Grenadier Utility Belt Bracket for RotoPax Container

[LeonD]

I was looking for a RotoPax gas container solution for extended off-road travel to give me a little more range. I didn't want to mount it on the roof, the rear, or on the back window molle panels. I had Scott from Scott's Welding and Machine Shop (Virginia) build me a bracket for the utility belt. I'm really pleased with the result. If interested, send an inquiry to Scott at https://scottsweldingandmachine.com/ Cool dude who does very nice work. As a side note, I had a very hard time finding anyone who would give me the time of day to do small jobs. Scott did not hesitate, contacted me, we have worked on two projects thus far for the Grenadier, and I think he is really enjoying it to.

 

[Krabby]

Carrying gasoline on the outside of the vehicle (onroad) brings with it some inherent dangers - I'm not sure I'd want it strapped on the door with just it separating us. Not trying to be a hater - I'm coming at it from a safety mindset.

edit - just reread your post for offroad use

 

[84-4runner]

looks good I might trim some of the attachment bolts just to be safe. They look close but it could just be the pictures

 

[LeonD]

Carrying gasoline on the outside of the vehicle (onroad) brings with it some inherent dangers - I'm not sure I'd want it strapped on the door with just it separating us. Not trying to be a hater - I'm coming at it from a safety mindset.

edit - just reread your post for offroad use

Agreed (onroad use). Another option for RotoPax water containers.

 

[LeonD]

looks good I might trim some of the attachment bolts just to be safe. They look close but it could just be the pictures

Agreed, the bolts are the cheap Amazon L bracket ones. I don't have much confidence in them, but its what I had available. Just order the L-Track Double Lug Threaded stud fittings at USCC https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/l-track-double-lug-threaded-stud-fitting

 

[202Overland]

Thanks, I'm in Maryland I will reach out to Scott.

 

[202Overland]

The bracket is universal, you used it with a rotopax mount, but it seems you can place any mount on the bracket? I'm thinking the RhinoRack utility holder https://www.rhinorack.com/en-us/pro...-it-utility-holder-regular-with-zwifloc_rsit2 could be placed on the bracket to mount a shovel?

 

[parb]

Are the doors and the belts strong enough for this much weight? Especially with lateral forces bouncing the car around?

 

[255/85]

I noticed Dirtbox Overland has some fuel and water containers on the doors of their Grenadier. I don't know about the strength of the attachment points though.

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Correction: Here's the page from the owner's manual...

 

[202Overland]

Looks like Dirtbox Overland is using the 2 gallon water rotopax container. Interesting that the container is forward on the door closer to the hinges, more strength? 2 gallons of water is about 17 pounds, with weight distributed between the top rail and lower utility hook.

Looks like Leon has the 3 gallon gas container? 19 pounds of fuel distributed between the top utility rail and lower utility hook.

Front door upper utility rail at 22.05 pounds and lower utility hook at 11 pounds. Thoughts?

 

[202Overland]

I was looking at the WW2 British SAS desert raid vehicles (I think 109 Land Rover), they just mounting everything on those vehicles!

 

[parb]

I noticed Dirtbox Overland has some fuel and water containers on the doors of their Grenadier. I don't know about the strength of the attachment points though.

Dirtbox Overland

"Welcome to Dirtbox Overland, your go-to destination for overlanding and off-road enthusiasts! Explore the rugged world of adventure with our Canopy Camper and Flatbed Camper systems. Join us as we dive into the off-road lifestyle, gear reviews, and epic journeys that will fuel your wanderlust...

www.youtube.com

Correction: Here's the page from the owner's manual...

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I wonder if that is static or dynamic load. Static I think would be fine, it's the bouncing I worry about.