Coming together nicely!Well my reverse lights apparently went to the wrong post office, so I didn't get them today. My body panels did come today, and I was able to get them installed. I can't stress enough to people to read the instructions fully before starting! I won't get into details but suffice it to say I ended up having to use a couple drywall screws to secure a corner. I plan to use gloss red enamel model paint to paint them to make it less noticeable.
Overall though, I'm happy with them and love the way the hot rod looks. Hopefully my install was good enough and they don't go flying off on the trail somewhere!View attachment 51209 View attachment 51210
My lights came today, so I spent my sons nap time putting those on, making sure to leave enough wire for the dump box to still function!
I found the backup alarm harness plug just under the floor board, right by the oil filters, however it was painful to try to get in there to work, but I managed. I used posi-taps to tap each line, and ran the wire along the frame. Mounting the lights was simple, I drilled a larger hole for the wires, and another hole just under the fender for the wires to come out. Wiring was simple red and black, and a blue pattern change wire since these were designed as grill lights for emergency vehicles. I set the patterns to a brake surge pattern, basically it quick flashes then goes to steady burn. The lights have a steady burn pattern but the company said it only lasts 3 second to avoid overheating.
So, now I have a nice bright set of white lights that come on when the machine is in reverse, regardless of brakes or headlights. Easy mod!
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What about the Big Gun Exhaust? Did you scrap that idea?
I'd like a little more sound, but not to much. I don't know why really, except I've always done some kind of mod to the exhaust.
I hear ya.I've tabled the exhaust for now, was going to be more than I wanted to spend since I figured I'd need the programmer with it. I would also like a bit more sound.
My rear axles are just over 30 degrees with HL lift. Been like that for around 2 1/2 years with zero axle problems. You should be fine.Well it's been a while since I updated this, because it's been a while since I was able to do anything with the hot rod. Found out in the fall that we're having twins this August, so that's been a big thing to get ready for, buying a minivan, winter, etc.
On Thursday, I order the SuperATV 3" lift for my Pioneer. Surprisingly, it arrived yesterday afternoon. So I spent the rest of the afternoon/evening installing it. I'd estimate it took me about 3 hours altogether, with interruptions and other things we had to do. It was also my first time using spring compressors, that was interesting and difficult until I figured out the best way to do it.
My only gripes with the kit is that the instructions are not entirely clear at one point where you're supposed to re-use stock hardware, and on the rear, you have to move the brake line away from the shock after you put on the new bracket, or else it'll get crushed. Maybe I didn't do something right or else it'll be fine, but it didn't seem like an ideal thing. I'll be keeping an eye on it.
As far as results, I like it. Love the better ground clearance and the CV angles don't look too bad, so I'm hoping I don't start eating axles. For $189 shipped, I'm very happy.
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Thinking about the Memphis bar, any complaints or second thoughts yet?Got the wife her bluetooth soundbar tonight, Memphis audio 20" marine grade. Got a good price on it from a local car audio place, cheapest I could find it on ebay was $460. GOt it mounted up tonight but I need more wire to run to the battery so I'll finish it up tomorrow. As always, now it's Miller time.
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