[fourfive]

Originally Posted by Bandit Runner

Then I took some advice from @Unner and wrapped my OME 861 springs with black HDPE spiral hose wrap. This was to prevent any squeaking and vibrations that some have experienced with these coils.

How has the spiral wrap held up on the springs? Have they stayed in place or shifted at all? Has the weight of the springs worn through or torn the wrap?

@Unner how has your wrap held up?

[Unner]

Originally Posted by fourfive

How has the spiral wrap held up on the springs? Have they stayed in place or shifted at all? Has the weight of the springs worn through or torn the wrap?

@Unner how has your wrap held up?

Mine has held up great, no issues to report, and most importantly no resonating noises from my springs anymore...

[Bandit Runner]

Originally Posted by fourfive

How has the spiral wrap held up on the springs? Have they stayed in place or shifted at all? Has the weight of the springs worn through or torn the wrap?

I crawled under the truck tonight to take a look. They look just like they did when I installed them. They fit nice and snug around the coils, so they won't shift. Not worn or torn at all. They work great. Would definitely recommend.

[fourfive]

Originally Posted by Unner

Mine has held up great, no issues to report, and most importantly no resonating noises from my springs anymore...

Do you have a link to what you used?

Originally Posted by Bandit Runner

I crawled under the truck tonight to take a look. They look just like they did when I installed them. They fit nice and snug around the coils, so they won't shift. Not worn or torn at all. They work great. Would definitely recommend.

Is this spiral hose wrap similar to what you used?

[Bandit Runner]

Originally Posted by fourfive

Do you have a link to what you used?




Is this spiral hose wrap similar to what you used?

Here is what I used:
https://shop.andersonprocess.com/dob...hose-wrap.html

The inside diameter is 5/8". The ID for the one you linked is 1/2". I think that will be too small. Even at 5/8" mine was very snug on the coils. Any smaller and I think you would have a really hard time getting it on there.

[fourfive]

Originally Posted by Bandit Runner

The inside diameter is 5/8". The ID for the one you linked is 1/2". I think that will be too small. Even at 5/8" mine was very snug on the coils. Any smaller and I think you would have a really hard time getting it on there.

Thank you!

[TonyB66]

Originally Posted by Bandit Runner

Here is what I used:
https://shop.andersonprocess.com/dob...hose-wrap.html

The inside diameter is 5/8". The ID for the one you linked is 1/2". I think that will be too small. Even at 5/8" mine was very snug on the coils. Any smaller and I think you would have a really hard time getting it on there.

Would you say this is a good practice for other springs too, or just these (861s) in particular. I'll be installing some 891 at some point soon...

Exceptional build thread, one that I just found! Thanks.

[Unner]

Originally Posted by TonyB66

Would you say this is a good practice for other springs too, or just these (861s) in particular. I'll be installing some 891 at some point soon...

Exceptional build thread, one that I just found! Thanks.

I've never heard of this problem with any other springs. If they've got the tight wraps at the top of the spring like the 861s it's probably not a bad idea, but when I was researching the problem I only found one other person who complained about this problem with 861s. It really depends on how much weight you've got in the back, I think I had just the perfect amount to cause the noise. I warn others now to do this before hand though because off the truck this takes minutes, on the truck it's nearly impossible without pulling the springs...

[papabeach]

Bandit, I am curious if your filler panel LEDs still provide useful light output now that your headlights are upgraded. I am debating doing something similar with lights behind the filler panels and am concerned about the light being usable. I don’t have the light power you do but my LS460s, 55 ballast’s and CBI bulbs are pretty bright. Curious to your thoughts and if you have any output pics with the new headlights and filler lights.

[Bandit Runner]

Originally Posted by papabeach

Bandit, I am curious if your filler panel LEDs still provide useful light output now that your headlights are upgraded. I am debating doing something similar with lights behind the filler panels and am concerned about the light being usable. I don’t have the light power you do but my LS460s, 55 ballast’s and CBI bulbs are pretty bright. Curious to your thoughts and if you have any output pics with the new headlights and filler lights.

The filler panel lights do add a little light off to the sides, since they are angled outward slightly. I have Rigid Industries 6" SR spot lights in the filler panels. I don't have any pics, but I'll try to get some.

[Bandit Runner]

Bought a few goodies for the supercharger.

URD 2.2" pulley:


URD 7th Injector Kit:


AEM Boost gauge and AFR gauge:


I'm waiting for the weather to warm up before I start installing this stuff. In the meantime, I will start designing a gauge pod for the 2 gauges. I plan on 3D printing it.

More to come...

[Jayjayb96]

Awesome build bandit! Took me about 2 hours reading your build thread haha. I was just wondering if you had any pics of the bracket you made when you installed your twin air compressor in the engine bay? I have a single in my 02 but will be swapping it with a dual and just trying to figure out how to mount it myself.

[EAJ4runner]

Can't believe I just went thru this whole thing, and it's my first time seeing it. Very impressive what you've been able to do and accomplish with all the different custom mods you've made to your truck over the years.

[Bandit Runner]

Originally Posted by Jayjayb96

Awesome build bandit! Took me about 2 hours reading your build thread haha. I was just wondering if you had any pics of the bracket you made when you installed your twin air compressor in the engine bay? I have a single in my 02 but will be swapping it with a dual and just trying to figure out how to mount it myself.

Sorry I didn’t see your post until now. Unfortunately I didn’t take any pics of the bracket before I installed it. It was pretty simple though. Just a flat piece with the feet bent and a few holes. Good luck with yours.

[Bandit Runner]

Originally Posted by EAJ4runner

Can't believe I just went thru this whole thing, and it's my first time seeing it. Very impressive what you've been able to do and accomplish with all the different custom mods you've made to your truck over the years.

Thanks for taking the time to read all my junk. I appreciate it.