weeeee's build thread
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Do you happen to have any more side profile pics you can post up?
I just received my Light Racing UCA's and am getting ready to install my lift. I'm debating between the 4th or 5th clip in the front.
I'll be running Bilstein 6112 in front with the 5160's in the rear along with the Toytec superflex springs. I've got the TRD wheels with the BFG KO2's 275/70/17 sizing. I'd like about a 1/2 to 3/4 inch rake in the rear but not quite sure where it will end up running in the 5th notch.
Have you thought about going to the 5th notch up front?
transworldmoto
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[MENTION=44305]weeeee[/MENTION] Good meeting you today and thanks for the cubby swap! Nice Pro man!
weeeee
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You should be fine with either one. Honestly if you're sticking with 275 I'd keep it on the 3rd or 4th notch- just my personal preference because of the wheel gap. I think [MENTION=103267]Saker[/MENTION] is running this setup and it looks awesome.
I haven't thought about cranking it all the way up yet. I get pretty good clearance with my 34s and the CV angles are pretty good so I'll probably leave it alone.
I'll post up some side profile pics when I get a chance.
Thanks man! Glad I could help you out (you probably helped me save some time too, lol). I'll catch you on the TW forums. Good luck with buyers for everything else!
Saker
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[MENTION=133084]esa31.8t[/MENTION] & [MENTION=44305]weeeee[/MENTION],
I am running my 6112's on the middle circlip groove 5160's rear with stock springs and 265-70-17 KO2's for shoes.
That leveled my T4R.
hope this helps!
weeeee
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Electrical/Solar Setup
I've been lagging pretty bad on updating this with some recent additions on account of getting this all ready quickly between work and a big camping trip that we took. I just finished up a big electrical project to keep up with my solar setup, fridge, and just to keep things clean for upcoming electrical mods.
First, I purchased a new Odyssey Group 31M to replace my regular starting battery. I opted to go with a single battery setup vs. a dual battery setup specifically to keep things simple. I also plan on supplementing this with a solar panel to keep juice flowing to the Indel-B fridge I just picked up.
Odyssey Group 31 Battery Install (in factory tray)
I started out by disconnecting the factory battery cables and removing the OEM battery
Since the new Odyssey is a bit larger, I needed to trim a portion from the OEM battery tray
Muscle the new Odyssey in- looks a little like this
Needed to purchase some Mil-Spec terminals and mated them to the factory terminals. Buttoned everything up.
DISCLAIMER:
When performing this mod, it is important to note that the OEM alternator is not rated high enough to charge the Odyssey to 100% charge. Battery lifespan may suffer if you do not fully charge the Odyssey on a Battery Tender or something similar every so often.
I've been lagging pretty bad on updating this with some recent additions on account of getting this all ready quickly between work and a big camping trip that we took. I just finished up a big electrical project to keep up with my solar setup, fridge, and just to keep things clean for upcoming electrical mods.
First, I purchased a new Odyssey Group 31M to replace my regular starting battery. I opted to go with a single battery setup vs. a dual battery setup specifically to keep things simple. I also plan on supplementing this with a solar panel to keep juice flowing to the Indel-B fridge I just picked up.
Odyssey Group 31 Battery Install (in factory tray)
I started out by disconnecting the factory battery cables and removing the OEM battery
Since the new Odyssey is a bit larger, I needed to trim a portion from the OEM battery tray
Muscle the new Odyssey in- looks a little like this
Needed to purchase some Mil-Spec terminals and mated them to the factory terminals. Buttoned everything up.
DISCLAIMER:
When performing this mod, it is important to note that the OEM alternator is not rated high enough to charge the Odyssey to 100% charge. Battery lifespan may suffer if you do not fully charge the Odyssey on a Battery Tender or something similar every so often.
Titanpat57
Senior Member
Electrical/Solar Setup
I've been lagging pretty bad on updating this with some recent additions on account of getting this all ready quickly between work and a big camping trip that we took. I just finished up a big electrical project to keep up with my solar setup, fridge, and just to keep things clean for upcoming electrical mods.
First, I purchased a new Odyssey Group 31M to replace my regular starting battery. I opted to go with a single battery setup vs. a dual battery setup specifically to keep things simple. I also plan on supplementing this with a solar panel to keep juice flowing to the Indel-B fridge I just picked up.
Odyssey Group 31 Battery Install (in factory tray)
I started out by disconnecting the factory battery cables and removing the OEM battery
Since the new Odyssey is a bit larger, I needed to trim a portion from the OEM battery tray
Muscle the new Odyssey in- looks a little like this
Needed to purchase some Mil-Spec terminals and mated them to the factory terminals. Buttoned everything up.
