I'm glad you like the video. My highlander has 335K miles on it and it is still my daily driver. Mine has some issues now (some leaking fluids that I top off by-weekly), but for a 15 year old vehicle with that many miles on it, I couldn't have asked for a better one. Also, it is kind of like family. When I get a new one, I doubt that I'll get rid of this one, I'll probably just use this for a work type vehicle still. Sorry I got off on a tangent there for a minute, but the cargo carrier with ramp has worked well for me when I didn't want to have to get my 14' trailer out for something smaller like my snow blower or a couple of coolers or stuff like that.
Great review! I usually walk my blower to my in-laws house around the block , takes me 20 minutes to walk it over...(30 seconds by car) I will definitely need to invest in this! Will definitely come in handy, thanks !!!
It leans quite a bit just with a snowblower , an electric scooter might be a problem with more leaning . You must lay on the ground to incest the hitch pin
I currently have a Honda Accord. I was thinking about getting a small trailer to haul my snowblower to the local hardware store when it needs a tune up. This looks like maybe a good idea, but I was thinking about getting a riding mower too so maybe the small trailer is a better idea. Great video, though!
Could you add a bicycle rack onto the back of this rack? It looks like the receiver tubing runs all the way through to the back but doesn’t have a hole for pine. Could you just add the hole and throw in a bicycle hitch carrier?
Man I have the same car, same blower and I just got the carrier. I was thinking of keeping the cheaper $60 carrier but after seeing how easy is to load it I’m returning the cheaper rack!! And we’re getting snow today so I’ll try it.
What stops it from rolling to the driver’s side. Looking at the strap it stops rolling to the passenger side. Probably need to craft a block or 2 to keep the thing from sliding on that slippery metal
I am assuming that you are asking if I can put the carrier into the hitch receiver by myself and you are not asking how to install the hitch receiver on to the vehicle. I am able to pick up the carrier by myself, one of the reasons that I got the aluminum one. I put the ramp in the up position and put the pin in it. Then I generally will grab from the top, the part that the cargo sits on, between the squares with one hand on each side, about 10" from each end, and lift and balance the carrier and slide it into the hitch receiver. I hope this helps. Have a great Holiday. Thank you for your comments.
@@ReichpoloTech Thanks. That makes sense with the light weight aluminum. I found a great deal on a 27" Brigg & Stratton blower after accepting to take over several residential and commercial snow removal accounts from a gentleman preparing to retire. Couldn't pass up a good deal and I decided I'd figure out the transport aspect of the job down the road. Had the same idea to use the hitch mount carrier with a 500lb capacity. But the Harbor Freight carriers weren't wide enough. Found a steel carrier online (also at a great price) but the TH-cam video shows it being hitched up by 2 people, one on each end. My thought is I'll need to set the carrier into two floor jacks raised to the receiver level and gently slide the hitch into the receiver. I'm expecting the delivery today. Looking forward to updating you on how that works out. Any other suggestiins out there are welcome. 🤞🙏
Ever tried to load an aerator on it? Im starting a lawn care route ( fertilizer and aeration only ) and i dont want to get a trailer just for an aerator that ill be using only during fall. The big name company in my state use hitch carriers that are expensive and maybe more than what I need. They have the ones that carry the big ride on spreaders and aerators , im not on that level yet. So I'm looking at one of these for me.
Unfortunately I haven't ever tried to load an aerator on mine. Hopefully someone else on here can chime in and let you know about that. Good luck with your new fertilizer and aeration route.
Not sure what aerator you're running but I have a bluebird. I put plywood on the floor and ramp because I was worried about the tines and the small rear wheels will fall through the bottom. Definitely want a shim kit for the hitch receiver or this cheap ass platform will sway until it bends and breaks
Scout's Outdoor Services SOS I didn’t notice any street cracks. Only use mine a few times a winter for the snow blower. We don’t get a ton of snow in KY. I also don’t keep it on all the time. When I’m not using it, I take it off and store it in my shed.
