Lateral thinkers, need your help.
Submitted by Fisho1 on Sat, 2016-06-11 16:20
I need to come up with a way to transport 2 90cm helium balloons from spot to spot up at Quobba. Last trip we wasted to many, and I'm not keen on putting the balloon in between me and the passenger again. I was thinking cargo netting from my tool box to my tray sides, but I wasn't quite sure how to fix it down without drilling any holes(which I don't want to do).
It needs to be a secure but removable way to transport the balloons without them popping and wasting valuable gas. Cheers
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Mick71
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Try this
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/like/121340662237?lpid=107&chn=ps
it has plastic clips that can fasten anywhere there is a place
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Fisho1
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Yeah I did see them at
Yeah I did see them at Bunnings, but there wasn't anything to attach the hooks to on the toolbox side of my tray. I guess I could buy a big cargo net, but I wanted to be able to access my toolbox easily. Can't really think of any other options
Shane 23
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Not sure when you are
Not sure when you are leaving, but have you considered buying a portable helium gas bottle and filling balloons when you get there.
Just did a Google search and appears you can get them on eBay.
Not sure if cost effective.
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Fisho1
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We'll be taking helium in a
We'll be taking helium in a D or E sized bottle. It's more so the carting of the balloons from spot to spot or back to camp that I'm worried about.
Paj man
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Clamps
Only alternative I can think of atm is perhaps using the really strong clamps. If you're not going to be driving fast I think they'll hold for slow-med speed track driving, tie them to the head board and clamp the balloon at the knot?
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Fisho1
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We have tried clamps and
We have tried clamps and failed. Because of the large surface area of the balloon, even at low speeds they tent to shake violently. Plus when you know the fish are on the bite it's very hard to drive slowly haha
groverwa
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Maybe wrap the balloons
Maybe wrap the balloons individualy with bubble plastic and then wrap them in the cheap fruit tree netting from bunnings.
Strategically placed black(and do not use the white ones as they are not UV resistant) cable ties as anchor points around each balloon
netting with some kind of quick release clips (like dog leash clips) on rope to the side tiedown bars under the ute tray.
Either that or use a cheap tarp across the ute back.
Maybe palce them on a piece of foam that will go from the tool box across the ute bed and over the edge of the tray
Hope this helps.
Fisho1
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Yeah thanks, the tarp would
Yeah thanks, the tarp would probably be the best option, just wrap the balloons up an tie them down. Simple and cost effective, might go with that
meglodon
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Safety with helium and transporting it
Helium is an inert gas right, Hmmm take a look at this and think carefully how you are going to transport it.
This clip certainly surprised me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kV_YevDYIv0
resurgence
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Not helium
Almost certainly hydrogen.
crasny1
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That is Hydrogen
Helium will never explode. Hydrogen certainly will, hence why some people (rocket scientist) are playing with Hydrogen fuelled rockets.
Straight from Web: "Helium is a special gas called a Noble Gas, which means it doesn't burn. When a match is held near a helium-filled balloon, the balloon pops. That's it. But when a match is held near a hydrogen-filled balloon: BOOM! a real explosion."
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dano83
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I reckon you would be able
I reckon you would be able to hook that cargo net around the lugs the drop sides attach to.... And maybe a couple big garbage or something similar bags over the balloons would help
Deleted
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those heshian bags but the
those heshian bags but the smooth ones that wont pop the ballon, like the ones you get from supermarket,
sea-kem
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Yeah big bags like Gilly
Yeah big bags like Gilly says, that's how they transport party balloons.
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Scaly Man Fish
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Card board box
grab a couple of large packing boxes
collapse them when not in use
you could push and mould the balloon into a box when transporting
surely you can tie a box off against your crash board
dano83
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Great idea
Great idea
Fisho1
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Ok I think we have a winner.
Ok I think we have a winner. That's a great idea, safe from the wind and protects the balloons cheers
clarky29
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Why dont you just use a
Why dont you just use a cargo net and weigh it down with a few size 16 sinkers
flangies
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Might sound like a stupid
Might sound like a stupid idea but honestly a bean bag without the beans might be the way to go. It has a zipper and you could easily attach it anywhere on the Ute, clamp etc.
Troyboy
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best idea yet.
best idea yet.
ranmar850
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Run a rope
From the protective frame at the back of your cab over the tailgate, behind the toolbox, and tie tight. Use this as one side attachment for the cargo net, the other side goes to the tie rails on the other side of the ute. You can keep your ballooons under it and still have access to the toolbox.
letsgofishing
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Easy
Frankly I am suprised no one has suggested the obvious.
Get at a few more (lots) and just tie them with string all over the car and navigate the whole lot to where you are going at approx 100 ft off the ground.
Added benefit of being able to scout the fishing ground as well. LOL
Dean78
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Wrap in shade cloth
Just an idea similar to a tarp, shade cloth
eziliving
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Flat pack a couple of
Flat pack a couple of cardboard boxes and a small ratchet strap, job done!!
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Dean78
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bulky bag
1m3 bulky bag and tie handles to bar behind window
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Lateral thinking....
Go buy a drone.... Dudes in NSW did it , awesome YouTube vid of em catching long tail tuna. Just putting it out there.
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bullya78
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Maybe doona cover
Could probably get pretty cheap from sammies too!
bullya78
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Maybe doona cover
Could probably get pretty cheap from sammies too!
bullya78
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Maybe doona cover
Could probably get pretty cheap from sammies too!
bullya78
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Maybe doona cover
Could probably get pretty cheap from sammies too!
bullya78
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Maybe doona cover
Could probably get pretty cheap from sammies too!
bullya78
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Oops sorry don't post much
Oops sorry don't post much
crasny1
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we have a winner
For the most posts in a row.
LOL mate - post a few more.
I think that was funny.
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D_d_001
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seems to be a lot of votes
seems to be a lot of votes for doona ...it must work well
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LMoney
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I was thinking of a doona cover
May be able to get it cheap from Good Samaritans
Subaquatic
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Get a Haskel and recover the
Get a Haskel and recover the helium back into the Cylinder.
Gertcha
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what about the disposable
what about the disposable tank ?
http://www.ebay.com.au/bhp/helium-balloon-kit
if you don't finished it save it for the next trip ?
WSHN4FSHN
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I am going to quobba in
I am going to quobba in August and will be facing the same dilemma in my ute. The answer that I have come up with is a wool pack. They are 1200x1200x1500 approx, tough as nails yet smooth and soft. One wool pack will easily hold 2 balloons, lies flat when not in use or folds up to the size of a picnic blanket and is only $15!! I used to be a sheep farmer so I've handled a few in my time and I can guarantee they will be perfect for what you need!!
http://www.polesy.com.au/assets/Uploads/8.1NylonWoolPack3.jpg
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Fisho1
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Found something that will work
Thanks for all the ideas. I found a large bean bag case, it will fit the balloon in perfect and I'll weigh it down with ziplock bags filled with sand. It was suprisingly hat to find a big enough cardboard box but this way I won't have to worry about getting anything wet.