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gaterose
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More new mods...
Stubbs HD-SKO Rock Sliders, welded on by the Wabbit at WabFab. Put some Black Magic skateboard grip tape on in areas where it wouldn't rub my (or passengers') legs but I could use it to get to the roof.
Brand X Stealth Rack, still waiting on the sun roof extension and ladder...
four Hella FF75 Driving lamps and two KC 26 Backup lamps.
Install of the Gobi rack took about an hour mostly by myself, though I did have someone help me set it on the roof.
I haven't wired up the lights on the roof yet. Well technically the wiring is there but I don't have my wiring tools with me to connect everything until next weekend. I also have a Painless Performance foot pedal dimmer switch I plan to add because my dogs sometimes step on the FJC switches in the center console and I don't want to risk flashing others (even though they can already see my rack :lmao
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The FJC switches will control the bumper and roof lights separately then the foot pedal dimmer will switch on power to those two switches. I'm also moving the backup lamp switch to the dash because I don't want it on the same circuit (with the pedal dimmer) but I want it out the way of my Yorkie.
I'm thinking about upgrading all the bulbs to either PIAA 55=110W (Hellas) & 85=135W (KCs) or HID but haven't decided yet. I'm also considering putting some side lights on the Gobi but haven't decided if I'm going to do that or what kind of lights to use, I'm open to suggestions. I'm going to mount my bike racks to the Gobi but haven't decided how yet so that'll get done in a couple of weeks. Also mounting an old hi lift I had laying around and restored/rebuilt. I have a few other plans in store but don't want to say for certain. I'll keep you posted!
Stubbs HD-SKO Rock Sliders, welded on by the Wabbit at WabFab. Put some Black Magic skateboard grip tape on in areas where it wouldn't rub my (or passengers') legs but I could use it to get to the roof.
Brand X Stealth Rack, still waiting on the sun roof extension and ladder...
four Hella FF75 Driving lamps and two KC 26 Backup lamps.
Install of the Gobi rack took about an hour mostly by myself, though I did have someone help me set it on the roof.
I haven't wired up the lights on the roof yet. Well technically the wiring is there but I don't have my wiring tools with me to connect everything until next weekend. I also have a Painless Performance foot pedal dimmer switch I plan to add because my dogs sometimes step on the FJC switches in the center console and I don't want to risk flashing others (even though they can already see my rack :lmao
.The FJC switches will control the bumper and roof lights separately then the foot pedal dimmer will switch on power to those two switches. I'm also moving the backup lamp switch to the dash because I don't want it on the same circuit (with the pedal dimmer) but I want it out the way of my Yorkie.
I'm thinking about upgrading all the bulbs to either PIAA 55=110W (Hellas) & 85=135W (KCs) or HID but haven't decided yet. I'm also considering putting some side lights on the Gobi but haven't decided if I'm going to do that or what kind of lights to use, I'm open to suggestions. I'm going to mount my bike racks to the Gobi but haven't decided how yet so that'll get done in a couple of weeks. Also mounting an old hi lift I had laying around and restored/rebuilt. I have a few other plans in store but don't want to say for certain. I'll keep you posted!
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SkylineGTRracer
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did someone say rack?:girl:
gaterose
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Thanks for the compliments! I love the way it looks with the rack, now I just can't wait to get back to t-town so i can mount some stuff up there.
The wind noise really isn't bad considering some of the reviews I've read.
Nate I'll post some review info about the FF75s as soon as I can but I won't have them wired up until next weekend. I read a few reviews before I bought them and they seem to be pretty good lights. I got mine for $70/set from a Mopar dealer on eBay. I also go some clear stone guards from Amazon so they don't get broken by rocks.
The wind noise really isn't bad considering some of the reviews I've read.
Nate I'll post some review info about the FF75s as soon as I can but I won't have them wired up until next weekend. I read a few reviews before I bought them and they seem to be pretty good lights. I got mine for $70/set from a Mopar dealer on eBay. I also go some clear stone guards from Amazon so they don't get broken by rocks.
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gaterose
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Got back from CO, I posted a report with A TON of pics in the gallery section under Colorado Trip/Tour
Here are a few of the pics:
Stopped to have a couple drinks with zstampe and camdz on the way back through Kansas
Also to update the thread, I installed a foot pedal dimmer to switch my forward facing auxiliary lights on and off.
I also picked up a Kuat Sherpa hitch bike rack from craigslist in Springfield, MO. It works well but the pedals hit the hatch so I added a short extension and now everything works great. MUCH easier than picking the bikes up and putting them on the roof after a long ride!
I'll post some pics of the dimmer switch later.. Yeah I have to have a footprint gas pedal installed first
New rotors all around, expeditioneers front skid, and sound proofing coming soon. Possibly new tires and wheels, I haven't decided yet.
Hopefully a winch carrier too, but it looks like I may have to get one fabbed (help me Wabbit) since no one really makes one.
