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7451
« on: October 26, 2014, 12:50:17 AM »
I guess I should've called this a build thread. :o ..On to the next project. As anyone with a SXS knows, it's tough to keep the dust from boiling up from the rear of the machine. The crews are even worse, especially for the rear passengers. There's really only a couple ways to "cure" this, and I use that word loosely....you can refrain from putting in a full front windshield and try to stay out of bad weather, or install some form of rear windshield. When I purchased this thing, I wanted the best for up front...something that wouldn't scratch when wiping it off or break when driving thru mesquite thickets. I chose a factory glass full flip up windshield that also has a stop, when about 6", open that reduces the low pressure inside, keeping most dust out at speeds up to 25mph. This is fine and dandy for those rainless 75* days when just putting around the desert.....but I have an elk hunt coming up in late November at 6500-7000ft elevation. To end this novel : I decided to build a rear dust screen instead of buying one (next time I might just buy one). ...started off with an old aluminum business sign and started cutting it to fit the lower part of the cab, behind the front of the bed (where most of the dust enters) ...trial fitment and contoured edges...forgot about the recently fabbed mudflaps also in this pic (NOTE to Polaris; these should have forward mudflaps from the factory!!!). I got tired of cleaning out a mud caked fuel tank. the hole in the center is an air breather for the belt drive system.
7452
« on: October 26, 2014, 12:26:50 AM »
.....so I talked my buddy into buying them from me so I could get these... ...these are rear tires. The one on the left is the same as factory (numbers wise) 26x11x12, and the new ones are 27x12x12. Much better.
7453
« on: October 26, 2014, 12:22:21 AM »
Ordered some new shoes, sight unseen. They turned out to be smaller than advertised, and smaller than the originals. The crew is long and low to start with, so I was quite disappointed with the purchase.......
7454
« on: October 25, 2014, 02:26:29 PM »
You still have a cooler in the radiator Bobby. I edited my post up there also.
7455
« on: October 25, 2014, 02:19:24 PM »
It would be easier to use the pump that's in the trans, officially known as the "hoot" method. Take the lines off of the radiator, put hoses on them, put one in an empty bucket (the pressure/outlet!...usually the lower one on the radiator), the other in a bucket full of new fluid. Not only does this way get all of the old fluid out, it gently flushes it. Other option would be to just put the outlet in a bucket, start it, let run a couple-to-a-few seconds, add same amount of new thru dipstick, and repeat. First way is better so you won't run the pump dry. ...and then there's the most common way. Drop the pan and filter so you get the most fluid out, and go every 30k with a drain and refill, and every other time do the filter/pan drop. This is the way I do it because usually I see people going 80k+ before they bring it in for service. If I were to flush those cars, putting that much new trans fluid in all at once (think very high detergent) it could potentially cause issues (that I of course would be blamed for), breaking down varnish and build up in solenoids, valves and whatever else.
7456
« on: October 25, 2014, 02:04:25 PM »
Thank you kind sir, uhh, I mean Don. haha
7457
« on: October 24, 2014, 10:27:59 PM »
Decided to build my own spare tire mount. Just wanted something different. Had some scrap 1" rigid conduit and a bender....slicing, dicing, and welding is all it took.
7458
« on: October 23, 2014, 09:09:06 PM »
I have the small hypertherm 30 and it's great for "household" use, up to 3/16"....1/8" easily, super lightweight, 220 or 110v.
7459
« on: October 23, 2014, 11:47:44 AM »
JOKER, hmm, sounds familiar.
...oh yeah, JJ! welcome to the bestest site in the world!
7460
« on: October 21, 2014, 09:39:42 PM »
That is one good lookin' engine. Been so long, I forgot what it looked like!
7461
« on: October 20, 2014, 08:45:19 PM »
Yuuummmmy.
7462
« on: October 20, 2014, 08:43:08 PM »
Welcome Mr Gene!
7463
« on: October 19, 2014, 12:21:35 PM »
Welcome!
7464
« on: October 18, 2014, 01:03:53 AM »
save
7465
« on: October 13, 2014, 06:36:21 PM »
Did you add any heat shielding where you trimmed for the muffler? Looks like composite of some type.
Maybe turbo the bikes,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Yes, I added some matting, but only for when the bed is tilted up. Every time I tilted the bed to show someone the outcome, and the muffler was hot, it melted plastic onto the muffler. :(
7466
« on: October 11, 2014, 11:11:16 PM »
Thanks Ashley! how's it goin'? Good to see you here!!
