-Long-2422kg- (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2x-Car-Bike-Truck-Aluminium-Heavy-Loading-Ramp-249-cm-Long-2422kg-Max-Cap-/280824086092?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item41626b7e4c&_uhb=1#ht_3117wt_895)

Clunk
16th November 2012, 12:24 AM
None of these re rated for a spanning Ramp mate. From what i can gather you after something that will span with end support both ends only? These will all let you down unfortunately.

Go the Alloy folding ones from Super Cheap of others that are designed as a ramp.k

2x-Car-Bike-Truck-Aluminium-Heavy-Loading-Ramp-249-cm-Long-2422kg- (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2x-Car-Bike-Truck-Aluminium-Heavy-Loading-Ramp-249-cm-Long-2422kg-Max-Cap-/280824086092?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item41626b7e4c&_uhb=1#ht_3117wt_895)
And there you have it........ some one who read the question correctly!!!!!!!! ......... unlike me hahaha

threedogs
16th November 2012, 05:59 AM
You want those alloy Bobcat jobs hey, not the 4x4 style?
BigFella may know the name as had a bit to do with mini excavators

threedogs
16th November 2012, 06:09 AM
PM sent think I found what you are after

MEGOMONSTER
18th November 2012, 12:38 PM
Thanks all I have given all this info to Natalie and will research further at work.


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