Author Topic: Any smitty sleds this year? (Read 32499 times)

smitty0312 · « **on:** Oct 23, 2013, 09:38 AM »

Hey guys, I haven't been here for awhile, but, let's see some pics of those smitty sleds being built, ice will be here before we know it. Here's the link to the thread that started it all.... http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=103927.0 Thanks as always.

sig · « **Reply #1 on:** Oct 23, 2013, 10:27 AM »

hers my latest model

smitty0312 · « **Reply #2 on:** Oct 25, 2013, 11:49 AM »

That looks "sweet"...

Sportsman44 · « **Reply #3 on:** Oct 25, 2013, 08:01 PM »

Here is my version of the Smitty Sled -

The roof racks remove from the skis via wing nuts.
I switch to 6 foot skis , to pull my Yukon.
No side to side movement. No front to back movement b/c of the straps.
All straps are adjusted via cam buckle for ease of use.

Thanks Smitty !

Coffin Dodger · « **Reply #4 on:** Oct 25, 2013, 08:38 PM »

Great job with the car top, Sportsman.

SnoHam13 · « **Reply #5 on:** Oct 26, 2013, 06:11 PM »

impressive out fits
got about half way threw the main thread and loaded with ideas

just gota figger out a platform for our jeep wrangler using the Reese hitch
the F250 eats too much gas

SnoHam13

sig · « **Reply #6 on:** Oct 27, 2013, 11:31 AM »

Modified sled with push bar from old lawn mower, great for downhill to the lake or running on slick surface, still use pull rope though.

wipike · « **Reply #7 on:** Oct 27, 2013, 03:39 PM »

Great looking sleds so far!

Just got another set of skis this last weekend, need to make another SS for the Kenai (aka, "Pulls-Like-A-Brick"), the bro in law stole my old one for his pop-up!

skavenger · « **Reply #8 on:** Oct 27, 2013, 05:33 PM »

Oh my I dig the lawn mower handle for pushing! I wonder if the wife will miss the handle from the mower over the winter? I better just go and find one!

wiredstone · « **Reply #9 on:** Oct 27, 2013, 05:39 PM »

This is last years

sig · « **Reply #10 on:** Oct 27, 2013, 05:42 PM »

I picked up the mower handle bar for my sled from a small engine repair shop for $10. any small engine shop that repairs mowers should have old parts.

iceman1267 · « **Reply #11 on:** Nov 07, 2013, 05:47 PM »

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take it off the skis and attach to sled for long hauls

fishNdisc · « **Reply #12 on:** Nov 07, 2013, 08:21 PM »

Just wondering if hockeyboy has tried his rig out yet? Looks like he's ready to go! My first one was very unstable at that height and ending up in pieces after the first hill. I've noticed that height clearance isn't as important as stability. Just trying to give you a heads up.

Corndog · « **Reply #13 on:** Nov 07, 2013, 08:41 PM »

Here are some pics of the one I just completed..I post more pics and info on the original thread...

kl3377 · « **Reply #14 on:** Nov 07, 2013, 09:23 PM »

I made this to help out with my Clam Nanook when the glare ice is gone. I also put runners on the Nanook this summer. I decided to make it when I saw some free skis at the transfer station one weekend.

1 - 8' 1" aluminum square tubing
4 - free azek deck samples 6" from lumber yard
12 - 5" GRK 5/16" screws
4 - square plastic end caps
4 - 3 1/2" 5/16" stainless steel bolts, lock washers, nuts
4 - 1/4" stainless eyebolts
6 feet of non skid 1" tape

I notched out the azek so the tubing fit snug, then drilled a hole in the center. I cut the heads off the stainless bolts and rounded them off with a grinder and bolted them to the square tubing. It was a bit tricky getting the lock nuts on but a wire hanger helped a bunch. Very light and will hopefully save me cardiac event on the ice this winter. The Nanook makes a better anchor than anything else when the snow is deep. I also replaced the bolts that hold my swivel seats in with clevis pins to lighten the load if necessary I can use lawn type chairs (much lighter).

iceman1267 · « **Reply #15 on:** Nov 08, 2013, 09:47 AM »

Quote from: fishNdisc on Nov 07, 2013, 08:21 PM

Just wondering if hockeyboy has tried his rig out yet? Looks like he's ready to go! My first one was very unstable at that height and ending up in pieces after the first hill. I've noticed that height clearance isn't as important as stability. Just trying to give you a heads up.