7467
« on: October 11, 2014, 11:08:08 PM »
Don, I was reading up on a gator forum, and from what I gathered, there isn't a whole lot in the way of gator performance parts out there. Now, I guess there is a Power Commander 5 (like what I used) for it, but not for a turbo setup. To tune it correctly, it needs to use a pressure (map) sensor, that came with my version. With the one made for the gator, you would have to add a sensor to the analog input (not difficult), input the sensor's range, and build your own fuel maps (Power commander doesn't list a turbo gator map and I couldn't locate one anywhere on the web). As far as the clutch goes, after today, I would say the new clutch made the most difference out of the mods done. Turbo specs: 95-99 Mitsubishi eclipse or 95-98 eagle talon factory turbos. Garrett T25 60 trim 405cfm the dimensions Tyeler gave me (off of a turbo rebuilder's site) did not match mine. His dimensions were: 1.66"/42 mm inlet 2.14/54.4mm outlet ...I used 2" boots on both the inlet (from air cleaner) and outlet (to throttle body) Here is one of a couple listed on fleebay right now: http://www.ebay.com/itm/95-99-mitsubishi-eclipse-garrett-t25-turbo-/251668822310
7468
« on: October 09, 2014, 11:05:23 PM »
Ken, don't disagree in a post EOTWAWKI situation. However, in the real world, discharging a round often carries with it about $40,000 in legal fees if you get rung up by the grand jury, which it only takes a couple of bleeding heart liberals to turn the tide.
If you discharge a non lethal round first, it helps set the table for the assertion that lethal force was the last resort and thus you were not "out for a kill"
I am of little use to my family if I am behind bars.
Dang Tex, I thought you lived in the wild state of Texas, where men run around (legally) shooting people over personal property, open doors for women, and drive huge trucks! was I dreaming? haha Just kidding, you make a valid (mature) point. I usually don't think that far ahead, just ask my wife.
7469
« on: October 09, 2014, 10:45:46 PM »
HAHAHA the Navy guys are just disappointed about the cursing :-X I have self control
We'll see about that! ;D ...and I don't think it's Navy specific when it comes to cursing.
7471
« on: October 07, 2014, 09:45:35 AM »
nice
7472
« on: October 07, 2014, 12:14:21 AM »
Done!!! ..This is a pic of the muffler during mockup.....forgot to take one after final assembly.
7473
« on: October 07, 2014, 12:09:16 AM »
7474
« on: October 06, 2014, 11:57:28 PM »
This little gem was made to hold the 3 bar map sensor that came with the tuner, that will measure boost. It will be placed directly in front of the turbo. I originally placed it close to the throttle body, about 10" from the compressor housing, and the pulsations from the engine's intake valves where affecting the sensor's readings bad enough that the system wouldn't tune properly. Moving it back to the turbo helped considerably. Here is the Map sensor that came with the tuner: ...and mated together:
7475
« on: October 06, 2014, 11:49:23 PM »
Next was taping off and plugging holes on the turbo itself. It received a beadblast treatment, making it as happy as my wife at a day spa. ...then a healthy coat (actually 4) of urethane. While I was at it, all of the spots on the ranger that where welded upon, received the same. The turbo was then assembled. Note to self: mark everything next time. :( The inlet pipe, which wraps around a section of frame, was wrapped with high temp header wrap, then tied off with stainless straps.
7476
« on: October 06, 2014, 11:40:14 PM »
Originally I wanted the high temp parts ceramic coated black, and the 'cold' parts something like bright orange just for fun. I soon learned there is separate charges for different colors, so I decided to do them all in ceramic. After talking with the owner about this "special" coating that he uses on pistons, valves, turbos, etc.(including his airplane and gyro copters) that holds in heat better than anything on the market, we went with that. It also looks kinda cool, almost an olive drab/metallic color. While I had it apart, I realized that the main welded support for the turbo (1/4" angle) would make it impossible to remove the transmission, if that day where to come. It was chopped out and made removable with 3 large bolts.
7477
« on: October 06, 2014, 11:31:04 PM »
After running the ranger for a couple weeks, allowing the Autotune to do it's job, I was completely impressed with the outcome. Smooth and very driveable. Next, I loaded up 4 of my buddies plus myself, and took to the desert with 100* ambient temp. No overheating (although we haven't tried the mountains yet), plenty of power, and she even spins BOTH rear tires (in dirt). That may not sound like much, but it would never do that, even with just myself in the vehicle....not even around a corner! So, with testing and tuning complete, I felt it was time for some paint and powder coating. Here's a pic of all of the pieces laid out, and marked with the different colors I thought I would like them coated.....until I received the price quote. I decided to smooth out the compressor housing before coating:
7478
« on: October 03, 2014, 10:33:21 AM »
Still need to freeze though???
Electricity??