You never showed it once you loaded it directly from the back do your handles hang out past the side of your vehicle is that an issue thank you for your time Simon PS in another video this rack rattled very badly when nothing was on it do you have that problem again thank you for your time
I don't know if it rattles when nothing is on it, because I only put it on when I have stuff to put on it, otherwise I remove it. I haven't paid much attention to if the handles stick out past the vehicle much. I will say this, I don't think it's much if it does, because I am normally pretty aware of stuff like that. I am very used to pulling a 14' tailor with my mowing equipment on it. So if it looked strange or excessive, I would notice it out of my mirrors when driving. I hope this helps.
The width inside is 29-3/8 inches, so technically it would fit, but it would be really snug and difficult to get on and off. I would suggest that you don't use this one with a 28 inch wide snowblower.
I would say most push mowers would fit on it, but measure yours. The width is 29-3/8th", so if the width of your push mower is less than that, you should be fine. Thanks for the question. It will be beneficial to a lot of people. I really appreciate your comment. Likes, comments, and share really help to channel. Thank you.
Any issues taking it on the highway ? Does the snowblower feel secure and is the carrier sturdy? Would hate for it to fail and lose a payload on the freeway. I’m sure it’s safe but just a thought. Thanks for your review. Nice job
So just to update everyone, i picked up the Haul-Master from Harbor Freights a week ago & took my snowblower 150# +/- in for service. Drove about 5 miles on the highway at 60mph w no issues. I purchased a anti rattling collar bracket for the hitch and that took out the wobble & play. I feel confident with this particular unit 👍
Question: Do you think it would be okay to leave the upper support off? I want to transport my 30" Toro TimeMaster lawn mower, but the deck is too wide. It MIGHT fit if it's just the bottom base. 🤔
I don't think that the fence around the outside of the top does anything, personally. I certainly don't rely on it keeping my cargo in it. I strap mine down with the ratchet straps from the eyelets. My snowblower doesn't even touch the top fence part. If my straps broke and it slide against the fence, I don't feel like the fence would keep it on, it would likely break. All of that being said, I have never tried it without the fence on there, so I don't have personal experience with that.
I’m not sure why you installed the ramp on the left instead of on the right side. You said it was because the handles hit the ramp. Well they wouldn’t hit the ramp considering that you backed it up the ramp. It’s that said, if your broken down on the freeway, highway, tollway, expressway or road. Your way will will be more dangerous to unload because your putting your self in harms way of traffic. That the reason why all Busses,R.V’s, travel trailer’s and cargo trailers with a side door always are on the right hand side of the vessel.
Marc Tompkins I did it that way because I did not ever want to have to unload on the side into a snowbank. I just unload and then put the ramp right back up. But I also never park in a heavy heavy traffic area when I need to unload it.
If I had to unload in a really high traffic area I would just sit cones out temporarily for a moment. And then put the ramp right back up. Honestly there are advantages and disadvantages for both ways of installing that ramp.
ReichpoloTech I completely understand the unloading issue and having to deal with a snowbank. Where I was going on the other issue. We don’t plan on flat tires, or needing a toolbox. But do you have access into the back of your vehicle, via the lift gate? That’s why I mentioned unloading into the edge of the traffic lane. If it can go wrong, it will. Im disabled and I bought one of these for carrying my power scooter. Are you happy with yours? Is there anything that your not happy about?
I don’t know exactly, but similar newer models 24” Yard Machine 2-stage 10 hp snow blowers weigh about 205 lbs. So I would say probably pretty close to that. Mine is a older model and a 5 speed forward and 2 speed reverse. The newer models look to be 6 speed forward and 2 speed reverse. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for the comment.
@@ReichpoloTech I’m looking at getting one of these for the back of my Honda passport. My snowblower is 200lbs and just concerned of the unit sagging in the back. Did you have any issues with that?
