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Hide Site / Re: Hide/bugout site build thread
« on: May 13, 2015, 01:43:23 AM »
I have to agree with Sammconn and go deeper on the outhouse unless you are only planning very limited use and your soil is fantastic draining. They can fill surprisingly fast. I treat mine with a bucket of warm water and some of these http://www.roebic.com/septic-systems.shtml a couple times a summer to help it digest. The ground is too cold here to allow to digest without some help. Look forward to some pictures of the build there.

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Radio/Comms / Re: Commo article
« on: May 11, 2015, 09:27:08 PM »
Glad to help!

Here is a second article from the same site to help think outside the box when looking for power when you don't have access to a genny or other regular power source.  i.e scavenging power
A couple were things I had never thought of before.
https://dialtoneblog.wordpress.com/2015/05/07/grid-down-power-up/#more-60

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Radio/Comms / Commo article
« on: May 11, 2015, 01:36:36 AM »
I found this article the other day https://dialtoneblog.wordpress.com/2015/05/08/community-comms-jungle-telegraph-part-one/  and thought it made some interesting points.  We know HAM provides much more powerful commo for longer distance but how many general local people have gone the HAM route? I see CB's at pawn shops and garage sales cheap all the time. Even new isn't bad. For the record I believe the more flexability you have the more capable you are so running both gives you the both options.

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Build Threads / Re: 90 Suburban build
« on: May 04, 2015, 02:25:27 AM »
Thank you for the backup Flyin6
Kyle an email is on the way since the PM function didn't work. Thank you!

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Build Threads / Re: 90 Suburban build
« on: May 03, 2015, 12:02:06 AM »
I do have the T400 JR so I believe the only computer/ECM I have is the motor one. Working on getting a spare of that.
I could get a PTO by switching to the NP205 instead of the NP241 I currently have.
So I picked up a second battery and wired in a set of plugs that allow me to switch output to the front plug from 12v to 24v so I can use my readywelder anywhere on the property,trail or roadside. I still have to put the cut off inline that feeds the trucks 12v system. That will allow me to weld on the truck itself without pulling battery cable clamps off. As you can see the front bumper is a future project so the plug is there temporarily till I get time to mod the front bumper.

Underhood plugs

I am almost done with the roof rack. I lengthened the one that I built for the Toyota and modified the factory bases to strengthen them. I will post the picks when I am done.
After battling the freight company the lift kit is finally here and I have the tires and rims ready. Next update should include all of that.

I see in my profile how to set up notifications for responses to threads but I seem to be missing something in how to make it work. Could someone either post  me a hint. I always get an error when I check the notifications. It seems to be differient than any other forum I am on. THANKS!!

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Build Threads / 90 Suburban build
« on: April 27, 2015, 03:01:38 AM »
Well I am going to give this build thread thing a try.  It  won't be uber exotic nor super expensive but might have a few unusual things.  There will be a little bit a flurry  in the beginning but slower after summer gets here. I live on a "homestead" that I have built from scratch and have many more projects to come. Our summers are short so truck projects will go by the wayside as I work on the property .
I have had Land Cruisers for many years with lots of fun with builds along the way. My last one was a '93 that had way too much electronics on it. When that got totaled in a wreck (kid pulled out in front of me) I decide to switch gears a little and went to a little older Suburban.  Some of the reasons were similar to Don's Square D build. I am a retired career paramedic/firefighter as well as outdoorsmen and have always been into being prepared and ready for whatever gets thrown at me. My goal is capable,reliable,comfortable and self-reliant. Similar to a expedition build.
So what I got is a 1990 Chevy Suburban 3/4 ton with  350 V-8,Turbo 400,NP 241. Remarkably free of rust ,just two very small spots. I know the TBI has a computer so I need to explore how to keep that going or get a spare. The engine is brand new and the previous owner was an aviation mechanic in the military. Everything on it is new except the AC. The tranny was rebuilt about year ago by a local shop with a good rep.

So my current thoughts are

12/24 volt system to run a ReadyWelder
Invertor to run hand tools
Roof rack
Possible find a way to add a PTO
Cargo drawers convertible to bed in back with 3rd battery for camping
Asst tools,recovery gear and some spare parts stored in it
Ham radio and possibly CB radio
It came with a 8274 but will switch it out for the 12k Warn form the Cruiser. Might put the 8274 on my tractor for logging.
Rear winch
On board shower
On board air of some sort    CO2 vs compressor
Custom by me front and rear bumpers with possible tire or fuel rack
Possible extended fuel tank.
Lift kit
Larger (with-in reason) tires
So there are the opening ideas. I have only had it a short time and still developing and looking at ideas. Here is a pic from the ad that I bought it from

Now we can see what I come up with or ideas you guys come up with that sound good! Always open to ideas.

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Build Threads / Re: SquareD Part 6 Starting to finish!!!
« on: April 24, 2015, 04:18:26 PM »
Don
  I made it through all the threads and am finally caught up. Great job on the build and quality work . Definitely snagged a few ideas along the way for my truck.

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Site Rules & Introductions / Re: Hello
« on: April 23, 2015, 03:17:07 PM »
Thank you all for the warm welcome. My last Cruiser didn't have a snorkle but I saved the one from the Cruiser before that along with other parts.
Yes I did say Suburban a 90 3/4 ton. :)  Will work on some pic's. Still early in the process.

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Site Rules & Introductions / Hello
« on: April 22, 2015, 02:13:14 PM »
I got lured in by Don's Square D build and like the mix of wrenching and preparedness. Just starting on an older 3/4ton Suburban after my Land Cruiser got totaled by a kid pulling out in front of me.

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