COFLTravler Posted February 25, 2021 Report Share Posted February 25, 2021 (edited) I did some research on older threads on adding a receiver but nothing that fit my predicament. And yes I know, should thought about adding one BEFORE the bed....oh well. Any experts out there have a suggestion on if I could add one with my configuration and not lose my current light panel? Mark [IMG]https://i.imgur.com/AizKzJRl.jpg[/IMG] Edited February 25, 2021 by COFLTravler Quote 2014 HDT Volvo 780 "Baby Bird"2016 Smart Car "Baby Bird Turd" - on the back2020 Momentum 376THSWe're both proud USAF Retirees... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted February 25, 2021 Report Share Posted February 25, 2021 Go to the wrecking yard, GM cars from the 70's and early 80's had fuel fillers hidden behind the license plate. Build your framework behind the lights. Quote 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COFLTravler Posted February 26, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2021 Great suggestion...still need to figure out how to attach to the frame and clear the ramp boxes on the lower end.... Quote 2014 HDT Volvo 780 "Baby Bird"2016 Smart Car "Baby Bird Turd" - on the back2020 Momentum 376THSWe're both proud USAF Retirees... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted February 27, 2021 Report Share Posted February 27, 2021 It would be very difficult to properly support a receiver given the layout of the bed elements. It could be done, but some mods would be required. Quote 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COFLTravler Posted February 27, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2021 4 hours ago, Jack Mayer said: It would be very difficult to properly support a receiver given the layout of the bed elements. It could be done, but some mods would be required. Jack,' I was afraid you'd say that..... Mark Quote 2014 HDT Volvo 780 "Baby Bird"2016 Smart Car "Baby Bird Turd" - on the back2020 Momentum 376THSWe're both proud USAF Retirees... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 Two options both using an universal hitch like this one. https://www.etrailer.com/RV-and-Camper-Hitch/Curt/C13702.html?feed=npn&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-OeBBhDiARIsADyBcE52jXK3f4r0cCI8p_YLIIf0O-TBimIakQBu6Shqc6mHyPCpD4Iw5SEaAiEGEALw_wcB 1st option, if you have a structure below the ramp box, mount the brackets to that structure if strong enough. 2nd option, add some brackets to the outside of the frame rails by the ET hitch which will allow you to mount the horizontal tube just behind the ET hitch but below it and above your light bar. Then use a drop receiver to get the ball at the correct height. It will block your plate but as long as you only use the ball mount when you are pulling a trailer, you should be ok. Quote 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 (edited) I posted an idea but on edit I can't see behind and above the boxes at the back of the frame rails to see what's going on there. Edited February 28, 2021 by noteven Quote "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 The tag could be moved to the front of the truck as well, if the state only requires one plate. Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COFLTravler Posted February 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 1 hour ago, noteven said: I posted an idea but on edit I can't see behind and above the boxes at the back of the frame rails to see what's going on there. I will post a better picture when I get the truck back from the Stealership....or maybe I won't be able to ....could be in jail if I get caught robbing the bank to pay for truck repairs!! Mark Quote 2014 HDT Volvo 780 "Baby Bird"2016 Smart Car "Baby Bird Turd" - on the back2020 Momentum 376THSWe're both proud USAF Retirees... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 21 hours ago, Jack Mayer said: It would be very difficult to properly support a receiver given the layout of the bed elements. It could be done, but some mods would be required. It shouldn't be that hard to build a new frame-work to support a receiver hitch, and mount the light bar. May end up a few inches further back, but it's hard to tell from just a picture. Quote 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Parrformance said: The tag could be moved to the front of the truck as well, if the state only requires one plate. Depends on the state. Ohio and Indiana both require semi tractors to have the plate on the front, but motorhomes on the rear. YMMV. Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 (edited) 7 hours ago, COFLTravler said: I will post a better picture when I get the truck back from the Stealership....or maybe I won't be able to ....could be in jail if I get caught robbing the bank to pay for truck repairs!! Mark Just say that you are robbing the bank as a protest. Edited February 28, 2021 by Parrformance Spelling Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 Mark, it can definately be done, but some custom work will be involved. I don't think a standard receiver framework could be fit. Quote 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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