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2251
« on: April 13, 2016, 05:50:53 PM »
I've got air, but only for the front end. haven't developed the Zip Locker for the 14t yet. Grizzlies are consistent, reliable, and passive. my overall choice for duty specific vehicle applications.
2252
« on: April 13, 2016, 10:21:35 AM »
The Amsoil decal held fast, fighting off the vibration and the sun and the spilled gas. It did OK
Sorry to say it Tate, but the Yukon gear decal suffered a partial failure! I am unsure now about things. I need those stickers to properly orient me and make me feel safe!
Don't worry Don, the sticker is covered under warranty and should only set you back a couple watts of power.
2253
« on: April 12, 2016, 10:24:05 AM »
LoL Tate... my plan is to upgrade to some of you folks alloy shafts once completed, and see if I can ruin them. You know, proper farmer durability testing. I think keeping it geared 3.73 or 4.10 will help a little in the front ends durability struggle.
This a Pro Expo build... the focus is on stickers and expensive lights dun't ya know. :D
20hp per sticker, 50 per light bar, gotta be at least 40' wide LED and make sure you put a manufacturer's sticker for every aftermarket part you have on the fender so everyone knows who your sponsors are!
2254
« on: April 12, 2016, 10:22:41 AM »
And worth crossing IMO. 3 sisters. oldest had the "hardest" childhood; responsibilities, chores, punishments. Me, same story, only boy, more is expected, (more was delivered), harder punishments because I should have known better etc. The other two girls basically got away scott free; parents were dabbling in divorce for several years before it finally culminated, and for the "sake of the kids" let them off the hook. They are both a collective mess now, and only myself and my oldest sister are "successful" well adjusted adults. Stick with it.
2255
« on: April 12, 2016, 09:08:48 AM »
HP 14t from T.O.R.C. w/ RCV's sounds like a solid plan, ya know, if you bust the regular front end.
2256
« on: April 12, 2016, 08:57:40 AM »
Mom's upset about the discounted rate or that you're charging him at all? I would say you're on the right track and so is he, it would seem. No free rides, he's no longer a child/dependent, so he needs to contribute IMO. My middle sister just got busted drinking at work, lost the job my Dad got for her at the school dist. and is moving back in with him. She's got her issues, but has been coddled her whole life and at 34 still hasn't gotten her S. together. I say keep up with the approach you have got going there, and good luck to you sir.
2257
« on: April 12, 2016, 08:29:47 AM »
Good food, good flick, good company. Sounds like good medicine to me.
2258
« on: April 11, 2016, 12:43:18 PM »
this is the underside of the stairs at completion. nothing fancy, just better than it was.
2259
« on: April 11, 2016, 12:42:15 PM »
Completed a few Honey-do's. under the stairs was a mess, so that had to go. re-stacked the kindling and leveled the dirt, add a couple pavers and gravel to complete the transformation.
then got the two little side gardens, and her flower gardens prepped for color.
2260
« on: April 11, 2016, 08:26:16 AM »
"OH Sh#$!"
2261
« on: April 08, 2016, 05:31:37 PM »
Don,
Don't forget poor Hillarious! She would be quite upset at being left out!
I see what you did there ;)
2262
« on: April 08, 2016, 04:17:04 PM »
Yesterday at the restaurant, I banged out 12 fried chicken dinners, 15 burgers and 5 pizzas between 6-9. Then the grease trap on the main grey line clogged and the snake I pulled out of the tool room had rusted solid from the great tool care that was given previously. I then punched out and went home. tonight I'm cooking for 12+ at my friends place down on the waterfront at sunset. I'm sure that will suck, lol.
2263
« on: April 07, 2016, 11:20:22 AM »
Between the Wildcat and the Zeke, I'd go Wildcat, however I have more love for the P-47.
p-47 x2
2264
« on: April 05, 2016, 05:03:38 PM »
Those look like great references, thanks Charles. Planning is still in full swing while budget is under review. I'll update when there's news.
