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hoverlover’s “there are many like it, but this one is mine” extra long title bs thread and build too

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by hoverlover, Apr 22, 2018.

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  1. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:27 AM
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    hoverlover [OP] Never pet a burning dog.

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    Does anyone know if any bed racks will for UNDER a shell?

    In my mind I've envisioned a rack I can fit under the shell that will fit close to the shell to maintain interior space. I'd love to be able to store 10 gallons or so of water and fuel in a Rotopax -
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    ...inside the shell and a few tools like a shovel, axe, as well as the hi-lift accessories.

    Anyone seen anything like that?
     
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  2. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:29 AM
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    Phoosa I never saw nothing.

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  3. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:31 AM
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    Ive seen a guy on here that built an inner skeleton out of square tubing to use as reinforcement for a rtt. Of course you could build something similar, but use it for mounting purposes. Ill see if i can find the thread
     
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  4. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:32 AM
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    Phoosa I never saw nothing.

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    I've seen mounts made to fit across feet of front seat. Easy access and out of way.

    B7E3C736-CE2C-4A51-A6B2-864C80CEB740.jpg
     
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  5. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:50 AM
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    Okay, had to dig wayyy back, but heres a little info on it with pics:

    And the thread i found it in here

    Looks like a damn good way to mount more stuff inside your shell and keep it all locked up. I dig the molle panel style storage that is on the sides
     
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  6. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:51 AM
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    Phoosa I never saw nothing.

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    Windoors?
     
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  7. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:58 AM
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    hoverlover [OP] Never pet a burning dog.

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    Yes! That looks like it would be a great solution and I don't think the amp under that seat would cause any issues.

    Exactly what I was thinking of! Although I hadn't even thought about adding MOLLE panels. That's a great idea! Thank you, sir!

    Like the pop open side windows that give access to the interior of the shell?
     
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  8. Jul 29, 2018 at 11:00 AM
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    You sir are more than welcome! If you do end up building one, i may ask for some help/advice down the road when building mine.. Id loveee to have a setup like that, but am gonna hold off till i can find a high top shell so i only have to do it once.
     
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  9. Jul 29, 2018 at 11:02 AM
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    hoverlover [OP] Never pet a burning dog.

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    My (crudely drawn) notes and (limited) experience are at your service :hattip:

    :cheers:
     
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  10. Jul 29, 2018 at 11:05 AM
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    Knew i could count on you! :laugh: :fistbump:
     
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    Now that I look at better.
    I need to mount my extinguisher.

    MOLLE is the bees knees for organizing

    And yes, like pop open sode windows.

    High top shell? On the green taco?
     
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    Yessir!
     
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    IMG_0741.jpg just make one.
     
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    Damn that thing is beef:muscleflexing:
     
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    3x3x1/4" aluminum, definitely beef. I want get a huge RTT and don't want any trouble with the topper.
     
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  16. Jul 29, 2018 at 1:11 PM
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    Yep...make oneimage.jpgimage.jpgimage.jpg
     
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    How did you attach yours to your shell?
     
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    There is ZERO tolerance between it and the shell. It's literally forced into the corners, but it is held to the shell with the brackets that hold the shell onto the truck. If you look closely in the pictures you can see how I used the shell brackets to also hold the interior cage/rack. I have had no issues with movement or shifting. It's been great
     
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    Also, it's has sinced been coated in POR15, since I used steel tubing instead of aluminum
     
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  20. Jul 29, 2018 at 4:04 PM
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    I like the windoors but my dog likes the sliding windows with screens.

    Exactly what I plan to do now that I've got some inspiration! I'll be stalking your builds for the next few weeks :D
     
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