Redesigning the rear

Started by MiniSimp, February 12, 2008, 08:01:26 AM

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MiniSimp

February 12, 2008, 08:01:26 AM
 :dunno:

Since I have my tool box organized now, all my spare parts and fluids fit in there and I no longer have to carry the lock box.

So, what do you guys think about laying the spare flat in the bed, and I don't know what to do with the ammo cans yet, they might fit in the bed also....

The bed is 45" long and about 38" wide...


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#1
February 12, 2008, 08:19:07 AM
I think it would look better with the spare flat...Ive never really cared for it stickin up in the air like that  :biggthumpup: just my :twocents:
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#2
February 12, 2008, 10:01:20 AM
That will never work  :shake: :gap:

Don't you sometimes fill the bed up with camping gear/equipment?

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#3
February 12, 2008, 10:13:37 AM
Flat would be better for visual purposes, but if you do use the bed for camping gear/equipment then the tire won't leave you any room for it.
Looks like a classic catch-22 situation.
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MiniSimp

#4
February 12, 2008, 10:19:24 AM
I'm thinking I can put everything on top with a spider net and tie downs... :dunno:

DTB

#5
February 12, 2008, 10:20:52 AM
:psss: you need an extra cab!
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#6
February 12, 2008, 10:30:50 AM
Quote from: DirToyBoy on February 12, 2008, 10:20:52 AM
:psss: you need an extra cab!
Negative. It would just be more body to smash against the rocks. :thumbdown:

DTB

#7
February 12, 2008, 10:34:33 AM
Quote from: MiniSimp on February 12, 2008, 10:30:50 AM
Negative. It would just be more body to smash against the rocks. :thumbdown:
:psss: chicks dig body damage :boobs:
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#8
February 12, 2008, 11:11:38 AM
exchange that spare tire for a pack of plugs and an air compressor and you'll have all the room in the world

MiniSimp

#9
February 12, 2008, 11:15:22 AM
Quote from: TEAM RAMROD on February 12, 2008, 11:11:38 AM
exchange that spare tire for a pack of plugs and an air compressor and you'll have all the room in the world
Already have those in addition to the spare. I over stock.

jimbo74

#10
February 12, 2008, 11:18:23 AM
lay her in the bed
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#11
February 12, 2008, 05:11:09 PM
  :clap2: great idea  :biggthumpup: AS SOON AS THE RUNNER IS DONE WE CAN DO IT  :deal:


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#12
February 12, 2008, 05:17:37 PM
I hate to say this but, what about doing like Chris Geiger did with his yellow Toy back when he was with All Pro. Put it over the rear axle, between the frame rails.
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February 12, 2008, 05:20:33 PM
And another thing, when were you in Gorman last to take those pic's?
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February 12, 2008, 05:34:34 PM
UM thats Carnagee in the Altamont outside of Tracy



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#15
February 12, 2008, 05:44:47 PM
Quote from: TacoRunner on February 12, 2008, 05:17:37 PM
I hate to say this but, what about doing like Chris Geiger did with his yellow Toy back when he was with All Pro. Put it over the rear axle, between the frame rails.
1. Axle compresses too far and would hit tire for sure
2. Shocks are triangulated and mounted to flat bed
3. Some other reason
Quote from: TacoRunner on February 12, 2008, 05:20:33 PM
And another thing, when were you in Gorman last to take those pic's?
Not sure where Gorman is  :dunno:
Quote from: oldyellercj on February 12, 2008, 05:11:09 PM
  :clap2: great idea  :biggthumpup: AS SOON AS THE RUNNER IS DONE WE CAN DO IT  :deal:
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#16
February 12, 2008, 06:56:10 PM
I say go for it.  It should put the weight a little more directly over the rear end, helping the suspension work,( i don't think you would see much difference, it's just a theoretical point)  lowering the COG on the back half of that pregnant dog also.

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#17
February 12, 2008, 07:32:03 PM
Maybe lay the tire down and build a rack over it.  Then you could slide the tire out (if needed). The rack could be used for camping gear, ice chest, ect.   :twocents:
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February 12, 2008, 08:28:53 PM
Quote from: RTA on February 12, 2008, 07:32:03 PM
Maybe lay the tire down and build a rack over it.  Then you could slide the tire out (if needed). The rack could be used for camping gear, ice chest, ect.   :twocents:


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#19
February 12, 2008, 08:32:30 PM
Bummer.  i thought this thread was about something else.  :rofl2:
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#20
February 12, 2008, 08:36:01 PM
Quote from: RTA on February 12, 2008, 07:32:03 PM
Maybe lay the tire down and build a rack over it.  Then you could slide the tire out (if needed). The rack could be used for camping gear, ice chest, ect.   :twocents:
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#21
February 12, 2008, 10:27:55 PM
Your pics in the beginning look just like a place called Gorman off the 5Freeway about an 1.5 hours out side of LA. :thumbs:
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#22
February 12, 2008, 11:06:48 PM
Quote from: RTA on February 12, 2008, 07:32:03 PM
Maybe lay the tire down and build a rack over it.  Then you could slide the tire out (if needed). The rack could be used for camping gear, ice chest, ect.   :twocents:

I like that one.   Keep the heavy stuff low, and pack lighter weight stuff above.
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#23
February 12, 2008, 11:38:07 PM
the rack set up with tire below is a good one!

it must be nice having a spare...compressor...tools...spare parts...

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#24
February 13, 2008, 12:18:02 AM
If it was me I think I might try and mount it just like it is but move it forward... So It would sit like it is but just behind the tool  box and then with the ammo cans direcly behind...

MiniSimp

#25
February 13, 2008, 06:26:50 AM
I measured the bed out last night and the ID is 44-7/8"x39" so there will be pleanty of room for the tire and cans! Now it's time to charge the batteries for the grinder...

skipnrocks

#26
February 13, 2008, 03:41:46 PM
I like the idea of having the tire slide inbetween the bed and a rack! 
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