Anyone done any hunting modifications?
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glock56534
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Here's some recommendations, in no particular order.
Hope this helps.
- A good set of AT or MT tires and a lift so you can get down those forest service roads late in the season.
- A good hitch-mounted cargo carrier and reroute your exhaust to the side. This is great for carrying a cooler, extra gas and water, gear, and your harvested animal(s). The factory exhaust should be rerouted because it blows directly on the cargo carrier and can melt your tarps and/or cook your meat. There is nothing good about having it go directly out the back anyways. Out the side is much better.
- WeatherTech floor liners are also a necessary item for us outdoorsmen, it keeps all the mud and dirt off of your nice carpet and they're very easy to clean. The cargo liner is also good if you want to throw your muddy boots, gear, and waders in the hatchback.
- Exterior light for the rear. So many uses for this I can't even begin to list them.
- Driving lights are great for driving in the woods.
- Neoprene seat covers might not be a bad idea either. If you fly fish often and drive from spot to spot, then you don't need to take off your waders every time you get in the car.
- A rifle rack. Although, I have yet to find a good location for one in the T4R.
Hope this helps.
some great ideas. right now I am running 31 inch cooper all terrain tires which aren't too meaty but they will work for me. already been looking at cargo racks. Didn't even think about the exhaust but that is a good idea. I am also trying to figure out how to make/mount a bow rack.
glock56534
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I would get the WeatherTech Digital Fit Floor Liners as your first thing to get, they truly are amazing and you won't regret spending a little bit extra money for them.
There have been several people who have melted some of their gear or cooked their backstraps on the way home because they didn't do anything to protect their stuff from the exhaust. :flamethrwoer2: The pipe looks much better out the side anyways and you don't get exhaust flow into your car when riding with the rear window down.
As for the cargo rack: if you know how to weld or know someone who does, build it yourself. It will be MUCH stronger than most of the commercial ones out there, you can build it to your exact specifications, and you will save quite a bit of money doing it.
I agree. My dad is an expert at welding, and I will have him to make front/rear bumpers, side steps, hitch, cargo hitch, and roof rack. All I have to do is draw diagrams, and put in the measurements. I'm sure I will save a load of money by doing this.
Colemanfu
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I did a few things for camping and hunting. I yanked the rear seats so it's flush and I have more room behind the front seats. I also run one of the 2 different hitch seats I made.
I always have the Hi Lift and recovery gear in the rig. The strap keep is from bouncing around. On long trips I put it up on the roof but for day to day I keep it in the back.
Having to have the key in the on position to run the back power outlet got old so I added a switch to control it from the back. No more key needed and easy to tell when it's in the "on" position.
I have 3 extra light for under the rig - one each side of the frame and a biggie out back.
Hope this gives ya some ideas!
I always have the Hi Lift and recovery gear in the rig. The strap keep is from bouncing around. On long trips I put it up on the roof but for day to day I keep it in the back.
Having to have the key in the on position to run the back power outlet got old so I added a switch to control it from the back. No more key needed and easy to tell when it's in the "on" position.
I have 3 extra light for under the rig - one each side of the frame and a biggie out back.
Hope this gives ya some ideas!
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ARK_SWAMP_RIDER
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Main thing for me was the Weathertech's and a hitch cargo carrier. I've got AT tires and 1.5" lift in the front as well. I'm interested to see what some of you have done!
dave_mcmillan
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Here is a cpl of sugesstions. I have a 3rd gen and have used mine for the last 3yrs for hunting and camping.
1) Go to NH Northern or similar (across USA) and get a hitch haul that is not a "bolt together" Mine sits in the reciever and has a 8" 90 degree rise for the solid 1 peice shelf this sits at bumper level and allows for better clearence.
2) Get a memory foam (full size) 2-4" topper and use that to sleep on (remove rear seats) I have slept either way.
3) Get some netting/screen material and cut it to fit the outside of your rear side windows and use magnets (hot glue) to hold it to your truck. Setup a battery powered fan and it circulates the air without the bugs.
4) Get a good mag lite (I use a 4D) and mount it in your truck somewhere. I mounted mine to the storage compartment door in the rear.