DISCLAIMER:
When performing this mod, it is important to note that the OEM alternator is not rated high enough to charge the Odyssey to 100% charge. Battery lifespan may suffer if you do not fully charge the Odyssey on a Battery Tender or something similar every so often.
I recommend installing a NoCo 10 amp charger under the hood...pretty cheap, does a great job..
NOCO Genius GEN1 10 Amp 1-Bank Waterproof Smart On-Board Battery Charger https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003JSHQW0/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_CoG8wbFM1F45H
weeeee
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Electrical/Solar Setup (continued)
Bussman Fuse Box install
I opted to go with a Bussman Fuse Box setup instead of a Blue Sea fusebox because of the weather sealing and the additional relays. I ordered a pre-made kit from Tacomapros, complete with a Bussman 90A relay, switchbacks (to make wiring in the OTRATTW switches a little easier), and an aluminum plate to hold it all down.
Mounting it all up and drilling holes
Running the cabin harness (which contains the switchback harness to the OTRATTW switches) through the main harness firewall pass-through
Back side of the main harness pass-through- this is where it exits into the interior
Tie it all back into the mil-spec battery terminals on the Odyssey and you're done!
Plugged into the OTRATTW switches
Bussman Fuse Box install
I opted to go with a Bussman Fuse Box setup instead of a Blue Sea fusebox because of the weather sealing and the additional relays. I ordered a pre-made kit from Tacomapros, complete with a Bussman 90A relay, switchbacks (to make wiring in the OTRATTW switches a little easier), and an aluminum plate to hold it all down.
Mounting it all up and drilling holes
Running the cabin harness (which contains the switchback harness to the OTRATTW switches) through the main harness firewall pass-through
Back side of the main harness pass-through- this is where it exits into the interior
Tie it all back into the mil-spec battery terminals on the Odyssey and you're done!
Plugged into the OTRATTW switches
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weeeee
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Electrical/Solar Setup (continued)
National Luna Battery Monitor
Since I have everything running off a single battery, I wanted to make sure that I wasn't left stranded should my battery drop below starting voltage. Even though the Indel-B fridges come with a settable low voltage cutoff, this was just some added insurance to prevent coming back to a dead battery. The National Luna Single Battery Monitor comes with a low voltage alarm and a voltmeter that shows battery charge.
I decided to mount this in the panel next to the factory jack in the trunk.
Adventure Trailers Solar Plug
Also, in preparation for my solar setup, I sourced a solar plug from Adventure Trailers to tie in to the Odyssey battery. Since the panel I'm running has a solar charge controller mounted directly to the panel itself, I can plug it straight into the AT Solar Plug. Also, since it has SAE connectors, I can use it to plug a Battery Tender directly to the battery. I mounted this in the plastic trim on the drivers side windshield.
Started by drilling a hole in the panel
Squeezed some marine sealant on it for added waterproofing
Stainless self tapping hardware
Mounted
When needed, I can simply plug in the solar panel to the AT Solar Plug
National Luna Battery Monitor
Since I have everything running off a single battery, I wanted to make sure that I wasn't left stranded should my battery drop below starting voltage. Even though the Indel-B fridges come with a settable low voltage cutoff, this was just some added insurance to prevent coming back to a dead battery. The National Luna Single Battery Monitor comes with a low voltage alarm and a voltmeter that shows battery charge.
I decided to mount this in the panel next to the factory jack in the trunk.
Adventure Trailers Solar Plug
Also, in preparation for my solar setup, I sourced a solar plug from Adventure Trailers to tie in to the Odyssey battery. Since the panel I'm running has a solar charge controller mounted directly to the panel itself, I can plug it straight into the AT Solar Plug. Also, since it has SAE connectors, I can use it to plug a Battery Tender directly to the battery. I mounted this in the plastic trim on the drivers side windshield.
Started by drilling a hole in the panel
Squeezed some marine sealant on it for added waterproofing
Stainless self tapping hardware
Mounted
When needed, I can simply plug in the solar panel to the AT Solar Plug
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weeeee
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Thanks for the link- that looks a lot slimmer than the Battery Tender. I might have to try it out.
Yep, it feels good to finally get everything on the rig. See you around!
MTN4RNR
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Source? These are gold!
weeeee
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NoLoss Valve Caps - Sierra Expeditions
Make sure you get the plastic ones for TPMS. Shipping is a little unreasonable if you buy them without anything else but you can try giving them a ring and asking for different shipping method. I ended up buying some other stuff through them so the shipping cost wasn't bad.
weeeee
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Indel-B Hinge Flip Mod
I wasn't satisfied with how the Indel-B fridges open up, since it's really difficult to open inside of the car on account of the lid opening. By doing this mod, I flipped the hinges so the lid opens up sideways vs. lengthwise. Now you can open the fridge from the passenger seats, and it will allow you to open the fridge with less clearance between the top of the fridge and the headliner. You should be able to do this mod with any of the fridges (ARB, National Luna, Edgestar, etc.).
