Tell me about your roll bar padding and tape. I think I want some sections right next to my head. Just in case I want to try seven feet under my tire next time.
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It's sfi roll bar padding.... Google then find the size you need
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it's non-sfi padding. why spend 3x for the same padding when you don't need the certification? it's like $5.00 for a 3' section. The tape is simply wide, vinyl tape. I used just over one roll of tape. I didn't get enough padding IIRC I bought 6 sticks and needed 8.
one thing to keep in mind about the padding, it doesn't cover 360* it only goes about 270* - but once you tape it, it doesn't really matter (that and, if you hit the outside of the padding, you've other problems.
back in the day, that padding is simply pipe insulation wrapped with vinyl tape.... the difference is the hole is offset on 'designed for roll bar' stuff.
one thing to keep in mind about the padding, it doesn't cover 360* it only goes about 270* - but once you tape it, it doesn't really matter (that and, if you hit the outside of the padding, you've other problems.
back in the day, that padding is simply pipe insulation wrapped with vinyl tape.... the difference is the hole is offset on 'designed for roll bar' stuff.
I was looking at products on Summit last night. Weird how they offset the hole. I may go for the type that you put on your cross bar.
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that is a lot more dense material, personally, I'd rather bump the offset stuff. that said, there is a huge price difference between what's certified SFI and what's not - but it's all the same thing.
I have only use pipe insulation before. I have not seen the real stuff to compare differences.
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where the hole is punched - that's about it. allegedly it's also less flammable - but I've not tested this to find out.
I envision about 3' per side so I am not so worried. If flames are getting up that high I have lots more worries.
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a bit more done
big fire extinguisher... yeah, it could get stolen there; but it could be useful there... so there it stays.
notepad mount
big fire extinguisher... yeah, it could get stolen there; but it could be useful there... so there it stays.
notepad mount
My son would love that notepad so he could play games while wheeling.
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that's a good extra, angry birds while wheeling
actually, with the various app-based mapping software, that is my inexpensive Lowrance GPS mount.
actually, with the various app-based mapping software, that is my inexpensive Lowrance GPS mount.
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Once I got home, I had a few minutes to mess with my '40....
cell phone holder plus charge port
finish roll bar wrap
started mapping out how these are going to install
and these
so the next project will be deconstructing this
and putting it on this
so I can tow it behind the '40 or whatever
cell phone holder plus charge port
finish roll bar wrap
started mapping out how these are going to install
and these
so the next project will be deconstructing this
and putting it on this
so I can tow it behind the '40 or whatever
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jack work
buick says hurry up
very close to where the roof is going to live....
it fits, but I don't like it
so we'll see what I do tomorrow
buick says hurry up
very close to where the roof is going to live....
it fits, but I don't like it
so we'll see what I do tomorrow
You could mount it at an angle similar to what I did.
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hmmm...
and these need to go somewhere too
and I finally got around to building a 1st aid box - every training I do, the contents "required" change. This is my version of their advice, in the box I can handle everything from headaches to sucking chest wounds...
and these need to go somewhere too
and I finally got around to building a 1st aid box - every training I do, the contents "required" change. This is my version of their advice, in the box I can handle everything from headaches to sucking chest wounds...
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It's funny, I've never seen anyone lay out what's in a good first aid kit for a car. I know you can buy kits that are "car" related, or spend a lot of money on professional kits. Both have their place, the first being far better than nothing at all but tends to have cheap stuff in it that works okay, sometimes. The other is a lot of money for a perishable (lasts only 2 years) that doesn't necessarily have what you need in it.
First - this is important, my experience is 1st aid towards what's considered combat first aid - meaning if you're gushing blood, I'll probably have the experience and tools to treat you. It won't be comfortable because I'm not an EMT, but you'll have a better chance of survival due to my training. I'm not an EMT, that means I won't be opening you up for surgery, I won't be dispensing the "good" drugs, and my training includes how to tell someone they're gonna die because I don't have surgery training (including tracheotomy). I am certified to lead outdoor expeditions, that means from burns to bites to breaks to major bleeding... I've the experience and training to treat. That is important because it determines the contents of my kit.
