JackHenry Posted June 28, 2014 Report Share Posted June 28, 2014 Just how you've laid out the foam inserts (if any) etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siddho Posted June 28, 2014 Report Share Posted June 28, 2014 no, i havent used any foam inserts. there are special dividers one can buy for the Euroboxes. i used those. here is the web page where i bought mine (its in german): http://www.1a-topstore.eu/Einteilungsmaterial-Einsatzkaesten Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cws837 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Has anyone done this with a case other than an im2750? I'm interested in the Pelican 1620 in particular. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeKai Posted August 2, 2014 Report Share Posted August 2, 2014 I wish I could figure out how to get my workbench to the level of neatness and organisation that is being displayed by the posters of the modified peli cases here. Inspirational stuff guys - really impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted August 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2014 My shelf is done. Made a frame out of aluminum and had a work shop to make the shelf. The handle I had underneath for keep it leveled made it too wobbly, so I change it to furniture legs. I still haven't done the inside... No rush. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundtrane Posted August 6, 2014 Report Share Posted August 6, 2014 John - do you have a source for the axle and wheels? Many thanks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pvanstry Posted August 6, 2014 Report Share Posted August 6, 2014 RockNRoller for the wheels, i took the offset 6" ones and Home Depot for The axle and cotter pins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted August 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2014 Well, since the racknroller wheel hole are 16mm and my axle 8mm. I used ball bearings to make it work. It would have been a lot easier if I chose other wheels... So if you want to keep the 2750 axle hole, find 15cm wheels with 8mm axle holes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackHenry Posted October 6, 2014 Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 John What model Raaco cases are these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted October 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 I can see if I find the model, but after using these on just a couple of jobs I won't recommend them. The locks are bad and gets stuck. So my decision was to make custom aluminum drawers instead. Skickas från min iPhone via Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubu Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share Posted October 28, 2014 Has anyone done this with a case other than an im2750? I'm interested in the Pelican 1620 in particular. No one tried it with the Peli 1620 yet? Thinking about doing this myself but they don´t seem to sell the im 2750 over here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy Robot Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share Posted October 28, 2014 These are awesome. I truly believe that if people would build these, they would sell. I would certainly be interested in one with proper drawers & compartments for storage. Half of my battle with gear these days is the 'cases within a case' dilemma. Something like this would be a great platform to mix from a bag on, has much larger wheels than any standard pelican type case, holds a boom pole or two and would for me at least, eliminate many smaller cases within the larger case for most of my projects. It is a very efficient and yet mobile setup with space for a sound mixer to mix from. I can't tell you how many projects in NYC I mix from an office chair, desk or something taken from someone's kitchen. If one of these could be designed to open while the bag was already set up on top of it that would be amazing. I do a lot of multi-camera setups where once the bag is resting on its platform it is a major pain to move, so I can never use my cases as a rest for the bag. To be able to leave the bag fully set up and open the front of the case to get thing X, Y or Z would just be amazing. To make something like this and keep it as lightweight as possible, while still offering these types of features would indeed be hard, but remember that anything within the main case doesn't have to be too strong. That's what the exterior case is for. Hmmm. My wheels are turning now. Well done everyone. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate C Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I too was inspired by Pascal and others that have created small mobile follow carts out of cases. Due not being able to easily source similar wheels to what other have used and the shoot I required this cart for, was often on rough terrain and beaches, I decided to go with 12.5 inch pram wheels. These particular wheels are from a Phil and Teds pram. They have a quick release axle. Total cost of wheels was $1 on ebay. Kept the wheels, junked the pram. The quick release wheels and the folding foot allow me to store the cart more conveniently in my car. Space is a premium as I have a small SUV. I am yet to find a desirable way to lock the folding foot in place as it can collapse on itself. I ran out of time and haven't used the cart since. Due to the larger size tyres I had to cut back some of the external side support on the case. I don't feel this hurts the cases structural quality. I was suprised that it is actually glued on. The hub for the quick release axle was made from a piece of aluminium pipe glued into a 19mm steel tube. The inside tube is about 5mm shorter so as the axle will lock into place. Now a 19mm drill bit is rather expensive, around $60. So I used a 19mm counter sink bit that cost