2265
« on: April 05, 2016, 04:43:13 PM »
closed camp, weekend action. me, Vietnam vet range master, and some other O.A. guys.
2266
« on: April 05, 2016, 01:32:51 PM »
Welcome!
2267
« on: April 05, 2016, 01:30:38 PM »
Afternoon sir. Welcome to the fray!
2268
« on: April 05, 2016, 01:28:54 PM »
God created us differently for reasons. My wife is a freakin' Kodiak grizzly, and if you threaten her kids she will beat you to death with your own arms, but wouldn't know what to do to defend herself in the same situation. Our innate instincts to protect them also factors in and could be catastrophic. If I had an Ironman competition that involved shooting, driving, off road course, welding, bucking hay bales, and boxing, I might pick Kay over some "men" I know, and I know I could depend on my wife for some of those activities as well but she can't help passing out at the sight of blood. Stones count, for sure. But I wouldn't pick me to be left tackle against the Razorbacks at 5'10" 170. Heart can only get one so far.
2269
« on: April 05, 2016, 12:27:38 PM »
I don't really think so, I think they're just practicing for when they have no choice in the matter.
2270
« on: April 05, 2016, 11:48:53 AM »
I may do a stump removal how-to latter this spring. All you need is a stump, a cordless drill with a auger bit, a stick of TnT and something to hide behind.
At the scout camp I worked on the rifle range at, we had several stumps that needed removin'. drill, black powder, tannerite targets for safe distance ignition, loads of fun!
2271
« on: April 04, 2016, 10:46:55 AM »
x2 on this. Working for Les Schwab tires for years, I saw MOST cross drilled rotors crack unless they were on little Hondas. Vented rotors are good for dissipating heat, but I've seen them warp more often than not, and they squeal like the dickens. the hardness of the metal on OE and corresponding pad composition of OE seems to be the perfect storm for "last forever" brakes IMO
2272
« on: March 31, 2016, 04:42:11 PM »
I like the idea a lot, and on the right hand side of the house I was planning a cedar fence with a gate and pergola over the gate, so that would match up nice. I already made her a flagstone walkway from the front to the back patio and firepit. good contribution, thank you. Gotcha. I like the looks of that. Details like that can add a lot to a property. Good luck with it!
Just don't set up one of those Chinamen ladder scenarios with ladders on rolling scaffolding to reach the peak! haha.
Dad's a painter/maintenance guy w/ all the correct equipment, we'll be safer than a union job!
2273
« on: March 31, 2016, 12:52:12 PM »
Shingles is more accurate. This is not my place, but something along these lines is what we're shooting for.
This is my place. The Maple is gone now, and we're looking at doing the stone paneling on either side an in between the garage doors from the top of the doors down. I want the shingles at the dormer above the main window and above the porch. we already have natural wood soffit up there, and I would take the cedar stain up the columns to the porch roof.
2274
« on: March 31, 2016, 10:50:57 AM »
Your place, Blaine's, all inspiring, and we have a brand new house finishing up exterior trim work next door to us. I don't feel like our place looks dated now, but once this place is done it will look almost out of place if we don't update it. My Dad's a pretty solid all around construction type fella and he learnt me gud, so we should be fine. I just appreciate the wealth of knowledge here for insider tips etc. and this is my only form of "social media" that I participate in, so share away I shall.
2275
« on: March 31, 2016, 09:34:54 AM »
Great feedback guys, thank you. I'll be removing sections of the hardi to install the façade, adding tyvek under the façade and also including a drip edge, sill, whatever it's called in stone above the rock panels. With WA weather, I don't want any water issues so there will be plenty of caulk involved. checking out colors and patterns of stone this weekend.
