TWT -- The Wrenching Thread (5 Viewers)

[NCFJ]

 

[dbenke]

Nice work Stan

 

[jfz80]

Continued on the Swingout.

Got the arm cut, notched, and welded to the spindle shell and worked up a simple jerry can holder. There are gussets in place now that are not in the picture but it will be bolt on and removable hence the rigged up angle clamp. Kinda working with what I had here plus I'd like to make switchable accesories. Tube for the tire carrier next

 

[GLTHFJ60]

What do you think?

 

[JohnVee]

No. Do you foresee tipping over front first? Build it internally if you think you need radiator protection, otherwise people will wonder when jeep made such a strange 4- door. But we all know my opinion is pretty worthless and I've done some stupid things despite the best advice not to.

 

[GLTHFJ60]

I have felt my rear suspension unload a few times before, so yes, it would be functional. Not at Uwharrie, but at Rausch Creek.

Think it looks that bad? It's going to be slightly taller than what I had before, similar to the orange one. I'll build the wings later this year.

 

[Rice]

Unless there is a risk of falling into a glacier I'm just not a fan of stinkers, errr, stingers.

 

[jfz80]

Brent on the other hand would love it!

And that red pipe is too small

 

[jamesurq]

I say go for it. It's hard to remember but I think mine has one. I envisioned hanging a hammock from it as being the most useful thing I could think of.

On another note, critique of my simple top lift/storage setup? I can't try it all the way until I have a couple of spotters...

Basically it's a rope tied through the top with pipe insulation to allow the rope to move 'freely' as its hoisted up. Couple of pulleys allow for the pullers to be in the right spot as the top swings back (the truck can be moved back most of the way but not all the way...

Thoughts? Prayers for anyone standing under it?

 

[NCFJ]

Here's one I did in 2011. I ended up cutting the stinger off and going smaller down the line

 

[FJinTegaCay]

What do you think?

On another note, critique of my simple top lift/storage setup? I can't try it all the way until I have a couple of spotters...

Basically it's a rope tied through the top with pipe insulation to allow the rope to move 'freely' as its hoisted up. Couple of pulleys allow for the pullers to be in the right spot as the top swings back (the truck can be moved back most of the way but not all the way...

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There are/were lots of threads in the 40 section on these (5 or so years ago when I last checked). I ended up going with an electric hoist from Harbor Freight and some seatbelt material. I had plans to go a different route with 2x4s that would go through the door openings in a V shape with the point out the rear doors but never got around to it. Best wishes!

 

[CharlestonG8R]

Johnny, I kinda like the stinger. If you like it, go for it.

 

[CruizerHound]

How much force can you put on a stinger? Is there a mathematical formula?

 

[RedHeadedStepChild]

What do you think?

Personal opinion: not s fan of stingers, BUT if you have a legit fear of going ass-over-tea kettle, by all means sting away

And that red pipe is too small

Have you been speaking with Mrs. Redheadedstepchild?

Basically it's a rope tied through the...

Thoughts? Prayers for anyone standing under it.

Add an additional reduction if you'll be pulling by hand.

How much force can you put on a stinger? Is there a mathematical formula?

No limit to the force you can apply. Definitely a limit to the force that can withstand.
But seriously, it can be calculated without tremendous difficulty if one wishes to take the time.

 

[joyRidaz]

I'd love to see a pic of the setup or a reference thread that talks about the HF option. I've been chewing through threads and seems like the Amazon storage option for $130 is the preferred option if shelling out investment dollars. But electric is very appealing.

I hope to pull my top this summer for the first time. If and when I do I'll first need a hanging storage spot... So I'm glad to hear there are local examples and experienced engineers nearby!

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There are/were lots of threads in the 40 section on these (5 or so years ago when I last checked). I ended up going with an electric hoist from Harbor Freight and some seatbelt material. I had plans to go a different route with 2x4s that would go through the door openings in a V shape with the point out the rear doors but never got around to it. Best wishes!

 

[NCFJ]

I was able to pull the top off my 76 Dodge Ramcharger ( far heavier than a 40) with a pulley system with 1/4" heavy nylon rope and a series of mini block and tackles. It picked up from 4 corners with a double block and tackle at each point ( 4 pulleys on each corner)

It ended up on the wall in one line and tied off to a cleat. I had my mother operate it and she pulled it up with one hand. She was impressed, I told her that I had indeed been paying attention when I went to school. It really is an easy setup, pulleys are our friends

 

[Rice]

I was able to pull the top off my 76 Dodge Ramcharger ( far heavier than a 40) with a pulley system with 1/4" heavy nylon rope and a series of mini block and tackles. It picked up from 4 corners with a double block and tackle at each point ( 4 pulleys on each corner)

It ended up on the wall in one line and tied off to a cleat. I had my mother operate it and she pulled it up with one hand. She was impressed, I told her that I had indeed been paying attention when I went to school. It really is an easy setup, pulleys are our friends

I wish we still taught simple machines and mechanical advantage but alas, gone from the curriculum. Isn't that sad?

I'll bet most folks here still remember the six:

1. Pulley
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

 

[NCFJ]

I wish we still taught simple machines and mechanical advantage but alas, gone from the curriculum. Isn't that sad?

I'll bet most folks here still remember the six:

1. Pulley
2. Lever
3. Screw
4.
5.
6.

I know the rest as well

It is really amazing what is NOT taught any longer. The principles above are largely responsible for me having been able to work alone a good part of my life. I have placed large beams and headers in place alone using just these basic principles. One item that does not make the list directly is "balance". Amazing what you can do with balance and momentum.

 

[NCFJ]

I wish we still taught simple machines and mechanical advantage but alas, gone from the curriculum. Isn't that sad?

The bigger question for me is, If we are no longer teaching these basics who is going to be designing the machines of our future? Will our current group of students not get this until the beginnings of Mechanical Engineering? We learned some of the basics of this in grade school and Jr High. I made sand molds and poured molten metal in 8th grade industrial arts (metal shop).

In 10th grade machine shop we were given a small piece of 1/2" steel about 3" square. No edge on it was exactly square. Before we were allowed to touch a machine we had to use files and make every edge on that block square. Then we had to do the same thing on a mill, by hand. Computer control was in it's infancy in 1976. I remember the instructor cutting apart welds and teaching us about penetration and heat warp etc. All this by age 16.

I was already a gear head by Dad's influence and this just pushed it over the top. It lead me to a life time of building things of all kinds for a living. There are millions of guys like me out there building all sorts of things for people, who will replace us?

 

[Rice]

The best thing parents can do for our kids is to never stop learning. If we can model for our kids that learning is a life-long endeavor then there is hope.