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Thu Nov 19, 2015 6:14 pm

Cargo net

Installing Atlee Dodge folding seats.

I need a cargo net, also what kind of cargo tie downs are available?
Want to see examples on where do you put the tie downs and net.
So any recommendations on this items are welcomed.
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Thu Nov 19, 2015 6:52 pm

Re: Cargo net

I like Brownline fittings and specifically these:

http://www.uscargocontrol.com/Ratchet-S ... ch-Piece_2

There's many logical places in a Cessna interior for mounting such things, sometimes fabricating some doublers is necessary
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 4:20 am

Re: Cargo net

Perfect , this is exactly what I was looking for.

Now need the net.
Any advice on a good cargo net?
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 7:47 am

Re: Cargo net

This is what I did with my 170...

I've had the idea of getting a cargo net for the extended baggage area for a long time now. I always planned on getting a custom one made from mountainwave aviation but I wasn't quite sure how I would mount it. Looking at the bulkhead at the forward edge of the extended baggage I noticed there was 4 pre existing holes that were in the perfect location for mounting some tiedown rings. I also stumbled upon a website that sells nets in various sizes for off road vehicles. http://www.safaristraps.com. I decided what the hell and ordered their 23.5"x23.5" net that has metal rings on each corner and 48"straps with cam buckles to secure it to whatever you want. I got it in the mail today and went out to the hangar to see how it fits in the plane. I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. I can use it as a barrier net in front of the extended baggage area, or to secure cargo to the floor and pull it tight using the straps on each corner. Not bad for $55.
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 8:04 am

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Finding tiedown rings for pre existing threaded holes in the floor was a lot harder. I did find some that Cessna made for a 10-32 thread hole and most people wanted about $50 for them, they also would not lay flush while not in use which I didn't like. There was also another place that had some nice looking rings for about $13 I believe, but I think they were only for 1/4-28" thread. All of my holes except two needed 10-32. I ended up making my own tiedown rings out of an AN-42 eyebolt, a 3/16" shackle and 4 washers for spacers for about five or six bucks each. AN-42 is for 10-32 thread (AN-3 bolt size) or you can get an AN-43 eyebolt for 1/4-28 thread (AN-4 bolt size). To slide the 3/16" shackle through the eyebolt you need to very slightly enlarge the hole with a drill.

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Fri Nov 20, 2015 8:08 am

Re: Cargo net

Halestorm wrote:I like Brownline fittings and specifically these:

http://www.uscargocontrol.com/Ratchet-S ... ch-Piece_2

There's many logical places in a Cessna interior for mounting such things, sometimes fabricating some doublers is necessary



These are nice also, I have two of these in the rear corners of my extended baggage area to attach my net. And with the Atlee Dodge seats, you can use these rings in the brownline seat track.
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 10:29 am

Re: Cargo net

I have a throw over 206 net:

https://www.mountaincanyonflying.com/pu ... /cargo.htm

I don't have a 206 anymore so it sits in a box. It's very well made.
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 10:39 am

Re: Cargo net

gbflyer wrote:I have a throw over 206 net:

https://www.mountaincanyonflying.com/pu ... /cargo.htm

I don't have a 206 anymore so it sits in a box. It's very well made.


I'm the first to extol the virtues of well-maid (typically expensive stuff) but man-o-man $700+ for that net is a bit much. For nets, I would strongly recommend folks use Mike at Mountain Wave. Yes his lead time is super long, but he is a craftsman, is very fair, and makes top shelf stuff. I have installed a couple now and they have all been well worth the wait.
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 11:13 am

Re: Cargo net

Check eBay. I got a beautiful used UPS cargo net for $15. It was probably $500 new.

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Fri Nov 20, 2015 12:10 pm

Re: Cargo net

bigrenna wrote:
gbflyer wrote:I have a throw over 206 net:

https://www.mountaincanyonflying.com/pu ... /cargo.htm

I don't have a 206 anymore so it sits in a box. It's very well made.


I'm the first to extol the virtues of well-maid (typically expensive stuff) but man-o-man $700+ for that net is a bit much. For nets, I would strongly recommend folks use Mike at Mountain Wave. Yes his lead time is super long, but he is a craftsman, is very fair, and makes top shelf stuff. I have installed a couple now and they have all been well worth the wait.


No disagreement here.

I've seen pics of your Mt Wave. Looks awful nice.
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Fri Nov 20, 2015 3:27 pm

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Mike at Mountain Wave does have long lead time. I put in my order the first part of January, and haven't seen anything yet. I'm pretty patient when it comes to quality goods, so I haven't bothered to bug him yet. Besides, he sends the net before you pay, so I'm not out anything but time. I am excited to get it eventually, however.

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Fri Nov 20, 2015 5:19 pm

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Do some measuring, then find someone that makes good nets, and tell them it's for your SUV or off road machine....... :D

If it says airplane anywhere, it'll quadruple the price or worse.

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Fri Nov 20, 2015 7:01 pm

Re: Cargo net

Go to the link I posted above. http://www.safaristraps.com/ They have several different sized nets and one of them might work for what you want.
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Sat Nov 21, 2015 9:49 am

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What I've thought about doing with my extended baggage is to have a canvas cover made to snap onto the bulkhead, or use those 1/4 turn brass fasteners, which would restrain the stuff back there but keep it hidden from prying eyes. I'm sure no one wants my old fart sack, but a takedown rifle or whatever attract the wrong kind of attention. This would also tidy up the cabin, and hopefully seal off any drafts from the tailcone too.
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Sun Nov 22, 2015 9:19 pm

Re: Cargo net

I got sticker shock looking at some of the net prices online and decided to buy a heavy duty sewing machine, webbing, and buckles and make my own. A bit of a learning curve and in the end I didn't save any money, but now I have exactly the net I need Plus the machine to make others at a later date. Not hard at all to make something functional with a bit a practice.
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Sun Nov 22, 2015 9:50 pm

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Cuidado, mi amigo.

With that kinda attitude, you might find yourself taking orders for cargo nets!
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Mon Nov 23, 2015 8:16 am

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Mojave Flyer wrote:Cuidado, mi amigo.

With that kinda attitude, you might find yourself taking orders for cargo nets!


Yeah, this place has a bad habit convincing people to go into the aviation business!
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