I am a little concerned about the height as well. Its all welded steel tubing so it will stay together but may be very tippy, I originally built this for my snowmobile and added the ski to it hope it works if not ill go back to old pull sled.

ByteN2it · « **Reply #16 on:** Nov 09, 2013, 10:10 AM »

Here's my 1st attempt-the SX-1 (Smitty Experiment 1) It has a few bugs that need to be worked out but it should make hauling that flat bottom tub a bit easier.

jrjach75 · « **Reply #17 on:** Nov 15, 2013, 03:53 PM »

Just got done with mine, I had a million ideas but decided to keep it simple and add in or modify later if I need to.

I had some stainless steel brackets I used to keep my suitcase style shelter in the sled so I don't have to solely rely on strapping it down. The cpvc pipe in the back is just there as an anchor point, I plan to use a Rubbermaid tub on top of the sled.

Here it is loaded with the shanty:

Thanks to Smitty for the ideas, and the suggestions on local places to find some skis. I still need to add the rope and eye bolts, but even then I should still be under $20.

JimQ · « **Reply #18 on:** Nov 15, 2013, 04:01 PM »

I was just looking at Eskimo's website. Google Eskimo Lake Runner. Pretty cool.

Hey Smitty, I think someone was watching...

Q

OldSailor · « **Reply #19 on:** Nov 15, 2013, 04:58 PM »

Here's a link. Pretty spendy!!

http://moreoutdoor4u.com/15575eskimolakerunnertowableutilityhaulerflipmo2quickflip3.aspx

ran7ger · « **Reply #20 on:** Nov 15, 2013, 05:00 PM »

lol @ $900 smitty sled...that's ridiculous.

OldSailor · « **Reply #21 on:** Nov 15, 2013, 05:02 PM »

Quote from: ran7ger on Nov 15, 2013, 05:00 PM

lol @ $900 smitty sled...that's ridiculous.

Only $700!! It was that auger that was $900!!

lefty2053 · « **Reply #22 on:** Nov 15, 2013, 05:23 PM »

Quote from: OldSailor on Nov 15, 2013, 04:58 PM

Here's a link. Pretty spendy!!
http://moreoutdoor4u.com/15575eskimolakerunnertowableutilityhaulerflipmo2quickflip3.aspx

That includes the Flip mO 3 with it. I wonder what they are asking for just the sled?

Ooops that is just the sled.

SnoHam13 · « **Reply #23 on:** Nov 27, 2013, 01:20 PM »

got mine put together last night 1x6 flat boards torx screwed to 8'' 2x6 riser blocks then fastened to the Ski's
2 coats of JPW on the Ski's and WOW does it slide,no resistance at all

Thank you Smitty for sharing this idea,gona make moving gear much easier

SnoHam13

osiris · « **Reply #24 on:** Nov 28, 2013, 08:40 AM »

I built one about a week ago and have decided I should have built it a few yrs ago

MLRTYM · « **Reply #25 on:** Nov 28, 2013, 10:38 AM »

Just finished it this Monday. Thanks Smitty!

Nightbird · « **Reply #26 on:** Nov 28, 2013, 10:50 AM »

Quote from: OldSailor on Nov 15, 2013, 04:58 PM

Here's a link. Pretty spendy!!
http://moreoutdoor4u.com/15575eskimolakerunnertowableutilityhaulerflipmo2quickflip3.aspx

Eskimo should be sending Smitty royalties.

Corndog · « **Reply #27 on:** Nov 28, 2013, 11:44 AM »

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Just finished it this Monday. Thanks Smitty!

NICE JOB!!

twincities86 · « **Reply #28 on:** Dec 02, 2013, 07:06 PM »

Built my first smitty sled last night on a last minute thought and put it to use today. Works so much better with the skies. Pulled my gear and had my girlfriend ride in the back the hole time and could barely notice any difference.

Corndog · « **Reply #29 on:** Dec 02, 2013, 07:08 PM »

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Built my first smitty sled last night on a last minute thought and put it to use today. Works so much better with the skies. Pulled my gear and had my girlfriend ride in the back the hole time and could barely notice any difference.[/[/b]quote]

SWEET!!! Well done son!

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