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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #450 on: April 18, 2019, 11:00:57 PM »
It’s for the folks in the inner city who like to follow to close.  Makes the sudden stop less on your vehicle




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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #451 on: April 18, 2019, 11:17:08 PM »
He’s coming to Utah, better be prepared for tailgating a holes with slow reaction times


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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #452 on: April 18, 2019, 11:35:56 PM »
He’s coming to Utah, better be prepared for tailgating a holes with slow reaction times


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Uh.... legal dopers in Colorado

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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #453 on: April 18, 2019, 11:45:33 PM »
We just have dopes lol


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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #454 on: April 19, 2019, 07:30:14 AM »
Everything looks real good to me. I like to clevis tow hooks on the back. I was going to go with D rings on my truck bumper. But, I think I'm going to copy you instead.
Great idea putting the hose on the cooler.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #455 on: April 19, 2019, 10:54:19 AM »
Surprised hitch wasn’t designed / built into rear bumper.
That was a result of a decision I made during the design process.

And if I can say

Although Brian's bumper thing seemed to turn south somewhat

He built two really nice bumpers
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #456 on: April 19, 2019, 10:58:10 AM »
Well, morning TC complete (Thread check) off to get a freshly coated bumper.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #457 on: April 19, 2019, 11:07:46 PM »
Well, I picked up the bumper, then did absolutely nothing the rest of the day. Had to scoot this evening. Wife threw me a gathering/party. Mexican food, was really nice. I am blessed! Grandkids ate all my ice cream desert! I didn't get a single bite!!!!!

So bumper is still in the back of the truck, guess I'll get to it tomorrow.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #458 on: April 20, 2019, 09:46:36 AM »
Well, I picked up the bumper, then did absolutely nothing the rest of the day. Had to scoot this evening. Wife threw me a gathering/party. Mexican food, was really nice. I am blessed! Grandkids ate all my ice cream desert! I didn't get a single bite!!!!!

So bumper is still in the back of the truck, guess I'll get to it tomorrow.

Grandkids snatched all the ICE CREAM!   :facepalm:  Glad you had a enjoyable day!
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #459 on: April 20, 2019, 01:08:05 PM »
Sounds like heaven
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #460 on: April 20, 2019, 08:14:51 PM »
Here's the bumper when I picked it up at Northern KY Line-X. Bryan foreground is the owner, James is the general manager.

They put out a good product and on time. What more could you ask?
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #461 on: April 20, 2019, 08:16:40 PM »
The bare frontend is no more. The Line-X coated grill is sprayed on both sides
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #462 on: April 20, 2019, 08:18:51 PM »
No sooner did I install the grill, I removed it once again to install the bumper.

It slid right on, the fit was excellent! Such a shame the winch did not fit. Had it, this bumper would have been a perfect 10! Looks spectacular regardless of having a winch or not
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #463 on: April 20, 2019, 08:20:05 PM »
With that snugged up into place, I popped the grill back in, this time for good. Another milestone and project in the bank!
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #464 on: April 20, 2019, 08:21:07 PM »
And just like with the rear bumper, I threw the Clevis links on right away. Just getting things off the shelf and installed is a good feeling
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #465 on: April 20, 2019, 08:22:08 PM »
Next I popped the Hawse head on and snugged its two bolts permanizing that piece
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #466 on: April 20, 2019, 08:26:22 PM »
So that makes the front bumper sort of done. Sort of because i will still need to fabricate the winch cradle, but the next thing is the electrical system.

To review, I will have a rear battery that is connected to the vehicle charging system and battery via a switch. The idea is to disconnect the system at night while the deep cycle battery runs the camping needs. Then when driving, close the circuit and charge the system again.

