I'm more concerned with the torque loading on the cross member than I am
with the gussets. Apparently the cross member is 1" bar stock but in
torque loading, only the outside shell actually takes much load.

wallster wrote:
I made a dirt bike carrier last weeks:
http://www.wallys-speed-shop.com/projects.html#carrier
and there was concern regarding the hitch/receiver set up. I added a few
more enhancements to make it stronger. This supports a 40lb rack with a
215lb motorcycle strapped to it. The tongue extends about 15" from the jeep.
Here's a detailed pic of the hitch:
http://www.wallys-speed-shop.com/hitch_getup.jpg
Wayne Cook, what are your thoughts?

thanks folks,

walt