On Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:28:50 -0400, Don <d****er@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> I have a Caravan with an IMS conversion; 10" lowered floor, folding
> ramp, and kneeling system. Going over bumps makes the ramp rattle, and
> it drives me crazy, especially because many towns don't have a large
> enough budget to keep local roads in good shape. I have noticed that
> someone does a conversion where the ramp slides into the floor. Is this
> type of ramp any quieter than the folding ones?
> Also, has anyone here figured out a way to quiet a folding ramp to any
> degree?
>
> Thanks,
> Don
If you have the strenth and dexterity, try a bungie cord....
If not, you might be able to rig an extension type gas cylinder,
like the ones on a hatchback or hood that hold them up when open..
Attach it to the door, such that when the door closes, the cylinder
puts pressure on the ramp to keep the rattle down. Make sure you do
it in such a way that you don't overstress the door closer motor.
Good luck.
|
