Hey Guys,
Wanted to start an "official" thread on a project ive been working on for a a while.
Like most 60's the rear panels are falling apart due to age, mine was no exception.
I wanted to replace them with something more functional for an upcoming week long camping trip we have planned out west this month.
I really wanted to have the ability to charge my cell phone, run a few lights and power my fridge so came up with this idea.
They are cut on a CNC machine from 1/4" furniture grade ply (not the big box store stuff - better quality). I cut in a door on the rear passenger side that holds a fuse block and gets power from my second battery. From there power is sent to 2xUSB ports, 1 x Cig lighter, 1 x Anderson plug and a voltmeter readout so I can monitor the state of the battery. I also added my fridge to the fuse block as well as some rear hatch LED lights.
The door is held closed with magnets and utilizes a paracord pull tab (basically nothing to fail!)
I know there are some great options out there such as trail tailor and wagon gear but I wanted the ability to customize it to my needs, and started thinking about offering a group buy on here if there is enough interest.
I could make these out of PVC, or metal or whatever but went with wood for a few reasons:
1) Customize - anyone with basic tools can add speakers, doors, USB ports, hooks, cargo rails etc ... the list is endless
2) Color - You can paint it, stain it, cover it, or just leave it raw its up to you!
3) Price - significantly cheaper than metal or plastic
If I did offer a group buy would you guys want a door added like I have in these pics or no door? I Can do either.
The added accessories is just something ive done for my needs, the group buy would be for the raw panels and hardware
Let me know your thoughts either way!
Wanted to start an "official" thread on a project ive been working on for a a while.
Like most 60's the rear panels are falling apart due to age, mine was no exception.
I wanted to replace them with something more functional for an upcoming week long camping trip we have planned out west this month.
I really wanted to have the ability to charge my cell phone, run a few lights and power my fridge so came up with this idea.
They are cut on a CNC machine from 1/4" furniture grade ply (not the big box store stuff - better quality). I cut in a door on the rear passenger side that holds a fuse block and gets power from my second battery. From there power is sent to 2xUSB ports, 1 x Cig lighter, 1 x Anderson plug and a voltmeter readout so I can monitor the state of the battery. I also added my fridge to the fuse block as well as some rear hatch LED lights.
The door is held closed with magnets and utilizes a paracord pull tab (basically nothing to fail!)
I know there are some great options out there such as trail tailor and wagon gear but I wanted the ability to customize it to my needs, and started thinking about offering a group buy on here if there is enough interest.
I could make these out of PVC, or metal or whatever but went with wood for a few reasons:
1) Customize - anyone with basic tools can add speakers, doors, USB ports, hooks, cargo rails etc ... the list is endless
2) Color - You can paint it, stain it, cover it, or just leave it raw its up to you!
3) Price - significantly cheaper than metal or plastic
If I did offer a group buy would you guys want a door added like I have in these pics or no door? I Can do either.
The added accessories is just something ive done for my needs, the group buy would be for the raw panels and hardware
Let me know your thoughts either way!
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