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MO, USA
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Posted: 7/30/2006 1:49:14 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Docsprague]
I have a Pelican 1750 with no foam, just got it used, and I order new foam for it. I would like to see some pics on how everyone sets them up, not that it is rocket science, but ideas such as how to cut slots for mags would be great.
EDIT: This thing is still going on for over 15 years and still not tacked. |
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Posted: 7/30/2006 11:52:00 AM EDT
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Posted: 7/30/2006 12:16:02 PM EDT
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agreed, how does one cut the foam so nice?
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Posted: 7/30/2006 12:26:00 PM EDT
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Patience. You need to make sure you lay everything out first. Trace all items with chalk or as
in my case, a black sharpie marker. When tracing, angle the pen in towards the object so that you are making an outline a bit smaller than the intended object; this will ensure a snug fit. There has been plenty of discussion regarding the best method of cutting the foam. It has been suggested to use an electric turkey carving knife, which does work well most of the time, however, mine died about 5 seconds in and I had to resort to a box cutter. The worst thing you can do when cutting foam is to use a sawing motion. This will leave extremely ugly, jagged edges. Make straight clean cuts using a long sharp razor such as the inserts found in box cutters. Make sure to take your time. This can not be stressed enough. The slower you go, the better the end result. If you decide cutting the foam yourself is not for you, or you simply want a professional job, there are services out there that will cut to your specifications. They aren't cheap, but you get what you pay for.  Here is one such service for reference: CaseCad |
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Posted: 7/30/2006 3:22:41 PM EDT
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JT thanks for the good info, while I believe you that theres been discussion on here on how to cut foam. Ive never seen one, so your info was really helpful! CaseCad seems like a nice nitch company IF i ever saw one. |
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AL, USA
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Posted: 7/30/2006 5:26:39 PM EDT
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Here is my Pelican 1700
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TX, USA
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Posted: 7/30/2006 7:46:57 PM EDT
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I believe someone mentioned freezing the foam will allow you to have a nicer cut.
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GA, USA
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Posted: 7/30/2006 8:12:16 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MadDogDan]
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Here is an old picture. I have changed things around and need to get more foam and do it all over again.
MadDog  
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Posted: 7/30/2006 8:16:57 PM EDT
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Here's my 1750.. I used an electric carving knife - piece of cake! Freezing the foam does help, especially if you're cutting it with a razor. Definately take your time - the end result is worth it!
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Posted: 7/30/2006 9:32:41 PM EDT
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This is something I want to do for a few of my rifles, where are you guys buying the Pelican or Stormcase products, any deep discounters selling online?
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AL, USA
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Posted: 7/31/2006 1:02:24 AM EDT
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Posted: 7/31/2006 1:17:29 AM EDT
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We have Pelican Cases in the EE for sale.
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Posted: 7/31/2006 1:34:49 AM EDT
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I have one of these on order for my new 15" Macbook Pro. I'm thinking about camoing it.
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SC, USA
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Posted: 7/31/2006 7:22:07 AM EDT
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6.8mm 16" Carbine. The case is a Pelican 1720.
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Posted: 7/31/2006 7:55:10 AM EDT
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I have a case sitting at home that I need to get around to cutting. Even went out and bought an electric knife for it.
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Posted: 7/31/2006 7:55:18 AM EDT
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BTW - if you have access to a bandsaw, they work great for cutting foam.
That's what the pros use - that and hot knives, water jet cutters, CNC cutters, etc... 
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Posted: 7/31/2006 9:33:29 AM EDT
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How do you do it with a bandsaw? I assume you have to make an insertion cut from the outside and then connecting cuts from one hole to the other? |
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Posted: 7/31/2006 9:36:03 AM EDT
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*real* cushions are typically built up with layers and pieces. These are glued together. You can buy 3M #77 spray adhesive at home depot, which is equivalent to the glue that foam shops use. I just design cushions, I don't figure out how to build them, so I can't really say what all you can do with a band saw. Also, for round holes - you can make a pipe cutter - just sharpen the end of a pipe |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 8/1/2006 4:17:55 PM EDT
[Last Edit: swenis]
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This was my first attempt at outlining case foam. It turned out fairly well. My only mistake was not keeping the carving knife perfectly perpendicular to the foam.
Pelican 1700 
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MO, USA
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Posted: 8/3/2006 7:41:52 PM EDT
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Well I got it finished, this is what my 1750 end up looking like. Hopefully I left enough room for future optic changes.
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Posted: 9/18/2006 11:38:26 PM EDT
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What's the black round thing? Dessicant? |
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Posted: 9/19/2006 12:06:18 AM EDT
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Bottom left? Surefire spares holder |
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Posted: 9/19/2006 12:52:11 AM EDT
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Posted: 9/23/2006 11:24:39 AM EDT
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BTT
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Posted: 9/23/2006 12:35:27 PM EDT
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Great thread!
HS1 |
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Posted: 9/24/2006 11:46:47 PM EDT
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Here is my Pelican 1700
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Posted: 9/27/2006 4:16:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: perimedik]
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A pelican 1200 hold ten 30 rounders or eight 30 rounders and four 20 rounders perfectly!