2276
« on: March 30, 2016, 06:52:19 PM »
you may need to machine out the retention boss that holds the little bronze support bearing for the extreme inner shaft. in some 00-02 designs that's in the way, but in others there is no CAD system at all, and it already has a solid axle. for those reasons we listed it to 99 only as a direct fit kit, but I've done several pull trucks 00+ that worked just fine.
Oh, good to know. That's definitely on the list for a future upgrade. Would it be good to switch to manual locking hubs at that point as well?
if you're at all concerned about longevity of the front end I would. With the CAD delete, the whole assembly will be constantly rotating. with the spin free kit, you will have manual control, you'll be on spindles and bearings rather than unit bearings, and would be stronger at the corners.
2277
« on: March 30, 2016, 06:00:21 PM »
you may need to machine out the retention boss that holds the little bronze support bearing for the extreme inner shaft. in some 00-02 designs that's in the way, but in others there is no CAD system at all, and it already has a solid axle. for those reasons we listed it to 99 only as a direct fit kit, but I've done several pull trucks 00+ that worked just fine.
2278
« on: March 30, 2016, 05:45:05 PM »
So we're on our 9th anniversary today, and have decided that our gift to each other is to update the house. Built in 2004, the hardiplank siding is holding up just fine, but is looking pretty dated. She wants to add some stained cedar shake to the dormers and some faux rock siding on the face of the house. this stuff is what we're looking at http://www.fauxpanels.com/regency-stone/styles-stacked-stone.php?color=32. by the time we're done, it will look a little more like Kyle's new place, styling wise. I'll be staining the porch and pillars to match the cedar shake. I'm a little early posting, as we haven't even decided on material sources, or colors, but I wanted to throw it out there to see if there are any veterans here that can guide/warn me of what I'm in for. I've done stuff like this before, but never dealt with hardiplank, and removing sections of it has me admittedly nervous. I don't want to re-do something for no reason.
2279
« on: March 30, 2016, 05:10:02 PM »
Alright Ken. My Dad and stepmother have a place in Scottsdale. I'll set up a time and place and keep it for myself. any suggestions on the Camaro? ;D
2280
« on: March 30, 2016, 05:08:34 PM »
I agree on all counts. I think that I will try to incorporate as many items in the future as possible to help with tech, because honestly, I've been doing this for so long I just take for granted that what I know the avg. person knows too. Yesterday I had a customer ask if I had the little spikey round thingy that the long metal piece the wheel is connected to goes through. Took me a few minutes to explain axle side gears, or even the concept of spider gears. She was calling for her husband who I could hear hollering at her from the next room. I told her she could put him on the phone if she preferred, but that seemed to make her nervous. Strange folks, but it reminded me even the simplest things sometimes need explaining.
2281
« on: March 30, 2016, 05:01:11 PM »
I will keep you all posted on his decision, and get some pics of course.
2282
« on: March 30, 2016, 02:42:01 PM »
hey, it's dad's budget not mine, i'll run it past him worst he can say is no.
2283
« on: March 30, 2016, 01:40:28 PM »
Just re-ran the all new wiring harness but did not make any provisions for EFI; can these motors be run w/ carbs? if not, then i'll be focusing on the best of what I have to work with. if so, TELL ME MORE!
2284
« on: March 30, 2016, 01:19:12 PM »
Dad and I are shopping powerplants right now on the '69, so I guess it still fits into what we want to have? 1969 ss Camaro new touring suspension setup w/ tremec 5spd w/ small block in mind. Any friendly suggestions? I'm thinking 383 longblock, alum heads, roller cam/rockers, performance intake around 350-400hp is a the goal.
2285
« on: March 30, 2016, 10:54:33 AM »
I have 2 friends that are carpenters. At one time or another we had them out helping build stuff on the farm. They both use Milwaukee. They both also said do not buy tools from big box stores. Menard's or home depot etc. Go to a actual tool store. We have a tool depot here. They cost more but last longer. They both claim that if you take 2 identical saws. One from big box store and one from a real tool store. The one from the tool store will out last the the other every time.
