Final (?) post, 3rd Gen. skids finished, pic intensive long post
09-12-2003, 05:04 AM
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Originally posted by Jeff the marmot
Duh, um, I got lost at the part about using Daystar bumpstops integrated into the skidplate design. Steve, are you putting a bumpstop on the middle support that's in front of the forward-most lower A-arm mount? That support isn't in the pics. I don't understand what you're doing there. So you want to avoid adding another bolt there?
I'm asking this because I still intend to add a middle support to my custom skids where the stock skidplate extended up, and also where Schaefer added the extra support to the Rockstomper. Steve, didn't you just bolt that against the skidplate, or add a bumper there for support? Or maybe I'm way off.
Duh, um, I got lost at the part about using Daystar bumpstops integrated into the skidplate design. Steve, are you putting a bumpstop on the middle support that's in front of the forward-most lower A-arm mount? That support isn't in the pics. I don't understand what you're doing there. So you want to avoid adding another bolt there?
I'm asking this because I still intend to add a middle support to my custom skids where the stock skidplate extended up, and also where Schaefer added the extra support to the Rockstomper. Steve, didn't you just bolt that against the skidplate, or add a bumper there for support? Or maybe I'm way off.
These are 2" blocks the new skid will need 3" blocks.
Supports the front and hold it from moving backwards.
These skids are just so much work is't crazy. It's pretty clear now why Rockstomper discontinued them due to not being able to make any money.
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09-12-2003, 06:14 AM
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Originally posted by sschaefer3
These will have the center support blocks, but right now I'm putting 3-4 hours daily into just geting the lot done. Once they are done I'll make the center supports with the poly ends. Just like my Rockstomper Type II has, but the blocks on these will be a bit longer.
These are 2" blocks the new skid will need 3" blocks.
Supports the front and hold it from moving backwards. These are just so much work is't crazy. It's pretty clear now why Rockstomper discontinued them due to not being able to make any money.
These will have the center support blocks, but right now I'm putting 3-4 hours daily into just geting the lot done. Once they are done I'll make the center supports with the poly ends. Just like my Rockstomper Type II has, but the blocks on these will be a bit longer.
These are 2" blocks the new skid will need 3" blocks.
Supports the front and hold it from moving backwards. These are just so much work is't crazy. It's pretty clear now why Rockstomper discontinued them due to not being able to make any money.
Chris
09-12-2003, 06:15 AM
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Originally posted by sschaefer3
These are just so much work is't crazy. It's pretty clear now why Rockstomper discontinued them due to not being able to make any money.
These are just so much work is't crazy. It's pretty clear now why Rockstomper discontinued them due to not being able to make any money.
BOT, these skids are more like sliders for the front end! Stout baby, stout!
Mike
09-12-2003, 06:19 AM
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Originally posted by ravencr
Steve, I'm still not clear why you guys chose not to actually bolt it to the frame there, instead of having just the bumpers? It seems a lot of force would transfer to the rear bolts upon a pretty hard frontal impact on a rock. How did you reinforce the rear bolts to handle the increase in pressure? Just wondering!
Chris
Steve, I'm still not clear why you guys chose not to actually bolt it to the frame there, instead of having just the bumpers? It seems a lot of force would transfer to the rear bolts upon a pretty hard frontal impact on a rock. How did you reinforce the rear bolts to handle the increase in pressure? Just wondering!
Chris
TC is YOUR man Chris.
09-12-2003, 06:22 AM
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Originally posted by ravencr
Steve, I'm still not clear why you guys chose not to actually bolt it to the frame there, instead of having just the bumpers? It seems a lot of force would transfer to the rear bolts upon a pretty hard frontal impact on a rock. How did you reinforce the rear bolts to handle the increase in pressure? Just wondering!
Chris
Steve, I'm still not clear why you guys chose not to actually bolt it to the frame there, instead of having just the bumpers? It seems a lot of force would transfer to the rear bolts upon a pretty hard frontal impact on a rock. How did you reinforce the rear bolts to handle the increase in pressure? Just wondering!
Chris
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09-12-2003, 06:25 AM
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Gotcha! Steve, do you have some more photos of all angles of the plate such as the rear and front sides and back. I like the idea of having maximum clearance for sure. You guys are always great!
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09-12-2003, 06:53 AM
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Originally posted by ravencr
So does that mean that the rear bolts are exposed with the potential to get knocked off by are rock, or are they recessed so that doesn't happen?
