Yellow Pelican 1510 with Modifications
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 มิ.ย. 2016
- Here's my yellow Pelican 1510 and all the modifications I did to it as well as links if you want to do any of the things I did to my case.
Click Show More to find all the links I used.
Custom Colored Cases (The Pelican Cases Are Us does not appear to exist anymore or they changed their name. Check out this dealer on eBay for cool colors.)
www.ebay.com/str/worldcasecom...
Black Latches and Handles for 1510
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Replacement Wheels
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Pin Punch Set for replacing wheels, handles, and latches.
www.amazon.com/TuffMan-Tools-...
TrekPak for 1510
trekpak.com/pelican-1510/
Extra Pins and Dividers for TrekPak
trekpak.com/accessories/
Handle Extender (Original link no longer working but you can find it here)
www.ebay.com/itm/133866569116
Finally someone made a video and review about a case I recently purchased. Great video by the way. Your attention to detail throughout the whole review is on point. Thanks 👍
Wow that is really a nice case I'm soon going to be buying some high-end Tech and then looking for a really nice carry-on case as such and this is definitely going to be my primary EDC... Thank you all so so much for the links in the description!!!
Nice job with the explanations and links to everything. Thanks!
Wow! What a nice review. This is the way to do it, with links!!
Fantastic overview, man. Thank you.
Thank you!
I would turn that into a gaming pc.
What a nice looking case
Good advice. Just set mine up. Handle extension will be next.
I just did the exact same build. Thank you for the absolutely fantastic review -- truly. I was trying to choose between the 1510 -- and the 1535 -- and ONLY went with the 1510 based on your review. I'm on the plane now for it's maiden voyage and everything is absolutely fantastic. Can't say thank you enough -- I will be hitting subscribe.
Thanks man! Let me know how you like everything, I just got off my first trip and loved the case!
Absolutely. 5 flights this week -- so far so good. No issues with it fitting. I went with Tan so that there wasn't a subconscious association with firearms when people look at it. Also worth noting -- I don't have my lid organizer yet, but was able to fit 5 days worth of clothes -- and two pairs of shoes with no issues. This includes two pairs of jeans, two pairs of shorts, 3 button up shirts, 3 polos, 3 t-shirts, and 4 undershirts. If someone can't fit your stuff in this case -- they need to pack less stuff, haha. Thanks again and have a good one!
I really like the tan case from my other review. I would have gone with that if I didn't find yellow. It looks awesome if you throw some matte black decals on it like we did!
Okay. You're a badass. Well done, sir!
Thank you kindly!
Sold! Thanks for the help!
great video. wonderful case.
Nice video brother, I love it
That was so incredibly helpful... thanks Brad.
They have top handles now, just got one, I agree it does feel cheep but for me I lug this thing around full to the brim with one dslr and another cinema camera with glass, batteries and all so the few pounds I save makes a difference when going up hills, stairs or walking across a beach lol.
Excellent video!
Thanks for the heads up on the Nylon Luggage Handle Extender - have the same problem - *ordered*!
It's really the most amazing thing ever. Now if they would just make something like that for my lawn mower my back wouldn't be out of commission for three days after I mow.
@@theishkid Do you have by chance the link for the nylon extender ? .... I check in Amazon and do not find anything near ...
I contemplated getting the 1535, but went with the 1510 with the trekpak dividers. The 1535 was slightly more expensive, and I prefer the more solid 1510. Love it! I think if weight is an issue, then the 1535 would be fine.
I'm planning on purchasing a 1615 air model. And I keep going back and forth between the yellow and the orange colors 😀. I think orange will help hide the scuff marks better than the yellow. But I do like the yellow color better.
the newer versions of the 1535 case (2020) have a top handle now
You can use that Handle Extender on the 1535 case as your top "handle"
I want this as my luggage damn!
We use them. Excellent.
Very neat!
Beautiful!
Color cases are the least likely to be stolen. Why? Because luggage thieves pick black as it blends in and they can always argue they made a mistake if confronted. What I don’t know is the theft rate of a pelican. Perhaps a more value inside perceived. By the way the TSA lock is NOT required. You can show up to the airport early and lock it after inspection with real locks. Shutter locks have a short shackle so the unit lid can’t be opened very far. If the TSA says to you that’s for fire arm only Preinspection, go buy a serial numbered firing chamber part to declare it. The TSA master keys can be purchased on the internet. Junk.
JR Chicago Thank you for sharing! I didn’t know that black would be more likely to be stolen but that makes sense!
