Pimping out the Sled

[papaperch]

All aluminum. Not quite done going to pt some side braces on. Breaks down into 3 pieces the top and 2 side panels w/ the mounted skis. Going to lower it about 5 inches also. Overguessedimated that a little. Don't think I need 24 inches or ground clearance. by cutting back to 19 inches it can double as a seat. last thing is to add some bracing on side panels. What surprised me is the ease of movement even over my concrete drive.

Pimped the basic sled out a little also after initial setup. Final thing to do is add some eye bolts for bungi cords.

Anyway I won't be hard to find out on the ice. Will continue to add/subtract and re-engineer as I never seem to quit thinking of something else.



The basic sled weighs very little due to use of aluminum tubes.



All loaded and ready to go.

 

[Jig Man]

nice... But no heater?

 

[GrampsJigs]

Sure an interesting idea and doing something innovative is always fun. Will look forward to see any further upgrades you make on this sled.

 

[Kdog]

Hmmmm, modify a trolling motor and make it self propelled. Good job and thanks for sharing.

 

[AtticaFish]

I bet that will be a breeze to pull. Just add ice. Let me know if you ever get that Garage Sale sign out..... it might be worth my while to take the 2 hour drive!

Love the stickers. I have a bucket that is plastered with them from different websites and state parks. You can take the clear film off the OGF sticker, it is actual sign vinyl. Use a quarter or something to rub down the letters first and then slowly peel off the clear cover making sure all the corners of the letters stick.

 

[papaperch]

Attica said : I bet that will be a breeze to pull. Just add ice. Cool Let me know if you ever get that Garage Sale sign out..... it might be worth my while to take the 2 hour drive!



Think Cabelas but no huge aquarium. LOL

 

[Fatman]

Nice!

 

[papaperch]

Final Version I think. Unless another brainstorm hits me. Cut down overall height by 7 inches. Added tubular braces to side panels. Added vinyl to bottom of skis to lessen friction on snowless surfaces. Few eyebolts for lashing down purposes.