Chris
So does that mean that the rear bolts are exposed with the potential to get knocked off by are rock, or are they recessed so that doesn't happen?
Chris
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What's up with that?
09-12-2003, 02:37 PM
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Ok, all 13 skid plates and the angle iron inserts have been delivered to the TIG welder man today, Friday 9-12-2003. He will work on them at the beginning of next week and then they all will return to me.
I will drill the 2 rear holes and then they WILL BE DONE !
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I will drill the 2 rear holes and then they WILL BE DONE !
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09-12-2003, 05:37 PM
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Originally posted by Bighead
Sounds like you need a cool-daddy.
Sounds like you need a cool-daddy.
Dam! I wish you weren't so far away, I'd invite you over for one. In your quest of the west, don't forget Arizona. October-April are the best months. The summer is like anyone elses winter.
09-12-2003, 05:51 PM
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Mmmmm...BEER!!
I wish I could take you up on that offer. Right now I have to settle for a canned Guiness. I'm looking forward to the next time I can head out west.
I wish I could take you up on that offer. Right now I have to settle for a canned Guiness. I'm looking forward to the next time I can head out west.
09-14-2003, 08:19 PM
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Pending the sale of one more item on ebay, I'm in!!
Hopefully they won't be gone by then.
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I wanted to Thank you guys again for all your dedication to this project. I'm sure everyone who gets one of these skids knows what kind of work went into them. I'll be proud to own one.
Hopefully they won't be gone by then.
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I wanted to Thank you guys again for all your dedication to this project. I'm sure everyone who gets one of these skids knows what kind of work went into them. I'll be proud to own one.
09-15-2003, 05:30 AM
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Originally posted by RobT2k
Pending the sale of one more item on ebay, I'm in!!
Hopefully they won't be gone by then.
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I wanted to Thank you guys again for all your dedication to this project. I'm sure everyone who gets one of these skids knows what kind of work went into them. I'll be proud to own one.
Pending the sale of one more item on ebay, I'm in!!
Hopefully they won't be gone by then.
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I wanted to Thank you guys again for all your dedication to this project. I'm sure everyone who gets one of these skids knows what kind of work went into them. I'll be proud to own one.
09-15-2003, 03:07 PM
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Mike: How is the payment part going to work? I PM'd you a few days back but haven't heard from you.
Steve: Have you put yours back on yet or is it still being used as a template?
Steve: Have you put yours back on yet or is it still being used as a template?
09-15-2003, 07:42 PM
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Originally posted by Bighead
Mike: How is the payment part going to work? I PM'd you a few days back but haven't heard from you.
Steve: Have you put yours back on yet or is it still being used as a template?
Mike: How is the payment part going to work? I PM'd you a few days back but haven't heard from you.
Steve: Have you put yours back on yet or is it still being used as a template?
Mike
09-15-2003, 11:52 PM
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Originally posted by Darren
Thanks for all of your hard work on these, guys. Much appreciated. They look good, and I am very much looking forward to owning one.
I can pay immediately. Check or PayPal works here. I guess I'll PM you soon, Mike. I think I was one of the first ones to make a deposit to Mike V., which was a couple days after this was announced originally. I'm assuming the rest of my payment will go to you, Mike, but hopefully that extra $50 I deposited will find its way to you as well, if it hasn't already. Any thoughts? I guess we can discuss that privately. I just mentioned it "aloud" in case there were any others who did the same.
Thanks for all of your hard work on these, guys. Much appreciated. They look good, and I am very much looking forward to owning one.
I can pay immediately. Check or PayPal works here. I guess I'll PM you soon, Mike. I think I was one of the first ones to make a deposit to Mike V., which was a couple days after this was announced originally. I'm assuming the rest of my payment will go to you, Mike, but hopefully that extra $50 I deposited will find its way to you as well, if it hasn't already. Any thoughts? I guess we can discuss that privately. I just mentioned it "aloud" in case there were any others who did the same.
Mike
09-16-2003, 07:23 PM
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OkelyDokely folks, it's down to five.
First 5 paid to PayPal takes it, chronological order, fair and square.
PayPal is: krafteng@cox.net
Parts ship next week.
Mike
First 5 paid to PayPal takes it, chronological order, fair and square.
PayPal is: krafteng@cox.net
Parts ship next week.
Mike
