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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by Whitecloud, Aug 9, 2011.

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  1. Jan 8, 2015 at 10:08 PM
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    Whitecloud

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    Whitecloud [OP] Cloudy-fabricator of things

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  2. Jan 9, 2015 at 5:14 AM
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    Subd. You've got some great ideas in here. Stopped in to look at your bumper and found a whole lot of creative stuff goin on. How did you come up with the solar idea? Is it actually enough to power substantial components or just a way to bank power?
     
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  3. Jan 9, 2015 at 5:34 AM
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    We can make you a bumper or panel rack too. The solar was an idea I had to ensure that I always had power to my fridge and whatever accessory stuff I wanted to have. Put it on in preparation for a dual battery setup using the IBS kit. Never had any issues with starts and cranking when I had it on and since I took it off to add that lights and stuff to the rack I have seen a noticeable difference in the time that it spends cranking until it starts. But it really does seem to work well.
     
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  4. Jan 9, 2015 at 5:38 AM
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    I love the how the rack really follows the contours of the roof that's actually exactly what I've been wanting. I've been on a spending spree lately, but maybe this summer I'll hit you up for a the rack.
     
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  5. Jan 9, 2015 at 7:00 AM
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    Well maybe we can work something out. Your artwork is amazing. I'm sure we can work out something.
     
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  6. Jan 9, 2015 at 7:44 AM
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    I'm down for that! Let me know what you'd be interested in.
     
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  7. Jan 9, 2015 at 8:37 AM
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    Sweet. Super busy at the moment but should have some time coming up that we can work something out.
     
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  8. Jan 11, 2015 at 8:15 PM
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    Well that went downhill quickly..........
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    And got one of these on order......Thanks Iggy.
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    Plus just put in an order for a huge chunk of switches for a bunch of my panels.......about 200 bucks worth.
     
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  9. Jan 14, 2015 at 12:46 PM
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    How she sits as of right now........
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  10. Jan 14, 2015 at 2:02 PM
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    What happened to trimming fenders? Going flatbed instead....
     
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  11. Jan 14, 2015 at 11:00 PM
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    Nah. Still trimming the fenders but going to get some other things knocked out as well. Plate the frame, and fab some mounts for on board air and water tanks and a skid for the gas tank. Figured that it is easier to do without the bed on.;)
     
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  12. Jan 17, 2015 at 8:10 AM
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    Wiring is going to suck!!!!!!
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  13. Jan 17, 2015 at 8:29 AM
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    Lol, and I was stressing about wiring up a backup camera:eek: You've got your work cut out for you. Maybe I'll learn somethin! :popcorn:
     
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  14. Jan 17, 2015 at 9:31 AM
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  15. Jan 17, 2015 at 4:43 PM
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    Hahaha yeah it will be long and drawn out for sure. But there will hopefully be lots of pics to show for it.

    For sure buddy.
     
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  16. Jan 20, 2015 at 6:30 PM
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    Got the rest of everything cut off and ready for the plates.....

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    Frame plates laid out and ready to cut in the morning.

    [​IMG]
     
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  17. Jan 21, 2015 at 12:27 PM
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    Damn, awesome build so far. I really like the trim and rhino-liner work you did on the fenders. How did that hold up once you laid it down? Any issues with it chipping or flaking?

    sub'd to see what else I need to add to my list...
     
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  18. Jan 21, 2015 at 2:30 PM
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    holy shit dude!
     
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  19. Jan 21, 2015 at 9:24 PM
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    Thanks. So far with the fenders there has been no flaking or anything. they have held up really well. I'll post some pics of the one area that it is chipping a little and that is on the tire. side so I think it is more rubbing.

    Yeah.......the whole top row is just rockers. They are not all going in.
     
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  20. Jan 22, 2015 at 6:36 AM
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