Making my own "raingler" nets - Page 10

Dusty5150 · 03-31-2009, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by tjsahara1979

I tried it last night with a little home stapler. Worked PERFECT. Went right through and held, but was very easy to remove and didnt leave a mark.

Awesome idea!!!

yeah I tried this last night as well, had to add some rings and straps to my rear overhead net .. worked great!

starting the front overhead tonight, keep ya posted

DieselDog69 · 03-31-2009, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by tjsahara1979

You know, I honestly thought raingler was overpriced when I started this. Now, after having done it myself, I can TOTALLY understand why they cost so much. While the materials are cheap, the labor is ridiculous. Kind of like replacing a throwout bearing. $20 part, $900 in labor.

Thanks BTW for the compliment

No, Thank YOU for the compliment! I'm the Raingler guy and I think you did a pretty sharp job myself!

rikkards · 04-01-2009, 05:03 AM

I was going to say something similar but couldn't think of anything that wouldn't come across like a jerk but I think you nailed it.

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Originally Posted by tjsahara1979

You know, I honestly thought raingler was overpriced when I started this. Now, after having done it myself, I can TOTALLY understand why they cost so much. While the materials are cheap, the labor is ridiculous. Kind of like replacing a throwout bearing. $20 part, $900 in labor.

Thanks BTW for the compliment

Orestes · 04-01-2009, 08:03 AM

Quick question; I was a trimmer (automobile upholsterer) years ago. It think you're doing an awesome job, but the one flag that it throws up is the thread. What kind of thread are you using? I can't remember all the specs, but I do remember our machines used a much heavier thread for industrial sewing, I don't beleive it was 100% cotton either. You may be good to go with whatever you're using, but it's worth a little research to make sure whatever thread you're using will stand up to the long term abuse before you start making anymore.

Regardless, nice job! It's inspired me to consider doing the same.

tjsahara1979 · 04-01-2009, 09:06 AM

I've been using a 100% polyester outdoor fabric woven thread. It's STRONG. 3 interlaced threads. I can't break it with my hands.

Dusty5150 · 04-01-2009, 09:18 AM

I used the same thread ... although my old machine doesn't like it very much, it's strong as hell! I tried the netting out like a hammock and it held my fat arse noooo problem

side note to the OP .. if you have leftover pieces of strap here's a use for 'em .. whipped up a set of 4 of these last night in about 4 hours .. way better than the super stretchy factory junk

Orestes · 04-01-2009, 11:23 AM

Awesome guys! Keep at it, they look great. I've got a Doberman that loves to run around with us, this is definitely going on my list of do-it-myself mods this summer.

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Originally Posted by tjsahara1979

I've been using a 100% polyester outdoor fabric woven thread. It's STRONG. 3 interlaced threads. I can't break it with my hands.

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Originally Posted by Dusty5150

I used the same thread ... although my old machine doesn't like it very much, it's strong as hell! I tried the netting out like a hammock and it held my fat arse noooo problem

side note to the OP .. if you have leftover pieces of strap here's a use for 'em .. whipped up a set of 4 of these last night in about 4 hours .. way better than the super stretchy factory junk

chorndawg · 05-06-2009, 09:36 PM

Finally finished my nets for the Jeep and dog. The side nets lasted approx. 3 1/2 minutes. He ate right thru them. My brother suggested rebar for the next set. Oh well, they looked awesome for a little while. LOL

tjsahara1979 · 06-17-2009, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by chorndawg

Finally finished my nets for the Jeep and dog. The side nets lasted approx. 3 1/2 minutes. He ate right thru them. My brother suggested rebar for the next set. Oh well, they looked awesome for a little while. LOL

I never even saw this!

What kind of dog do you have?!? I have a doberman/rottie mix and she cant get through it lol. You must have a bear!

*Update*

I'm making a set for a girl that's in NOVAjeepers with me. She has an all black JK and wants the nets to be PINK with black stitching. Not what I'd want personally but definitely unique!

I'll post pics when I'm done with them. I'm still waiting on the webbing to be shipped.

flyfishnjeep · 06-30-2009, 02:58 PM

the nets look good!im almost done working on a set for my YJ but mine will look more like these. http://www.bigboyjeep.com/wrangler-netting-kit-p-8302.html

tjsahara1979 · 06-30-2009, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by flyfishnjeep

the nets look good!im almost done working on a set for my YJ but mine will look more like these. http://www.bigboyjeep.com/wrangler-netting-kit-p-8302.html

Look nice! I ended up going with the 2" webbing in the rear. Its a lot easier and faster to sew.

Post pics when you're done!

BTW, here's a pic of the pink set I started

tjsahara1979 · 07-13-2009, 01:05 PM

Made a few sets for JKs. MY buddy Ryan's jeep:

And the pink set I made for my friend Michelle:

**aztec_doc** · 09-03-2009, 11:31 PM

Gonna hit this head on. Gonna attempt to make my own net tomorrow. Gonna start with the side netting. Thank you for the advise on ebay website.

tjsahara1979 · 09-04-2009, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by aztec_doc

Gonna hit this head on. Gonna attempt to make my own net tomorrow. Gonna start with the side netting. Thank you for the advise on ebay website.

No prob at all! The ebay company is GREAT. Very nice people and their prices are really hard to beat.

Post up some pictures when you're done!

Rynoman27 · 02-28-2010, 05:36 PM

Tjsahara you still around? Im looking into doing this myself and had a few questions.
Did your sewing machine work fine? How many feet/yards of fabric did you use? How is it holding up?