Mikey's Build Thread...

1) Hows the view from the backup camera; it looks like you have one installed?

2) What's your take on adding weather stripping on the side and under the tail lights?

3a) Are the swing arms removable? and 3b) if so, is the under body spare hoist still accessible?

And last but not least... Does Luke have any friends closer to Indianapolis that can do the install because driving to San Fran is a bit much for a weekend :D

I think you've officially convinced me on Luke's over Hefty Fabs bumper!

Thanks Mike!

Okki

Ok I am going to do my best.

1. Yes I do have the stock back up camera and the view is useable for now. I do plan on mounting a camera on the license plate to get a better view.

2. Not going to add the weather stripping. There is enough of a body gap and the bumper looks great as is.

3a. Yes they are removable and modular.

3b. You can see the hoist is still underneath but there is not enough space with the removal of the rear crossmember to fit the spare.

Shoot Luke an email and see if there is anyone he would recommend that is close to you for the install.




One more image request. Could you post an image of the bumper with the rear hatch open? I would love to see the full surface area.

Can wait to see some "dirty" pictures of it :)

Will do tomorrow when the sun is up. There is a little gap but with the gate closed you can't see it. Luke is also designing into future bumpers a small storage compartment for straps or chains in the middle of the bumper.
 
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For those that might be interested, here is the news. Luke can reproduce the bumper! If you are able to bring the truck to him he has jigs made and can build it on your truck. For those that are crafty and can weld, he is probably going to make it a DIY kit.

Calling Ducmonsta...got a welding job coming your way;)
 
I think your bumper is fantastic. Very detailed and skilled craftmanship has gone into that design. Love the finish as well.

One more image request. Could you post an image of the bumper with the rear hatch open? I would love to see the full surface area.

Can wait to see some "dirty" pictures of it :)

Here is pictures you requested, but not the dirty ones...

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And one with the full size spare on.

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And a big thanks to Todd aka Crazydubman for helping me put the All-Pro rear springs in.
 
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Looks sharp! Sorry to bring up older parts of the build but where did you get your slide tracks for your drawers? Like the deadbolt idea to keep it from opening in transit. May consider plagiarizing that idea. TIA
 
Looks sharp! Sorry to bring up older parts of the build but where did you get your slide tracks for your drawers? Like the deadbolt idea to keep it from opening in transit. May consider plagiarizing that idea. TIA

I got the slides from a store called Woodcraft here in the Bay Area and they are all over the country. Click here for their online store. And be my guest to plagiarize the drawers. I have to get a new rear carpet and take the hi-lift mounts off now. :bravo:
 
Couple of goodies came today.

First one...
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Cradle for the Rigid 20" SR bar

Second...
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Mount for the face plate to by Yaesu 8800R

Looks like sun tomorrow so I will hopefully be busy installing some goodies.
 
Have you had the Yaesu 8800R installed at all yet? If so, how do ya like it? I've been thinking about getting my operating license soon, so that means I'll get to spend more money soon!
 
Have you had the Yaesu 8800R installed at all yet? If so, how do ya like it? I've been thinking about getting my operating license soon, so that means I'll get to spend more money soon!

Nope haven't had time yet and when I do it rains and I don't have a garage. Plus I was trying to figure out how the heck I was going to mount the faceplate.
 
Got the LED bar mounted and wired. Currently running the stock switch which is hanging under the steering wheel. Going to order a 3 switch bank from OTRATTW soon for the center console for lights so thought I would not cut any holes anywhere.

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Light seemed big in my hand but then put it on the truck and it seems small. Can't wait to see the output from this little guy.

I must say I am going to need some help with cleaning up all of my wiring soon. It starting to look bad under my hood. LOL.
 
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