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2651
« on: June 18, 2016, 10:56:53 AM »
We haven't made the switch yet. When I went for the trials in October they see saying 2017, and most recently they are still saying the same.
Prior to our new libtard in charge we were going to be gifted them if we could legally purchase firearms. Time will tell now with our new government.
2652
« on: June 17, 2016, 10:04:03 PM »
So I picked up the new safe from Cabelas. Good thing I too the unnecessary stuff out.  Will be a couple weeks before install. I'm off to HH6's parents for a 50th anniversary party and an early 75th for her pops. After these festivities off to BC for a change of command ceremony and week of shooting.
2653
« on: June 16, 2016, 09:41:01 PM »
That is cool! And so is what's in it too! Oh yeah, got sidetracked by the Gentleman there. Drove back out today. Hasn't rained much and the road is firmer. Not better though. Was happy to see the addition of some rock to the muck holes.  Yes it's 2", but as aweful as it is, it will help firm things up some.
2654
« on: June 16, 2016, 12:47:57 PM »
Chief, are you braiding back the cable loops or just the loop and the crimp.
I've found over the years the plain loop with the crimp slips.
If you don't know how it's dirt simple. And if you do this would be for those who don't.
Unwind three of the strands off the cable until you have enough on each to make the size of loop you want plus a bit for a crimp or clamp. Form the loop with the main cable back on itself, and rewind the three loose strands back on from the opposite side of the loop. May take a couple attempts to get the 'lay' right.
You end up with a very minimized net strength loss, but more importantly it won't slip.
And another wicked looking set of clouds.
Yes, Samual, I have done it hammer n' crimp style.
It's OK my friend, I'm sure I will destroy those on a recurring basis.
The cable stays I am using will never have the lifespan to start working.
My best guess is a sneaky white oak branch that hooks one while I'm looking the other way. 66HP + 4WD + Low-Low gears will more than likely overcome a 1/8" cable rather easily.
But I can hope!
Fact of the matter you're likely better off this way now that I remember you operating style... Slippage may save headaches, possibly literally!
2655
« on: June 16, 2016, 12:11:00 AM »
Chief, are you braiding back the cable loops or just the loop and the crimp.
I've found over the years the plain loop with the crimp slips.
If you don't know how it's dirt simple. And if you do this would be for those who don't.
Unwind three of the strands off the cable until you have enough on each to make the size of loop you want plus a bit for a crimp or clamp. Form the loop with the main cable back on itself, and rewind the three loose strands back on from the opposite side of the loop. May take a couple attempts to get the 'lay' right.
You end up with a very minimized net strength loss, but more importantly it won't slip.
And another wicked looking set of clouds.
2656
« on: June 15, 2016, 08:48:18 PM »
Ammo is like money, the only way to save it is to forget you have it...... ;D
How true is that! Now if I could only forget where they are...
2657
« on: June 15, 2016, 05:07:42 PM »
Good info Bear. I had not considered clear, but may now just for cleaning purposes.
So having heard what you used, I'm hopeful that I'll have enough to do both with the one kit.
No tubes, just a lot of surface area.
My supplier gave me the kit for 166, which was far better than anywhere else I found it. Stupid weak dollar, and price gouging on the most part. I'd seen them over 300 at some places, and was like NO!
You will be fine with 1 kit for front and rear. There is almost as much surface material on that tubing as there is on the actual bumper and there is a lot of waste. I would advice you to prime the back really well, making sure you get into all the nooks and pockets you might have from any framing members/ gussets. That way you don't need to waste a bunch of the liner product trying to cover those areas. Using all 4 bottles I basically have 3-1/2 coats on all of the bumper including the tubing.
The back actually already has a coat of liner on it. Ran short of multiple coats, brushed into the corners etc so should have a good base as long as it sticks. The front is going to be a complete strip and start over, as the rocks and salt did a number on the paint.
2658
« on: June 15, 2016, 11:09:26 AM »
Nice find!
Thanks Nate
2659
« on: June 15, 2016, 11:04:39 AM »
I'm In the same boat, well kind of.
Definitely adding to the chaches as quickly as I can.
Also thinking about 6" PVC...
2660
« on: June 15, 2016, 11:03:16 AM »
Good info Bear. I had not considered clear, but may now just for cleaning purposes.
So having heard what you used, I'm hopeful that I'll have enough to do both with the one kit.
No tubes, just a lot of surface area.
My supplier gave me the kit for 166, which was far better than anywhere else I found it. Stupid weak dollar, and price gouging on the most part. I'd seen them over 300 at some places, and was like NO!
2661
« on: June 14, 2016, 11:21:25 PM »
With the carnage you've been through I'm shocked the gearbox is as clean as it looks too.
Some funky clouds there for sure.
Glass...dho!
Nice touch on the plain area.
2662
« on: June 14, 2016, 07:12:01 PM »
On the 5...they are standard capacity mags 'pinned' to 5 rounds with a three cent pop rivet.
I do t think I need say any more...
