Trailer Ramps are 100% solid, made with an exclusive patented process that coats high-density expanded foam with a traction surface for a lightweight ramp solution that is strong yet durable. When prompted at checkout, click pay by Paypal first and then on the next screen click on credit card right below where it asks for your Paypal account information. You wont find weak piano hinges here. A ramp extension can also be added to any width or style of trailer. Trying to find it on their website but no luck with transition flap or metal transitions. Using plywood in that location means trying to get stuff up onto the plywood, then, pushing it up the ramp. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. A metal transition works better as an extension, because they dont sag out, dont rot, and theyre thinner material, so things like a tool chest can be rolled into the trailer. In some cases, it may be larger than 16 to accommodate heavy duty ramps. Measure the thickness of trailer door/ramp. Mine was under $100. If you bought a few regular door hinges and spread them out, that would work too. 3" Wide Continuous Stainless Steel Hinge, 6' Long Polar Hardware Enclosed Trailer Parts SH3. If you do not have a yardstick, carefully measure out 36" with a tape measure or other straight, rigid object. In true Canadian Trailer Company style, you will notice that our ramp extensions are built different than most manufacturers. The ramps will not slide, scratch, or otherwise damage any floor type and can hold up to 1,500 lbs. I made my own with plywood and multiple standard door hinges. 
Measure vertically from the ground to the end of the yardstick or 36" point on the tape measure. Ideal for low profile vehicles like race cars, or heavy items like motorcycles. Transition Flap versus Ramp Extension, not sure which one is right for you? And, eventually, the screws securing the hinge work out of the plywood. They have them in various sizes. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The aluminum continuous hinge has predrilled holes and is suitable for surface-mounted applications requiring uninterrupted support along the full length of the pieces being joined. Place a yardstick/tape measure at the base of your front wheel. We notch out the base of our ramp door so that our extension is supported by the base of the of the ramp door with hinges attached the end. Use our ramp calculator above to determine which Trailer Ramps will work best for your car and trailer, and let us know if you have any questions. Both enclosed and open trailers work with our Trailer Ramps. We cannot, however, cover any damage to a product inflicted through misuse or unintended uses for products and proof of purchase is required. Piano hinges provide support to run the full length of the doors, panels, or pieces being joined together. It may not display this or other websites correctly. We will contact you after order with additional shipping cost. If you are loading heavy equipment such as a motorcycle across a piano hinge, its not going to take long before it breaks. If you are loading and unloading items with small wheels or castors, like toolboxes, carts, dollies etc., the transition flap keeps the wheels from falling into the gap. Raise up the yardstick or tape measure until it hits the underside of your car (the spoiler). https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/atp-transition-flap-48-length/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/atp-transition-flap-60-length/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/atp-transition-flap-72-length/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/atp-transition-flap-88-length/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/steel-transition-flap/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/5-6-wide-ramp-flap-piano-hinge/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/7-wide-ramp-flap-piano-hinge/, https://www.stealthtrailer.com/product/8-5-wide-ramp-flap-piano-hinge/, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. You may need two sets of hands to get an accurate measurement here. You have a sportscar, a modded car, or a custom-built car with a low clearance and you wince every time you hear the front bumper scrape when you load it onto your trailer using the built-in, fold-down trailer ramp. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. I got mine from Stealth Trailer Parts. To determine the best angle of approach for your vehicle, we have devised the yardstick test below. RAMP EXTENSION: a 16 hinged extension attached to the bottom of your ramp door which creates a lower angle to the ground. The pin runs the length of the hinge holding the leaves or flaps together. If your stock trailer ramps have an additional fold down ramp/flap, you can fold it up, remove it, or purchase a ramp that has a flap cut-out built into the ramp (check the appropriate box below). NOTE: Product may be subject to an additional handling fee through carrier for being a long piece. You want the metal version with piano hinge, because theyre way stronger and can be installed to the ground, over the door gap, or both (< how Ive ordered my trailers). Discussion in 'General' started by DBConz, Jan 20, 2020. Worked great. It is available as a customization to any width trailer, steel, or aluminum. Same width as the rest of the door, or maybe an inch or two narrower. The ramp extension provides a smoother transition from ground to ramp to trailer by creating a longer access slope. Best way to install it ? It doesnt take much to soften the angle, and we offer a calculator to make sure that you are perfectly matched with the ramps you need. Just a little rougher to push over Fastenal is where I purchased my hinge locally. As always you can phone in your credit card order at: WARRANTYPlattinum is proud to offer on all of our personally fabricated products a 5 year limited warranty against manufactures defect. per ramp for a total vehicle weight capacity of 6,000 lbs. Its a perfect add on for window installers, work trailers or even your toy hauler. For the time and money you put into your ride, you don't want to risk costly damage when a subpar ramp fails. JavaScript is disabled. All aluminum folding trailer door ramp, 72 x 60 x 4, made in USA. Used some heavy self tapping screws and never had any issues with karts, micro Sprint, Sprint car, modified, Pontiac, and whatever else we had in that trailer. Transition Flap VS. Ramp Extension, which suits your needs? I have alway heard the ramp extension called a beaver tail. Custom powder coated carts and accessories for fishing, racing, and other outdoor activities. The hinge is available from most trailer repair places, and is basically an overbuilt piano hinge. For additional strength, we add a support bar across the width of the ground side of the extension. What duc said. It typically attaches to 3/4" ply with the "barrel" of the hinge facing "up" (from the surface of the ramp" so that the flap folds inward and clears the opening flange and when open, the "end" of the original ramp door supports the ply from bending down too far. My grandfather got some hinges from the local Ace hardware and a piece of wood, later upgraded to diamond plate when we had the modified. 