Open Slots in Rear of Frame?
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Topic: Open Slots in Rear of Frame?
Posted By: Abercrombies
Subject: Open Slots in Rear of Frame?
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2018 at 1:23am
 So I'm curious? We noticed our 2018 r189 has open slots [] in the end of the frame on either side. Are there caps for these, or even possible storage uses/ideas for these spaces? Thought about stashing my cane π£ fishing poles in there π------------- "better than we deserve!"ππΌ Β―\_(γ)_/Β― https://postimg.cc/p9xDS55j"> 
RPOD-189 GMC Pickup Bruce & Linda |
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Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2018 at 8:01am
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I never found suitable caps. I made two removable plugs for mine because the red wasps were continually building nests in the frame. Cane pole storage might work. My frame has bolts thru it securing the tank brackets. ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: Tars Tarkas
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2018 at 9:00am
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I've thought about storing long poles in there. I have a weather instrument that includes a wind vane https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B017AF1N26/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - (Link) that I'd like to mount up high on 10 or 20 feet of conduit. I think the hollow frame would work, but I've never tried it. Mike is right about about bolts and things in there, I'm sure. A cap would be an issue for storage. And they might be open on purpose to let any water out. TT ------------- 2010 176 FJ Cruiser |
Posted By: Abercrombies
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2018 at 3:28pm
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Thanks for repliesππΌ We are having issues with moisture, waspsπ, & insects as well! Going to improvise some kind of caps π§’ ------------- "better than we deserve!"ππΌ Β―\_(γ)_/Β― https://postimg.cc/p9xDS55j">
RPOD-189 GMC Pickup Bruce & Linda |
Posted By: voisj
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2018 at 9:43pm
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They make plastic caps for steel fenceposts and outdoor metal buildings and such. Google 2x4 plastic caps, should just pop right in with a little persuasion.
I used the open frame holes for a simple way to mount a bumper. Pics in my mod link at the bottom. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Unique-Bargains-10-Pcs-Antislip-Plastic-Rectangle-25mm-x-50mm-Chair-Foot-Cover-Table-Furniture-Leg-Protector-Balck/45512677?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=571&adid=22222222228032820337&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=79309107009&wl4=pla-134810188809&wl5=1014232&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=111838760&wl11=online&wl12=45512677&wl13=&veh=sem - 2x4 plastic caps ------------- http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9426&title=slopod-180-mods-johnsue - SLOPODMODS John&Sue,SLO,CA 2016 180 HRE, 2013 F150 Eco Boost 
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Posted By: Abercrombies
Date Posted: 15 Jul 2018 at 6:59am
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Cool modifications!πππΌ Thanks for the tips & ideas! ------------- "better than we deserve!"ππΌ Β―\_(γ)_/Β― https://postimg.cc/p9xDS55j">
RPOD-189 GMC Pickup Bruce & Linda |