Builds Daisy the 80: LSX376 Poverty Pack(ish) build

[RivMan]

Next up, the inevitable mechanical gremlins that show up before any big trip.

On my drive to work the next morning, the truck was running ok, but had a very slight misfire. After work, that misfire turned into a full on dead cylinder, with a flashing SES light. Code was a misfire on Cylinder #3.

Since I was almost packed for our big trip, I had most of my tools and spares on board.

I swapped out the plug, wire and ignition coil with no effect. I didn't have a spare injector, so I just swapped #1 and #3. The misfire followed the injector, so I guess it's time to upgrade those!

The L92 injection system I'm running uses very small (30lb/hr) injectors. I decided to swap out the entire set for a set of GM 12613412 50lb/hr injectors. They're OE on L96 flex fuel engines, so they should flow plenty for my needs, while still being available if a replacement is needed. No photos, but those were swapped out and the ECU calibration updated with the new flow rate. The idle is much smoother now, I'm guessing these original injectors weren't working too well.

-Rob

 

[RivMan]

With the mechanical issues sorted, I turned back to the interior buildout.

The dual battery system was finished up.

• RedARC BCDC1240 Charger
• SOK 100 AH battary
• Tesota Overland Power distribution system
• 12v -> 36v converter (for Starlink)

I finished up the drawers, vinyl wrapping the faces to match the tailgate. I also installed the custom kitchen pull out my buddy (New Holland Overland) designed. It probably won't get used this trip, but I wanted it there anyways.

-Rob

 

[RivMan]

With that all finished up, it was time for the exterior.

I installed my Bowfin roof rack, and finished it off with a set of Touge Nation stripes!

I had the enlist the help of my wife on the stripes, she is much more particular than I am.

Up next, a 6,000 mile road trip to Newfoundland!

-Rob

 

[NeverFinis]

With the mechanical issues sorted, I turned back to the interior buildout.

The dual battery system was finished up.

• RedARC BCDC1240 Charger
• SOK 100 AH battary
• Tesota Overland Power distribution system
• 12v -> 36v converter (for Starlink)

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I finished up the drawers, vinyl wrapping the faces to match the tailgate. I also installed the custom kitchen pull out my buddy (New Holland Overland) designed. It probably won't get used this trip, but I wanted it there anyways.

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-Rob

I would love to see the final design of that kitchen pull out!

I was thinking about voltage booster for starlink but I went with an Anker Car Charger rated for 167.5W and a DeWalt Charger, just for portability reasons.

For house internet backup during power loss, and remote from vehicle setup, I can use a Dewalt USB-C battery charger.

I carry Dewalt batteries with me for camp lights and recharging other devices away from the vehicle, and they get recharged from the housing battery.

 

[Stoshu]

What an amazing transformation Rob. Truck looks incredible!! So happy that you took it to its maximum potential.

Wishing you and the family many miles of fun in this spectacular rig!

 

[RivMan]

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What an amazing transformation Rob. Truck looks incredible!! So happy that you took it to its maximum potential.

Wishing you and the family many miles of fun in this spectacular rig!

Thanks man, she will be continuing some epic trips!

We're rolling out today for the 6,000 mile, three week trip to Newfoundland! She's loaded down and in the parking lot waiting for me to finish work.

Soon!

-Rob

 

[RivMan]

I would love to see the final design of that kitchen pull out!

I was thinking about voltage booster for starlink but I went with an Anker Car Charger rated for 167.5W and a DeWalt Charger, just for portability reasons.

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For house internet backup during power loss, and remote from vehicle setup, I can use a Dewalt USB-C battery charger.

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I carry Dewalt batteries with me for camp lights and recharging other devices away from the vehicle, and they get recharged from the housing battery.

I also have the same Anker charger, and a shorter USB-C cable for the Starlink. I wanted the 36v converter so that I could run the super long, factory power cable. Sometimes we camp in the shade, and I wanted to be able to locate the dish out in a clear area. Batteries would probably do the trick, but I prefer running from the aux battery system in the truck.

-Rob