Charles you may be right about the need for such an establishment.
But my 12 gauge is always loaded, always...
Been left for months on end like that too, and has never fired a round let alone hurt anyone.
But we all know that it's the guns that kill...
2663
« on: June 14, 2016, 02:43:33 PM »
Yes we can have our black guns.
Err, "assault rifles" I believe 'they' are trying to make them out to be.
Very restricted in their use however.
The government classes them as restricted weapons.
So, once you have an ATT (authorization to transport) you can take it to your range that is certified for target practice, or to a gunsmith for work, basically. Same for the handguns.
Then we have out ludicrous magazine restrictions of 5 whole rounds for these assault rifles, and 10 whole rounds for handguns.
Yeah stupid, and yet my guns have never hurt anyone either.
2664
« on: June 14, 2016, 01:12:26 PM »
It's definitely hard on equipment.
It's not always this bad either, but spring is always the worst.
This is part of the reason I've stuck with OEM wheels and not lifted.
These trucks seem to really beat out the front ends with anything else.
Case in point, I'm approaching 220k miles and am in need of front end repair #2.
I know of guys that can't get 50k out of front ends with different wheels and lifts etc.
Having said all this, it also causes a guy like me to stay on top of everything as well.
Just can't wait for it to dry up some, and then at least the two foot deep wheel ruts and holes will hopefully disappear.
2665
« on: June 13, 2016, 09:34:37 PM »
A few more...      This was about the condition of most of the first 100 odd miles. The it was better, albeit not a lot when you can set the bar this low. They are working on it though, and 15 miles was like this...  Now if they could only make the rest the same!
2666
« on: June 13, 2016, 09:30:56 PM »
So while I was coming home last week snapped a few pics of the 'road' I travel. It is our only way in and out of the place I call home by vehicle. With a few large hydroelectric projects on the go, heavy truck traffic has increased exponentially. As our only road, there are no load restrictions in the spring thaw which just aggrevates a poor road.    This isn't even as bad as it has been. This was after a few days of sun and no rain.  
2667
« on: June 11, 2016, 05:35:46 PM »
Pulled the trigger on a Liberty 24 gun safe. HH6 says I need a safe at the cabin for the resident arms, I tend to agree. So I'll be relocating a 12 gun to the cabin once the new one is home.
Have been enjoying our first beautiful day at the cabin as well. Mowed the lawn and provided the turf with some rotational landscaping while I was at it. Got to flatten the yard out somehow...
Presently sitting in boat trying to catch a few walleye, but likely will just enjoy the beer, as I'm likely a couple weeks early for them to be here yet.
My lighting orders are starting to show up, so will be affixing the rear bumper lights in the next few days.
2668
« on: June 10, 2016, 09:52:09 PM »
That's the line I was thinking about going up to.
I don't want to go two tone, hence try the tinted variety.
Shawn, I went to an auto body supplier, by chance the sold raptor.
I was going to get whatever they had, and was very pleased it was this.
Not all sell to public, as I found out as well, but these guys did, Chase Autobody Supply not sure how global they are.
I did find a couple places on Amazon that carried it, but at over $300 a kit... :o
2669
« on: June 08, 2016, 09:41:57 AM »
A note of caution on the solenoid you are using. Make sure that it is a 100% duty cycle unit. Not all are, and not sure how you could tell if you don't have the info. It looks new, so you may.
A buddy has dual winches on his quad, and until he had the 100% units they would get real hot and burn out.
Just an FYI so you do t run into problems later.
2670
« on: June 08, 2016, 09:36:40 AM »
Thanks bear. With that tidbit I'll shoot both at once, and likely use the whole kit.
2671
« on: June 07, 2016, 10:36:00 PM »
That is one stealthy hole in the ground.
And I agree with Ken, if it would only fit..
2672
« on: June 07, 2016, 10:35:04 PM »
Good I feel there.
Also debating a colour matched kit to do the rockers and other heavily stoned areas depending how this turns out.
2673
« on: June 07, 2016, 10:27:16 PM »
Not sure what happened with the poll.
Anybody know if I can shoot it over the other liner, or should I strip it?
The front will be stripped and cleaned up.
2674
« on: June 07, 2016, 10:08:18 PM »
Total tease... :-\
2675
« on: June 07, 2016, 07:34:07 PM »
So new poll up. Thoughts on blacking out the whole front end. I have a 4 quart raptor liner kit to do the bumpers and expect to have some left. For a refresh on how it is...  I'm willing to do all of the front I think... What's everybody think?
2676
« on: June 07, 2016, 07:17:18 PM »
X3 on the quick curb.
2677
« on: June 06, 2016, 11:58:27 PM »
Looks like it on the other thread still no go... ::)
2678
« on: June 06, 2016, 12:08:54 PM »
Found out the bedliner I have started my bumper with is no longer available.
So picked up a Raptor liner kit, and will proceed with it one time allows.
Any thoughts from those who have used it if I need to strip the over off?
