Modifying the LK35

[bigdtree27]

Hi all,

I'm only new as a member to the forum, but have been reading posts as a guest for some time now.

I am going through latest journey of modding an LK35.

I hope this will be an interesting one.

I will be changing the frame to an aluminium frame that will allow for more space and lighter weight (if we bushcrafters believe in this)

 

[1 shot willie]

Hi BT27

The Mods to the pack are looking good.....nice to personalise your kit to suit your particular needs and wants.
Happy you have started posting and hope you get stuck in with more input

Could you please take a minute to introduce yourself in the "Welcomes Section" tell us a little about your self and your interests.
This also gives members here the chance to welcome you to the forum

 

[bigdtree27]

Will do Willie.

Only getting started on this thread, working on the bag tonight so will update as I go along

 

[Sharpfinger]

Hi all,

I'm only new as a member to the forum, but have been reading posts as a guest for some time now.

I am going through latest journey of modding an LK35.

I hope this will be an interesting one.

I will be changing the frame to an aluminium frame that will allow for more space and lighter weight (if we bushcrafters believe in this)

Hello BT27,

Nice of you to join us.

What have you got in mind re the frame mod - just a change to ali or bespoke to your size?

 

[bigdtree27]

Got a Cobmaster aluminium frame. It fits perfectly and only set me back £20 on fleabay, pics to follow

 

[Sharpfinger]

Got a Cobmaster aluminium frame. It fits perfectly and only set me back £20 on fleabay, pics to follow

That pack looks identical to one which I used waaaay back in the ‘70s!

When you say it fits perfectly do you mean it fits the LK35 pack or fits your back measurement?

 

[Ystranc]

Apart from the colour it’s very similar to one I used the during DofE award scheme.

 

[bigdtree27]

So the LK35 pack fits the Cobmaster frame on the wider loops at top of the pack.
I'll be switching over the back spacers (pads), shoulder straps, hip belt and webbing pouches later this evening.

 

[bigdtree27]

So nearly finished last night. Still have to move over webbing pouches and make a handle for the top.

The shelf area at the bottom is great, and just what I need for carrying my hot tent stove and Pomoly Stove Hut 70 (that tent is a whole other thread in itself).

I do have an LK70 too, but found them really bulky and a bit too heavy on the base weight.

I'll try this new mod

out in two weeks and report back.

 

[1 shot willie]

Looking good so far Derek....good sized shelf to securely fit your tent ........look forward to your report and thoughts after you try it out.......plenty of pictures please

Also looking forward to seeing and hearing about the "Pomoly Stove Hut"

 

[bigdtree27]

Loaded up with Stove Hut 70 (top) and Portable Wood Stove (bottom). Nice feel to the pack

 

[Ystranc]

Loaded up with Stove Hut 70 (top) and Portable Wood Stove (bottom). Nice feel to the packView attachment 41590

What is the weight when you’re fully packed? For instance for a weekender?

 

[bigdtree27]

What is the weight when you’re fully packed? For instance for a weekender?

I'd say about the same as a Nimitz Class aircraft carrier
Not too sure, I'll be packing up fully next week, the hot tent is not something I have used before, I usually hammock.
For winter camping I would only tend to walk 15-30 mins max

 

[Oot]

Pretty sure "Woodlander" was doing some work on his lk35.....sure he will be along shortly....anyway....wish I could get the hang of lightweight camping or even days out....currently using dutch army bergen and love it

 

[bigdtree27]

Pretty sure "Woodlander" was doing some work on his lk35.....sure he will be along shortly....anyway....wish I could get the hang of lightweight camping or even days out....currently using dutch army bergen and love itView attachment 41594

Nice, I'll have to check out that bag. Lightweight usually means not hard wearing though. I use that stuff on multi-day hikes. But nothing like the heavy stuff when eating steak and having a few bevvies in the woods

 

[Oot]

Aye the dutch army bergen is a great bit of kit,unlike the brit one it's adjustable for your back and well padded,I have the 80 litre one got it recently from Goarmy in glasgow cost £60 ,nearly new condition and sure if you subscribe you get 10% off first purchase....or say Ghostman recommended you.....getting ready for tonight's forest adventure

 

[bigdtree27]

Sitting here jealous I went to the battle cruiser instead of the great outdoors. It's a seriously nice backpa for 60 squid

 

[lol]

This LK 35 (just love this pack....why?) mod with the frame is exactly the mod. (piccies elsewhere on site) I did with mine, and it saves a bit of weight but allows more stuff to be carried under the pack. Also allows the pack height relative to ones back, to be varied if required. I also put two thick webbing straps on the pack's sides, to allow a selection of side pockets to be attached if needed, but often prefer the pack without them?
Without sleeping bag and water, the pack weight is now 9 kg with some old school surplus kit and some newer stuff for a 1 night load out (14kg all up)
I have a v similar hip belt (the best mod) and original shoulder straps too, but with the addition of some velcro-on pads from Military 1st. Really, really comfy if the back length is right.........

 

[lol]

Aye the dutch army bergen is a great bit of kit,unlike the brit one it's adjustable for your back and well padded,I have the 80 litre one got it recently from Goarmy in glasgow cost £60 ,nearly new condition and sure if you subscribe you get 10% off first purchase....or say Ghostman recommended you.....getting ready for tonight's forest adventureView attachment 41596View attachment 41597

The "Sting"? bloody lovely thing. Heavy.........
All serious packs should have adjustable backs, makes such a difference!

 

[bigdtree27]

This LK 35 (just love this pack....why?) mod with the frame is exactly the mod. (piccies elsewhere on site) I did with mine, and it saves a bit of weight but allows more stuff to be carried under the pack. Also allows the pack height relative to ones back, to be varied if required. I also put two thick webbing straps on the pack's sides, to allow a selection of side pockets to be attached if needed, but often prefer the pack without them?
Without sleeping bag and water, the pack weight is now 9 kg with some old school surplus kit and some newer stuff for a 1 night load out (14kg all up)
I have a v similar hip belt (the best mod) and original shoulder straps too, but with the addition of some velcro-on pads from Military 1st. Really, really comfy if the back length is right.........

No way, glad to hear someone has similar. I took a chance not knowing if the Cobmaster would fit, but it does. It's a great mod to an aluminium frame. Cheap, effective, comfortable