What alterations have you made to your hunting vehicle for your particular hunting scenarios? That might include everything from electric bikes to tracked ATV's to pickups from concept to present configuration.
We've seen many such rigs over the years on PM, but are scattered out; having them all in one thread and seeing what customizing works for others might be just the idea you need to personalize your rig. Or maybe you'll find that your "perfect" rig isn't quite perfect after all and find just what you need to complete the deal in this thread.
A brief description of your hunting style might be helpful, illustrating the use for the chosen improvements made.
I purchased a 4x4 Chevy to navigate nearly flat sand and mud terrain when I began hunting several large ranches 21 years ago. Quarry would be primarily whitetail deer, hogs, & some relatively large exotics. Since the exotics are free ranging, spot and stalk tactics are often employed in conjunction with more conventional hunting styles but due to the size of some of the exotics, require some extraordinary additions.
First problem encountered was the console limited use of common gun racks and I ruled out sun visor mount since they only provide for a single gun. Doesn't look like much but does carry up to three firearms, as well as ear muffs, calls, flashlight & cell phone securely and is easily removed as it is secured w/2 bungee cords.
Next was the 9.5 cti receiver hitch mounted Warn winch which can be moved to rear hitch if needed. So far rear hitch remains unused but comforting to
know it is there if needed.
Next was 2 tool boxes & provision for loading/hauling large game in the field, full details are described in post # 15 HERE.
Added the hitch mounted chair, specifically for night hunting coyotes, but the added height also proved to be advantageous for spotting both coyotes and exotics. It does require removal to utilize the ramp above.........So added the boom to the chair, using the same winch as the ramp to lift and move larger game on the ranch.
Which worked well until an extra large cow proved to be too much weight for the angled schedule 80 boom. Changed the angle & it worked for years.
Much of this gear has served double duty on the little TJ for the last dozen years or so, next.
We've seen many such rigs over the years on PM, but are scattered out; having them all in one thread and seeing what customizing works for others might be just the idea you need to personalize your rig. Or maybe you'll find that your "perfect" rig isn't quite perfect after all and find just what you need to complete the deal in this thread.
A brief description of your hunting style might be helpful, illustrating the use for the chosen improvements made.
I purchased a 4x4 Chevy to navigate nearly flat sand and mud terrain when I began hunting several large ranches 21 years ago. Quarry would be primarily whitetail deer, hogs, & some relatively large exotics. Since the exotics are free ranging, spot and stalk tactics are often employed in conjunction with more conventional hunting styles but due to the size of some of the exotics, require some extraordinary additions.
First problem encountered was the console limited use of common gun racks and I ruled out sun visor mount since they only provide for a single gun. Doesn't look like much but does carry up to three firearms, as well as ear muffs, calls, flashlight & cell phone securely and is easily removed as it is secured w/2 bungee cords.
Next was the 9.5 cti receiver hitch mounted Warn winch which can be moved to rear hitch if needed. So far rear hitch remains unused but comforting to
know it is there if needed.
Next was 2 tool boxes & provision for loading/hauling large game in the field, full details are described in post # 15 HERE.
Added the hitch mounted chair, specifically for night hunting coyotes, but the added height also proved to be advantageous for spotting both coyotes and exotics. It does require removal to utilize the ramp above.........So added the boom to the chair, using the same winch as the ramp to lift and move larger game on the ranch.
Which worked well until an extra large cow proved to be too much weight for the angled schedule 80 boom. Changed the angle & it worked for years.
Much of this gear has served double duty on the little TJ for the last dozen years or so, next.
I store all of my necessary hunting gear in my extended cab in "saddle bags" that hang on front headrests for easy movement from truck to jeep, but your solution is a lot neater than the bags.
