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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5000 Feedback: 100% (113)

Posted: 8/25/2012 4:14:40 PM [Last Edit: 8/26/2012 10:10:24 AM by Spikes08] THE IMAGE ABOVE IS A PAID ADVERTISEMENT PSA: If you are reading this, please do the following three things so we might preserve the freedoms we have left. 1. Register to vote 2. Vote 3. Join the NRA Now on to the substantive post 5k. I original saw this piece of awesomeness you see below on arfcom. I knew I had to have one. So I got in touch with Bryan at AIM and acquired some mosin crates and Laminate Stock M44s. Thanks Bryan! Now my photography equipment consisted of an IPHONE 4, so the pics are not as crisp as what you see above. Additionally, this project was a lot more work than I anticipated. First you start with a basic crate. The wood on the inside is generally in good shape, the wood on the outside; not so much. They move the crates around with forklifts so you can imagine what could go wrong. There are several places that I had to repair with wood putty. I forgot to take pics of that process. You can see here some of the wear on the outside. The undersides are where the abuse really happens. You can also see the cosmoline leaching through the wood. I went to Lowe's and got some paint matched, then painted the outside. (Apparently, the paint match guy was off a tad). I wanted to preserve the original markings so I painted around them. I considered painting the whole crate and attempting to stencil the markings back on, but that just seemed like a lot of work . Rifles came in around this time. Fresh out of the box, covered in cosmoline. Couldn't resist putting them in the crate at this point. Then couldn't resist cleaning the rifles. I used mineral spirits for the metal parts, followed by Hopps #9. For the wood, I let it sit in the hot sun and wiped off the cosmoline as it came out of the stocks. Next I decided that I wanted some feet for the table. While wandering around a surplus store with another arfcommer "M4Geek", I discovered these jewels. I took these bolts, that fit the threads of the inside of the inert grenades, and cut the bolt head off. Then I drilled holes in the bottom of the crate and glued them in. Then just add inert grenade and floor sliders on bottom of grenade. Next it was on to the lighting, then the top of the table to hold the glass. I bought the lighting at Lowe's, while I out sourced the table top to an expert . I did stain the top and install myself. Tried to hide the wires as best I could. Table was now starting to come to life!!!!!! I ordered the glass from Glass Doctor. Installed with clear caulk and screwed the two pieces of the top together. Kept all original hinges. I did add an additional hinge for a lock. Toes in for Arfcom MERCIA' and for the Paul Haters Now predicting 2 bans and lock. US Soldier Bobble-Head Dolls. Found at Hobby Lobby. Additionally I had some concern as to OPSEC. So I got a piece of shower board cut at Lowe's for less than 15.00 This is the backside. Front side. Works just like a white board. For strategic planning Thanks to arfcom and all it has given me Especially like to thank Bryan at AIM. Also, if you guys aren't reading Direct Action's monthly column in the ar15.com news letter, you are really missing out. Very well researched and written piece. Good work Joe!!! Total cost for this table some where are $275-300. Man hours=25-35 Crate from AIM (if you pick it up) $5-10 Paint-$15 Grenade feet-$7 a piece Lighting $140 Bolts-$2 Sliders-$5 Lock and hinge-$15 Glass-$50 Clear caulk-$3 Stain-$10 Screws-$5 Shower board- $15

