So here is my gen 2 hanger. I’ve already got a few improvement ideas. Just no time to work on them yet.
1st Pic is the sleeve I created. Used EcoFlex 30. Would probably do this with Ecoflex 50 next time I need to order silicone.
2nd Pic - 1-1/4” end cap with eye bolt hanger screwed into it. Carribbeaner attached to that.
3rd Pic - Inside end cap, I think this is what helps with comfort. I fill the last 1/4 inch or so of cap with silicone. 1 to protect from Eye bolt screw 2 to provide padding.
4th Pic - The entire assembled hanger
5th Pic - Loaded out of order is inside the sleeve. I added a raised/recessed textures to improve grip and circulation. I would add more with a gen 3 model. The end looks a little rough since that was my pour line and I didnt want to cut into the silicone.
For my weight I use a gallon milk jug which now usually stays about 3/4 full. I get a chubby and roll the top sleeve back. I think hook the end cap making sure skin it pulled back and roll sleeve down.
My goal for gen 3 is to make the end cap skinnier and more custom using a hard resin I have around the house. I’d like it to be a little longer since my head is long.
Shots in action coming next. I need to start a new thread and do step by step instructions.