rdinatal

MAXXTOW 70238, Receiver Hitch Mounted Crane

Anyone have one? It looks like it can be transported on the hitch, just not setup.

-R

jeffinthebag

I do not have that model but I do have the Spitzlift crane. For mine, no you must remove the base from the trucks hitch. Mine breaks down to 35lbs pieces. I would not chance it leaving it attached.
If you must leave it attached. Get the crane that mounts inside the bed permanently.

rdinatal

I looked at the Spitzlift. For the amount of time I'll be using it the $ was a factor.

My uses for it won't be that many times per year. So permanent mount to the inside of the bed isn't really worth it. Bed reinforcement due to the AL bed and all that...

I just need some help on items over 150lbs and larger bulky items. "Hey bud, can you help me load this engine" just doesn't work...

The lift will not be mounted 100% of the time but just to get to the site and go home. It seems like it could be slid to the center very near the hitch. With a couple of straps to the bed hold downs to keep it from moving might be good for short trips.

If it was sold locally I'd just buy one and see if it works. Keep it if it's good, return it if it's crap. Unfortunately it's all mail order...

-R

Dave Z

I have one of these and its works pretty well:


http://vikingsl.com/portfolio/rack-jack/