Just throw a silica pack in there and it's already air and water tight. Older pic (sorry) but you get the idea. 
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Posted: 9/30/2006 3:13:28 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/3/2006 11:33:25 AM EDT
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This is the ultimate pic for me. Thanks! I should have my 16" 6.8 upper in the mail today! This pic is just what I needed. Thanks! and nice looking weapon! |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/26/2006 9:10:43 AM EDT
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Can you see how many AK mags can fit in that same case?...... |
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Posted: 12/13/2006 11:07:02 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2006 11:12:58 PM EDT
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I should get a pelican case.
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Posted: 12/13/2006 11:16:11 PM EDT
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Beautiful set up.....Welcome to AR15.com |
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Posted: 12/18/2006 5:15:10 PM EDT
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Question for all you Pelican owners out there; is cutting the foam really necessary?
I flew out to KS last month for some pheasant hunting, took my O/U and a Rem 870 in my new 1720; didn't cut the foam at all. Seemed to work just fine. So what's the problem with just leaving the foam as-is? Not cool enough? Potential case/rifle damage? Inquiring minds want to know... |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 12/18/2006 5:46:53 PM EDT
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I think cutting the foam is critical as the guns can, if the case drop hard enough, slide between the uncut layers of the foam possible banging into each other if there are multiple items in the case. JMHO.
 My 3-gun setup in my 1750 Pelican case. RRA AR-15 Coyote Rifle Browning BPS Stalker Springfield Armory XD-40 Tactical mcb |
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Posted: 12/18/2006 7:25:07 PM EDT
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Not to mention it kicks ass on the cool factor. Pardon my lack of research but I too am looking for a Pelican case. Do they sell foam to go with the case or is this aftermarket foam? Also what size would work for a 16" carbine? It looks as though a 1750 would suffice nicely for a 20" AR?
Daryn |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 12/21/2006 1:22:29 AM EDT
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If you store your carbine with the stock closed then a 1700 will work. I keep my stock in the middle range so I ordered a 1720 to make room. |
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Posted: 12/21/2006 6:59:15 PM EDT
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1700, 1720, or a 1750 would work for a 16" carbine. I have a 1720 for my 16" carbine, that I ordered from kblagg @ Ballistic Sounds. Most Pelican cases come with foam, though you can purchase without. You can also purchase the foam by itself. My case is cut for my carbine and a bunch of mags. No pictures, cause my camera is very shitty, and you wouldn't be able to pick the black rifle out from the dark grey background. The case is cut for 6 20 round mags and 4 30 round mags. I'm going to get new foam here in not too long and cut it for my carbine and my 1911, and store the mags seperate. The new foam will come after the new buttstock for the rifle. |
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USA
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Posted: 12/30/2006 12:02:54 AM EDT
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Just got a new 1750 tonight, thanks for all the pics and ideas.
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Posted: 1/17/2007 1:31:57 AM EDT
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Just Finished this up tonight. I'm Pretty Happy.
 
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USA
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Posted: 1/21/2007 7:43:12 PM EDT
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Are the Pelican/Storm cases acceptable for storage as well as transportation? The foam makes me nervous about corrosion, anyone use their's for storage? I'd like to use one for gun safe overflow.
Thanks! |
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Posted: 1/21/2007 7:54:23 PM EDT
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No, dont store guns in the cases.
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MD, USA
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Posted: 1/29/2007 8:28:51 PM EDT
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The picture seems to have dissapeared, any chance of re-hosting it? I'd like to see what it looks like. |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 1/29/2007 11:41:20 PM EDT
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Here's a couple of mine with 10 thirty rounders in them. Don't have the 20round mags though. And sorry about the crappy pic.  -X 
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MD, USA
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Posted: 1/30/2007 10:33:05 AM EDT
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Thanks, that's awesome!
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Posted: 1/30/2007 10:53:08 AM EDT
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Nice cases! Now I have to go and spend more money...
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Posted: 2/3/2007 11:26:38 PM EDT
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Does Pelican make a gun case with egg crate foam on both sides? Quite frankly, I think cutting foam to fit one gun is stupid if you have multiple firearms and want to use the same case.
Can anybody help me out? |
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Posted: 2/3/2007 11:35:59 PM EDT
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1700 case works great with a 16" Carbine with the stock closed, or a 14.5" with perm phantom with stock open.
1750 case is a huge bitch! |
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Posted: 2/3/2007 11:37:39 PM EDT
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I've got rifles stored in Pelican cases for years with no corrosion problems. But i live in the desert southwest. |
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Posted: 2/4/2007 12:57:41 PM EDT
[Last Edit: HighStrung1]
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Gotcha.  www.casesbypelican.com/1700G.htm  |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 2/4/2007 2:17:01 PM EDT
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This is my 1720 case. This is my personal patrol rifle that I keep in the trunk of my patrol car. I'll be adding an EOtech at a later time. I had to set up this case to allow for a quick grab and go of the rifle. Single point sling rolled up. Also, if you are wondering, the yellow thing in the case is a safety block that you insert into the mag well and stick ups thru the ejection port. We use these when we train at the range so I keep it handy. It is a great way of making sure that the rifle is absolutely safe.
 
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