Let me try this again. My previous thread got deleted, and I haven't gotten any response from the mod on what the problem was, so after reviewing the rules, my guess is that I didn't specify the quantity available. From the forum rules:
I have 10 surplus (used) transit and storage cases available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Also, I didn't specify the location. I assumed that having it in my profile was sufficient, but just to be clear: Cedar Park (Austin) TX 78613.
Sorry for the length of this post, but I wanted to ensure ‘full disclosure.' Feel free to hit the 'back' button at any time.
I wanted to get a few of these cases for myself, but the seller wouldn't break up the pallet, so I ended up with extras, and thought I would make ‘em available to the ExPo crowd.
ADDED: Please see the Q&A posts that follow for more information that I overlooked in this initial write-up. Also, I can make the high-res pix available if you send me an email address.
They look brand new, with just a few normal scuffmarks. The paint is still bright and the stenciling is ‘sharp.' I really doubt if they have seen any weather or UV.
The military listed them as 8” X 14” X 18”; must be overall OD. They're about the size of a really large briefcase or small carry-on. 7” X 12” X 16” ID, so if you leave about 1” of padding all around, the largest piece of delicate equipment that you could put in one would be about 5” X 10” X 14”.
With some custom-cut foam, dividers, pockets, or such creativity they would work great for camera equipment, laptops (3 or 4 laptops, or 1 laptop with tons of room for accessories), first aid kits, etc. Leave out the foam altogether, and throw ‘durable goods' such as your recovery gear in ‘em. Here's my 15.4" laptop sitting on one for reference. I was going to put the camera in one, but that left me nothing to take the picture with :Wow1:
Stackable/Interlocking. Note the four indents on the top? There are matching lugs/legs on the bottom. I hauled em about 15 miles in the back of box truck, stacked 6-high but unsecured, around corners and over railroad tracks, and they didn't move.
Relief valve, not to be confused with a dry suit relief valve http://www.divegearexpress.com/exposure/reliefvalve.shtml
TRANSIT CASE BAR CODE READER' stenciled on the top and all four sides, but I'm thinking Krylon Fusion in Satin Khaki will take care of that...
As mentioned on another thread, you can get foam rubber (mattress foam) at some local sewing supply or surplus stores, or you can get ‘pick and pluck' foam directly from Pelican and from eBay. Where I used to work we did several custom cases using a black foam that was stiffer than ‘mattress foam,' cut well, and worked great. I'll try to see if I can find a source for it.
Note that they originally had a padded divider. It is pretty poorly executed, but illustrates how a hinged divider could be employed to keep stuff in the top half when closed.
As the pictures show, there is a little deflection along the long edges, but it looks like they still seal well. Also, there tends to be a little gap in the rubber seal along one edge (see picture). Since the top half overlaps the bottom half by about 1/2", rain should never be a problem. However, 60 mph wind-driven rain may get in, so if you are planning on using these on a roof rack in a monsoon, you might want to put a little silicon there...
And a few more shots:
I would like to get $20 each for them (plus shipping from 78613) to cover my expenses. But I AM unemployed, so if you would like to send more money, you're welcome to...
Paypal, cash, check (with the standard 2-week wait to clear).
Of course, I would be glad to combine shipping, if it saves money. Or deliver W/I a reasonable distance.
I have 10 surplus (used) transit and storage cases available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Also, I didn't specify the location. I assumed that having it in my profile was sufficient, but just to be clear: Cedar Park (Austin) TX 78613.
Sorry for the length of this post, but I wanted to ensure ‘full disclosure.' Feel free to hit the 'back' button at any time.
I wanted to get a few of these cases for myself, but the seller wouldn't break up the pallet, so I ended up with extras, and thought I would make ‘em available to the ExPo crowd.
ADDED: Please see the Q&A posts that follow for more information that I overlooked in this initial write-up. Also, I can make the high-res pix available if you send me an email address.
They look brand new, with just a few normal scuffmarks. The paint is still bright and the stenciling is ‘sharp.' I really doubt if they have seen any weather or UV.
The military listed them as 8” X 14” X 18”; must be overall OD. They're about the size of a really large briefcase or small carry-on. 7” X 12” X 16” ID, so if you leave about 1” of padding all around, the largest piece of delicate equipment that you could put in one would be about 5” X 10” X 14”.
With some custom-cut foam, dividers, pockets, or such creativity they would work great for camera equipment, laptops (3 or 4 laptops, or 1 laptop with tons of room for accessories), first aid kits, etc. Leave out the foam altogether, and throw ‘durable goods' such as your recovery gear in ‘em. Here's my 15.4" laptop sitting on one for reference. I was going to put the camera in one, but that left me nothing to take the picture with :Wow1:
Stackable/Interlocking. Note the four indents on the top? There are matching lugs/legs on the bottom. I hauled em about 15 miles in the back of box truck, stacked 6-high but unsecured, around corners and over railroad tracks, and they didn't move.
Relief valve, not to be confused with a dry suit relief valve http://www.divegearexpress.com/exposure/reliefvalve.shtml
TRANSIT CASE BAR CODE READER' stenciled on the top and all four sides, but I'm thinking Krylon Fusion in Satin Khaki will take care of that...
As mentioned on another thread, you can get foam rubber (mattress foam) at some local sewing supply or surplus stores, or you can get ‘pick and pluck' foam directly from Pelican and from eBay. Where I used to work we did several custom cases using a black foam that was stiffer than ‘mattress foam,' cut well, and worked great. I'll try to see if I can find a source for it.
Note that they originally had a padded divider. It is pretty poorly executed, but illustrates how a hinged divider could be employed to keep stuff in the top half when closed.
As the pictures show, there is a little deflection along the long edges, but it looks like they still seal well. Also, there tends to be a little gap in the rubber seal along one edge (see picture). Since the top half overlaps the bottom half by about 1/2", rain should never be a problem. However, 60 mph wind-driven rain may get in, so if you are planning on using these on a roof rack in a monsoon, you might want to put a little silicon there...
And a few more shots:
I would like to get $20 each for them (plus shipping from 78613) to cover my expenses. But I AM unemployed, so if you would like to send more money, you're welcome to...
Paypal, cash, check (with the standard 2-week wait to clear). Of course, I would be glad to combine shipping, if it saves money. Or deliver W/I a reasonable distance.
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