My brother has a 12v/120v version, from cabelas I think. We use it when we go bass fishing. Whatever we don't eat at the lake gets sliced and bagged, then put on ice.....no mess at home. I use a large (120v only) at home for large game. I can't stand the thought of paying someone to butcher, because my dad was a pro cutter before he passed, and I'm sure he would turn in his grave! May not work at the end of the world, but sure works now!
7479
« on: October 03, 2014, 10:21:40 AM »
Awesome to say the least.
7480
« on: October 02, 2014, 10:40:29 AM »
I personally don't believe in "less than lethal". If it's a situation that's bad enough for me to have to point a gun at someone, I don't want my rounds to bounce. I can see the usefulness in LE, but for me, no. So, Someone's out back stealing a chicken because he's starving? ok, he might get a warning shot (or a leg wound). Raping a daughter (anyone's)? A few to the chest.
Go ahead guys, start whipping on me.
7481
« on: October 01, 2014, 02:04:02 PM »
Hey Mike, how's it goin out there? Welcome to the site!!
7482
« on: September 30, 2014, 06:36:58 PM »
Pocket change brotha, pocket change. haha
There's got to be a way, a much cheaper way. I have the utmost confidence in big D...I'm sure he'll come up with something cool, as long as he (you) doesn't use wood!!
7483
« on: September 30, 2014, 03:37:44 PM »
That's a cool link. I especially like the pneumatic ones!
7484
« on: September 29, 2014, 04:24:50 PM »
Bobby, snap out of it!!! come back to us!!!
7485
« on: September 29, 2014, 12:46:58 PM »
You guys do realize what kind of truck that is, right? (it's a dodge)...or was there a different "beauty" in the pic somewhere? :pokeintheface hahahaha
7486
« on: September 26, 2014, 09:42:34 PM »
It sounds like you did alright! Speaking of Ashley, I haven't seen him (here) yet. I miss conversing with him.
7487
« on: September 26, 2014, 05:22:32 PM »
I'm not in to tundras....but...that was an awesome setup, and I bet you enjoyed it!
7488
« on: September 25, 2014, 11:15:06 PM »
Prayer sent.
7489
« on: September 25, 2014, 11:09:12 PM »
Definitely. By the time I found him, I was burnt out....I was extremely happy to see my brother drive up in that thing.
7490
« on: September 25, 2014, 09:11:37 PM »
Truth be told, it was a bad shot. I got the the wind speed wrong. Because of that one deer, and a couple miles tracking to find him, I now have a much better (turreted)scope and have been practicing a thousand yrds. My days of using Kentucky for elevation are over.(still gotta work on the windage)
7491
« on: September 25, 2014, 03:15:34 PM »
Tall Fescue Dominance !!!
First time I ever saw a truck needing to be winched downhill...
hahahhahhahahahah
7492
« on: September 25, 2014, 09:05:44 AM »
Other than crushing cars, we've taken it to the desert a few times, which is right across the street from my house....usually load the girls up in the back, and just put around. Makes a nice platform for watching fireworks also. Other than making a for a good GTHD vehicle, I'm not too sure why I got it...just always wanted a deuce, and this (larger version) came up locally.
7493
« on: September 24, 2014, 11:44:30 PM »
Post up your Elk, Deer, Hog, or any other split toed animal. Here's my most recent, taken last year. It's a young muley, not a trophy by any means, but tasty none the less. Taken close to the Mexican border, rolling grasslands w/mesquite draws (where a guy can glass for several miles). Weapon: .300 weatherby mag Ammo: 180gr barnes ttsx Distance: 620yds.
7494
« on: September 24, 2014, 10:15:37 PM »
Hmm. Gonna have to look into some of those. Daggummit, now this site is going to cost me money!
7495
« on: September 24, 2014, 10:11:32 PM »
OW, you think Don has even had his in 4wd? seriously? :)
7496
« on: September 23, 2014, 08:52:23 PM »
I love those trucks!
One of the cheapest, easiest to aquire mil vehicles available since they're being phased out! (although 3-5mpg is a little hard to swallow).
7497
« on: September 23, 2014, 05:04:26 PM »
I second the motion. He's a good guy for sure, and I also have had the pleasure of dealing(s) with him.
7498
« on: September 23, 2014, 03:06:15 PM »
Alright a familiar face to add to the list !! Welcome aboard Willie. Ken
7499
« on: September 22, 2014, 01:00:55 PM »
We had a slack day at the shop and this was the result. Malibu didn't fair so well. I had Tyeler mount his go-pro to the car, but it went dead not long into the mayhem. The video has cell phones spliced in, so it isn't that great. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pac0euVwHDo
7500
« on: September 21, 2014, 08:00:23 PM »
Awesome job OW...great work. Have you hit the rack in the last few days? Lol
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