Weekend project

[Reloader]

I decided to finally build a mount for my power tank this weekend. The location I picked is on the inside of the tailgate near the hinge end. The plastic trim panel is no where near strong enough so I had to build a standoff bracket that mounts to the door interior bracing.




View looking back from front seat



Once I had the bracket built and bolted up I fabricated the tank mount and attached it with 3/4 in. standoff spacers that pass through the plastic panel. The rubber clamps are Quick Fists that I obtained from Duluth Trading Co. They are specifically for mounting cylindrical tanks like fire extinguishers and such. They cost $14 ea.

I bought one of those Flexzilla 25' hoses to replace the coiled plastic one shown in the above picture. This allows me to reach all 4 tyres from the tank and blow out the cab with length to spare. I had the trim panel on and off a dozen times so the clips are not grabbing that well now so I ordered 12 new ones. Expensive little buggers at $3 each. But no rattles are the goal.
Feel free to duplicate if you wish. Sorry I didnt take better pics of the interior bracket. When the clips come in I'll need to unbolt the tank mount to remove the panel, so I can get some if someone wants them.

 

[3Hummers]

Nice job, I never did permanently mount my Powertank. Steve, we going to see you guys in April?

 

[Reloader]

Nice job, I never did permanently mount my Powertank. Steve, we going to see you guys in April?

Yes, we are planning to be there for the Sunday run then all week. Looking forward to seeing everyone again. We also want to look at possible property to invest in.

 

[3Hummers]

Great. My wife is coming out this trip and I am sure she will enjoy the company.

 

[06 H3]

looks awesome reloader! Always look forward to your fab projects.

 

[alrock]

Like Chris said, I always enjoy your fab projects. Great job, nice install.

 

[Expendable]

Awesome! More pics would be nice!

 

[kflips]

Nice set up

 

[08SolarFlareH3]

Nice job, looks great

 

[Reloader]

Thanks for all the comments. Here's some better pics of the bracket and the standoff mounts.

sorry this one of the holes in trim panel turned out a bit fuzzy.




5/16" bolts and the 3/4" long standoff spacers that go through the trim panel.





Tank mount back in place.






Finished product all in place with the Flexzilla hose.





These are the mounting snaps for the rear door lower trim panel. they cost me $3.81 ea. x 12 plus the governors share. The new ones have a foam damper cushion
that the originals did not. Everything fits tight now.




That is all , I'm on to the next project.
Later.

 

[3Hummers]

Great job Steve. Really nice installation. I know a lot of us need to figure out a permanent mounting solution for our and you just saved some people some head scratching.

 

[LagunaH1]

Really good job. Powertanks are the way to go for quick airing up. This reminds me I need to get mine re-filled.