Veteran owned/ex-smokejumper GFC frame bag manufacturer

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Hi,

My name is Tim. I have a veteran owned small business (VOSB) out of Grand Junction, CO. I make bags, belts and other things. I learned to sew after the military when I was a smokejumper out of Boise, ID. I used to sew parachutes, jump gear, bags, chute containers and other life saving equipment.

I want to start making bags for the GFC. I do not intend to charge as much as other folks.

Thanks to the help of many contributors in this forum, I have enough data to get started on bags.

If you have any specific ideas on bag design or locations, please reply to this thread.

Standby for more and thanks again,

-Tim
GJ, CO

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Tim,

I have a V2 GFC on a 2020 Chevy Colorado Bison. As the campers are made individually for each model, I’m wondering if you’re interested in the dimensions of the camper I have (as opposed to a Tacoma). Just checking before taking all the measurements.

Cheers,

Michael

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Hey Michael,

Yes, I’ll take the information on your Chevy.

What bags would you like to have? For example; bags for the triangles, roof bags etc.

If you could, please send pictures as well so I can see how I’ll secure the bags to the frame.

Additionally, is your GFC built specifically for your make and model or for all Chevy short beds?

Thanks,
-Tim

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All Chevy Colorado short beds.

I’m thinking primarily bags for the triangles.

I’ll take some detailed measurements and put them in photoshop and send them over in the morning.

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Good deal, thanks man.

When you have the time, let me know specifically what features you are looking for in/on the bag in addition to what color you want.

Take care,
-Tim

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Will do. Look for all that info emailed to you in the morning.

I appreciate the opportunity!

Michael

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Tim, I am located on the other side of the hill from you in Fort Collins. Hopefully picking up my GFC in August for a 2019 Power Wagon. Would love to see some of your products as you make them! Do you have a website or Facebook page where we can check out your work? Always looking to support fellow Veterans!

-Tim, Fort Collins

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Hey Tim,

No FB or site yet. I’m gathering intel at this point. Its going to happen, just a matter of time. When you get your power wagon, let me know. I’ll get some bags going.

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I’m interested. I’d be happy to provide V1 Tacoma long bed measurements if you don’t already have them. Let me know and I’ll get on it for you. I don’t need a freebie, btw. Just want to purchase some frame bags that aren’t outrageously expensive.

Peace.

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Hey Sir,

Yes ill take the measurements. I do not have v1 long bed numbers yet.

The v1 is steel correct?

Thanks for the help with R and D. , I’ll have a site up soon for updates on progress.

Tim

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I’ll get on those measurements as soon as I can. I’m particularly interested in front triangle bags on either side of the front GFC window. That would be a great place for storing my clothes for a trip. Removable so they are easy to pack, then reinstall.

Peace.

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Great, no rush. Thank you.

Tim

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Love to see this aftermarket support for the campers! Keep up the good work and let me know if you’d like anything from GFC, I’d be happy to help.

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Mike,

Thanks, I’ll keep you posted. Take care.

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BigMikeOfficial could probably give you CAD drawings of what I just cobbled together with Photoshop :wink:

Let me know if I missed something in there.

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Everyone on this forum is so awesome. People going out of their way to help others is rare these days. :metal:

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Thanks for the detailed image. I have your contact information. I’m working on the site and I’ll be posting updates in there. Standby,

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This is awesome! I just emailed drawings for 2016+ Tacoma long bed.

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Received, thank you.