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Pi_r_Round Cornbread r2 Team Member Joined: Jan 2011  VA, USA Posts: 1387 Feedback: 100% (1) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:18:27 PM That's pretty damn cool!
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m4pointman White Devil Team Member Joined: May 2007  AL, USA Posts: 2587 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:20:04 PM I like it.
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floater33 Member Team Member Joined: Feb 2011  MO, USA Posts: 479 Feedback: 100% (102) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:20:23 PM Well done!
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Ghetto Still alive. Team Member Joined: Dec 2004  TX, USA Posts: 16430 Feedback: 100% (239) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:20:43 PM You are tha man, great job!!
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Sawyer Tactical Nap Team Member Joined: Jul 2012  WI, USA Posts: 137 Feedback: 100% (6) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:21:26 PM real cool. that might be something to try out when I get the time and skills required.
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hsracer201 Member Team Member Joined: Jan 2007  VA, USA Posts: 2479 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:25:22 PM Well done Sir. I like it!
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bad_company Member Team Member Joined: Oct 2006  IL, USA Posts: 8 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:26:42 PM I have to say,that is one of the most awesome projects that I have seen in awhile.Nice job.
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Renegade13B Curmudgeon Life Member Joined: Jun 2006  OR, USA Posts: 15729 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:27:01 PM Awesome
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pcsutton Member ....but not a 3rd member Team Member Joined: Sep 2004  TX, USA Posts: 24045 Feedback: 100% (1) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:31:11 PM Very cool! I'd like one full of ARs.
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sab308 Member Team Member Joined: Aug 2008  AL, USA Posts: 903 Feedback: 100% (4) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:41:08 PM Originally Posted By pcsutton: Very cool! I'd like one full of ARs. This! That looks sweet. Nice project.
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lichter50 24/365 Crew Team Member Joined: May 2007  WI, USA Posts: 12554 Feedback: 100% (14) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:43:00 PM Awesome
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speedracer422 Member Team Member Joined: Jan 2004  PA, USA Posts: 12510 Feedback: 100% (9) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:50:21 PM OMG that's cool as hell! Speed
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Intelguy01 Old School Georgian...'rollin. Team Member Joined: Feb 2005  GA, USA Posts: 3543 Feedback: 100% (27) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:54:12 PM [Last Edit: 8/25/2012 4:57:03 PM by Intelguy01] That's the best 5000th post I've ever seen. ETA: I registered to vote when I moved to Georgia. I make time to vote. Still thinking about the NRA.
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VelvetJones Member Team Member Joined: Jan 2012  NV, USA Posts: 390 Feedback: 100% (1) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 4:57:11 PM Those feet are outstanding!
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bowbender7 Emu Jockey Team Member Joined: Jul 2011  MO, USA Posts: 3587 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:00:58 PM Originally Posted By bad_company: I have to say,that is one of the most awesome projects that I have seen in awhile.Nice job. I stopped fapping long enough to Look for the "like" button.
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boomhauer1234 Member Joined: Aug 2011  IL, USA Posts: 11 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:01:07 PM VERY NICE You do a GREAT job on it.
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TX_Road_Warrior Member Team Member Joined: Apr 2011  TX, USA Posts: 307 Feedback: 100% (28) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:01:26 PM Damn it I want one of those so bad!!! I hate you! Great job btw... I still hate you though.
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lowonair Member Team Member Joined: May 2009  TX, USA Posts: 2928 Feedback: 100% (50) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:05:14 PM I've never wanted that type of rifle til now.
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SFENDER Babnanas Member Team Member Joined: Sep 2002  USA Posts: 7161 Feedback: 100% (1) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:10:53 PM Very nice.
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cda97 Member Team Member Joined: Feb 2007  GA, USA Posts: 6496 Feedback: 100% (104) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:11:34 PM That turned out great! My wife would hate it
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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5002 Feedback: 100% (113) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:12:08 PM Originally Posted By derekv814: OP, do you drive a PRO4X Nissan Frontier? Nice table by the way Maybe
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sadguy Member Joined: Aug 2012  IND Posts: 9 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:12:47 PM Looks very nice, did you have to buy 20 Nagants to get that crate or someone sells the crates separately? Congrats on your 5k post
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osprey21 Known Associate Life Member Joined: Jan 2001  FL, USA Posts: 81195 Feedback: 100% (170) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:13:41 PM Nice! The only way that could be improved on is if it was full of vz.58's.
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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5003 Feedback: 100% (113) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:15:47 PM Originally Posted By sadguy: Looks very nice, did you have to buy 20 Nagants to get that crate or someone sells the crates separately? Congrats on your 5k post AIM will sell you the crates for 5-10 dollars a piece
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derekv814 LWRC FANBOI Team Member Joined: Jun 2009  AZ, USA Posts: 4142 Feedback: 100% (2) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:15:55 PM [Last Edit: 8/25/2012 5:16:23 PM by derekv814] Originally Posted By Spikes08: Originally Posted By derekv814: OP, do you drive a PRO4X Nissan Frontier? Nice table by the way Maybe I may, or may not have the exact same seats
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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5004 Feedback: 100% (113) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:16:24 PM Originally Posted By osprey21: Nice! The only way that could be improved on is if it was full of vz.58's. http://i29.tinypic.com/1611hj4.jpg Were those yours before the boating accident?
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Hammer2Fall NRA & PSA Life Member Life Member Joined: Jul 2006  PA, USA Posts: 6599 Feedback: 100% (4) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:18:29 PM [Last Edit: 8/25/2012 5:19:55 PM by Hammer2Fall] Cool. 3. Join the NRA How come you don't have an NRA icon?
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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5005 Feedback: 100% (113) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:20:27 PM Originally Posted By derekv814: Originally Posted By Spikes08: Originally Posted By derekv814: OP, do you drive a PRO4X Nissan Frontier? Nice table by the way Maybe I may, or may not have the exact same seats http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o485/MosinTable/1ba46ae1.jpg
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Angelshare1 Member Team Member Joined: Jul 2006  MN, USA Posts: 13458 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:20:36 PM Awesome, how did you levitate a beer? edit - nevermind, figured it out.
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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5006 Feedback: 100% (113) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:21:06 PM Originally Posted By Hammer2Fall: Cool. 3. Join the NRA How come you don't have an NRA icon? Good question. How do I get one? I am a member.
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wildearp Get off my lawn! Team Member Joined: Jun 2003  AZ, USA Posts: 27423 Feedback: 100% (35) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:29:30 PM Very nice!
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derekv814 LWRC FANBOI Team Member Joined: Jun 2009  AZ, USA Posts: 4144 Feedback: 100% (2) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 5:37:24 PM [Last Edit: 8/25/2012 5:38:42 PM by derekv814] wtf post..
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Posted: 8/25/2012 5:38:18 PM Originally Posted By Spikes08: Originally Posted By derekv814: Originally Posted By Spikes08: Originally Posted By derekv814: OP, do you drive a PRO4X Nissan Frontier? Nice table by the way Maybe I may, or may not have the exact same seats http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o485/MosinTable/1ba46ae1.jpg http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o485/MosinTable/Truck/864b7bf4.png http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o485/MosinTable/Truck/589ca4c9.png Knight Armor FTW!

