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Bludozer
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Looking good! I still need to get mine installed, these look great in the truck.
BIG update alert!
Just kidding - I changed out the front turn signals with new OEM ones that @SNLC found for me.
Recent diff fluid and plug changeout sticks out like a sore thumb...
Also did a trial run with the Exped mat. Need to tweak a little for it to be perfectly level, but it’ll get there. A bit tight, but doesn’t look like I’ll need to move my seat forward from driving position.
Just kidding - I changed out the front turn signals with new OEM ones that @SNLC found for me.
Recent diff fluid and plug changeout sticks out like a sore thumb...
Also did a trial run with the Exped mat. Need to tweak a little for it to be perfectly level, but it’ll get there. A bit tight, but doesn’t look like I’ll need to move my seat forward from driving position.
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Rev 2 bike rack turned out better than expected.
Can you share some details on how you mounted the bike rack to your spare tire swing? I have been contemplating how to mount my 1UP rack on my 4x4labs swingout without having to weld something up. This may look for me.
I'm not familiar with your bumper, but the ARB swingout has a 2" receiver that is centered in the spare wheel.
My 1UP is intended for a roof rack, not the typical ones you see with the swing down mount. This was important for me because it offers a T-slot the entire length of the mount and gives options to mount.
I took a drop hitch that's used on Bro-Dozers (I think this was an 11" drop?) and went from there. The mounting lugs and the bolt pattern for the spare wheel only give me space for north to south direction for a receiver pin instead of the intended west to east, so I drilled two holes through the drop hitch and used a locking pin to secure. An anti-rattle clamp should be here in a couple days to tighten it all down.
Included with the 1UP are a couple aluminum clamps that are intended to clasp around a roof rack rail, but I'm using them to clasp around the drop hitch. The drop hitch has about a 1" hole where a receiver ball would be mounted and I grabbed three 3/8" carriage bolts for the T-slot. I sized up some nylon to act as a positioning bushing for this hole and drilled a 3/8" hole for the center carriage bolt which goes from T-slot > through top clamp > through nylon bushing that's inserted into the drop hitch hole > through bottom clamp > fastened with flat washer and nylon locknut. This helped position for install but will also help promote things staying in place.
To keep the clamps inline and really crank things down, I used two shorter carriage bolts on opposing sides of the center bolt in the T-slot that fasten to security barrel nuts that run through the clamps with Loctite. This gives me three bolts that span across a 6" length clamp against the rack to help battle the overhung load. I also offset the rack about 5" from center to the driver side to help with this as well. The design of the 1UP still allows me to center the bike on the truck.
This is the best shot I have of what’s going on right now. Hopefully it makes sense.
I'll probably just keep the rack on the truck even when not in use. Can't even tell it's there and I've got a locking pin plus security nuts. 1UP does a great job with their coatings, so corrosion isn't an issue.
Very clever way to mount the 1UP. Unfortunately, the 4x4Labs doesn't come with the receiver behind the spare wheel so not possible for me. I do appreciate the thorough response and I'm always amazed by the willingness of the members on here to share their knowledge!
Keep up the good work, your build is coming together quite nicely.
It's been a while.
I have since...
Installed an AluCab tilting fridge slide + 65L dual zone fridge on the passenger side (couldn't ask for a better fit)
Swapped out the hood struts
Changed differential and transfer case fluids
Parts department is having a nice sale. Ordered...
Rear sliding window weather stripping/runs (little gummed up)
Front and rear door window runs (windows are a little slow)
New vapor barriers just in case
Sunroof trim (in gray; Oak is NLA. Will need to figure out what paint to use to match as best I can to my Oak interior)
An early battery tray for my dual battery project
New rear hatch struts
The little inspection plug on the bellhousing to access the flexplate bolts (mine is a bit warped from heat and time)
You can guess what's next on the list based on the parts list above, but also in the queue...
New front OEM carpet
Wire in heated seats for the Scheel-Manns - Trying to source an OEM Oak switch to put in place of the coin slots on the console; no luck yet
Dual battery system with power ran to rear + new cabling throughout with PET coverings
Onboard air (can't decide if I really want this or not)
New synthetic rope for the Come Up + relocation of the terminal box (likely to under hood to clean up the front a bit)
Come up with a working surface to replace the tailgate carpet (not interested in storage, just a panel)
Small leak on the upper oil pan likely needs attention
Trying to figure out a plan to run a rear camera in place of the washer nozzle above the hatch - if anyone has done this before, please share ideas!
I have since...
Installed an AluCab tilting fridge slide + 65L dual zone fridge on the passenger side (couldn't ask for a better fit)
Swapped out the hood struts
Changed differential and transfer case fluids
Parts department is having a nice sale. Ordered...
Rear sliding window weather stripping/runs (little gummed up)
Front and rear door window runs (windows are a little slow)
New vapor barriers just in case
Sunroof trim (in gray; Oak is NLA. Will need to figure out what paint to use to match as best I can to my Oak interior)
An early battery tray for my dual battery project
New rear hatch struts
The little inspection plug on the bellhousing to access the flexplate bolts (mine is a bit warped from heat and time)
You can guess what's next on the list based on the parts list above, but also in the queue...
New front OEM carpet
Wire in heated seats for the Scheel-Manns - Trying to source an OEM Oak switch to put in place of the coin slots on the console; no luck yet
Dual battery system with power ran to rear + new cabling throughout with PET coverings
Onboard air (can't decide if I really want this or not)
New synthetic rope for the Come Up + relocation of the terminal box (likely to under hood to clean up the front a bit)
Come up with a working surface to replace the tailgate carpet (not interested in storage, just a panel)
Small leak on the upper oil pan likely needs attention
Trying to figure out a plan to run a rear camera in place of the washer nozzle above the hatch - if anyone has done this before, please share ideas!
Bludozer
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Looks great. Seems that alucab slide integrates well with the savute drawers.
I've kind of gone back and forth with the OBA decision as well, just seems like a "would be nice" item for me.
This slide is the biggest one they make (one size smaller would be perfect), but even still it fits great. Really happy with the ergonomics and quality. Added some trim between the slide and the base to keep it taut. No rattles and good to go. With drawers, I think a tilt/drop is a must.
I have a stand-alone compressor (clamp to battery posts) that I’ve used once just to try it out. Absolutely not needed, but a low priority future item that I’m planning for with my power system.
have any pics of how you fashioned that mount for the bike to the spare carrier?
Look a few posts up on this page.
Each time I leave I go with more wheels turning.
Nothing new to report. A big pile of new OEM parts sitting on the ready with new window seals/runs, carpet, plastics, etc.
I recently left the truck at my parents’ property in North Georgia. Glad I did for a recent work trip. Impromptu camp weekend with Pops and his Jeep/trailer combo.
I recently left the truck at my parents’ property in North Georgia. Glad I did for a recent work trip. Impromptu camp weekend with Pops and his Jeep/trailer combo.
