Rear frame extending on a 16' Scamp

[frankcfx]

Has any one cut the frame rails in the rear ahead of the bumper and extended the frame on a 16' Scamp?
Frank

[Francesca Knowles]

Probably...there are few outrages-er- mods- that haven't been perpetrated by someone here.

As to effects, etc: all depends on what you're trying to do. The farther you get from the axle the more effects increase, especially if a lot of weight is added.

How long do you want to go, and to what purpose?

[frankcfx]

I was thinking of adding a 16" expanded metal shelf. Not to carry any load over 50 pounds. I also use a weight distribution hitch and I was wondering about the effect the shelf might have.
Frank

[Darrell in Al]

I've got hidden hitch rack on the back of mine, I don't load it down except when parked. Just haul sewer hose and the like so far otherwise it would block tail lights. Mine is "plugged in to factory 2 in. receiver.

[mary and bob]

Extending the frame rails by overlapping the extension to the original rails should be just as good as installing a receiver to attach a rack. I think a commercially made, bolt on receiver is available for Scamps. Results shouldn't be any worse than a rear bike rack. By extending the frame rails you will get two points of support for your shelf. But since I don't own a Scamp, my opinion may be worthless.

[Lyndon Laney]

Yes Frank I extended my 5er 1 foot making it a 20 foot

[Donna D.]

Originally Posted by mary and bob

.... I think a commercially made, bolt on receiver is available for Scamps. Results shouldn't be any worse than a rear bike rack. By extending the frame rails you will get two points of support for your shelf. But since I don't own a Scamp, my opinion may be worthless.

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