Can i flip my ramp???

[pitbullluvajrod]

Hello everyone, how are y'all doin? My question today is... has anyone flipped there ramp on their cargo, or is it even a mod that can be done? This is something I'm thinking would be handy. Any thoughts are greatly appreciated.

[roadinspector]

Anything is possible. I speculate that you are thinking about moving the hinge point to the top. The main problem I would think of is the weight. The ramp is heavy. It is constructed to support a the weight of just about anything you can fit in the door. I would hate to have to lift it up. If you rebuilt the frame out of something light weight like alluminum would make it more do-able.

Earnest

[pitbullluvajrod]

That was my thought as well. I figured I would have to put the ramp on a serious weight loss program. My other thought was a 3way barn door, like the rear of an Astro van. Top lifts, bottom swings on each side. The issue with that is latches. I want to start from the galley forward, Is that a mistake? Thanks for any opinions.

[crumvoc]

I've pondered a little different idea. How about completely replacing the rear doors, whether ramp or barn, with a non-opening rear wall. The reason is to make of so that I can fit it with either a rear rv door or a very large window. I envision a lightweight aluminum framed wall with a flange to seal it around the edges. Just thinking.

[roadinspector]

Thats the beauty of all this. Its your toy! Play with it how you want. As long as its structurally sound GO FOR IT!! I have seen the wall done before and it worked great for them. Have not seen the converted reverse split multi-swing ramp though. Sounds interesting. It should work fine. There are many different ways to latch it. Just off the top of my head I would lean towards drop pins like on cattle trailers.

[dustboy]

It's a pretty good idea if you don't need the ramp--once you flip it up it is an instant awning!

I built this truck a few years back, and the overhead door was awesome. You can't see it in this photo, but the truck has a galley that pulls out underneath the bed. We could pull up to a campsite in the rain and be cooking in minutes.

[pitbullluvajrod]

Thanks, guys... I appreciate your opinions. In response to the use of the ramp, I have none. I've considered removing it completely and starting fresh. The idea was as you said, instant awning. The truck with the slide out is nice.. Again, I thank youfor the opinions.