rube bonet
Adventurer
I spray line the dash pads and arm rests here at my shop if ya want to send them i can take care of that for you.
Do you have any pics of a dash pad lined? I looked on your site and didn't see any?
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1976 Scout Traveler, Ultimate Expedition Build
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Do you have any pics of a dash pad lined? I looked on your site and didn't see any?
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The Fleckster
New member
I have pics up on the web forum of the spraylining of the tub and the inside of the tops, but no dashpad pics. Its the Rhino material but i spray Ultimate linings. It was Rhino linings of Canada before they moved to the US. Then they changed their name to Ultimate linings but the chemicals are exactly the same. The finish is nice and the surface grippy so a cell phone would not slide around like the LineX stuff.
rube bonet
Adventurer
My list is getting short! Well, not really short, but small enough to be a list. I got two group 78 Sears diehard platinum batteries, then built a tray to fit(stuff?) them into the engine bay, on the drivers side. It should, in theory, just barely clear the Vanco hdroboost unit that is on its' way.
The tray is built out of 11 & 14 GA cold roll, and captures the strong parts of the fender and core support.
The tray is built out of 11 & 14 GA cold roll, and captures the strong parts of the fender and core support.
rube bonet
Adventurer
I then turned to the roof rack, and the mounting of all the cool things that seemed to have accumulated.
I made some mounts so that I could securely "quick release" the mount for the ARB awning. These brackets mount to the extrusion of the ARB awning, and hook over the top rail of the roof rack; I lowered the awning down far enough that the top rail of the roof rack should protect the top of the awning. I wanted easy to pull off to protect from the AZ sun, this thing is going to see some daily driver duties:sombrero:
I made some mounts so that I could securely "quick release" the mount for the ARB awning. These brackets mount to the extrusion of the ARB awning, and hook over the top rail of the roof rack; I lowered the awning down far enough that the top rail of the roof rack should protect the top of the awning. I wanted easy to pull off to protect from the AZ sun, this thing is going to see some daily driver duties:sombrero:
************ DD rig, how lucky!
I'm really impressed with the attention to detail you display. Those trick latches on your tables, the wicked clean metal fab work all around, and all the other little details you just execute so cleanly. Can't wait to see the final outcome!
rube bonet
Adventurer
Thanks, I can't wait to see it either.
I got everything roughly laid out on the roof rack itself:
8 gallons of water in Rotopax containers, A carrier that can hold either 2 nato cans or 2 pelican cases, 60" hi lift, shovel/ axe. I positioned the jerry and cans and water close to centered and offset to the passenger side to lessen their effect on the cog and rear suspension. The nato cans are in the most difficult to reach area of the roof rack, while the water can are mounted where you can stand on the tire and easily take them on and off from one side. This left the front and rear of the rack (the easiest areas to access) open for cargo.
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rube bonet
Adventurer
I also got a cool propane tank, that now doesn't really have a home, at least not one that I like.
I would greatly prefer a horizontal one, but the smallest readily available one I could find was this one, an improvement, but still pretty tall to mount on the roof rack. http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|406|301237|322407&id=59110
I really like this cylinder ( small diameter), but I can't seem to find one in a horizontal application. http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|406|301237|322407&id=59080
Does anyone know of a good source, or a better propane cylinder to use?
I have considered mounting the tank inside, but I really don't want to make a bomb. My thought was to "sink" it into the rear inner fender wall, and build a removable panel around it. The bottom third of the mounting area would remain open, and propane is heavier than air, so it should have plenty of ventilation...but it still feels like I am making a bomb.
I would greatly prefer a horizontal one, but the smallest readily available one I could find was this one, an improvement, but still pretty tall to mount on the roof rack. http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|406|301237|322407&id=59110
I really like this cylinder ( small diameter), but I can't seem to find one in a horizontal application. http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|406|301237|322407&id=59080
Does anyone know of a good source, or a better propane cylinder to use?
I have considered mounting the tank inside, but I really don't want to make a bomb. My thought was to "sink" it into the rear inner fender wall, and build a removable panel around it. The bottom third of the mounting area would remain open, and propane is heavier than air, so it should have plenty of ventilation...but it still feels like I am making a bomb.
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1leglance
2007 Expedition Trophy Champion, Overland Certifie
just a thought here...
but would it be better to mount the nato fuel cans with the handles to the outside of the vehicle vs together on the inside. That way they would be easier to get on/off the roof?
More important question..
Can I bring my 70 Burb over to your shop for a quote on an aluminum rear bumper with single swingout (tire/table/water can)? I would like to save some serious wgt by using aluminum.
but would it be better to mount the nato fuel cans with the handles to the outside of the vehicle vs together on the inside. That way they would be easier to get on/off the roof?
More important question..
Can I bring my 70 Burb over to your shop for a quote on an aluminum rear bumper with single swingout (tire/table/water can)? I would like to save some serious wgt by using aluminum.
rube bonet
Adventurer
Yes, the mount will actually be a very simple tray so he can put the cans in either way. Those cans will not be up there for every trip, I wanted their tray to be able to accomodate other items, I found a pelican case that is nearly the same dimensions as the nato can, they should fit right into the mounts.
Just give me a call, I'm in the shop an awful lot...
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Metcalf
Expedition Leader
I'm going to go against the grain on this board. I just hate roof racks. I love the work you have done on yours, but I would totally limit the gear, if any, that would live on the roof rack full time. I would use it only as space in the last resort. There is pretty much no worse location for gear as far as its effect on center of gravity, chassis dynamics, effect on body roll, aerodynamics, etc.
But....killer work as always!
But....killer work as always!
rube bonet
Adventurer
Yep, I am actually in total agreement with your points, well, except for the "hating" part of it
. Unfortunately, in a vehicle like this, and accommodating a family of 4, he is going to need all the room he can get! I try to lessen the ill effects by making the rack itself as light as possible, mounting everything as flat as possible. I also tried to give the vehicle a better overall cog with its low stance and wider axles, so overall handling should remain acceptable.
The Fleckster
New member
I also got a cool propane tank, that now doesn't really have a home, at least not one that I like.
I would greatly prefer a horizontal one, but the smallest readily available one I could find was this one, an improvement, but still pretty tall to mount on the roof rack. http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|406|301237|322407&id=59110
I really like this cylinder ( small diameter), but I can't seem to find one in a horizontal application. http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|406|301237|322407&id=59080
Does anyone know of a good source, or a better propane cylinder to use?
I have considered mounting the tank inside, but I really don't want to make a bomb. My thought was to "sink" it into the rear inner fender wall, and build a removable panel around it. The bottom third of the mounting area would remain open, and propane is heavier than air, so it should have plenty of ventilation...but it still feels like I am making a bomb.
What about the small $50 units (2 gallon i think) that they have at the BBQ places. I have one and use it on my flamethrower/weed burner. Its small and still holds a decent amount of Propane. Just an idea.
John
rube bonet
Adventurer
rube bonet
Adventurer
Yeah, that tank isn't getting mounted anywhere. I am now thinking more along the lines of a lower profile ammo can stuffed with the little green gans. I suppose it would be best if the ammo can had some vents in the bottom of it too...
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