You start by removing the handle. Take a screwdriver and move the spring loaded rod to the left.
Closer view of the spring loaded rod to see what you need to push against.
Next, on the left side of the hinge, take a small paperclip or something similar and push against the hole in the hinge to release it. It will need to be somewhat solid, so a smaller paperclip might not work but a larger one will. I used a gun cleaning pick.
Hinge should come off now
Marking and drilling to mount the new hinge hardware
Dremel out a small section of the handle to prevent the handle from locking the lid
Fridge now opens sideways! Don't forget to relocate the limiting strap.
I wasn't satisfied with how the Indel-B fridges open up, since it's really difficult to open inside of the car on account of the lid opening. By doing this mod, I flipped the hinges so the lid opens up sideways vs. lengthwise. Now you can open the fridge from the passenger seats, and it will allow you to open the fridge with less clearance between the top of the fridge and the headliner. You should be able to do this mod with any of the fridges (ARB, National Luna, Edgestar, etc.).
You start by removing the handle. Take a screwdriver and move the spring loaded rod to the left.
Closer view of the spring loaded rod to see what you need to push against.
Next, on the left side of the hinge, take a small paperclip or something similar and push against the hole in the hinge to release it. It will need to be somewhat solid, so a smaller paperclip might not work but a larger one will. I used a gun cleaning pick.
Hinge should come off now
Marking and drilling to mount the new hinge hardware
Dremel out a small section of the handle to prevent the handle from locking the lid
Fridge now opens sideways! Don't forget to relocate the limiting strap.
RedStripeRanger
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Electrical/Solar Setup (continued)
Ok- after seeing this really want to see the rig. I have/am going to do all that you have done but my setup does not look anywhere as clean as yours.
weeeee
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Electrical/Solar Setup (continued)
Renogy 100W Solar Setup
So I wanted to add that I'm running a Renogy 100W solar suitcase to power my single battery setup, which in turn runs my Indel-B fridge and charges other small electronics (i.e my iPad, camera batteries, etc.). I'm getting about 6+ amps per charge in direct sunlight, which equates to about 60-70 watts. I tested this setup over the weekend on my recent Joshua Tree trip, and my battery never dipped below 12.5V the entire weekend.
Here's a link to the panel I have:
http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Monocrystalline-Foldable-Suitcase/dp/B00HR8YNK6/
The nice thing about the Renogy Solar Suitcase is that it packs down nicely into a soft protective cover which makes packing it easy. Also since the charge controller is already mounted inside the solar panel, it negates the need for additional controller. You could run a MPPT solar charge controller for better charging, but the included one works just fine for me.
Solar panel in action
Renogy 100W Solar Setup
So I wanted to add that I'm running a Renogy 100W solar suitcase to power my single battery setup, which in turn runs my Indel-B fridge and charges other small electronics (i.e my iPad, camera batteries, etc.). I'm getting about 6+ amps per charge in direct sunlight, which equates to about 60-70 watts. I tested this setup over the weekend on my recent Joshua Tree trip, and my battery never dipped below 12.5V the entire weekend.
Here's a link to the panel I have:
http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Monocrystalline-Foldable-Suitcase/dp/B00HR8YNK6/
The nice thing about the Renogy Solar Suitcase is that it packs down nicely into a soft protective cover which makes packing it easy. Also since the charge controller is already mounted inside the solar panel, it negates the need for additional controller. You could run a MPPT solar charge controller for better charging, but the included one works just fine for me.
Solar panel in action
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weeeee
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A few friends and I took a camping trip out to Joshua Tree NP to link up with another group from Socal that was there the same weekend. We ended up getting a nice primitive site about 30-45 minutes from the gates, and avoided most of the crowds that were there over the weekend.
Leaving San Jose.
Ran across this sweet Unimog that had literally been all over the globe. Spotted at the local Walmart.
Set up camp. I had a couple friends with me who used the ARB awning + room as their sleeping quarters, which ended up being pretty useful. Got to use the solar setup.
Night shots
Linked up with the rest of the "small" group the next morning
Leaving San Jose.
Ran across this sweet Unimog that had literally been all over the globe. Spotted at the local Walmart.
Set up camp. I had a couple friends with me who used the ARB awning + room as their sleeping quarters, which ended up being pretty useful. Got to use the solar setup.
Night shots
Linked up with the rest of the "small" group the next morning
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