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Taczilla's Build... Nothing Fancy, Just a Work Limo... STOLEN!... maudit tabernacle!

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by taczilla, Apr 5, 2015.

  1. Dec 8, 2016 at 5:47 PM
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    Nice! How bad was the big 3? Its on my list long list, but I am not too worried about it yet. Did you get a bigger alternator as well?
     
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  2. Dec 8, 2016 at 5:50 PM
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    taczilla [OP] I intend to live forever; so far.... so good!

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    Waddyamean?
     
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  3. Dec 8, 2016 at 5:51 PM
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    Sorry, should have been more clear. What I meant was how bad is the install? Sorry, getting close to bed time....
     
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  4. Dec 8, 2016 at 6:22 PM
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    taczilla [OP] I intend to live forever; so far.... so good!

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    The install is going to be pretty straight forward, but I tried to be too fancy the first time and split open the harness to try and remove the OEM starter/alternator wires and insert the new wires. I hit a roadblock and backed off. That is just too involved, when I can merely isolate the ends of the old wires and tuck them away out of sight. I resealed the main harness and will now run the new wires along it and wrap them in heat tape where they pass near the manifold.

    I'll post pics of the before, during and after install.
     
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  5. Dec 17, 2016 at 4:13 PM
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    i really love these tail lights and want them for my 2015 but seem to be having trouble finding them. Any idea what thats all about? ive found them compatible up to 2014 but im wondering if theres a difference in 15....?
     
  6. Dec 17, 2016 at 4:19 PM
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    I am pretty sure that they are compatible, as the plug harness/mounting bolts are the same.
     
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  7. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:52 PM
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    taczilla [OP] I intend to live forever; so far.... so good!

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    It actually was pretty straight forward. I have a copy of the install directions and a labelled pic if you want to build your own Big 3. No alternator, as I already have the 140 amp tow package.

    Northstar.jpg
     
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  8. Jan 15, 2017 at 7:15 AM
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    May have to bother you for the instructions. I haven't scene a need to upgrade alternators (no tow package in my truck) yet, by if it craps out I may just upgrade as I am sure it will be similarly priced.
     
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  9. Jan 15, 2017 at 4:11 PM
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    taczilla [OP] I intend to live forever; so far.... so good!

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    Will PM info in a bit.

     
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  10. Jan 16, 2017 at 5:50 PM
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    Thanks again for this. Really appreciate it. Hopefully I'll see ya soon and get some cheat notes off ya.
     
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  11. Jan 16, 2017 at 6:45 PM
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    taczilla [OP] I intend to live forever; so far.... so good!

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    Hey, no problem. I'll hit you up for tips on the winch install.

    I'm almost finished a Fire Extinguisher/hatchet/limb saw holder that fits in the bed rail. Was working on it this evening. Just waiting for the wrinkle paint to dry before I put it all together. ;)
     
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  12. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:19 PM
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    That mount looks good! I just bought another pair of quick fist too and want to start playing with my welder to fab some bracket. Maybe i'll have some inspiration with yours lol
     
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  14. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:52 PM
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    @ChadsPride ! You not supposed to be liking anything tonight man!!
     
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  15. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:54 PM
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    Haha!!! It's not her actual birthday juuuuuuust yet.
     
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    Yeah but haven't you said it was her night? Or only dinner?...
     
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  17. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:57 PM
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    Sheeeeeeiiiiit. Every night is her night haha!!!

    She's packing for our trip this weekend. I need to do the same

    Got a bunch of parts I'm taking to Houston to unload. Also TW Expressing a tailgate for a member
     
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  18. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:58 PM
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    taczilla [OP] I intend to live forever; so far.... so good!

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    Should I add '... and BS' to my thread title?
     
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  19. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:58 PM
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    Um, yeah. :notsure:
     
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  20. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:59 PM
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    Happy Birthday to her! :thumbsup:
     
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