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blazerbrad · 04-10-2008, 08:07 AM

The only issue I can see right off hand is that the strap would be rubbing on the tube all of the time. I think you would have issues with either always having the paint rubbed off the frame and/or wearing the strap out. Don't think those are necessarily huge issues, but something to consider.

94Dodge Truggy · 04-10-2008, 08:39 AM

Maybe machine a nylon sleeve with a slit down it so you can snap it around the tubing to help on the strap wearing prematurely?

carwash · 04-10-2008, 08:42 AM

wasnt concerned at all about paint rub, there will be quite a few bare paint spots after the first couple trail runs... ha.

one problem i didnt take into account is when the strap gets dirty, sandy, gritty, full of small rocks, then the rubbing will actually wear on the strap, as well as the tube.

So, gonna go ahead and just tab it at the top, and go to the link mount there at the bottom. oh well, wanted to try something new, not worth the possible issues.

itbrokeagain · 04-10-2008, 07:33 PM

Would definatly protect the tops of the tanks better. I know if mine was set up this way I would probably have damaged the tanks.

Does a propaned engine have a different exhaust sound or is it all the same?

94Dodge Truggy · 04-10-2008, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by itbrokeagain

Would definatly protect the tops of the tanks better. I know if mine was set up this way I would probably have damaged the tanks.

Does a propaned engine have a different exhaust sound or is it all the same?

Smells like you are behind a slow moving forklift

Nuts · 04-10-2008, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by carwash

So, gonna go ahead and just tab it at the top, and go to the link mount there at the bottom. oh well, wanted to try something new, not worth the possible issues.

Good,I thought you'd been breathing too much welding smoke! One day you were bashing your battery tray,then you're thinking about doing something like this. There is nothing wrong with that tray,expetially when comparred to that strap idea,lol.

carwash · 04-11-2008, 02:23 PM

ok whatever... i think it would be a great look, simple and clean... and new. not gonna do it due to strap fatigue... go forbid we try something different.

anyways...

big bummer, the see-thru propane cylinders are a little larger than the aluminum... not gonna fit in my current configuration, need to figure something out.

JeffK5 · 04-11-2008, 05:58 PM

Can't bring the ghey any worse than mid-link bump stops! ;)

Sorry Mike I just had to give you a hard time... ironic it's coming from a guy with a pile of parts and nothing to wheel..

How susceptible are air shocks to over-travel damage?

...I actually don't know what the end of a air shock rod looks like ... piston?...valve cartridge?

carwash · 04-11-2008, 07:21 PM

only thing holding that shaft in is a clip... it won't hold a rockwell and a big ass tire. There is both a negative detent spring and positive one as well, they help, but still won't stop it. Needs to be limited, that's for sure.

The front needs some limiting to avoid driveshaft issues... but that's another ugly situation.

and to hell with you and your opinion on mid link bump stops... hahahah. where did you mount yours?

JeffK5 · 04-11-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by carwash

hahahah. where did you mount yours?

Awww, that line is why I like you.... perfectly placed sarcasm..

Ever consider an adjustable limiter eye and strap combo ? They look trick and can very handy.

04-10-2008, 08:42 AM	#3
carwash pimpin' IS easy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Union, KY Posts: 3,344 Images: 605	wasnt concerned at all about paint rub, there will be quite a few bare paint spots after the first couple trail runs... ha. one problem i didnt take into account is when the strap gets dirty, sandy, gritty, full of small rocks, then the rubbing will actually wear on the strap, as well as the tube. So, gonna go ahead and just tab it at the top, and go to the link mount there at the bottom. oh well, wanted to try something new, not worth the possible issues. __________________

04-10-2008, 07:33 PM	#4
itbrokeagain Just Empty Every Pocket - CORE Member - Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Amelia Posts: 1,435	Would definatly protect the tops of the tanks better. I know if mine was set up this way I would probably have damaged the tanks. Does a propaned engine have a different exhaust sound or is it all the same? __________________ 91 fj 80 on 37 Nitto Muds with a 10k winch. Cage and sliders coming soon.

04-11-2008, 02:23 PM	#7
carwash pimpin' IS easy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Union, KY Posts: 3,344 Images: 605	ok whatever... i think it would be a great look, simple and clean... and new. not gonna do it due to strap fatigue... go forbid we try something different. anyways... big bummer, the see-thru propane cylinders are a little larger than the aluminum... not gonna fit in my current configuration, need to figure something out. __________________

04-11-2008, 07:21 PM	#9
carwash pimpin' IS easy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Union, KY Posts: 3,344 Images: 605	only thing holding that shaft in is a clip... it won't hold a rockwell and a big ass tire. There is both a negative detent spring and positive one as well, they help, but still won't stop it. Needs to be limited, that's for sure. The front needs some limiting to avoid driveshaft issues... but that's another ugly situation. and to hell with you and your opinion on mid link bump stops... hahahah. where did you mount yours? __________________

04-10-2008, 08:07 AM	#1
blazerbrad - CORE Member - Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 831 Images: 6	The only issue I can see right off hand is that the strap would be rubbing on the tube all of the time. I think you would have issues with either always having the paint rubbed off the frame and/or wearing the strap out. Don't think those are necessarily huge issues, but something to consider.

04-10-2008, 08:39 AM	#2
94Dodge Truggy EX-Vice President Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 3,048	Maybe machine a nylon sleeve with a slit down it so you can snap it around the tubing to help on the strap wearing prematurely?

04-11-2008, 05:58 PM	#8
JeffK5 Tiny Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colerain Posts: 798	Can't bring the ghey any worse than mid-link bump stops! ;) Sorry Mike I just had to give you a hard time... ironic it's coming from a guy with a pile of parts and nothing to wheel.. How susceptible are air shocks to over-travel damage? ...I actually don't know what the end of a air shock rod looks like ... piston?...valve cartridge?