NEW SUMP GUARD / TOOL BOX

[anton88]

Part 1 pictures of new sump guard fabrication - others to follow v. soon.

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2126

[anton88]

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2127

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2128

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2129

It is now very different from above pics, and nearly finished - hope to get some pics up tonight/tommorrow.

[anton88]

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2130

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2131

http://www.xrv.org.uk/getimage.php?id=2132


Still not quite finished - some welding to finish and then i am going to paint it all black hammerite, as my welds are not that clean - ive put filler over the side pieces that were welded together to hide my welding! - it is all very strong though. The sump goes all the way under the engine so offers better protection.

The hardest part was figuring how to keep the lid secure - just used a cabinet lock - the lid slides out. It could be forced open, but its only to hold some tools and stuff - lock is just to stop everything falling out and stop any pesky kids.

Currently squeezed inside is : 2 x tyre levers, can of tyre weld, gas canisters x 3, large spanner, spark plug wrench and spare plug, spoke wrench, bag of tools and leatherman type tool and cargo net incase i go shopping!

If you want plans, dont ask me as ive done all this from my head.

[squirrelciv]

Jees thats a bit of construction :shock: I don't own enough tools to fill that :oops: Will it get in the way for oil changes or can it be easily unbolted? Maybe you have made a funnel to take the old oil away :?
Well done to you though. It is reassuring when you can take kit with you "just in case"

[anton88]

The whole guard still unbolts for oil changes same as before. I just got fed up of carrying tools in my rucksack when i went on longer journeys - you notice the weight on your back after a while. Plus there is nowhere on the dom to store anything except for the original 'toolbox'.

This is my first 'metal work' project, and had to buy a few tools that i didnt have - best was some cutting wheels for my angle grinder - cut 1mm thin - very quick way of cutting sheet steel.

I had to improvise with bending the sheet to fit - using brains and braun !

This is also the first time i've welded anything as well, and am pleased with the result.

[squirrelciv]

I was lucky(???). When my exhausts dropped off, I bought a single sided replacement and stuck my toolbox in the gap left by the missing muffler.


http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/squirrelciv/Dolly/toolbox.jpg
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/squirrelciv/Dolly/nakedtoolbox.jpg

Only problem is locking the thing :? I reckon I'll rivet on a clasp and use a padlock, but I reckon the rattling will drive me mad :evil:

Well done to you though, an ingenous answer to the problem. I admire all bikers who fettle rather than buy the latest trinkett (spell?)

[anton88]

Thanks for the comments.

You could wrap your lock in sticky backed black foam (as used for bike racing seats) to stop it rattling ?

You've probably got as much room in yours as mine.

The guard/boxes i have seen advertised are well over £150 - £200. Bugger that i thougt. Went to my local scrappy and bought all the sheet steel (stainless) for £5.

Got the lock off e-bay for 50p !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ive got some paint in my shed, so its cost me bugger all really.

[Rubberchicken]

You could wrap your lock in sticky backed black foam (as used for bike racing seats) to stop it rattling ?
Or stick an old inner tube around the lock... (Works best with pushbike tubes though)

Re: Sticking tyre sealer in there, watch out for bursting cans though. ;-)
http://onderhoud.luiemotorfiets.net/NL/fotoboekgifs/4031_5910_1022536575.jpg

[Scott]

Re: Sticking tyre sealer in there, watch out for bursting cans though. ;-)
http://onderhoud.luiemotorfiets.net/NL/fotoboekgifs/4031_5910_1022536575.jpg


:lol:

Looks like fun.
Not sure I'd attempt either of these 'projects' my hamfistedness would hamper any such attempt :roll:

Good job(s) though :thumbup:

[cafe650]

I was lucky(???). When my exhausts dropped off, I bought a single sided replacement and stuck my toolbox in the gap left by the missing muffler.


http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/squirrelciv/Dolly/toolbox.jpg
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/squirrelciv/Dolly/nakedtoolbox.jpg

Only problem is locking the thing :? I reckon I'll rivet on a clasp and use a padlock, but I reckon the rattling will drive me mad :evil:

Well done to you though, an ingenous answer to the problem. I admire all bikers who fettle rather than buy the latest trinkett (spell?)

Are you still using this tool box? if so how has it panned out, happy or not?

[btbloke]

I was lucky(???). When my exhausts dropped off, I bought a single sided replacement and stuck my toolbox in the gap left by the missing muffler.


http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/squirrelciv/Dolly/toolbox.jpg


http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/squirrelciv/Dolly/nakedtoolbox.jpg

Only problem is locking the thing :? I reckon I'll rivet on a clasp and use a padlock, but I reckon the rattling will drive me mad :evil:

Well done to you though, an ingenous answer to the problem. I admire all bikers who fettle rather than buy the latest trinkett (spell?)


very disappointed in you young man,you told me it was a rocket launcher at the national. so you're gonna tell me you're not the welsh james bond next and completely shatter the illusion.



Bugger!

[squirrelciv]

Are you still using this tool box? if so how has it panned out, happy or not?

Yep, it works great:D Never got round to making it lockable though. Can get condensation in there which rusted a few things (absolutely doesn't leak) but got round this by opening it up every now and then and popping in silica sachet's I swipe from work:D

[squirrelciv]

very disappointed in you young man,you told me it was a rocket launcher at the national. so you're gonna tell me you're not the welsh james bond next and completely shatter the illusion.



Bugger!

Shh!!! I told you that in confidence, your going to blow my cover! I'm hard on the trail of an @ rider smuggling leeks out of Rhyll

[Steve C]

Yep, it works great:D Never got round to making it lockable though. Can get condensation in there which rusted a few things (absolutely doesn't leak) but got round this by opening it up every now and then and popping in silica sachet's I swipe from work:D
2 small breather holes to allow air movement?

[squirrelciv]

2 small breather holes to allow air movement?
Good Idea, but concerned about water ingress especially that close to the rear wheel:)

[Steve C]

Good Idea, but concerned about water ingress especially that close to the rear wheel:)

How about a breather pipe running up under the seat or somewhere?

Sorry if I'm being a busy body, I'd like to find a way to do something like that on my AT is all :)

[squirrelciv]

Now that is a good idea, hadn't thought of that. Iknow what I'll be upto this weekend:D

[Steve C]

Now that is a good idea, hadn't thought of that. Iknow what I'll be upto this weekend:D
I feel all pleased with myself now :)
Now I just have to understand enough about the whole construction of that gizmo of yours AND find a place for it out of the way on my AT... time for a sit down :D