want a ramp to load a Go Go travel scooter in Prius V mini-suv's trunk. 3' seems like too steep a grade, can u recommend something?
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A 3 ft. is too short. You'll have to measure from the ground to the top of you trunk, to get a length that will work but there will be a steep rise no matter what length you decide on and it will depend on how tall you are if you can maintain control to push into the vehicle.
502498
I think you are right about it being too steep. They have various lengths, maybe go with a 5,6 or 8 ft.
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This angle of this ramp is just right on a 6 in drop. I am not sure how high the trunk is, but it must be higher than that. There is a chart available on the ramp site that tells you the length you need for the depth of the drop. Hope this helps.
502500
Look for ADA requirements as to how long a ramp should be to scale a height of "x" feet. For example, for a height of 9 inches a ramp of 5-6 feet works well. Note this is short of what the ADA suggestion should be.
1518740
I would say this ramp is more made for the back end of a vehicle. I think it could be used indoors, but it most likely be way too long and in the way...
1544799
No too small, it's probably best suited for the razor scooters only. I think a bike might crack the ramp. Look for something taller and wider.
1093558
It is a telescoping ramp that is completely adjustable, lengthwise. I would try a rubber stopper like what you use to protect floors from furniture to keep it from sliding. That is only a guess because I only use it in my van.
1818856
I believe the hinge is a piano type hinge and it shouldn't be a problem. However if this is a serious concern you should confirm this. I do not have the ramp to visually inspect. It belongs to my son who carries it in his van. The ramp is rated for a certain poundage. I think it is 300. How much does the scooter weigh plus users weight?
670796
I think the angle might be too ab,rupt for use as a ramp, if I understand your question correctly. It curves up quickly
1650979
IMO..You should have all the vertical parts of the ramp on solid,even support for proper load support and,You could very well experience sliding of the ramp as You try to ascend...Dave
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The answers given here are mostly correct. Allow foot of ramp length for every 2-3 inches of height to the area that the ramp will rest on in the vehicle, be it the bumper or the floor of you vehicle. The longer the ramp the easier it will be to drive or push someone up on. Be aware that for most people 1 foot of length to 3 inches of height is too steep and can be a struggle not only getting in but also out. This has to be balanced with the room available for storage of the folded ramp (half the over all ramp length) and the room that is available to use the ramp in, whether at your home or in a parking lot. The answers given here are mostly correct. Allow foot of ramp length for every 2-3 inches of height to the area that the ramp will rest on in the vehicle, be it the bumper or the floor of you vehicle. The longer the ramp the easier it will be to drive or push someone up on. Be aware that for most people 1 foot of length to 3 inches of height is too steep and can be a struggle not only getting in but also out. This has to be balanced with the room available for storage of the folded ramp (half the over all ramp length) and the room that is available to use the ramp in, whether at your home... » Read More The answers given here are mostly correct. Allow foot of ramp length for every 2-3 inches of height to the area that the ramp will rest on in the vehicle, be it the bumper or the floor of you vehicle. The longer the ramp the easier it will be to drive or push someone up on. Be aware that for most people 1 foot of length to 3 inches of height is too steep and can be a struggle not only getting in but also out. This has to be balanced with the room available for storage of the folded ramp (half the over all ramp length) and the room that is available to use the ramp in, whether at your home or in a parking lot. « Show Less
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Yes! I had a very steep ramp I had to use leaving work, it was a life saver!
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You need a class III or IV 2 inch hitch on your vehicle. I have a Dodge Grand Caravan. I purchased the hitch to hold the carrier from U-Haul; and they installed the hitch on my vehicle. If you have a vehicle like mine the hitch will be closer to the ground than on an SUV. Go slow in and out of drive ways and parking lots. The carrier may scrape the ground slightly if the slope is too great. Don't worry though the carrier can handle a little bit of scraping.
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The directions on the Prairie View Industries website will tell you how to calculate length. All lengths claim to be able to handle 800 pounds, except for 12 foot, which only handles 600 pounds. However, I've never ridden it up the ramp -- I load the scooter manually. I would not feel safe riding up a portable ramp, even though I have the extension on the top for extra stability. However, I have known of someone who did ride into the van, and evidently had no problems.
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The ramp is lightweight and strong. It should say the weight rating. It also comes in different lengths I think. We used it for my Mom and her wheelchair into the house, but it was only about a 5" rise. The trunk would be much more, but I think it could work with a longer ramp.
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You can raise or lower the ride with this product. I raised my 64 Impala 1 inch with the screw in metal spacers. They might be a bit simpler to install.
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You should be fine, the ramps are 10in. of track area. I run 50's on the back of my van which are 12 inches wide with no problem. Go for it brother!
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I would go with what Gary stated. Once it is determined that your car can have a hitch installed, You would have to use a 2 or 4 inch lift (which is just a tubular steel insert) to add to the height of the platform (since a car is lower than a SUV). I have seen many cars on the road with this and other types of scooter and full chair lifts. You may not need the long ramp on this one SUV's tend to be higher than a car and would require a long ramp .... Do a search for scooter wheelchair carrier (some have free prime shipping).
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I received a shipment of the 2 ramps separately packed in a box and the connecting straps were stuffed inside this same box. There were some instructions on how the straps get mounted to make the 2 ramps a single ramp, however, I only needed one ramp to load a scooter in a van. I realized that if I ever want to convert to a double-ramp, I will have to research my file folders and hopefully be able to find the original sheet of paper instructions that came packed in the box. Also, I sure hope I'll remember where I hid the connecting straps as well! Hope my experience helps answer your question! I received a shipment of the 2 ramps separately packed in a box and the connecting straps were stuffed inside this same box. There were some instructions on how the straps get mounted to make the 2 ramps a single ramp, however, I only needed one ramp to load a scooter in a van. I realized that if I ever want to convert to a double-ramp, I will have to research my file folders and hopefully be able to find the original sheet of paper instructions that came packed in the box. Also, I sure hope I'll remember where I hid the connecting straps as well! Hope my experience helps answer your question!
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I used it on a semi truck , should be easy to use on R.V. less incline. I recommend this product.