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Non-skid coating/spray for metal loading ramps?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by xxaarraa, May 2, 2011.

  1. May 2, 2011 at 2:22 AM
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    xxaarraa

    xxaarraa [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Folks,

    I am using some el-cheapo Harborfreight ramps to load/unload my motorcycle on the Tacoma (similar to one in picture attached). I am finding that the ramps are precariously slippery especially in the mornings with dew/damp conditions. I almost dropped the bike once and now really nervous going up and down on them.

    Anyone know if I can sand them down spray any textured paint on them to make them more grippy? Would something like Line-X help? Or is there anything specifically for this purpose? Please advice, thanks a lot.

    A.

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  2. May 2, 2011 at 2:38 AM
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    truck bed liner would work, though the price you would pay for linex you might as well buy a good set of ramps. You could try the self applied truck bed coating, but I dont know how well that tends to hold up. If they have enough flat surface you could try grip tape or shower tape as well.
     
  3. May 2, 2011 at 2:41 AM
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    rustoleum spray can bedliner has a bit of a gritty feel to it, it may help. Duplicolor also has spray on bedliner thats a bit more of a rubbery texture and its a bit more durable than the rustoleum coating.
     
  4. May 2, 2011 at 3:17 AM
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    Oh yeah, I forgot this forums favorite thing to use. Plastidip em.
     

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