I don't have a problem with it being stolen, but my problem is I over pack, but I'm the best and fastest bagger and have worked at a grocery store for a long time so I can pack...I overpack, and they always open it at every single airport and half my stuff is hanging out every time...Chicago, Orlando, LAX, Oregon, and Arizona, and every time they open it and can't close it back up, what do you suggest to do about that?
Are combination locks worth using, or is it better to use keys because a thief can just brute-force it?
Carry On!
Personally the size lock you put on these things isn't going to matter if someone steals it. They will all be so small that a small bolt cutter would take care of them. Any lock is going to be great to keep someone out of your bag if you get distracted for a minute.
Thanks for sharing! Would love to see a review comparing 2020 1535 Air vs 1510!
I'd love to do one. I'm a lot more interested in some of the things that were changed after the first batches came out on the 35.
I just received a Nanuk 935 in olive. I'm tempted to exchange it for yellow.
Thanks
nice video sir
Aaron Parke
Thank you so much for putting detailed video of the product, i just got a pelican case and was concerned because there seemed to be a little gap when the lids close, but I see yours also have the gap…have you experienced any issues with it being waterproof? Thanks!
Is there a video on how to replace the handles and latches? Also, would this be a good suitcase as checked luggage on airplanes?
Those aren't really the right punch tools for those pins, but if it works, whatever. Thank you for the video. I like the case mods.
*Perfect size! I would highly recommend getting a TSA lock for both latches though. The first time I flew, I picked it up at baggage claim and one of the latches were unlocked! Luckily nothing was missing but now I place two TSA locks while flying.*
Or just use ziplocks.
If TSA wants to search, they cut them off and replace afterwards.
The ebay link is no longer working and what size did you select for the replacement wheels I see two sizes to choose from?
thanks for the video love it! i wanted to ask how many trekpak exactly you bought to look like that you have? i bought my pelican case already and its for my dslr as well thanks!
extra pins and dividers i mean
So if memory serves me correctly, I bought the trekpak system and it wasn't quite enough pins or dividers. So I purchased 2 extra dividers and one extra bag of pins for the case. I've actually already changed mine up since I did this video though. I bought a new lens so I had to make room for it, but I also got tired of taking off and putting on the lens hood each time I took a lens out... that got really old really fast.
I like your choice of the sturdier 1510. Does the trek pak system allow for a large telephoto lens. I have a Tamrom 150-600? B&H says it will hold my lens but Im not sure if I should get the dividers or the treK pak?
As long as it will fit in the case the TrekPak will hold it. And if you're worried about them you can always brace them up more for sturdiness. I love the TrekTak system. If they could cut the price down a bit they would put the padded dividers out of business.
Thanks, you the man
Hey, Brad! I know you didn't end up keeping it, but would you happen to know if the skate wheel upgrade can be done on a 1535 as well?
I'm not sure... on the 10 you can pop out the small wheel sections and pop the pin out. I don't think the 35 has the little wheel sections and I'm not sure what happens when you take that larger back plate off.
Hi Brad does ur Pelican still alive Up to today 30 may 2019? do you still recommend it?
Yes sir it still holds up and looks great. Couple of tiny scuffs from all the trips I've taken but it still looks and works fantastic. I've only changed my trek pak layout a couple of times since this video, that's been my only change.
I would tell you to consider the 1535 as well now... I think they addressed a couple of my major concerns I had when I did a comparison a couple years ago. They also offer it in other colors than black which I'm a big fan of. I can tell you shaving off a little bit of weight would be a pretty nice bonus but I think they need to reduce the price a little... the 35's are about 40 dollars more expensive for the no foam option which doesn't make a lot of sense to me. It's basically using less plastic but cost more.
Hey Brad as a photographer myself i'm looking to change up my current Lowepro backpack into this 1510LFC. The main reason being that my gear has gotten out of whack over time i believe to my lenses & bodies shifting within the similar inserts that r in this Pelican. Just curious why u didn't opt for the foam inserts that u can pick out to fit all ur accessories nice & tight rather than these sleeves or compartments? And do u think the foam would actually be more protective??? Thanks in advance!
I struggled with this as well. I had a 1610 pelican with foam for my old camera and while I could cut each piece of gear out of the foam... it left no room for upgrading or adding more gear. With the foam, if you space your gear out perfectly then buy a lens there's no where to put it. In my opinion, with the foam, if you are carrying anything that has some weight to it... you need to leave at least 3 rows of pick and plucks in between heavy items. For small lighter items that won't put stress on the foam you still need to leave at least two as you could accidentally tear the foam and degrade it if you only left one piece in between items. So with the foam not only are you limited to whatever your original decision was of how to cut the pieces out... but it also takes up a lot of space.
