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| Campout 2021 (Photo by V.A. McMillan) |
Ever have one of those projects you have been meaning to tackle and you keep putting it off?? Well, today ends the procrastination on one such project. My old Craftsman ratchet set was living in the plastic case it originally came in...well, eventually plastic breaks.
Thankfully, I have time to focus my energy on finding a solution to this broken case and get these tools back in the truck where they belong. The first step was to draw a sketch of a possible solution. Like this:
The original thought was to use a zipper closing case, that was similar in layout to the old, broken plastic case. However, when getting setup today, a new idea emerged...
A classic tool roll. I have made a few of these in the past for wrench sets. So, now we just needed to adapt the design to fit this specific Craftsman set.
Now, with a basic idea, it was time to take this project from concept to reality. First step, use the actual tools to create the actual layout of the tool roll. This is a good start.
After an hour or so...everything is coming together nicely.
This is a successful tool roll that holds and protects the tools, but also rolls up more compact than the old plastic case. A very win-win solution.
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| Fold Flaps |
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| Roll Up...Mind the Flaps |
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| Secure the Buckle |
Another day and another project completed. One step closer to being ready for another trip to the mountains.
Until next time...if it breaks, find a solution.
Or better yet, make a solution!
Mountainman.
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