air ram to fold roof lights down

Post by **daz4b** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 7:39 pm

hi after some info on how to set up air ram to fold down roof lights please,do i need a air tank for volume,any pictures off light bar would be great thanks darren

Post by **BundyRumandCoke** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 7:43 pm

Not specifically air rams, but a comp truck a mate has is fitted with a gas strut to keep the lights up, and when he wants to lay them down, pulls then down against the strut pressure and holds them down with a catch mechanism.

Post by **PJ.zook** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 7:46 pm

http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/ftopic118834.php

http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/ftopic176601.php

Post by **daz4b** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 8:02 pm

thanks for that daz

Post by **Kingston_99** » Fri Aug 21, 2009 10:40 am

anyone got more info on this set up?

Post by **bru21** » Fri Aug 21, 2009 11:00 am

baja designs make an electric unit that is self contained like a window winder mechanism.

pnumatics are dear for what they are - ram $70, fittings $6ea, tube $10, switch $120 etc assuming you have a comp. already.

its pretty dear - I just noticed!

https://www.bajadesigns.com/NET/C-161/R ... CCESSORIES

Post by **turbogu** » Fri Aug 21, 2009 1:24 pm

cox ride on mower used to do a model called a super nova, it had an electric deck lift on it which used a little 12v ram that looks very very similar to the baja one on that link, last time i priced one it was some where between 250-300,

It would be more than strong enough for a light rack cause the decks on those are not light weight, alot of other higher end ride on mowers run electric deck lifts to, might be food for thought for some of you guys chasing that sort of thing

Any cox agent should be able to get one for you

cheers sean

Post by **Weiner** » Fri Aug 21, 2009 4:03 pm

bigpatrol89 wrote:cox ride on mower used to do a model called a super nova, it had an electric deck lift on it which used a little 12v ram that looks very very similar to the baja one on that link, last time i priced one it was some where between 250-300,

It would be more than strong enough for a light rack cause the decks on those are not light weight, alot of other higher end ride on mowers run electric deck lifts to, might be food for thought for some of you guys chasing that sort of thing

Any cox agent should be able to get one for you

cheers sean

Cheaper here

http://www.firgelliauto.com.au/

Post by **turps** » Fri Aug 21, 2009 7:53 pm

bru21 wrote:baja designs make an electric unit that is self contained like a window winder mechanism.

pnumatics are dear for what they are - ram $70, fittings $6ea, tube $10, switch $120 etc assuming you have a comp. already.

its pretty dear - I just noticed!

https://www.bajadesigns.com/NET/C-161/R ... CCESSORIES

They look good. But at $514US plus P&H. Pneumatic ram is looking really nice.

Post by **shortyq** » Sat Aug 22, 2009 12:38 am

turps wrote:
bru21 wrote:baja designs make an electric unit that is self contained like a window winder mechanism.

pnumatics are dear for what they are - ram $70, fittings $6ea, tube $10, switch $120 etc assuming you have a comp. already.

its pretty dear - I just noticed!

https://www.bajadesigns.com/NET/C-161/R ... CCESSORIES
They look good. But at $514US plus P&H. Pneumatic ram is looking really nice.

but then you need a tank and compressor!

Post by **turps** » Mon Aug 24, 2009 11:28 am

shortyq wrote:
turps wrote:
bru21 wrote:baja designs make an electric unit that is self contained like a window winder mechanism.

pnumatics are dear for what they are - ram $70, fittings $6ea, tube $10, switch $120 etc assuming you have a comp. already.

its pretty dear - I just noticed!

https://www.bajadesigns.com/NET/C-161/R ... CCESSORIES
They look good. But at $514US plus P&H. Pneumatic ram is looking really nice.
but then you need a tank and compressor!

What you dont have a compressor for tyre inflation or for lockers.
I would say a very large % of people that would like to have a light bar for anything other than looks will have a compressor and tank. So no issue for me.

I aint saying there crap or no good. I actually checked the other link and think there is a need fro more research. As it would be a nice neat install. But those Baja ones are $400us more than the ones from that other link. I am guessing they are selling them at that price, cos thats what people will pay to make there wanna be prerunner look cool.

Post by **1MadEngineer** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:54 pm

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/24Vdc-Linear-Act ... 286.c0.m14

Post by **aussie_stu** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 3:34 pm

how would that run with 12 volt? does it just slow down or will it damage the motor?

Post by **VooDoo** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 6:07 pm

Electronic actuators can be used and are easy to setup

http://www.oz8.org/gallery/albums/Engin ... G_0565.mov

Thats my tail light with a hidden fuel cap going in behind it (HSV GTO Show car)

A similar item can be used for the light bar to raise or lower it and can be wired in to the switch. You could also setup a similar setup on a single spotlight and a small joystick to remotely aim the light pretty easy.

Post by **Kingston_99** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 6:57 pm

VooDoo wrote: http://www.oz8.org/gallery/albums/Engin ... G_0565.mov

thats so farkin cool

Post by **macca81** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 8:45 pm

Kingston_99 wrote:
VooDoo wrote: http://www.oz8.org/gallery/albums/Engin ... G_0565.mov
thats so farkin cool

xareallyreallybignumber+1

Post by **VooDoo** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 10:51 pm

Ta guys, if you want to have a look at the build up go here

http://trackchat.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=2933

I sorta got carried away detailing it and it should be ready for the Summernats Elite Hall in Jan. My 4x4 was purchased to tow it to shows (although ill still drive it and race @ QLD raceway) but ive sorta been bitten by this camping bug lately too.

Pity there isnt a "other rides" section here.

Post by **v840** » Wed Aug 26, 2009 10:39 am

VooDoo wrote: Pity there isnt a "other rides" section here.

http://carl.outerlimits4x4.com/forum29.php

It's got threads on Kia Sportages in there and they have to be nearly as capable as a Commodore offroad.

Post by **VooDoo** » Wed Aug 26, 2009 6:51 pm

Yes but how many would want to see a HSV GTO Build up thread? Im sure most here are into 4x4's not sports coupes.

Post by **Mudzuki** » Tue Sep 01, 2009 4:21 pm

Big O 4x4 posted these on the Patrol forum this morning

Post by **GETNHI** » Tue Sep 01, 2009 8:04 pm

Nice Work Big "O"

Post by **Simonc3** » Tue Sep 01, 2009 10:58 pm

Thats bloody MINT!

Post by **Mudzuki** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 11:08 am

Quick question for you all.

What amount of force are the actuators used in these applications?

Looking to keep it compact, so a short stroke actuator that will apply 90kg dynamic force. Do you think this will be sufficient?

Post by **oondy** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 8:54 am

I was about to put some pics up then saw those ones.....it works a treat. All controlled by a single pneumatic switch on the centre console - no solenoids to make it complicated.

cheers

OONDY

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