@@THEBHGROUP1 I don’t have any problem with mine sagging. I took mine on the interstate at 70+/- miles per hour. I might suggest to take turns a little slower than you might without it, but it’s worked well for me.
@@ReichpoloTech Thanks. I've been looking for something like this for my 2009 Subaru Forester. Only have to transport my snowblowers about 5 miles in the city for maintenance. I think this would work. Doubt that i would be traveling more than 40 MPH.
I haven't, but I will say that I generally drive slower and more cautious with it on there. I tend to be more aware of bumps and potholes etc, because I don't want it bouncing around back there. I have to cross a railroad track occasionally and I go very very slowly.
Make sure to not put too much weight on it. I would make sure that you don't stand on it with your other objects. I only put my snowblower on it, by its self. I haven't heard others complain about it bending unless their snowblower was bigger and heavier than mine. Good luck with it and I appreciate the comments.
There is a problem with these carriers. The problem is the weight and tork that is put on the hitch. The hitch has a 300lb tongue weight. Now if you have a 250 lb tool or chair and it bounced it is exerting 500lbs on the hitch in a twisting motion. Not made for that kind of weight
I agree. I would not put 500 lbs on one. I use mine like this guy dose for my snowblowers. Both mine the single stage and the one like he shows here. The single stage weights 90 lbs the two stage 180lbs. That kind of weight should be no problem.
It hasn't been an issue so far, knock on wood. I think that if I was doing something that the police didn't like, they would ask me to pull over and I would do so willingly.
There have probably been a million of those sold and I would imagine if the police had a problem with them they would be illegal by now or there would at least be some warning packaged with these.
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Thanks! I had the same idea before buying it. Your video was the answer.
Great!
Perfect... Just the video I was looking for. Wasn't sure a snowblower would fit on it and also wondered about having to back it on. Thanks!
Wade Davis glad I could help.
Thanks for this video I'm sold on buying a ramp to transport my snowblower. I even coincidentally have the same car, too!
I'm glad you like the video. My highlander has 335K miles on it and it is still my daily driver. Mine has some issues now (some leaking fluids that I top off by-weekly), but for a 15 year old vehicle with that many miles on it, I couldn't have asked for a better one. Also, it is kind of like family. When I get a new one, I doubt that I'll get rid of this one, I'll probably just use this for a work type vehicle still. Sorry I got off on a tangent there for a minute, but the cargo carrier with ramp has worked well for me when I didn't want to have to get my 14' trailer out for something smaller like my snow blower or a couple of coolers or stuff like that.
@@ReichpoloTech No worries I appreciate you posting this video. I was on the fence about buying one but it looks like it'll get the job done!
Great review! I usually walk my blower to my in-laws house around the block , takes me 20 minutes to walk it over...(30 seconds by car)
I will definitely need to invest in this! Will definitely come in handy, thanks !!!
I have been happy with mine. Please share the video with someone else. Thanks for the comments.
You forgot to say "That's not going anywhere" after ratcheting the strap!
LOL. I probably did in my head. LOL
Gotta snap the line with your finger to check for tension too! Lol
Yep. For sure. Ha ha.
He knew we were all saying it for him 🤣
It leans quite a bit just with a snowblower , an electric scooter might be a problem with more leaning . You must lay on the ground to incest the hitch pin
Answered most of my questions. 1 more, how's it holding up?
I currently have a Honda Accord. I was thinking about getting a small trailer to haul my snowblower to the local hardware store when it needs a tune up. This looks like maybe a good idea, but I was thinking about getting a riding mower too so maybe the small trailer is a better idea. Great video, though!
TH-cam the tune up and save some $ it’s a small engine and only a few things to mess with
I like it
I’m glad you liked it. Thanks for checking it out. Happy Holidays.
What size bucket will fit I have a 24 inch that is 27 between skids
U might wanna get an adapter to raise the hitch off the ground. Mine used to bottom out going over speed bumps.
I haven't noticed that problem with mine, but that is a good suggestion for some people, I'm sure. Thanks for your comment. Happy Holidays.