And I'll be wiring up lights on the rack, the front ones to the high beam, the rear facing lamp to the BU lights, and then some independently switchable lighting for boon docking

Here I am pulling the trigger from the hot side of the high beam to switch the roof lights on.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #467 on: April 20, 2019, 08:29:14 PM »
This cable will originate at the hotside of the battery at that nut that is tapped to supply power to various things. It crosses the front over and back to where Chevy would mount a second battery. I will mount a couple of mega fuses to connect to. One will supply the camping and non driving time needs, and one will supply power to the front winch.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #468 on: April 20, 2019, 08:30:10 PM »
Here are the wires going in:
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #469 on: April 20, 2019, 08:32:04 PM »
From that point I will run a hot wire to several places where it will supply a fuse block that will power various things. The main cable will connect there and travel aft to where it enters the cabin to connect to the disconnect switch, then from there to battery number two

With that done, I replaced the radiator cover, freshly decaled up to finish off that part of the engine removal/modification/ reinstall
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #470 on: April 20, 2019, 08:34:55 PM »
I'm building my own master fuse panel out of a piece of plywood. Once I get it configured, I'll spray it with bed liner and bolt it where the second battery would fit
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #471 on: April 20, 2019, 08:35:46 PM »
Have to get busy ordering some lights to fill those holes!
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #472 on: April 20, 2019, 09:04:16 PM »
Don, all this electrical work, did you finish up the steps and I missed it? Or is that still a too do...

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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #473 on: April 20, 2019, 10:14:17 PM »
Don, all this electrical work, did you finish up the steps and I missed it? Or is that still a too do...
You are paying attention!

I need to connect three wires. You will recall I could not find the correct wire to connect to for the front doors. I needed a multimeter. Actually, I needed a new battery for mine. With all the stuff going on, I just kept forgetting it. However today I finally picked up a new 9VDC battery and can test for the correct wire. Should have that buttoned up in a day or two.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #474 on: April 20, 2019, 10:52:30 PM »
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.

On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?

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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #475 on: April 20, 2019, 10:59:02 PM »
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.

On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?
Actually all he needs is a battery isolator.  It’s automatic.  Will allow it to charge but not drain the primary. Essentially it’s just a big diode


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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #476 on: April 20, 2019, 11:02:37 PM »
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.

On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?
Actually all he needs is a battery isolator.  It’s automatic.  Will allow it to charge but not drain the primary. Essentially it’s just a big diode


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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #477 on: April 21, 2019, 12:33:10 AM »
Definitely isolator. That's what motorhomes, ambulances, and etc use all the time. You can then install a disconnect switch that ties the batteries together in case of emergency.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #478 on: April 21, 2019, 12:34:15 AM »
Don, all this electrical work, did you finish up the steps and I missed it? Or is that still a too do...
You are paying attention!

I need to connect three wires. You will recall I could not find the correct wire to connect to for the front doors. I needed a multimeter. Actually, I needed a new battery for mine. With all the stuff going on, I just kept forgetting it. However today I finally picked up a new 9VDC battery and can test for the correct wire. Should have that buttoned up in a day or two.

Good to hear! And yea as others have said, bumpers look great, even with all the hiccups, God needed you to slow down for some reason.

Saw those electric steps on an F150 today, commented on them to my OIC (wife, as I am technically the 6, few will fully understand that) because our crew cab build is much taller than anticipated. Her being a tiny thing, we will need some flavor of step. Had me thinking about never seeing yours finished.

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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #479 on: April 21, 2019, 11:04:44 AM »
I think the steps are ok in the fairer climates.
Everyone I know that HAD them hated them.
Between mud and ice or a combination of both they stuck down up or somewhere between.

So depending on your AO there is that tidbit.
When they worked they loved them.
I just don't want to wind up missing a digit or limb.  I can sometimes get in a hurry to get results.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #480 on: April 21, 2019, 07:33:03 PM »
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.

On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?


Yea, not a bad idea JR, but I already purchased a BOS (Big ole switch) to handle the chores
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #481 on: April 21, 2019, 07:36:02 PM »
I think the steps are ok in the fairer climates.
Everyone I know that HAD them hated them.
Between mud and ice or a combination of both they stuck down up or somewhere between.

So depending on your AO there is that tidbit.
When they worked they loved them.
Samm has a point. As for mine, been fine throughout the seasons, but we have far, far less snow/cold weather than he does. For a moderate zone 6 condition they are OK.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #482 on: April 21, 2019, 08:14:02 PM »
Utah weather gums them up also.   I think a heated garage might solve some of that issue for me. 


