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Throw me under the bus just to get Mikey to go, what a pal. LOL
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mikey's2010SR5
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What are wheeling buddies for right.
You hear a beeping sound????
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LOL....
Unfortunately, it was one of them little yellow ones.
But we do need to get together some time again Mike, promise, we can leave Jon at home this time.
mikey's2010SR5
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How the front looks now.
Must say I like it. Maybe go with two big round lights on the bumper instead of a bar. Maybe both?
Opinions?
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Must say I like it. Maybe go with two big round lights on the bumper instead of a bar. Maybe both?
Opinions?
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having fun
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2 rounds. Your horns will stand out more.
mikey's2010SR5
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Had some extra time today, so I took the snorkel off. Decided to put my antenna back on and used the [MENTION=68685]Ducmonsta[/MENTION] method. Seems to have worked so far.
My air box got a light cleaning after putting everything back together.
New filter.
And finally got to trimming the passenger side fender!
Ok now time to go play!!!!!
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My air box got a light cleaning after putting everything back together.
New filter.
And finally got to trimming the passenger side fender!
Ok now time to go play!!!!!
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rochmpr
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Had some extra time today, so I took the snorkel off. Decided to put my antenna back on and used the [MENTION=68685]Ducmonsta[/MENTION] method. Seems to have worked so far.
My air box got a light cleaning after putting everything back together.
New filter.
And finally got to trimming the passenger side fender!
Ok now time to go play!!!!!
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Dang, what the heck did you use to trim those fenders? Looks straight caveman. That has been a great mod tho.
mikey's2010SR5
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Used the old Dremmel and did not take my time. Been meaning to clean it up but just have not had the time. I actually want to take some more of the plastic trim piece.
mikey's2010SR5
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Well yes I am still here and still have the truck.
Tomorrow my tuck finally is going to go in and get re-geared. On tap are Sierra 4.56 gears and I am throwing in a Eaton E-locker in the rear. Needless to say I am super excited. Hope this rekindles my relationship with my truck. Work being done courtesy of The Rearend Shop in Livermore CA.
So I then needed a new switch for the locker and have been wanting to redo my wiring. So late night web browsing led to the purchase of a sPod Bantam system with touch screen along with a Powertray to make it all look nice. Had to order part of the center console because I am removing all the old switches.
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Tomorrow my tuck finally is going to go in and get re-geared. On tap are Sierra 4.56 gears and I am throwing in a Eaton E-locker in the rear. Needless to say I am super excited. Hope this rekindles my relationship with my truck. Work being done courtesy of The Rearend Shop in Livermore CA.
So I then needed a new switch for the locker and have been wanting to redo my wiring. So late night web browsing led to the purchase of a sPod Bantam system with touch screen along with a Powertray to make it all look nice. Had to order part of the center console because I am removing all the old switches.
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mikey's2010SR5
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Just trying to get my bi-annual update in so that I may still be a social media influencer...
mikey's2010SR5
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Got my Powertray for the sPOD. Just need the truck back from regearing and locker install.
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Well I had a short amount of time and started to get to work on the sPod. Started with the interior. Removed all the old switches and wiring. Previously had ordered a new front cup holder to replace the hole. And then finally decided on the touch screen location.
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This location keeps the screen out of my face but still very accessible. Plus I still have access to the lower cubby, might try to figure out how to put a wireless charger in there.
Next time I have free time I will tackle under the hood.
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This location keeps the screen out of my face but still very accessible. Plus I still have access to the lower cubby, might try to figure out how to put a wireless charger in there.
Next time I have free time I will tackle under the hood.
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mikey's2010SR5
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Thanks Masa. Now we just need to get our trucks dirty since we both are keeping them for now.
mysticz
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Yeah that sounds good, now I shut down business I finally have free time I can actually do things.
But we got to break in the gears first I was told before going to crazy.
Quote from East Coast Gear Supply:
New gear sets MUST be broken in correctly to prevent damage. Not following proper break-in procedures will lead to overloading and overheating the ring and pinion as well as breaking down and ruining the gear oil. Not following proper break-in procedures can be determined during inspection and will void the warranty.
Please follow the below guidelines to ensure a proper break-in and long life of your gears.
• Only use high quality gear oils. ECGS recommends Lucas non-synthetic 85W-140
• On initial run, drive lightly for 15 to 20 minutes then stop to allow differential to cool completely for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Avoid towing and heavy acceleration, as well as vary speeds every 5 to 10 minutes while driving on highways.
• Drive conservatively and do not drive more than 50 miles at a time without allowing a cool cycle during the first 500 miles following installation.
• After completing initial break-in, change gear oil at 500 miles. Small metal particles are normal and gear oil will typically be black. Excessive metal in gear oil should be reviewed by a competent differential mechanic to ensure safety of internal parts.
Post gear oil change and initial break-in: Towing.
• First time towing should be limited to light load for no more than 15 miles, then allow differential to cool completely for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Repeat this procedure for first 45 miles of towing for full break-in of gears for towing vehicles.
PREMATURE OVERLOADING AND IMPROPER BREAK-IN WILL CAUSE GEAR OIL BREAKDOWN AND MAY RESULT IN RING AND PINION FAILURE VOIDING THE GEAR WARRANTY!
But we got to break in the gears first I was told before going to crazy.
Quote from East Coast Gear Supply:
New gear sets MUST be broken in correctly to prevent damage. Not following proper break-in procedures will lead to overloading and overheating the ring and pinion as well as breaking down and ruining the gear oil. Not following proper break-in procedures can be determined during inspection and will void the warranty.
Please follow the below guidelines to ensure a proper break-in and long life of your gears.
• Only use high quality gear oils. ECGS recommends Lucas non-synthetic 85W-140
• On initial run, drive lightly for 15 to 20 minutes then stop to allow differential to cool completely for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Avoid towing and heavy acceleration, as well as vary speeds every 5 to 10 minutes while driving on highways.
• Drive conservatively and do not drive more than 50 miles at a time without allowing a cool cycle during the first 500 miles following installation.
• After completing initial break-in, change gear oil at 500 miles. Small metal particles are normal and gear oil will typically be black. Excessive metal in gear oil should be reviewed by a competent differential mechanic to ensure safety of internal parts.
Post gear oil change and initial break-in: Towing.
• First time towing should be limited to light load for no more than 15 miles, then allow differential to cool completely for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Repeat this procedure for first 45 miles of towing for full break-in of gears for towing vehicles.
PREMATURE OVERLOADING AND IMPROPER BREAK-IN WILL CAUSE GEAR OIL BREAKDOWN AND MAY RESULT IN RING AND PINION FAILURE VOIDING THE GEAR WARRANTY!
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mikey's2010SR5
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Yeah dealing with the break in myself. Did you go with ECGS?
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mysticz
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No went with Nitro, shop appointment on 9-11.
mikey's2010SR5
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Which shop did you go with?
