How to add Struts to any Storage Case (DIY) - Harbor Freight Apache 9800

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In this video, we'll show you how to add Struts to a storage case - the perfect budget solution for adding some extra storage to your roof rack.
The Harbor Freight Apache 9800 is a budget-friendly solution that will protect your gear from weather. A good alternative to save some money if you're considering Roam Adventure cases.
Links to Products used:
Apache 9800 (Case): tinyurl.com/mr43vape
Gas Struts 12" 10 Lb: tinyurl.com/y5ws4x5a
Mounts: tinyurl.com/mhdjaxd

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25 фев 2023

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Комментарии : 29

@onapilgrimage Год назад

You installed them upside-down. There's oil inside that's keeps the piston gasket from dry rotting. Just a heads up.

@javilee98 Год назад

I've pinned this comment for everyone else to see! Thanks for letting me know, I've already fixed mine.

@garyabiermann Месяц назад

Thanks for the video! I successfully installed one strut on the wheel side using the screws with no protrusions. There are solid plastic “feet” that make the sidewall much thicker. So far one strut does me just fine and I did 2 cases for $30

@d.collier_8280 7 месяцев назад

You could have replaced the screws with pop rivets. Stick them through the outside of the case with the heads on the outside of it.

@nateb4543 10 месяцев назад

If im doing this, i use bolts, licking nuts and rubber washers on inside and out. Dont want water getting in. Nice vid!

@thechambaos Месяц назад

Awesome! Good to find a video on something Ive been wanting to do on our apache case. good stuff!

@Bluescout612 11 месяцев назад

been there done that with the VLB tap winder. I think I will use bolts instead of screws

@charlescharles9755 Год назад

Nice thank you for tutorial

@TOTjaybin 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for video!!!! How do you like your case? The Roam cases are so expensive. I'm thinking of doing this.

@javilee98 8 месяцев назад

I love it! It keeps everything dry and has given me 0 issues.

@paranormalwheelers 3 месяца назад

Nice but I think I would have put struts on the outside so when you drill the screws the ugly is inside . But good idea

@rbyronson2426 Год назад

What all do you keep in there? Thinking of getting 1 to downsize as my truck toolbox. Good or dad idea?

@javilee98 Год назад

I keep a tool roll with some basic sockets, screwdrivers and wrenches. Tire plug kit, inflator hose and some recovery stuff along with a hammock just in case. Nothing really valuable but nice to always have.

@rbyronson2426 Год назад

Thanks for the video and the reply.

@pewpew703 8 месяцев назад

amazing idea - gonna plagarize you this week.

@JMAAD 9 месяцев назад

pop rivets would have worked .....i think

@johnfarill1923 9 месяцев назад

Rivets! Not screws!

@Rolandokrn Год назад

Nice videos 👍 👌

@javilee98 Год назад

Thank you!

@DeepSouthOverlander 9 месяцев назад

I have two of these cases on the custom roof rack I have on my Lx470 Overland and for sure I am going to do this mod. It's a pain to keep these open one handed while balancing on the site steps! I love these cases, they have been on my roof sitting in the sun and weather for 3 years and ZERO issues. I got them on sale for like $145 each! can''t beat that ever!

@javilee98 9 месяцев назад

I've had 0 issues with it so far, you're right, value can't be beat!