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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #483 on: April 21, 2019, 08:31:51 PM »
OK gents, thanks for the advice. I read that a simple solenoid wired to the hot ignition will be a great solution, so I ordered one. Dirt cheap, Like $20 for a 80/150 amp unit. I'll stick that in there

Good idea...
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #484 on: April 21, 2019, 08:48:52 PM »
You talking a simple starter type solenoid? If so, they aren't designed for 100% duty cycle. The only solenoid designed for constant "on" is a latching solenoid, like motorhomes use.
Still be easier with an isolator.
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #485 on: April 21, 2019, 09:26:37 PM »
the issue with a latching solenoid (at least the one we used on the kaiser) is that it takes a 12V pulse to turn on, then a 12V pulse to turn off. so it can’t just be wired to the ignition.

i can however figure out the type used on the LS scouts my buddies built to turn their winch setups. (LED lighted switch inside to show use/not in use)

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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #486 on: April 21, 2019, 09:50:35 PM »
Here it is from Amazon listing:

Mobile Audio Relay and Battery Isolator
Great for isolating a second batter making it dedicated to the stereo system
Does not create a voltage drop to the second battery like conventional isolators
80 Amps at 12V Continuous Power Handling
150 Amps Surge Power Handling
Handles 80-Amps Continuous and 150-Amp Surges
Durable Weatherproof Construction
For Switching Power Sources and Systems with Heavy Current Draw
Keeps Primary Starting Battery from being Drained
Does Not Create any Voltage Drop to the Secondary Battery
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #487 on: April 21, 2019, 09:51:33 PM »
Boneheads!
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« Reply #488 on: April 21, 2019, 11:07:01 PM »

Well alrighty then
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #489 on: April 22, 2019, 10:46:18 PM »
So more work on the electrical system, series 2.

But first, I bolted on the front wheels and set it down on its suspension for the first time. I think it's a bit taller than with the stock suspension. May even be noticeable...?
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« Reply #490 on: April 22, 2019, 10:48:54 PM »
But both wheels were severely toed outward.

So I adjusted the links all the way in and still had a toe-out condition.

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« Reply #491 on: April 22, 2019, 10:50:52 PM »
I ran into this with the D-max with these baseball bat tie rods. I had to cut a portion off the female end on that truck to make it all fit.

So I quickly removed the fat end and cut a about 5/8" off the thing and threaded it back on. That fixed the misalignment and allowed me to get it straight enough to think about a real alignment.
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« Reply #492 on: April 22, 2019, 10:51:52 PM »
I've had issues with the rubber failing in about a year, and although these are quality parts, I just chucked the rubber boots and installed some new poly boots
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« Reply #493 on: April 22, 2019, 10:52:34 PM »
Bolted it all back up and I'd call that good enough
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #494 on: April 22, 2019, 10:53:57 PM »
So, you may recognize the stainless steel battery box. It once held battery number two in SquareD.

But now it will become a part of Ravin8
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #495 on: April 22, 2019, 10:56:37 PM »
Just forward of the rear axle location is a high and dry area where a 3.5" diameter steel tube crossmember crosses laterally

I grabbed an old 3-link bracket and cut that apart until I got a good base that would both fit the crossmember and provide for a flat to attach the battery box
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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #496 on: April 22, 2019, 10:56:50 PM »
Can’t wait to see this sitting next to your duramax see how much in size difference they have.   It looks really good sitting


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« Reply #497 on: April 22, 2019, 10:58:21 PM »
Next I fashioned up a backing plate from some 1/4" steel, drilled holes and attached the battery box mount using 3.8" stainless hardware
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« Reply #498 on: April 22, 2019, 10:59:03 PM »
Can’t wait to see this sitting next to your duramax see how much in size difference they have.   It looks really good sitting


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Re: 2002 Suburban 2500 build thread, Part 3
« Reply #499 on: April 22, 2019, 11:00:17 PM »
I made a few more adjustments to the base mount
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