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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 03:36 PM
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pelican
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Something to keep in mind, we live in a sue happy society these days. There are some possible liability issues if you're allowing something to hang out of your truck and it's not properly marked. I could care less about getting a ticket but anytime a ambulance chasing attorney gets involved it's probably not going to turn out good, even if you win. 
 I've never been good, But I've been Lucky! I don't Lie or Exaggerate, but sometimes I remember BIG!
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 03:58 PM
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bert
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You also have to be careful with the interpretation, some municipalities say the tailgate is the end of the vehicle others say the tail light and some go with the bumper. You just have to cover yourself by using the extender with lights.
Each municipality decides what is acceptable beyond the state requirement so if you have 2 lights visible from the rear with DOT approved reflectors rear and sides you are legal for the most part throughout Texas.
Bert
"Ipsa scientia potestas est"-Knowledge in itself is power - Sir Francis Bacon "Beware the lolipop of mediocrity, one lick and you could suck forever" - unknown author
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 04:05 PM
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Tallgrass05
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When I used my bed extender I'd use the red lights, yellow marker lights, reflectors, and red flag, even in the daytime. I wanted drivers to see that kayak hanging off the back. I also carry a copy of the regulations in my glove box in case some LEO ever tried to hassle me.
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: Rhino68W]
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02/16/16 04:52 PM
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LSM
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If you have more than 4 feet of overhang and want to get technical and be perfectly legal, you'll need lights and/or reflectors at night and, at a minimum, a red flag for daytime. If you can secure the yak without a bed extender, there is no need to waste your money. The amount of overhang is from the rear of your vehicle, not the extender. I use a red flag only night and day and have not had any issues. If you want complete peace of mind, get some lights. So what happens the first time you hit an unexpected dip in the road and your hull warps because there wasn't any support past the tailgate?
Get an extender, do it right with some lights and a flag. Guess I'll just think back to this post and think, "Man that Rhino dude was so right about this"...or not. omg
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 06:01 PM
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xFLYNNx
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So true about liability, honestly none of this ever crossed my mind. I figured if someone rams my yak from behind it's their fault. Sorry sacks of shite they are!
But me screaming, "how could you not see my mango colored yak hanging 5' out the back," may not hold up.
Will have to think this one through, one thing for sure, this hobby is starting to add up.
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 06:21 PM
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Tallgrass05
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BOAT = Break Out Another Thousand, it doesn't matter if it's just a kayak.
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: HOU Razorback]
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02/16/16 06:24 PM
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Nathan "Bull" Montgomery
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What do you fellas with short truck beds do to support you yak? I've got 7' with tailgate leaving 5' of yak hanging out the back. I was thinking about ripping a 2x4 and making my own extender. I'm guessing if I get T style extender out to about the 9' mark I should be fine. You can buy THESE... I just don't feel like spending $60+ on it. You can get them off ebay for $58 with a red flag. Here is mine that i used for the first time this weekend. I have a 5.5 ft bed with a toolbox: How easy is that extender to break down and put in the truck after you unload? Man I swear when I was looking for mine I couldn't find anything cheaper than $80 on ebay so i went with the Harbor Freight one. But I like this one because it goes up at the end instead of staying straight. My Harbor Freight one scrapes the ground sometimes. Even raised the rear of my truck up 1" to try and compensate for it.
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 06:25 PM
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Nathan "Bull" Montgomery
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So true about liability, honestly none of this ever crossed my mind. I figured if someone rams my yak from behind it's their fault. Sorry sacks of shite they are!
But me screaming, "how could you not see my mango colored yak hanging 5' out the back," may not hold up.
Will have to think this one through, one thing for sure, this hobby is starting to add up. Ill sell you my used Harbor Freight one for $40 so I can switch to the ebay one if you're interested?
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 06:47 PM
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Tallgrass05
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Nathan, that extender breaks down fast, it's a 3-piece unit. I'd undo the top "goal post" section and leave the 2-piece bottom section together and store them in the truck cab while on the water. 60 seconds to undo and store. I also like that the height of the top piece is adjustable, as is the width. I'd angle the bow of the kayak downward.
Last edited by Tallgrass05; 02/16/16 07:01 PM.
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 08:01 PM
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Nathan "Bull" Montgomery
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Awesome thank you! If anyone wants a lightly used Harbor freight one Ill sell it for $40 obo!
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 08:49 PM
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badgrandad
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I just bought one online from Home Depot and it was delivered free to my local Home Depot. I figured I could return it if it didn't work right. It was around $75 and seemed pretty well built. I figured it was worth that much to a) protect my Yukon while I slid the kayak up on the roof B) have a further back point to balance and tie the yak for long transport c) help my buddy when we use his short bed truck to go together and take 2 yaks
This one is reversible, it stands up for suv's and lays down for pick ups. The downside is it is a "L" shape that will probably scrape if we get on uneven ground in the truck.
I get it that the cost of owning a yak can be surprisingly high given the seeming low purchase price. Some things just can't be safely ignored, and transport is one.
Just because you can, doesn't mean you should!
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: xFLYNNx]
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02/16/16 09:30 PM
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PowerLizard
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So true about liability, honestly none of this ever crossed my mind. I figured if someone rams my yak from behind it's their fault. Sorry sacks of shite they are!
But me screaming, "how could you not see my mango colored yak hanging 5' out the back," may not hold up.
Will have to think this one through, one thing for sure, this hobby is starting to add up. Mariner Sails has a $4 red flag that is designed to slip through the kayak handle and make you legal. The only cheaper alternative might be tying a clean red grease rag or t-shirt to the end of the kayak. http://shop.mariner-sails.com/Mariner-Safety-Flag-KP-817.htm?categoryId=-1
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Re: TRUCK EXTENDER
[Re: Nathan "Bull" Montgomery]
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02/17/16 07:23 PM
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HOU Razorback
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What do you fellas with short truck beds do to support you yak? I've got 7' with tailgate leaving 5' of yak hanging out the back. I was thinking about ripping a 2x4 and making my own extender. I'm guessing if I get T style extender out to about the 9' mark I should be fine. You can buy THESE... I just don't feel like spending $60+ on it. You can get them off ebay for $58 with a red flag. Here is mine that i used for the first time this weekend. I have a 5.5 ft bed with a toolbox: How easy is that extender to break down and put in the truck after you unload? Man I swear when I was looking for mine I couldn't find anything cheaper than $80 on ebay so i went with the Harbor Freight one. But I like this one because it goes up at the end instead of staying straight. My Harbor Freight one scrapes the ground sometimes. Even raised the rear of my truck up 1" to try and compensate for it. Its super easy. It's in the three parts and it has quick disconnect pins. It's lightweight too. I can have it out in less than a minute.
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