By: Reese
The Reese Explore ProSeries 63153 Rambler is the ideal choice for Vehicle Cargo Baskets. Its black powder coat finish is corrosion resistant and easy to clean, and its 60L capacity makes it perfect for a variety of needs. Plus, its rise shank design elevates your cargo for improved ground clearance. With its superior packaging, easy installation, size, and customer support, you can't go wrong with the Reese Explore ProSeries 63153 Rambler.
Amazon Customer: The carrier arrived on time and the packaging was excellent with sturdy foam covers for the corners and each section wrapped in a thick plastic bag. I assume that packaging has been upgraded due to prior complaints.
I gave this carrier 4 stars because their is a issue of the instructions clearly stating and illustrating that the heavy part of the load should be centered. Due to the loose fit into my hitch ( which several reviews speak of ) this allows for play which then results in the carrier tilting some to one side or ROCKING slightly back and forth on a completely balanced load. This I assume could eventually lead to wear which could result in a higher level of tilting. Since my scooter weight is heavier in the back end where the batteries and motor sits the carrier tilts in that direction mostly. *** I will need to address the back and forth play/tilt/slop issue however and plan to add 2 support arms to the vehicle at both ends of the carrier or add a optional ANTI RATTLE/WOBBLE kit to the bar as other reviewers here have...
United States on Feb 13, 2014
| Reese Explore ProSeries 63153 Rambler - Ultimate All-Terrain Vehicle for Off-Road Adventures | 48” Truck/SUV Cargo Box Organizer with Tailgate Slide-On Design | ROLA 59502 Heavy-Duty Steel Cargo Carrier with Vortex Technology | |
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| Sale off | $33 OFF | ||
| Total Reviews | 1 reviews | 176 reviews | 391 reviews |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 63153 | LBTR/SUV48" | 59502 |
| Voltage | 12 Volts | ||
| Brand | Reese | Last Boks | Rola |
| Exterior | Smooth | ||
| Item model number | 63153 | 59502 | |
| ASIN | B001G4Z5J0 | B08NW9916R | B0016I8E1M |
| Product Dimensions | 60 x 24 x 5 inches | 48 x 24 x 11 inches | |
| Model | 63153 | ||
| OEM Part Number | 63153 | 59502 | |
| Best Sellers Rank | #281,999 in Automotive #115 in Vehicle Cargo Baskets | #157,853 in Automotive #391 in Trunk Organizers | #530,669 in Automotive #162 in Vehicle Cargo Baskets |
| Item Weight | 4.26 pounds | 16 pounds | Is FoldableNo |
| Date First Available | September 15, 2008 | November 19, 2020 | March 5, 2008 |
| Manufacturer | No | Last Boks | 59502 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7/5 stars of 2,526 ratings | 4.8/5 stars of 1,267 ratings | 4.7/5 stars of 762 ratings |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | No |
FIRST THINGS FIRST :) Do not fully tighten the 8x nuts for the basket rectangle bracket (x2, 4x nuts for each) until you put on the square bar that attaches to your hitch. If you do, that square bar won't fit in. My instructions didn't say anything about that (or I didn't take time to read it).
This was my first trip with the basket. It's rated to hold 500 lbs. I also bought a hitch bracket to help keep the basket from bumping up and down (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CMUV4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1) . I could still move it up and down, but it didn't jump when I was driving. I'm not sure if that after market bracket really did anything. It was not sold by the company that makes the basket.
The basket, 63153, is the 60x24" basket. Even at 60", I still could not see it in my side view mirrors. Driving with it, I really couldn't tell it was there.
For my first trip with it, I took it to the snow where it had about a 50lb cooler (the one in the picture) and a...
United States on Mar 09, 2022