Last night, I finally got organized and redid my kit (I got a shiny new box) - so without further ado, here it is
contents are pretty straight forward:
Asprin
Bandaids
tylenol
benadryl
chapstick
bug spray
sunblock
antiseptic
water purification tablets
various protective bandages like gauze, pads, etc
a couple of different types of tape
ace wrap
triangle bandages
SAM splint
Israeli hemorrhage bandage
gloves
bags
light
knife
scissors
heat packs
emergency blanket
paper
pen
marking pen
stopwatch
always write the date you built the kit on the outside, and rebuild your kit every 2 years or if you take anything out of the kit
First - this is important, my experience is 1st aid towards what's considered combat first aid - meaning if you're gushing blood, I'll probably have the experience and tools to treat you. It won't be comfortable because I'm not an EMT, but you'll have a better chance of survival due to my training. I'm not an EMT, that means I won't be opening you up for surgery, I won't be dispensing the "good" drugs, and my training includes how to tell someone they're gonna die because I don't have surgery training (including tracheotomy). I am certified to lead outdoor expeditions, that means from burns to bites to breaks to major bleeding... I've the experience and training to treat. That is important because it determines the contents of my kit.
Last night, I finally got organized and redid my kit (I got a shiny new box) - so without further ado, here it is
contents are pretty straight forward:
Asprin
Bandaids
tylenol
benadryl
chapstick
bug spray
sunblock
antiseptic
water purification tablets
various protective bandages like gauze, pads, etc
a couple of different types of tape
ace wrap
triangle bandages
SAM splint
Israeli hemorrhage bandage
gloves
bags
light
knife
scissors
heat packs
emergency blanket
paper
pen
marking pen
stopwatch
always write the date you built the kit on the outside, and rebuild your kit every 2 years or if you take anything out of the kit
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Ax holder
and there it is.... jack holder
eventually there will be a shelf for gas cans and an mount for the HAM radio antenna along with steps up the side to get to the roof
and there it is.... jack holder
eventually there will be a shelf for gas cans and an mount for the HAM radio antenna along with steps up the side to get to the roof
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more rack work, alas, I wanted to paint it tonight... but it didn't happen, hopefully Sunday then I can get to stripping the top
and steps along with bracing the spindle
and that all said, I'll be pretty lucky to get the thing painted Sunday....
and steps along with bracing the spindle
and that all said, I'll be pretty lucky to get the thing painted Sunday....
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more on the rack
getting there
final test fit
anti-rattle devices
note the amazing paint booth.... yeah, spared no expense there
so this is the anti-rust/protective coating... there will be one more coat of UV protectant stuff
getting there
final test fit
anti-rattle devices
note the amazing paint booth.... yeah, spared no expense there
so this is the anti-rust/protective coating... there will be one more coat of UV protectant stuff
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So today's work
the tail was hanging a bit low after the installation of the spare carrier, so I swapped the 4" lift rear JK springs with the 4" front JK springs.
remember boys and girls, springs set ride height, shocks control ride... don't make me set RideTech on you... just believe me. whew.
so just for the record, and despite what Steve, Pngunme, or even our friends who let zebras into their shed, we do NOT spoil our dogs. They get no accommodation, they eat crunchy food and enjoy it, only one topping per meal, and nothing but dog-food-store dog food.... we make them toe the line.... and never build stairways so they don't hurt their precious little paws getting into a vehicle.
now that that's clear...
cables for the rear door
What the?!!! those don't belong there...
silly take-advantage-dogs....
those stairs are for ME, dammit... sigh
well, she does look cute there
now to get Buick to use it (will be a challenge)
the tail was hanging a bit low after the installation of the spare carrier, so I swapped the 4" lift rear JK springs with the 4" front JK springs.
remember boys and girls, springs set ride height, shocks control ride... don't make me set RideTech on you... just believe me. whew.
so just for the record, and despite what Steve, Pngunme, or even our friends who let zebras into their shed, we do NOT spoil our dogs. They get no accommodation, they eat crunchy food and enjoy it, only one topping per meal, and nothing but dog-food-store dog food.... we make them toe the line.... and never build stairways so they don't hurt their precious little paws getting into a vehicle.
now that that's clear...
cables for the rear door
What the?!!! those don't belong there...
silly take-advantage-dogs....
those stairs are for ME, dammit... sigh
well, she does look cute there
now to get Buick to use it (will be a challenge)