2679
« on: June 05, 2016, 11:17:35 PM »
That is one file looking piece of equipment there!
And it is RED to boot!
2680
« on: June 05, 2016, 10:12:54 PM »
Well the door is open. Lol.
2681
« on: June 05, 2016, 10:08:06 AM »
Friday, shot my first combat pistol competition. Was not using my glock...got very proficient at stoppage drills. :-\
Had a bad mag that would produce 1-3 stoppages per fill...
Needless to say I didn't do well, but had one heck of a pile of fun.
Spent yesterday doing the service rifle competition, didn't shoot my best but was on top at the end of the day in our class. So, Ottawa here I come again. The service rifle shoot was out team selection competition. We had 36 people trying out for 12 spots, lots of new shooters, lots learned, and boy do I hate heat. Was close to 100 yesterday and full sun all day. No fun at all for rundowns, especially 500 meter ones.
2682
« on: May 30, 2016, 09:46:04 PM »
Spent the day at the range.
36 shooters to get weapons checked for service and zeroed.
My back aches something fierce at the moment, I'm one of the resident gun plumbers of our unit, and after checking all the weapons, spent all the afternoon doing sight changes...
Now time for some ice cold wobbly pops to soften the back.
2683
« on: May 30, 2016, 09:35:17 PM »
Well that looks pretty good Ken!
Hope it works out, you've got a lot of sweat and time in this now.
2684
« on: May 29, 2016, 10:05:21 PM »
Bobby...you were supposed to wait a bit. Lol. 
2685
« on: May 29, 2016, 05:51:50 PM »
Now I know a lot of you will know so let's defer for a bit. And I'm sleeping right beside it. 
2686
« on: May 29, 2016, 02:48:45 PM »
Yeah, I'm with Bobby!
2687
« on: May 28, 2016, 10:46:55 PM »
Those look fantastic!
2688
« on: May 28, 2016, 12:54:37 AM »
Sure are...tired brain fart there.
Been up since 03:00, need to hit the hay apparently.
2689
« on: May 28, 2016, 12:19:48 AM »
That sucks...really too bad things like that happen. I do want to see this one get done too, but with a timeline that's one heck of a repair.
Will be patiently waiting for the next one to come up!
Sorry for the bad luck Norm.
2690
« on: May 28, 2016, 12:16:49 AM »
Good news on all counts. I was leary of the fittings you had used, but with the real estate shortcomings it is what works.
Glad to see that issue resolved, and hopefully your t-case leak is just that loose plug.
When you said the pipe thread fitting I thought you were going to the 4wd indicator that is to be installed.
Still quite a punch list, but headway is being made.
2691
« on: May 27, 2016, 08:10:54 AM »
SHOT!
2692
« on: May 27, 2016, 08:09:16 AM »
There is truth to the degradation. I don't remember exactly, but believe it can get acidic...
When I had my Kenworth I had it checked at least annually. I remember in my younger years on the farm having to re-sleeve the motor in our JD 4630. Hmm I was 14, doing HD diesel...guess that explains a bit about me...
Not sure if the same holds true today with some of the advances, but I change the coolant every few years in my truck still.
I'm running prestone, right wrong or otherwise...
2693
« on: May 27, 2016, 08:02:39 AM »
Dang Dawg! You've been busy. Looks great Kyle, and still thinking ahead with the extras for later saves a lot of work later on. Good stuff!
2694
« on: May 26, 2016, 09:40:59 PM »
There's one happy looking young fella!
2695
« on: May 25, 2016, 06:26:30 PM »
Yes was aware of that. Still good for the time being.
2696
« on: May 25, 2016, 01:15:14 PM »
Haven't had to do mine yet...
I have gotten intimate with it a couple times over the years, and draining sucks.
Still at a loss why there isn't a drain bung.
Not sure if I'd want to tackle it or not, probably would being that I'm cheap that way, but in the right day I'd pay to have it done just the same.
Yesterday, got some of the marina docks fit for the summer, and started to pack for my trip.
Heading out for the team qualifier for the military small arms competition that I partake in annually. Probably spend the week coaching instead of shooting, then have to put on my big boy pants and prove what I've spent the week preaching... Seems to be how it always goes, but that is also part of the 'bringing the skills to the unit' thing I suppose.
2697
« on: May 24, 2016, 01:18:39 PM »
Wow, what a start to the day.
Glad she knew what to do!
Makes my day seem pretty boring now.
Finally have all of my lighting needs ordered.
Spent an hour doing some fire training with the guys.
Running stairs on air until out of air. Tough hot hour, but good for all.
2698
« on: May 23, 2016, 10:10:25 PM »
Well, it sounds like she has a plan for you. Lol.
2699
« on: May 23, 2016, 08:42:54 PM »
Well that's a bit more excitement than you bargained for.
It's really too bad that the grill is blocking that much air flow.
2700
« on: May 21, 2016, 11:01:53 AM »
Matt, I'm a little late but more prayers for your brother for fast healing and recovery.
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