Springtail
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It seems like there is an increasing interest in effective storage in the limited space of your Jeep (Or any vehicle for that matter). It also seems like there is a fair amount of questionable advice (at least IMO) floating around as well. So...Lets see if we can get a thread going that spreads useful knowledge and good advice.
I have been designing MOLLE based products for Off Road vehicles for over 13 years, in particular Toyota and Jeeps. As far as we can tell we are the originator of this type of product.....so while I don't claim to know it all but I'm probably a pretty good resource....Throw me any questions that you want (If you think its a dumb question or not worthy of the thread....just PM or email me. Judgment free zone).
It is my hope that we can share useful storage ideas and find products that will improve all of out storage needs as well.
NOTE: While Springtail sells products that fit in this category, at no point will I try to sell you our products. I will be glad to comment on other products strengths and weaknesses but will in no way bash them (so if we can....keep it generic). Trying to keep this thread constructive and positive
I will start off with some initial thoughts....
1) Mounting MOLLE bags to the plastic panel on the tailgate has little value.
Problem
Doc
I have been designing MOLLE based products for Off Road vehicles for over 13 years, in particular Toyota and Jeeps. As far as we can tell we are the originator of this type of product.....so while I don't claim to know it all but I'm probably a pretty good resource....Throw me any questions that you want (If you think its a dumb question or not worthy of the thread....just PM or email me. Judgment free zone).
It is my hope that we can share useful storage ideas and find products that will improve all of out storage needs as well.
NOTE: While Springtail sells products that fit in this category, at no point will I try to sell you our products. I will be glad to comment on other products strengths and weaknesses but will in no way bash them (so if we can....keep it generic). Trying to keep this thread constructive and positive
I will start off with some initial thoughts....
1) Mounting MOLLE bags to the plastic panel on the tailgate has little value.
Problem
- The space only allows for very small bags
- The MOLLE straps are very difficult to install and especially remove.
- The nature of MOLLE bags is to sag....the slots are too low on the tailgate to keep the bags from useful without obstructing when closing the door.
- Fairly obvious....Most tailgate tables have a MOLLE type grid and can be has as low as $50 on ebay. They are easy to install and will likely double your storage capacity on the tailgate. Just look for ones that are decent quality and don't rattle.
- While you get what you pay for (especially true in MOLLE), you don't have to have the top of the line bags.....but also it is best to avoid the cheapest ones. A lot of things come into play with bag quality....material thickness, sewing, zippers and general design all matter. Hint: Read the reviews....if people are bitching about tears or broken zippers, you should probably avoid at all costs.
- Since the pouch is going to spend its life in your jeep, it can be a medium quality bag easily....most expensive pouch prices are based on their ability to weather the elements.
- If it is for First Aid or recovery gear....it should be easily removable. Either a "Rip-away" style or with a removable insert.
- If it is for Batteries, Flashlights etc...it probably should be an administrative style pouch that opens up and has compartments that properly allow you to have easy access to your needs.
- First Aid bags should be bright colors and easy to find, properly packed and attention paid to heat sensitive contents (it gets very hot in cars which will ruin medications and cause gel/liquid containers to rupture).
- Bags that hold clothing, blankets or shelter gear should be at least water resistant if not water proof.
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