about $15. It was a little more work, but did the job required. I wish to make the boom holders easily removable but tool flex track is overly expensive here. An alternative will show itself, just have to keep looking out for it. I haven't fitted out the interior in a form I am happy with yet. That is another challenge that has gotten the better of me a couple of times. At the moment it is just tubs sourced from Office Works. I am sure when another job comes up that I require this cart I will arise to the challenge. Some of the other Depts were impressed at the movability of this cart in the terrians we were in. On of the grips has already stolen some ideas. Looking forward to see what he dreams up. Cheers Nate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted October 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Nice!! Skickas från min iPhone via Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate C Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I still intend to steal/borrow/pay homage to some of your ideas John, as well as Siddho. Looking forward to seeing the next variant someone comes up with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted October 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I have sent mine away for internal modifications (aluminum drawers). I know it's going to be a lot heavier but since the gear doesn't really weights that much. It should be ok. Skickas från min iPhone via Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathaniel Robinson Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Has anyone checked out Pelican's "mobility" models? 1610M, 1560M, etc. They have slightly beefier wheels and look like they might accommodate lid opening when in an upright position. Possibly have some design elements worth borrowing for our DIY efforts. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate C Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 In regards Alexs' question of could you open the case with your bag on top, the answer is a definite YES. Personally I leave the top and bottom latch open so as to only need to open the side latches for quicker access. With a bag resting on top, the top latch could possibly be in the way. Have considered removing the top and bottom latch, and I'm of the conclusion it is in the right direction to proceed, but ironically I am nervous of modifying the case. Ah it is the mental hours we put in debating how to achieve the designs of how we want the equipment to work best for us, within a budget, resources and skill set that is the biggest challenge. Damn I have devised a few concept designs just typing this. Only wish my design to development sills were stronger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patoggt Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Today I found these Raaco cases that fit the 2750 very good. There about 1-1,5cm left on each side. So my plan is to mount angled aluminum bars for the cases to slide on. I don't know if I'm going to mount them directly to the case or some kind of frame. Any of you guys have any tips? John Skickas från min iPhone via Tapatalk That´s awesome! Could you detail briefly your miking kit case? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy Robot Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Has anyone checked out Pelican's "mobility" models? 1610M, 1560M, etc. They have slightly beefier wheels and look like they might accommodate lid opening when in an upright position. Possibly have some design elements worth borrowing for our DIY efforts. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks for this heads-up. I did not know about these models until I read this post. Worth checking out and they look very beefy for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted October 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 That´s awesome! Could you detail briefly your miking kit case? I've made a lot of changes since that photo where taken. First I realized that the Raaco cases wasn't sturdy enough. The locks got stuck etc. And when the 2750 internals are finished it will allow even less equipment in it (because of the aluminum frame and drawers). So I have all wireless stuff in another storm case (IM2300, I think). This case can then be stored/transported on the top (shelf) of the 2750. For me it's important to be able to take the all things wireless to go to actors/wardrobe etc. without bring the big 2750. Skickas från min iPhone via Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ronnerblad Posted October 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 And if you wanted to know what microphones I'll have in the big box. It's the following: Schoeps CMIT 5U Schoeps CMC6MK41/GVC Schoeps CCM8 Sennheiser 416 Sanken Cub That's more or less what I'll bring. Sometimes a Neumann kmr81 as well. Skickas från min iPhone via Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubu Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 Have seen the mobility kit for the 1620 waiting for a price tag from the reseller, wheels could be too small though since i do alot of outdoor stuff on gravel roads, dirt, gras & lava! Hej John! Stuff looks really good! Wondering about those dividers in your wireless case, the black ones, where did you find those? Björn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundslikejustin Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 The black dividers are from Trekpak http://trekpak.com/pelican-1510/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubu Posted October 31, 2014 Report Share Posted October 31, 2014 The black dividers are from Trekpak http://trekpak.com/pelican-1510/ Thanks! Hope to show my mod case next week! Björn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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