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Discussion in '1st Gen. Builds (1995-2004)' started by Phessor, May 31, 2017.

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  1. Sep 27, 2021 at 9:07 PM
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    Arctic Taco

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    Arctic Taco Firefly, Serenity Ed. -Arctic Taco, a slow build

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    :rimshot:
     
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  2. Sep 30, 2021 at 5:28 PM
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    Phessor

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    I ordered these lights for my son's 4Runner, but they didn't fit. So I put them on my ARB bumper and he gets my old lights on his ARB bumper.
    20210930_172254.jpg
     
    Phessor, Sep 30, 2021
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  3. Oct 4, 2021 at 9:16 AM
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    How's the light output ?
     
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  4. Oct 4, 2021 at 10:00 AM
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    Phessor

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    BRIGHT!!!
     
    Phessor, Oct 4, 2021
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  5. Oct 7, 2021 at 5:29 PM
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    Trying something different to free up some space inside of my camper. I put 4 eyebolts in the ceiling and strapped my table top and main cushion to see if that will work.

    20211007_172244.jpg
     
    Phessor, Oct 7, 2021
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  6. Oct 18, 2021 at 6:51 PM
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    To a simpler time...
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    Phessor, Oct 18, 2021
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  7. Oct 23, 2021 at 9:41 PM
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    It's a little compilation of the camping while doing my National Guard drill weekend.20211023_213432.jpg 20211023_213022.jpg 20211023_213118.jpg IMG_20211022_215438_057.jpg 20211022_215848.jpg
     
    Phessor, Oct 23, 2021
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  8. Oct 24, 2021 at 12:20 AM
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    If your looking west in that last pic you can see my work.
     
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  9. Oct 25, 2021 at 12:16 PM
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    Picked up an ARB awning room. It is a little short on my Dobinsons awning. But I feel it will work great as I can still access the side door on my DCU cap.
    Thanks to @Akkording
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    Phessor, Oct 25, 2021
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  10. Nov 3, 2021 at 6:01 PM
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    Have I mentioned that I'm eligible for retirement...
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    Phessor, Nov 3, 2021
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  11. Nov 20, 2021 at 9:47 AM
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    Arctic Taco Firefly, Serenity Ed. -Arctic Taco, a slow build

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    A question, what are you using for lock nuts on the 2nd gen bed rails? While my side rails are occupied with the side panels of the sleeping platform, I am considering some attachments for the front after I shorten it.
     
    Arctic Taco, Nov 20, 2021
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  12. Nov 20, 2021 at 9:49 AM
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    Dalandser ¡Me Gustan Las Tacos-mas!

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    These work on 2nd gens

    $24 Te-Co 41406T Black Oxide 1018 Steel Tapped Through T-Slot Nut, 3/8"-16 TPI, 5/8" Height x 7/8" Width x 9/16" Table Slot (Pack of 5)
    https://www.amazon.com/T-Slot-Finis...W615&pd_rd_i=B009SWGLHW&ref_=pd_bap_m_rp_1_sc
     
    Dalandser, Nov 20, 2021
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  13. Nov 20, 2021 at 10:26 AM
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    This is exactly what I used.
     
    Phessor, Nov 20, 2021
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  14. Nov 20, 2021 at 12:11 PM
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    Arctic Taco Firefly, Serenity Ed. -Arctic Taco, a slow build

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    So another arises as I scroll back through your build thread. What are the dimensions-ballpark or your power distribution top plate? I am working on version 2.0 and planning to mount the ARB 12 compressor underneath this next summer. Mine works fine, just too small, as I am going to add another 60 amp circuit breaker for a future power dist panel in the bed in preparation for a Dometic fridge and a future camper upgrade. Dude your build is hard on my wallet!
     
    Arctic Taco, Nov 20, 2021
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  15. Nov 20, 2021 at 12:12 PM
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    Arctic Taco

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    Arctic Taco Firefly, Serenity Ed. -Arctic Taco, a slow build

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  16. Nov 20, 2021 at 12:54 PM
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    Arctic Taco

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    Arctic Taco Firefly, Serenity Ed. -Arctic Taco, a slow build

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  17. Nov 20, 2021 at 1:55 PM
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    Yes, but I have since centered them on the axle
     
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  18. Nov 20, 2021 at 2:04 PM
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    I'll check when I get home.
     
    Phessor, Nov 20, 2021
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  19. Nov 20, 2021 at 2:12 PM
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    Arctic Taco

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    Love the baby Specter water cans, I picked up a couple in Fairbanks this year on my way south. Pricey but very much worth it, so easy to stow!

    Thanks again for answering all of my questions….
     
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  20. Nov 20, 2021 at 4:11 PM
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    @Arctic Taco Both are 8" x 12" sheet metal from Ace hardware.
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    Phessor, Nov 20, 2021
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