I will say that I was worried when I originally purchased the Trekpak system that it wouldn't be enough protection for my gear. But honestly after taking three or four trips now including 4 flights, 3 hotel rooms, a rough rocky road, and multiple car/taxi rides the Trekpak system has been awesome. The ONLY draw back for me has been the cost of the trekpak system. I just bought a new lens and I'm reconfiguring my case as we speak. I didn't have to start completely over, but I don't have anymore large pieces so I had to buy an extra piece that is another 20 or 30 bucks on top of what I already paid for the system. But it beats paying 30 - 40 bucks for new foam inserts then having to recut every single component that is in your case.
Thanks Brad. The more & more i watch videos & think about it I'm gonna go with the padded compartments as my current backpack has. I think the hard Pelican case will be an upgrade to the obvious soft backpack which is how I believe my lenses & body were shifting into each other damaging the internal auto focus.... if that makes any sense! Now it's simply a question of going w the standard velcro or the Trek Pak ones? I honestly don't mind the velcro but I guess the flexibility of them is not as good as the Trek Pak sturdier ones???
The TrekPak has definitely been far more sturdy than I thought they would be. With just enough give that I feel like my gear is being protected.
I can't say anything about the velcro pads that pelican uses but I'm sure they are top quality. I've only used velcro pads on a different cheaper case a long time ago and wasn't as much of a fan. My whole system would just kind of sag around and it took up a lot of space. If you aren't putting in a ton of gear the velcro would probably be fine. If you're looking for the most protection while still being able to get a lot of gear in the case... you can be pretty confident with the TrekPak.
Bumble Bee
How is the nameplate secured to the case ? It looks great
Pelicans have a little place for the name plates, they just slide in. Until mine though I've never seen anyone utilize it.
The Nylon Luggage Handle Extenders have been discontinued by the manufacturer and no longer available. -FA Shop
How did you get this in Yellow?
What size are the wheels? Your link just goes to the wheel but not the exact size. 60? 64? Thank you
Went back and checked my amazon purchase... looks like 60x18.
Thanks for the video. The link does NOT work for a pelican air 1535.
Hey Brad. I clicked on the link for the guy that makes the custom colored Pelican Cases and got nothing. Could you please give me a link again? I am interested in purchasing one. Thanks!
Try this... www.ebay.com/sch/worldcasecompany/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
how do i remove latches from pelican 1510? I dont see a pin to remove them. thanks
Is it noticably weaker than the Air cases? I need o e for the flights. People here a getting the one you got for my purpouse. It makes me wonder why cases that were made for air traveling are not as popular.
This is part of the Protector series. And that series is tougher than the cheaper Air series.
The protector series is tougher, but the Air series is more expensive!
I have both protector and air cases; one being tougher than the other is psychological. However the Aircase does cost more so that is what you have to consider. If weight isn’t an issue than I would buy the Protector every day of the week. However if weight is an issue, than the Aircase is the way to go.
does this fit in the overhead bin on a plane?
It's supposed to be the largest pelican case that is allowed to carry on. I didn't have any problems with Southwest on 4 flights a couple weeks ago.
Thanks!
Hi Brad, I really liked your Yellow Pelican but I have tried to find the exact same one but couldn't. Could you please assist me and give me the number of the manufacturer so that I can speak with them please. I am living in Uk.
Thank. hope to hear from you soon.
Sorry for the delay, I was on a big trip. Here is a new link for the yellow Pelicans: www.ebay.com/itm/New-Genuine-OEM-Yellow-Pelican-1510-Case-with-Pick-N-Pluck-foam-Free-nameplate-/311172763032?hash=item4873578d98:g:roUAAOSwKrxUZOCW
I also have a different colour pelican case same size, I live in the UK and bought it from a camera shop called fixation, they are in London. They have that Yellow and Orange and a few others. best Wishes. and Brad Great Video
The yellow case is actually not different at all, the red and yellow are used by EMS, firefighters and such.
Where do I buy the handle extension? :-)
www.flightattendantshop.com/nylon-luggage-handle-extender/
LMAO, customizing a case.
It's a case!
Great overview...minus the 2 minutes of the looped B roll.
Thanks bud... your constructive criticism was necessary and invaluable!
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it