Have you been pulled over yet? That snow blower blocks your license plate??? wouldn't mind getting one for my push mower and generator transport.
Nope I’ve never been pulled over. It’s never been an issue for me.
This thing still holding up? Thinking of getting one to transport my yard machines 26” thrower.
I still think mine is working well.
Where are ur taillights for that trailer?
Could you add a bicycle rack onto the back of this rack? It looks like the receiver tubing runs all the way through to the back but doesn’t have a hole for pine.
Could you just add the hole and throw in a bicycle hitch carrier?
I don't know that answer.
Man I have the same car, same blower and I just got the carrier. I was thinking of keeping the cheaper $60 carrier but after seeing how easy is to load it I’m returning the cheaper rack!! And we’re getting snow today so I’ll try it.
That’s awesome. Good luck with it. I appreciate the comments.
exactly what i need to do. Thx
Glad that you liked the video. Please share it with someone else. Thanks.
Love this
Thanks. Please share.
What stops it from rolling to the driver’s side. Looking at the strap it stops rolling to the passenger side. Probably need to craft a block or 2 to keep the thing from sliding on that slippery metal
When I ratchet strap mine down, it doesn't move, but if you want to take extra precautions, by all means, do what makes you comfortable.
Are you able to hitch it onto the vehicle yourself or need assistance? If you it alone can you describe how you do it ?
Thanks
I am assuming that you are asking if I can put the carrier into the hitch receiver by myself and you are not asking how to install the hitch receiver on to the vehicle. I am able to pick up the carrier by myself, one of the reasons that I got the aluminum one. I put the ramp in the up position and put the pin in it. Then I generally will grab from the top, the part that the cargo sits on, between the squares with one hand on each side, about 10" from each end, and lift and balance the carrier and slide it into the hitch receiver. I hope this helps. Have a great Holiday. Thank you for your comments.
@@ReichpoloTech Thanks. That makes sense with the light weight aluminum. I found a great deal on a 27" Brigg & Stratton blower after accepting to take over several residential and commercial snow removal accounts from a gentleman preparing to retire. Couldn't pass up a good deal and I decided I'd figure out the transport aspect of the job down the road. Had the same idea to use the hitch mount carrier with a 500lb capacity. But the Harbor Freight carriers weren't wide enough. Found a steel carrier online (also at a great price) but the TH-cam video shows it being hitched up by 2 people, one on each end. My thought is I'll need to set the carrier into two floor jacks raised to the receiver level and gently slide the hitch into the receiver. I'm expecting the delivery today. Looking forward to updating you on how that works out. Any other suggestiins out there are welcome.
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@@benedwardsdtp6505 It sounds like you have it all figured out. Good luck with all of it and have a great Holiday Season. Thank you for your comments.
Ever tried to load an aerator on it? Im starting a lawn care route ( fertilizer and aeration only ) and i dont want to get a trailer just for an aerator that ill be using only during fall.
The big name company in my state use hitch carriers that are expensive and maybe more than what I need. They have the ones that carry the big ride on spreaders and aerators , im not on that level yet.
So I'm looking at one of these for me.
Unfortunately I haven't ever tried to load an aerator on mine. Hopefully someone else on here can chime in and let you know about that. Good luck with your new fertilizer and aeration route.
@@ReichpoloTech thanks man
Not sure what aerator you're running but I have a bluebird. I put plywood on the floor and ramp because I was worried about the tines and the small rear wheels will fall through the bottom. Definitely want a shim kit for the hitch receiver or this cheap ass platform will sway until it bends and breaks
I tried. It’s too small
Great video! Very cool! Thank you!
Glad you liked it! I appreciate the comments.
any cracks or failures 3 yrs later?
I need this in a 30" x 72" size
Other brands make them, but they are pricey. Here is an example. amzn.to/3kwRrMc Thanks for your comment.
How did it hold up through the winter? Any stress cracks?