Here are a few of the pics:
Stopped to have a couple drinks with zstampe and camdz on the way back through Kansas
Also to update the thread, I installed a foot pedal dimmer to switch my forward facing auxiliary lights on and off.
I also picked up a Kuat Sherpa hitch bike rack from craigslist in Springfield, MO. It works well but the pedals hit the hatch so I added a short extension and now everything works great. MUCH easier than picking the bikes up and putting them on the roof after a long ride!
I'll post some pics of the dimmer switch later.. Yeah I have to have a footprint gas pedal installed first
New rotors all around, expeditioneers front skid, and sound proofing coming soon. Possibly new tires and wheels, I haven't decided yet.
Hopefully a winch carrier too, but it looks like I may have to get one fabbed (help me Wabbit) since no one really makes one.
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gaterose
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Thanks!
As for the Defiant bar, I love it; if you're looking for a light bar I highly recommend it. They space it for the specific lights you're going to use; unfortunately mine was set up for PIAA 510s and 580s so I had to drill new holes when I got the 520s but you can't really tell and it works just as well. It's very strong; strong enough to stand on & bounce the suspension easily, I do it all the time because my friends don't believe that little bar will support my full weight.
Latest pic from today, with the Satoshi "finished"
As for the Defiant bar, I love it; if you're looking for a light bar I highly recommend it. They space it for the specific lights you're going to use; unfortunately mine was set up for PIAA 510s and 580s so I had to drill new holes when I got the 520s but you can't really tell and it works just as well. It's very strong; strong enough to stand on & bounce the suspension easily, I do it all the time because my friends don't believe that little bar will support my full weight.
Latest pic from today, with the Satoshi "finished"
gaterose
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Well I finally got around to taking some pics of the floor pedal dimmer.
I installed the foot print because I needed to spend $8 for an item to meet the free shipping minimum or else spend $12 for shipping so I got the cover. Thought it it would be funny, very Joe Dirt-y
I also put EBC USR Slotted Brake Rotors and GreenStuff pads on over last weekend because I was getting a lot of vibration when stopping. There has also been a squealing, only in reverse, from one of the rotors since I got it. I was worried some of it might be a frozen caliper since that's a common problem but fortunately it was just one of the rotors. Everything is smooth & quiet now that they're replaced. No pics without wheels because I was sweaty and covered in brake dust so I didn't want to handle my phone or camera.
I also lined the interior (doors, hatch, walls, floor, & ceiling) with B-Quiet Extreme and Vcomp but don't have any pictures because I was a bit pressed for time and had to work in between other obligations. I regret not getting B-Quiet Ultimate but it is still much quieter now than before.
Also did some other minor maintenance today, changed oil (Mobil 1 Extended Perf 5W30), replaced serpentine belt, and cleaned & oiled the aFe filter. Rearranged my 12V sockets again so now I have the factory one, one where the 4x4 shifter should be(), and one in the cubby under the console release lever. Moved the USB port next to the 110V outlet in the center console, and mounted a Streamlight PolyStinger in the console (after seeing another member do it) to complement my UltraStinger attached to the cargo box.
The Expeditioneers front skid plate should be here tomorrow :thumb3: It's basically the same as the Man-A-Fre 4+Plus front skid but with the Expeditioneers logo (˚ ' ")laser cut into the front.
I installed the foot print because I needed to spend $8 for an item to meet the free shipping minimum or else spend $12 for shipping so I got the cover. Thought it it would be funny, very Joe Dirt-y
I also put EBC USR Slotted Brake Rotors and GreenStuff pads on over last weekend because I was getting a lot of vibration when stopping. There has also been a squealing, only in reverse, from one of the rotors since I got it. I was worried some of it might be a frozen caliper since that's a common problem but fortunately it was just one of the rotors. Everything is smooth & quiet now that they're replaced. No pics without wheels because I was sweaty and covered in brake dust so I didn't want to handle my phone or camera.
I also lined the interior (doors, hatch, walls, floor, & ceiling) with B-Quiet Extreme and Vcomp but don't have any pictures because I was a bit pressed for time and had to work in between other obligations. I regret not getting B-Quiet Ultimate but it is still much quieter now than before.
Also did some other minor maintenance today, changed oil (Mobil 1 Extended Perf 5W30), replaced serpentine belt, and cleaned & oiled the aFe filter. Rearranged my 12V sockets again so now I have the factory one, one where the 4x4 shifter should be
(), and one in the cubby under the console release lever. Moved the USB port next to the 110V outlet in the center console, and mounted a Streamlight PolyStinger in the console (after seeing another member do it) to complement my UltraStinger attached to the cargo box.The Expeditioneers front skid plate should be here tomorrow :thumb3: It's basically the same as the Man-A-Fre 4+Plus front skid but with the Expeditioneers logo (˚ ' ")laser cut into the front.
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S p a r k y
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Of course I looked at pics before I looked at your writing. I immediately wondered how long it took to have a foot print pedal installed. Classic, I love any Joe Dirt quotes.
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