Napalm00
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Got it. I was looking at wrong line (thought you meant how close the on on top was). You engine isn’t a typical configuration, either...at least for a 200 block
No sweat , I wasn't very specific lol
What have you done to your DEFENDER today?
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No sweat , I wasn't very specific lol
I found the maximum number of wires and things that can be shoved behind the windscreen trim. This required sacrificial zip ties, longer screws, and dark rituals.
I also set up my gauges for the mud pod 3-gauge unit. After making the wiring harness I got some clear green paint and colored the clear LED bulbs. Worked great.
I also set up my gauges for the mud pod 3-gauge unit. After making the wiring harness I got some clear green paint and colored the clear LED bulbs. Worked great.
WreckITFrank
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Sounds like a job for the extended set from Mud. Forget to add them last time I got some carling stuff. Nice work.
hillstrubl
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Can you still add a heat reflector with a small piece of insulation on the oil return line side?
Napalm00
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This is exactly what I'm doing.
so on one side of this line I have a forged 45 fitting and on the other side I have a tube 45 fitting. It turns out that the tube fitting gives me an extra few millimeters of space.
So I removed the line then I wrapped the pipe and I'll be adding gold reflective tape to the hose. It's the best I can do I think.
I continue to spend hours sorting wiring and routing cables etc. I just never believe how long this takes. Almost everything is done in this pic except for the still-waiting-to-arrive brake controller.
The huge time suck was installing the Optimill rear view camera. I used a “Master Tailgaters” (stupidest name ever) rear view mirror with compass, temp, and 4 inch screen. Trying to retrofit this system to a complete truck would be incredibly time consuming, I ran the temp sensor when the fenders were off, and the RCA cable from the back etc while the headliner is out. I made an intermediate harness for the backup light that allowed me to pick up the reverse signal and power the camera. I pulled power and ground for the mirror itself from the 12v socket.
One thing that kind of sucks about the camera is that there is no reference for right-side-up, so you just have to trial and error it. My initial attempt resulted in a sideways view. In was concerned that the spare tire or ladder would block the view, but it’s no too bad. Yes, the tire takes up a big chunk of the screen, but you can adjust the parking lines to get an arrangement that is intuitive when you look at it. All in all, I’m really happy to have installed this and I hope that the system gives reliable service.
The huge time suck was installing the Optimill rear view camera. I used a “Master Tailgaters” (stupidest name ever) rear view mirror with compass, temp, and 4 inch screen. Trying to retrofit this system to a complete truck would be incredibly time consuming, I ran the temp sensor when the fenders were off, and the RCA cable from the back etc while the headliner is out. I made an intermediate harness for the backup light that allowed me to pick up the reverse signal and power the camera. I pulled power and ground for the mirror itself from the 12v socket.
One thing that kind of sucks about the camera is that there is no reference for right-side-up, so you just have to trial and error it. My initial attempt resulted in a sideways view. In was concerned that the spare tire or ladder would block the view, but it’s no too bad. Yes, the tire takes up a big chunk of the screen, but you can adjust the parking lines to get an arrangement that is intuitive when you look at it. All in all, I’m really happy to have installed this and I hope that the system gives reliable service.
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lordhelemt
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lordhelemt
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I hope that’s not what I’m experiencing. I’ve got one of those I just installed and my bite point is right down by the floor. I get a little air out of the lines today, hopefully that will solve improve things but I’m noodling on what could cause the problem. I had thought about the wrong length operating rod, but I didn’t occur to me that the pivot hole could be too deep.
Napalm00
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Yeah unfortunately the pivot hole in this one was way too deep and I lost about 3/8 of an inch of throw. Makes a big difference. So I'm going to end up using the standard heavy duty fork instead.
I took some pictures if you would like to see the difference I can post it up
MountainD
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I’d love to see it! I have a new fork and I’d love to know what to watch out for
Oh, and my diff lock light wasnt coming on so I decided to tighten the switch. FAIL. The POS sheared right off. Thank goodness I was able to get an easy-out into the bottom of the switch and get it to back out. I wish this transfer case had the new larger hole for the bigger switch. To avoid deadlining the truck for a few more days I just temporarily installed the tunnel so I could drive around and get some shake-down work done.
lordhelemt
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Wow. It didn’t look close to being drivable a few weeks ago. That’s awesome!