Scout's Outdoor Services SOS I didn’t notice any street cracks. Only use mine a few times a winter for the snow blower. We don’t get a ton of snow in KY. I also don’t keep it on all the time. When I’m not using it, I take it off and store it in my shed.
You never showed it once you loaded it directly from the back do your handles hang out past the side of your vehicle is that an issue thank you for your time Simon PS in another video this rack rattled very badly when nothing was on it do you have that problem again thank you for your time
I don't know if it rattles when nothing is on it, because I only put it on when I have stuff to put on it, otherwise I remove it. I haven't paid much attention to if the handles stick out past the vehicle much. I will say this, I don't think it's much if it does, because I am normally pretty aware of stuff like that. I am very used to pulling a 14' tailor with my mowing equipment on it. So if it looked strange or excessive, I would notice it out of my mirrors when driving. I hope this helps.
@@ReichpoloTech thanks so much I really appreciate it
You're welcome.
Do you think a 28 will fit in it
The width inside is 29-3/8 inches, so technically it would fit, but it would be really snug and difficult to get on and off. I would suggest that you don't use this one with a 28 inch wide snowblower.
U think a push mower will fil on it?
I would say most push mowers would fit on it, but measure yours. The width is 29-3/8th", so if the width of your push mower is less than that, you should be fine. Thanks for the question. It will be beneficial to a lot of people. I really appreciate your comment. Likes, comments, and share really help to channel. Thank you.
Any issues taking it on the highway ? Does the snowblower feel secure and is the carrier sturdy? Would hate for it to fail and lose a payload on the freeway. I’m sure it’s safe but just a thought. Thanks for your review. Nice job
So just to update everyone, i picked up the Haul-Master from Harbor Freights a week ago & took my snowblower 150# +/- in for service.
Drove about 5 miles on the highway at 60mph w no issues. I purchased a anti rattling collar bracket for the hitch and that took out the wobble & play. I feel confident with this particular unit 👍
Thanks for your comments.
What size snowblower is that. I was thinking about buying 1 i have a 30" troy built was wondering if it would fit
My snow blower is 24". I measured the inside width of that carrier and it is 29-3/8th". So your 30" snow blower WILL NOT fit on there.
Thank you for your question.
I was looking on Amazon and saw this one that would fit your snow blower. It's Pricey, but it would fit. amzn.to/3kwRrMc
@@ReichpoloTech will a 28inch fit ?
Good sir, I have a question for ya. What's the max width this haul master would handle? What's the biggest snowblower I can put on one?
My snow blower is 24". I measured the inside width of this carrier and it is 29-3/8th". Hope this helps.
Question: Do you think it would be okay to leave the upper support off? I want to transport my 30" Toro TimeMaster lawn mower, but the deck is too wide. It MIGHT fit if it's just the bottom base. 🤔
I don't think that the fence around the outside of the top does anything, personally. I certainly don't rely on it keeping my cargo in it. I strap mine down with the ratchet straps from the eyelets. My snowblower doesn't even touch the top fence part. If my straps broke and it slide against the fence, I don't feel like the fence would keep it on, it would likely break. All of that being said, I have never tried it without the fence on there, so I don't have personal experience with that.
how wide is the snow blower?
That snow blower in the video is 24" wide.
Can you tell me what snow blower is shown on your Cargo Carrier brand name a n d size
Yard Machine by MTD 10HP 24” Electric Start 2 Stage. 5 Forward 2 Reverse Self Propelled.
I’m not sure why you installed the ramp on the left instead of on the right side. You said it was because the handles hit the ramp. Well they wouldn’t hit the ramp considering that you backed it up the ramp. It’s that said, if your broken down on the freeway, highway, tollway, expressway or road. Your way will will be more dangerous to unload because your putting your self in harms way of traffic. That the reason why all Busses,R.V’s, travel trailer’s and cargo trailers with a side door always are on the right hand side of the vessel.