^^^^^THIS! Smaller tool stores tools have always outlasted big box in my experience. I still have my dad's worm drive skill, and I've gone through one in 3 years or less from new production. I think big box buys lesser quality versions to keep costs down or something, but they just seem to be less sturdy.
2286
« on: March 29, 2016, 02:31:50 PM »
Just added a very relevant video I should probably link to the DMAX forum on how to identify which GM 14 bolt differential your vehicle has. I'm sure newtomegmc would have something to say about it, but it should answer any GM 14 bolt related questions between identifying the 9.5, 10.5 or the 11.5". Any feedback would be appreciated.
2287
« on: March 29, 2016, 11:13:05 AM »
5.38's it is then;-)
2288
« on: March 29, 2016, 11:02:24 AM »
Here are a couple very useful ratio calculators for Jeep JK specific year range and power plants.
2289
« on: March 29, 2016, 10:58:01 AM »
Gearing makes a world of difference and doesn't affect emissions, just saying, not sellin'. '08 the great bailout was in effect, and the motor/trans were set up for optimal one time, downhill, no interior, wind at their back MPG guesstimates hwy so they could meet their EPA requirements linked to their bailout. 2012 and later fixed some of those issues, but the earlier 07-11 were severely underpowered because of this. To put in in perspective, a NON rubicon running 35" rubber and an auto trans REQUIRES 5.13 just to get out of its own way, whereas a 2012 auto w/ 35" 4.56 is almost too much and more of a performance setup. I'll post some JK ratio charts in powertrain for reference.
2290
« on: March 29, 2016, 10:28:24 AM »
I was just quoting Alan Jackson to DOT up your thread... :P
2291
« on: March 28, 2016, 04:41:22 PM »
Yeah, I got a little more than miffed when they showed my overhead, w/ trailer and vehicles, how the woods surrounds my place on 3 sides, places of ingress/egress etc.
2292
« on: March 28, 2016, 04:31:29 PM »
Crazy 'bout a Mercury...
2293
« on: March 28, 2016, 09:49:36 AM »
2294
« on: March 28, 2016, 09:42:25 AM »
I also removed the housing with the CAD fork and vacuum actuator assembly. It wasn't engaging before, and I personally think doing it with vacuum lines is a little silly. I think I'm going to do the simple mod that will keep the CAD locked, and then all I have to do for 4wd is shift the lever in the transfer case. Should change the gear oil while I'm at it, it looks a little on the cloudy side.
If you get tired of that CAD system, I have figured out how to convert the late model 32 spline to 35 w/ a spider gear set along with this guy: https://www.yukongear.com/productdetails.aspx?ProdID=12143
2295
« on: March 25, 2016, 06:06:58 PM »
Sorry to bring up a sore subject. The lavender put Sophie to sleep, glad to hear he's recuperating.
2296
« on: March 25, 2016, 12:06:07 PM »
My old corp yard got nailed for a $50K fine when they topped off a skid with non dyed fuel. Even though they pay the tax separate the feds said no.
I run a 5gal jug of Soy oil through my Max all time. That and 40+ ULSD gives me a 15% bio mix.
And it gives you untold protection to the HPIP. Soy is the single best lubricant for the highly stressed pumps in these common rail motors
just straight up soy oil, like fryer oil/cooking oil? what's the ratio to the 25 gal diesel?
2297
« on: March 25, 2016, 10:26:59 AM »
smoked meatloaf.... magic.
2298
« on: March 25, 2016, 09:51:03 AM »
My wife's Epsom salts, (less the fru fru lavender scent) really help un-knot my back when it's jacked up. Just a thought there buddy.
2299
« on: March 24, 2016, 02:25:16 PM »
I like it.
2300
« on: March 24, 2016, 02:21:22 PM »
How's little E? Sophie had the croup cough for a bit, no fun. try a little lavender oil in the humidifier to calm him down.
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