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First I tested a propane tank heater, since I had trouble getting my catalytic heater to light when I left a 20lb tank outside in 20F temperatures overnight. I think the real problem was the extension hose, not the tank itself, but it doesn't really matter now. The blanket did keep the tank...

I know this is a thread topic that is on an endless loop, but I was so fascinated by all of the suggestions that I decided to test them myself in the field! So hopefully this thread provides some additional details and ideas to the conversations. I have a Tepui roof top tent (Autana Sky) and...

Hats arrived! One of the best things about trying to start a small business is that I get to help other small businesses along the way. I found a family-owned embroidery company in Minnesota that did a great job making sure everything was perfect with my design and production. I was happy to...

I was camping with my Jeep this week and realized that the A-pillar location is particularly helpful for me. The windows of the Jeep had iced over and I could only open the driver side door 18 inches since the water can mounted on the front fender was in the horizontal-for-dispensing position...

OK - so I should pump the warm air into the top tent and pull cooler air out the bottom, and maybe use a USB fan to blow air downward from the tent into the annex below? I’m building extended insulated hoses for both the output and intake, but will have to test and see how far they reach...

I am assembling a portable Propex system to use with my Tepui roof top tent and annex in the snow next week. I was assuming I should pump the warm air into to the annex at the bottom, and use an intake extension hose to pull colder air out of the tent on top, circulating it back down to the...

Thanks - all great suggestions. I was skeptical that the "angry eyes" would help, but now that I added them, I agree that they really look good! I even tried different shapes for the angry eyes, but the simple slanted ones are the best, I think. I also agree that the teeth would look better if...

Update #5: Photoshop Experiments

Update #4: Full-size Design Model I had to hand-cut each piece and attach them one at a time, and it took a LONG time to get them all straight and spaced properly. But I am happy with the result. I am interested in any feedback on the size, shape and spacing of the design. Thanks!

Hijack all you want! Jeff is right - I set up another thread so I can post photos and updates now that I have moved on to the development stage of my grille project. So please feel free to use this thread if it is helpful to follow up on other topics. It is interesting to see those grilles...

Yes - I apologize for the confusion if I wasn't clear in my original update posts. This is a project that I am working on directly with my own materials. It took me a week, several failed attempts, and a LOT of wasted materials and paint. But I finally figured out how to create a "blank...

Update #3: Logo and Hats I finished designing my logo and received an embroidery sample for my hats that will help me launch my product idea. I ordered hats in several styles and color combinations so I can post some photos and get feedback on which ones look the best. Hopefully they arrive by...

Update #2: "Blank Canvas" Grille It took me a week, several failed attempts, and a LOT of wasted materials and paint. But I finally figured out how to create a "blank canvas" from a used JK grille. I won't bother to post any of the FAIL photos here, but trust me I have many. I plan to use...

Update #1: Original Concept Rendering

Thank you to everyone who has provided advice and suggestions so far! I started this thread so I can post updates as I make further progress on this project. I truly appreciate the views of this expert community, so please keep the feedback coming.

Here's a first draft of a magazine ad:

Thanks for all of the feedback so far! In response to some suggestions, here is an updated version with halo lights and a steel mesh background.

Thanks - very helpful advice! I just posted on WranglerForums, since it seems to get a lot of traffic on very similar topics. Thanks for redirecting me.

This is a new product design I am developing. It's a single piece and easy to install. I am interested to hear opinions and feedback from this expert community of Jeep enthusiasts. It will take me some time to develop an estimate on retail sale price, but first I'd love to hear what you...

Love those photos. I really like this design and hope it goes into full production. But I noticed one element of this design that is different from other rear cargo options: does the weight of the spare wheel and everything on the rack get supported by the rear door and its hinges? The bumper...