truck gun racks

[nontypical]

I got a new dodge ram and the gun holder I had for my ford f350 doesn't work in it.  I was just curious what people do to secure there firearm when they are road hunting or just traveling in general.  I'm looking for ideas that make it easy to grab and chase after animals.

[MtnMuley]

 

[jdb]

Oh boy.

[biggfish]

What kind of cab is it? I use a window rack in my Ranger when driving up to the mountains, I rest my gun on the passengers side when I'm changing spots or think I might jump something on the way. If your road hunting in a full size there are tons of options. Sky rack hangs them up overhead there are dash gun racks if you have a quad or crew cab you can get an under seat gun vault if you have flip up rear seats. There are even discreet gun racks that hang on the back of the front seats. If you want to bolt something in you can find vertical mounts similar to the shotgun rack in a police cruiser.

[JimmyHoffa]

put old pillows or carpeting in the bed of the truck.  Then when you're in a hurry to get out of the truck the guns are already out there and have adjusted to the colder air and rain so they aren't fogging up on you.

[bassquatch]

I designed one 10+ years ago that replaces all of them but haven't gone through the whole patent process stuff yet. Just sits in my safe until hunting season or I go shooting. Maybe this winter lol.

Always questioned if there's still a market or not? It's not the 70's anymore 

Good luck  I also like the idea of a police style that holds my rifle upright from the dash but haven't played around with any of the ATV/UTV mounts yet.

[elkinrutdrivemenuts]

I keep it laying across the front seat with the barrel on my lap.  That way I can set my beer down and slip it right out the window and take a quick shot.  No fumbling with silly racks or having to get out of the truck that way 

[Bofire]

yep across the seat on my lap, beer in the drink holder, half a rack of beer on the floor, then learn to drive while shooting out the window. couple bong hits help you focus, anyone can shoot after you stop but a real road hunter can hit at 10 mph.
My under the rear seat storage  makes it hard to get the gun out without stopping, dang!
Of course assuming the poster was a poacher or worse is just about as accurate.
Carl

[jay.sharkbait]

I recommend something like a Thompson contender for the shorter stuff and something like an AR muzzle down next to the center console for when you have a little more time. Beers are nice, but margaritas in a Mtn Dew bottle are way more fun.

Good luck this year!

[jay.sharkbait]

anyone can shoot after you stop but a real road hunter can hit at 10 mph.
My under the rear seat storage  makes it hard to get the gun out without stopping, dang!
Of course assuming the poster was a poacher or worse is just about as accurate.
Carl

Hitting a moving target from a moving vehicle or aircraft is harder than people think.

Practice practice

[Blacktail Sniper]

 

Think about it, rifle in one hand, resting it on mirror or door edge, beer in the other and steering with your knee...

A perfect justification for 30 round mags!!!

 

[jay.sharkbait]

Think about it, rifle in one hand, resting it on mirror or door edge, beer in the other and steering with your knee...

A perfect justification for 30 round mags!!!

 

You get the passenger to drive.

Just say'n

[Blacktail Sniper]

Then who is going to mix the margaritas?

[jay.sharkbait]

Then who is going to mix the margaritas?

The smoking hot waitress from town..

[Blacktail Sniper]

No can do....she is in the back holding the spotlight.

[ghosthunter]

I have a four door truck. I have one of those three gun cases that hang across the back of front seats. I almost never have a passenger in the back so no problem.

Each pocket zips from either side. You can leave the end you want and pull a gun easy.

Extra guns are in the bed in a stack on cabinet.

I also fold down the back seats and lay long guns on the floor on extra coats or padding or in a soft case. Depends what we are hunting.

[bendotti]

I got a 2014 ram 2500 I got the roof mounted big sky it installed pretty easy and so far works great.

[mikeybuck]

I have the big sky in my Tacoma, love it.

[cboom]

I keep it laying across the front seat with the barrel on my lap.  That way I can set my beer down and slip it right out the window and take a quick shot.  No fumbling with silly racks or having to get out of the truck that way 

Does the heater not work in your deal or are you just a rookie? Lower the window enough to  stick the barrel  out, secure the gun with your right thumb in trigger guard.  And you can hold a beer can in the same hand 

[cboom]

anyone can shoot after you stop but a real road hunter can hit at 10 mph.
My under the rear seat storage  makes it hard to get the gun out without stopping, dang!
Of course assuming the poster was a poacher or worse is just about as accurate.
Carl

Hitting a moving target from a moving vehicle or aircraft is harder than people think.

Practice practice

That was one of the  better posts ever made on here!

[YukonHunter]

Check it

[nontypical]

I've looked at one of those Yukon hunter.  Is it bolted to the floor or is it some how free standing?

[BigGoonTuna]

i can't see where the shifter stick goes, or is that in a mini van?

[PolarBear]

I have a gun rack mounted on the outside of my driver's door at an angle like a saddle scabbard so I can grab it with one hand, lean back, use the door as a rest, set down my beer and hot wings and take the shot in a nice smooth motion.  Being left handed, this method works awesome!!

[DaveMonti]

Dodge owners.....

[csaaphill]

here this may help some http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=dodge+gun+rack

[fish vacuum]

Amateurs. If you're serious, you stand up through the sunroof to shoot.

[DaveMonti]

I just have my 6 year old daughter hold the rifle while I'm driving and looking for game.  I learned her up right.  She's quick with the handoff when I yell for the gun. 

[longashes]

Another option ... I just installed one of these, DU-HA 70114 Tote.

[dis_pat_]

Think about it, rifle in one hand, resting it on mirror or door edge, beer in the other and steering with your knee...

A perfect justification for 30 round mags!!!

 

That might get you a distracted driving citation--wouldn't do that.

[Blacktail Sniper]

Think about it, rifle in one hand, resting it on mirror or door edge, beer in the other and steering with your knee...

A perfect justification for 30 round mags!!!

 

That might get you a distracted driving citation--wouldn't do that.

Sorry, I should have added that I would never do something like this without first calling WDFW and securing permission over the phone to do so. 

[Old Man Yager]

I been thinking out mounting a turret that swivels 360 degrees on my Tacoma. Now that's just for rainy days. If the sun is out, Ima just leave my loaded rifle on the quick detach swivel mounted on my hood.