Pelican 1750 case configuration??

[Six Feet Under]

Fellas,
I just got a new pelican 1750 case. I was wondering if you guys could send some pics or links of how you have the foam cut to make the most out of the case..? And how to trace out what you want to cut?? and how to cut it? Thanks- yee all

 

[Six Feet Under]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

Right now I just have a Rem 700 with a scope/bipod and sling...Badger M5 DBM- Just looking for ideas... Thanks

 

[farrier]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

SFU, lay out your goodies and see what pleases you most. One thing I would do differently if I were doing it again is to lay your rifle upside down so that when the case is closed and carried by the handle, the gun is upright in the case. It probably doesn't matter but it bugs me to think that my rifle is upside down. Carefully mark the outline with a piece of chalk and cut it using an old electric carving knife.( I picked one up at the salvation army store for 2$) Dut it on the inside of your marks with the edge of the foam hanging off the edge of a table for support. Hold the knife verticle and let it do the work and it will come out looking like it was cut by a machine. Mike

 

[Swift]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mike s.</div><div class="ubbcode-body">SFU, lay out your goodies and see what pleases you most. One thing I would do differently if I were doing it again is to lay your rifle upside down so that when the case is closed and carried by the handle, the gun is upright in the case. It probably doesn't matter but it bugs me to think that my rifle is upside down. Carefully mark the outline with a piece of chalk and cut it using an old electric carving knife.( I picked one up at the salvation army store for 2$) Dut it on the inside of your marks with the edge of the foam hanging off the edge of a table for support. Hold the knife verticle and let it do the work and it will come out looking like it was cut by a machine. Mike </div></div>

A simple fix to the upside down rifle is just to turn the foam around. That way you can flip it one way for display and the other for transport.

 

[Six Feet Under]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

Thanks fellas

 

[joemusso]

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Here is what I have done.

 

[BasraBoy]

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SFU...it is not as difficult as some may have you believe:

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...634#Post3118634

As the lads have already said, scope towards the handle and leave 1" between everything in the case and you should be GTG.

Just make sure that you play with the layout and get it as you need it before cutting!!

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

An old photo of my case.

I have a couple of center pieces to drop in for whatever system I am flying with. If I am not flying, a soft case is the way to go.

The blue gun is for illustration purposes. In my current foam I deleted the Otis kit and sling cutout. No need for them to be in the hard case.

 

[Six Feet Under]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">An old photo of my case.

I have a couple of center pieces to drop in for whatever system I am flying with. If I am not flying, a soft case is the way to go.

The blue gun is for illustration purposes. In my current foam I deleted the Otis kit and sling cutout. No need for them to be in the hard case.</div></div>

Loos nice man... I would have forgot a few things... The cleaning rod in the case is a good idea too.

 

[triceratops3]

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heres a 5 page thread of hard case setups. many are 1750's

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=417842&page=all

hope this gives you some ideas.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Six Feet Under</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Loos nice man... I would have forgot a few things... The cleaning rod in the case is a good idea too. </div></div>

The cleaning rod isn't cut out. It's just laying in there. The pressure of the foam keeps it where it needs to be if you put it in the bottom (hinge side).

 

[VJJPunisher]

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the 1750 is like a duece and a half, there's always room for more

 

[Six Feet Under]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VJJPunisher</div><div class="ubbcode-body">the 1750 is like a duece and a half, there's always room for more

</div></div>

haha- looks like you are playing "tetris" in the case.. Good set up.

 

[Enough Said]

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The foamsterbation thread.

Great looking rifles!

 

[Accusource8541]

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Where do you guys find the least expensive foam replacements for this or a Storm case?

 

[Six Feet Under]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: triceratops3</div><div class="ubbcode-body">heres a 5 page thread of hard case setups. many are 1750's

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=417842&page=all

hope this gives you some ideas. </div></div>

Good link with lots of ideas - thanks man

 

[KeithR41]

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Here's a couple of mine. [img:left][/img]

 

[nutzkicker617]

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Take a look at this thread...if you're looking for detailed instructions on this project

http://snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2961775#Post2961775

 

[sawman556]

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I planning on building this to do mine.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_4/292695_.html

 

[theriddler]

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Before

After

Had quite the shady first try

 

[red hawk]

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I traced the rifle and accessories on a poster board,then arranged them the way I wanted. I then built a foam cutter. The rest is history....turned out great.This foam is a little pricey,so do a little research and you can get plans on builting the foam cutter.It cuts the foam like butter.SAWMAN 556 just posted the link to go to.Read it,.....about 48 pages. Congradulation on the pelican 1750.

 

[Hunting_Zombies]

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Now if only I can fit my 870 in here. This things weighs a ton now!

 

[littlecalm]

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Are you guys flying with your rifles and hence the need for perfect fit? I ask b/c while I have custom cut a couple of my rifle cases, I am mostly a range guy and thought it might be more efficient to have the crate foam (rather than, say, pick and pluck or flat foam) so that I can put any rifle I want into the case. Or do you guys have a single case and just swap out your custom cut foam depending on which rifle you are transporting?

 

[96C]

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I just used a felt tip marker pen to do the outline, then cut from the bottom up with a serrated kitchen knife. Take your time and PLAN first... Also, make certain the blade is always at 90 degrees to the foam so you're not cutting out stupid shapes on the other side.

J

 

[VJJPunisher]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: littlecalm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are you guys flying with your rifles and hence the need for perfect fit? I ask b/c while I have custom cut a couple of my rifle cases, I am mostly a range guy and thought it might be more efficient to have the crate foam (rather than, say, pick and pluck or flat foam) so that I can put any rifle I want into the case. Or do you guys have a single case and just swap out your custom cut foam depending on which rifle you are transporting?</div></div>

I did mine with the logic that i could throw the case in the truck and not need anything else for some time on the range, and secondary was so i could fly with it with all its components, minus ammo.

 

[AustinR]

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXhT7WtIsTg

This video lays out a pretty good method, in my opinion. Just the scope is on the bottom...

 

[bcw1284]

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This is a boyt case (similar to pelican, storm, etc), I cut the foam with a razor knife (the snap-off kind, fully extended). Just be careful to keep the blade perpendicular to the cut, or it gets sloppy.

 

[littlecalm]

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VJJ, thanks. Good idea.

 

[elk addict]

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15 minutes with a new blade in a utility knife & my hunting rifles (along with the vortex 5-15 & the SWFA 5-20) are happy & safe. i just scored the outline of each rifle into the foam & finished with a sharp knife (and a little help from my 4 yr old)

great thread- it's way easier than i expected thanks to y'all.

 

[umc]

Re: Pelican 1750 case configuration??

Two questions:

1. Is it necessary to cut the foam? Once it's cut then the case is obviously only for the one firearm unless extra foam is bought and kept. I would like to use this case for different firearms. Thoughts?

2. What's the thought behind having the bolt separate from the rifle? Is it just an easy way to show safe when first opening the case at the range?

 

[fdavidparker]

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Here is my config. The key thing for me was serial number up (for TSA) and stock is at the bottom of the case by the wheels. I also had Atlas here in Denver cut it with medium dense foam. There are locations for: sling, extra pelican small case, sun shade, cleaning rod, bolt, sling, borka tool, extra mags and bipod.