5) This should have been #1 get a first aid kit. I ran across a deal at a local outlet store and got a first responder/automotive repair backpack it has everything including food
barf and water pouches.
6) Ratchet straps
7) Ammo can (military surplus preferred)
8) Weathertech or similiar floor mats
9) Seat covers (WetOkole are recommended) I do not have these yet.
10) Suspension lift and tires (on the list for me)
11) Exterior lights
12) Tow straps and or recovery straps.
13) Go to a junkyard and replace/add the tow hook so you have 2 in front. I kept the factory "D" ring so both sides have the hook and ring.
14) Armor is always recommended (ARB etc...bumper, sliders, etc...)
15) 1/2/3rd Gen exhoust is already pointed to the side.
1) Go to NH Northern or similar (across USA) and get a hitch haul that is not a "bolt together" Mine sits in the reciever and has a 8" 90 degree rise for the solid 1 peice shelf this sits at bumper level and allows for better clearence.
2) Get a memory foam (full size) 2-4" topper and use that to sleep on (remove rear seats) I have slept either way.
3) Get some netting/screen material and cut it to fit the outside of your rear side windows and use magnets (hot glue) to hold it to your truck. Setup a battery powered fan and it circulates the air without the bugs.
4) Get a good mag lite (I use a 4D) and mount it in your truck somewhere. I mounted mine to the storage compartment door in the rear.
5) This should have been #1 get a first aid kit. I ran across a deal at a local outlet store and got a first responder/automotive repair backpack it has everything including food
barf and water pouches.6) Ratchet straps
7) Ammo can (military surplus preferred)
8) Weathertech or similiar floor mats
9) Seat covers (WetOkole are recommended) I do not have these yet.
10) Suspension lift and tires (on the list for me)
11) Exterior lights
12) Tow straps and or recovery straps.
13) Go to a junkyard and replace/add the tow hook so you have 2 in front. I kept the factory "D" ring so both sides have the hook and ring.
14) Armor is always recommended (ARB etc...bumper, sliders, etc...)
15) 1/2/3rd Gen exhoust is already pointed to the side.
Here is an option for a rifle rack:
Cabela's: Big Sky Racks Overhead Gun Rack
I would prefer on that locks but it is an option...
Cabela's: Big Sky Racks Overhead Gun Rack
I would prefer on that locks but it is an option...
I'm liking the look of that rifle rack! I'm also thinking about making (or buying) a permanent mount inside somewhere for my bow so I don't have to take up space with my huge case. I will probably have to customize one since I want it to fit snugly
Colemanfu
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GD - that's a sweet setup.
I added a REI campbed 3.5 to the mix this winter. I have 4 nights on it and a few afternoon naps. ha I am a side sleeper and flop around a lot (Goat I would fall off that box!) and this as a plush as our king size pillow top bed. I also like being able to sit up and not hit my head on the roof.
I added a REI campbed 3.5 to the mix this winter. I have 4 nights on it and a few afternoon naps. ha I am a side sleeper and flop around a lot (Goat I would fall off that box!) and this as a plush as our king size pillow top bed. I also like being able to sit up and not hit my head on the roof.
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TTGIBBZ1993
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Niceeeeee
4runninandgunnin
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Really cool ideas in here guys. As a hunter from Washington, its nice to see all the changes on here. I plan on taking out the carpet from the back area, maybe put some tuff liner in the back, incase I get any blood or anything, it would be easy to clean up. I will post pics when I get something done.
mdrudy
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Yes, very good ideas.
An option for quick, easy and cheap additional rear lighting is the the Light Buster.
I saw them on a 4th Gen thread and they look pretty cool.
I like the idea of permanently mounting rear lights but I am pretty busy and not sure when I'll get the chance.
Anybody have any first hand experience with the Light Buster?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d.html/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/175-8345770-2663347?a=B000OOMQDG
An option for quick, easy and cheap additional rear lighting is the the Light Buster.
I saw them on a 4th Gen thread and they look pretty cool.
I like the idea of permanently mounting rear lights but I am pretty busy and not sure when I'll get the chance.
Anybody have any first hand experience with the Light Buster?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d.html/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/175-8345770-2663347?a=B000OOMQDG
Webmasterj
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A BigBoxMart twin inflatable mattress also fits nicely in the back.