Marc Tompkins I did it that way because I did not ever want to have to unload on the side into a snowbank. I just unload and then put the ramp right back up. But I also never park in a heavy heavy traffic area when I need to unload it.
If I had to unload in a really high traffic area I would just sit cones out temporarily for a moment. And then put the ramp right back up. Honestly there are advantages and disadvantages for both ways of installing that ramp.
ReichpoloTech I completely understand the unloading issue and having to deal with a snowbank. Where I was going on the other issue. We don’t plan on flat tires, or needing a toolbox. But do you have access into the back of your vehicle, via the lift gate? That’s why I mentioned unloading into the edge of the traffic lane. If it can go wrong, it will. Im disabled and I bought one of these for carrying my power scooter. Are you happy with yours? Is there anything that your not happy about?
How was it to build
Love the UK sticker... oh, and very helpful video, too. :)
Glad it was helpful. Yeah Go CATS. I appreciate the comments. Thank you.
Can you please demonstrate how you get the snow blower off the ramp?
How much does your snowblower weight?
I don’t know exactly, but similar newer models 24” Yard Machine 2-stage 10 hp snow blowers weigh about 205 lbs. So I would say probably pretty close to that. Mine is a older model and a 5 speed forward and 2 speed reverse. The newer models look to be 6 speed forward and 2 speed reverse. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for the comment.
@@ReichpoloTech I’m looking at getting one of these for the back of my Honda passport.
My snowblower is 200lbs and just concerned of the unit sagging in the back. Did you have any issues with that?
@@THEBHGROUP1 I don’t have any problem with mine sagging. I took mine on the interstate at 70+/- miles per hour. I might suggest to take turns a little slower than you might without it, but it’s worked well for me.
If you are going to go over something really bumpy like a railroad track or something like that. I would slow way down with it on there.
@@ReichpoloTech Thanks. I've been looking for something like this for my 2009 Subaru Forester. Only have to transport my snowblowers about 5 miles in the city for maintenance. I think this would work. Doubt that i would be traveling more than 40 MPH.
All juiced up and ready to go with no snow to blow 😪
Yeah I hear ya. I’m in Kentucky and we’ve had some snow this year but after a couple days it’s usually gone.
have you ever had it hit bottom on some street dips??
I haven't, but I will say that I generally drive slower and more cautious with it on there. I tend to be more aware of bumps and potholes etc, because I don't want it bouncing around back there. I have to cross a railroad track occasionally and I go very very slowly.
I know it says it holds 500lbs, but seems kinda flimsy? hmmm
Not so solid. Mine started bending from the main hitch.
Make sure to not put too much weight on it. I would make sure that you don't stand on it with your other objects. I only put my snowblower on it, by its self. I haven't heard others complain about it bending unless their snowblower was bigger and heavier than mine. Good luck with it and I appreciate the comments.
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Thanks for checking out the video.
Wat is the praise
maria rojas At Harbor Freight $169.99 as of right now. 9/29/18
There is a problem with these carriers. The problem is the weight and tork that is put on the hitch. The hitch has a 300lb tongue weight. Now if you have a 250 lb tool or chair and it bounced it is exerting 500lbs on the hitch in a twisting motion. Not made for that kind of weight
I agree. I would not put 500 lbs on one. I use mine like this guy dose for my snowblowers. Both mine the single stage and the one like he shows here. The single stage weights 90 lbs the two stage 180lbs. That kind of weight should be no problem.
I agree, that snow blower isn't very heavy.
@@jimb6017 I should have read this comment earlier lol. I had to do a weight research .
Too steep to drive a wheelchair up.
I can't confirm or deny that. I haven't ever driven a wheelchair up mine.
this covers your license plate,,,...this wouldnt work out very well with the police im afraid
It hasn't been an issue so far, knock on wood. I think that if I was doing something that the police didn't like, they would ask me to pull over and I would do so willingly.
There have probably been a million of those sold and I would imagine if the police had a problem with them they would be illegal by now or there would at least be some warning packaged with these.