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Posted: 8/25/2012 5:40:03 PM [Last Edit: 8/25/2012 5:42:40 PM by Hammer2Fall] Originally Posted By Spikes08: Originally Posted By Hammer2Fall: Cool. 3. Join the NRA How come you don't have an NRA icon? Good question. How do I get one? I am a member. I <<think>> you have to send an image of your member card (not redacted) to Goatboy. IM Goatboy though, as I may be forgetting the correct process. ETA: Here you go, I found the thread for you. http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_1/1233259_NRA_Program___Get_Your_Icon_.html

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Posted: 8/25/2012 6:03:50 PM Originally Posted By Hammer2Fall: Originally Posted By Spikes08: Originally Posted By Hammer2Fall: Cool. 3. Join the NRA How come you don't have an NRA icon? Good question. How do I get one? I am a member. I <<think>> you have to send an image of your member card (not redacted) to Goatboy. IM Goatboy though, as I may be forgetting the correct process. ETA: Here you go, I found the thread for you. http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_1/1233259_NRA_Program___Get_Your_Icon_.html Thanks!

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makkoo1974 Member Joined: Aug 2003  TX, USA Posts: 209 Feedback: 100% (4) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 6:18:10 PM Wow... Truly insparing post!!! That table is simpy amazing...
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MARINEORDIE Put your face on auto slap! Team Member Joined: Jul 2011  CA, USA Posts: 3389 Feedback: 0% (0) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 6:20:42 PM That is cool as fuck!!!!!!!!!!
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50cal Useful posts.....13 Team Member Joined: Nov 2000  TN, USA Posts: 18498 Feedback: 100% (89) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 6:25:28 PM The grenade feet was a pretty good idea! Outstanding table. I have a few Mosin crates in the basement............
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Spikes08 Member Team Member Joined: Jun 2008  AR, USA Posts: 5008 Feedback: 100% (113) Link To This Post	Posted: 8/25/2012 8:48:14 PM Originally Posted By 50cal: The grenade feet was a pretty good idea! Outstanding table. I have a few Mosin crates in the basement............ Are they full of goodness?
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