Jemstone Posted July 21, 2016 Report Posted July 21, 2016 We are planning to drive to Alaska next summer. I have a high degree of paranoia regarding moose. While living in Alaska many years ago I was traveling about 60 mph when two moose walked onto the highway right ahead. I went between them with little clearance on either side. My ex and I each leaned away from the moose next to our sides and we touched shoulders. I know the trees are cut back from the highways in much of Alaska, but that's not the case on some of the Alaska highway. Thus, I'm going to install a grill guard. The guards range from shinny but light gauge metal to Australian roo bars. Most install on the existing bumper. The expensive ones replace the bumper. My goal is to have enough protection to drive away after a collision with a moose. A moose will damage the grill, but the guards should protect the radiator. Any suggestions? John McLaughlin 2010 Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, singled and decked 2014 Lifestyle 38' Fifth Wheel
greenacres Posted July 21, 2016 Report Posted July 21, 2016 HERD road train gives the best protection. But they're heavy and you have to lower them to open the hood. There are a few videos on line.
Imurphy907 Posted July 21, 2016 Report Posted July 21, 2016 You need a heavy bumper. Just think of the forces involved with hitting a 1000 lb animal doing 65mph. In all the years of driving in AK I have glanced a moose one with my '03 Sierra. And my wife had a moose calf run into our VW Jetta while at a full stop. Damn things just do what they want. 2016 Road Warrior 420 2001 Volvo VNL 660 Alaska Based.
Darryl&Rita Posted July 21, 2016 Report Posted July 21, 2016 Herd is good, Bandit Bar is local to us, and offers a video test. No matter which brand you go with, get the complete front end kit, or be ready to buy some aero fiberglass pieces. Lots of trucks up here run without any protection, with no ill effects. The wildlife mostly moves during dawn and dusk times, which in the North, is usually well outside normal RV travel hours. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here.
greenacres Posted July 21, 2016 Report Posted July 21, 2016 We found that a guard with a cow catcher prevents the animal from going under the truck and causing mechanical damage . We use the super road train and road train systems but they are heavy and take some muscle to raise and lower them.
maveric Posted July 21, 2016 Report Posted July 21, 2016 These hold up very well. I have one very similar on my truck. The pick-up versions handle deer/elk quite regularly around here. http://jacksbumpers.com/product_photos Ours, sorry about the crappy pic. This replaced to entire bumper. Chris & Tonya '99 Freightliner FLD120, '01 Wabash Toyhauler (32' garage, 20' LQ)
Morelli Posted July 22, 2016 Report Posted July 22, 2016 Sandvgrilleguards.com has some great and field proven units. They are sharp looking, strong and functional. Have it on my truck.
Nigel Posted July 22, 2016 Report Posted July 22, 2016 Don't forget to check with Gregg. Some of his trucks come with moose bumpers and he may be willing to work out a trade for that nice shiny chrome one you have. Nigel 2006 Volvo VNL 430, 2006 smart cabrio cdi, 2000 Triple E Topaz 30'
jkoenig24 Posted July 23, 2016 Report Posted July 23, 2016 Yes, Gregg at RVHaulers.ca can fabricate an awesome deer OR moose bumper.
Larry&Donna-AK Posted July 24, 2016 Report Posted July 24, 2016 Happily I haven't been in a situation to test my "Ali Arc" I believe it will get the job when needed. http://www.hhrvresource.com/sites/default/files/Images/larrydonnaak_truck.jpg Planning Nanook version 2.0 Nanook "When we made ready to depart, after a few days, Nanook was beside himself with joy. Hudson Stuck
Jack Mayer Posted July 24, 2016 Report Posted July 24, 2016 Happily I haven't been in a situation to test my "Ali Arc" I believe it will get the job when needed. http://www.hhrvresource.com/sites/default/files/Images/larrydonnaak_truck.jpg Nice pic. You truck looks "at home" in Larry's shop. I do like the moose guard. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted July 24, 2016 Report Posted July 24, 2016 HeWhoknowslittle- Roger has a nice guard as well. Pull the center pin and the guard and hood tilt open. When his guard tilts, it opens the area in front of the wheels for easy access to the front of the engine on both sides. Jim's Adventures Old Spacecraft.... Who knows whats next
Larry&Donna-AK Posted July 24, 2016 Report Posted July 24, 2016 Nice pic. You truck looks "at home" in Larry's shop. I do like the moose guard.Thanks Jack...that's what I'm afraid of, being "at home in Larry's shop". Need to make one more trip to the shop. The Ali Arc has a removable pin with 2 screw-in eyelets on the front, easy to drop down and open the hood. Yes there is a lot of room to access the engine compartment when open. Planning Nanook version 2.0 Nanook "When we made ready to depart, after a few days, Nanook was beside himself with joy. Hudson Stuck
Hewhoknowslittle Posted July 26, 2016 Report Posted July 26, 2016 My bumper has no eyelets, I opted for a slam latch for another 150.00. Very easy to open after pulling the tow pin and then opening the pull latch. Hope these pictures work. http://s42.photobucket.com/user/rogerjones218/Bumper/story Roger
Jack Mayer Posted July 26, 2016 Report Posted July 26, 2016 My bumper has no eyelets, I opted for a slam latch for another 150.00. Very easy to open after pulling the tow pin and then opening the pull latch. Hope these pictures work. http://s42.photobucket.com/user/rogerjones218/Bumper/story Roger So Roger, did you do the headlight mods? Your bumper looks great.... Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com
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