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The leaf is the flat metal portion of the hinge that extends laterally from the knuckle and revolves around the pin. Are you tired of hauling around heavy, unsafe boards to use as a makeshift ramp extension? Bolts are better, but if the door is already built, it's hard to get in there to install bolts. TRANSITION FLAP: an angled aluminum flap that attaches to the floor of the trailer and covers the gap between the trailer floor and the ramp door. So, whether you need a Transition Flap or Ramp Extension, both are valuable options to consider when customizing your trailer. Is your trailer door too steep to get your car to the track or autocross? What all would i need to add a flap extension on my enclosed trailer ramp door ? Numerous size options are available in our one- and two-piece designs, with and without flap cut-outs. ). You are using an out of date browser. Length depends on how much extension you need. Please call before you order if you have any questions or concerns about the additional charges. Our trailer ramps are specifically designed to notch into your fold-down trailer doors for a smooth transition, with decreased angle of approaches as low as 4.3 degrees. Race Ramps has the solution for you: simply place your trailer door on the notch of our specially-designed Trailer Ramps and decrease your angle of approach to as little as 4.3 degrees. Been to lowes and Home Depot and they dont have any heavy ones. RAMP EXTENSION: a 16 hinged extension attached to the bottom of your ramp door which creates a lower angle to the ground. This piano hinge by Flexco Products, Inc. is commonly found on ramp door flaps of enclosed trailers with ramp doors but can be used for many other applications. Both are a helpful customization; however, that need can vary depending on how you use your trailer daily. A Paypal account is not necessary to checkout. You must log in or register to reply here. These hassle-free, lightweight ramps are ideal for low-ground-clearance cars with extra-wide tires. Its called a transition flap and can be bought through any trailer dealer, Redneck Trailer Supply, or online. This hinge is perfect for hollow metal doors and frames, and for use with wood and aluminum. I installed mine with 1/4" carriage bolts on the ply side and good wood screws on the door side. Driving up the smaller angle over a longer distance compensates for the low ground clearance and keeps your bumper from touching the trailer. Measure from the ground to the top of your current trailer door/ramp at the hinge point. 
Record that height here (in inches). A transition flap will stop all that debris from getting trapped in the gap, and it can be swept right out of the trailer. An aluminum piano type hinge is attached, but we include no hardware nor do we drill any holes so that you may decide how to attach to your particular trailer. NOTE: This item, because of its size, will need to be shipped by truck line to a commercial address. Although normally the transition flap is what covers the trailer floor to ramp part and the little flap on the ramp to the ground is called a ramp extension or similar. Put away the homemade plywood or lumber ramps and use our Trailer Ramps to bridge the gap between ground and trailer regardless of how low the clearance is for your car. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Sled and ATV owners may notice issues with snow, mud or debris falling in the gap between your trailer floor and ramp door, which over time, can cause damage to your cladding. an angled aluminum flap that attaches to the floor of the trailer and covers the gap between the trailer floor and the ramp door. If youve ever tried to load these items without a transition flap, you will know exactly why its convenient. We are happy to make a custom set if our standard options don't workjust give us a call! piano hinge i think i got at home depot 5'. I'll take pics of my installation method and post back here.dunno' if I'll get to it tomorrow or not. Where can i find the hinge?
Record that height here (in inches). A transition flap will stop all that debris from getting trapped in the gap, and it can be swept right out of the trailer. An aluminum piano type hinge is attached, but we include no hardware nor do we drill any holes so that you may decide how to attach to your particular trailer. NOTE: This item, because of its size, will need to be shipped by truck line to a commercial address. Although normally the transition flap is what covers the trailer floor to ramp part and the little flap on the ramp to the ground is called a ramp extension or similar. Put away the homemade plywood or lumber ramps and use our Trailer Ramps to bridge the gap between ground and trailer regardless of how low the clearance is for your car. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Sled and ATV owners may notice issues with snow, mud or debris falling in the gap between your trailer floor and ramp door, which over time, can cause damage to your cladding. an angled aluminum flap that attaches to the floor of the trailer and covers the gap between the trailer floor and the ramp door. If youve ever tried to load these items without a transition flap, you will know exactly why its convenient. We are happy to make a custom set if our standard options don't workjust give us a call! piano hinge i think i got at home depot 5'. I'll take pics of my installation method and post back here.dunno' if I'll get to it tomorrow or not. Where can i find the hinge?