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Old 04-03-2012 | 02:14 PM
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In my wood shop class in school, I need to make something out of wood (weird right?) haha. I cannot think of anything to make and was thinking about making something for my cherokee. Any ideas?
Old 04-03-2012 | 02:18 PM
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Moved to Chat.

Cargo box for the rear.
Old 04-03-2012 | 02:44 PM
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Cargo box for sure, great project and if you build it right you'll love it for years.
Old 04-03-2012 | 03:15 PM
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You could make a pair of gun racks for your back side glass for short shovels or a jack, other accessories.
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I wouldnt make that out of wood... What happens in an accident? Projectile shovels and Jacks.... doesnt sound too enjoyable to me.
Old 04-03-2012 | 03:19 PM
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LoL, you do have a point. I saw it here on one of the members rides. Seemed functional, but the thought of projectiles behind me isn't a pleasant thought.
I stand corrected.
Old 04-03-2012 | 03:22 PM
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Yeah I've seen some questionable things done, if people want to do it to their own rig i let it go but I usually point out the hazards when its being recommended to others. lol.

I find the best way to mount a high lift is behind the rear seat horizontal width wise.. if anything happens it'll just hit the seat.. unless you flipped then you're not as worried about the high lift being there. lol
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Old 04-03-2012 | 04:41 PM
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I wouldnt make that out of wood... What happens in an accident? Projectile shovels and Jacks.... doesnt sound too enjoyable to me.
You can make it out of wood. Just mke sure you use something to keep everything in place.

I have access to clamps used in squad cars to hold their guns. Not cheap, but the ultimate in securing items.

There are plenty of other ways to safely secure hardware. Just gotta get creative.
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How about a sub box, but you'll need a sub for that, or how about a false floor for the back to deter theft of smaller items.
Old 04-03-2012 | 05:32 PM
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Make a tool box lik i did but change it how u want
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Make wooden lift blocks. You will get an A for sure.
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Originally Posted by AoA
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The tank scares the **** out of me...
Old 04-03-2012 | 08:39 PM
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All good ideas but if you want something less functional how about some wood trim for the dash or door panels.
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A patrol table is a good project... I'm a scout leader and I just had the boys build one... It's a great little table! fits easily in the back of the XJ and is really handy when camping on the trails.


and here's a quick pic of it finished and assembled. (It breaks down and sets up in about a minute)


The entire table is cut from one sheet of 5/8 ply... I have the blueprints and such if you're interested...



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