is the sikaflex the only thing holding it onto the body?
Builds DUKE - 1993 HDJ80 / 1HD-T / 5-Speed / 3x Locked / LHD *A slow DIY build / resto* (5 Viewers)
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- #282
Yes it is! It rests and it’s in the rain gutter and the sikaflex secures it.
Crazy!
Hey Bryce,
Time to remodel. I am really happy for you guys.
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That looks great! I like that you also finished the interior off with some nice paneling.
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- #286
Remodel indeed! Im constantly trying to dream up the simplest / lightest system possible.
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- #287
Cheers, brother! We are so stoked on it!
You planning anything for water? Hot/cold? Heating system?
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- #289
You know… Im still not sure. Since it is my daily, I'm not sure how integrated I want water to be just because having it be super lightweight and simple is best day to day.
I definitely want to integrate a diesel heater now that we can hang out inside the truck.
I am working on the troopy with hydronic Espar. There is a deal on Amazon and I purchased one (almost 1/2 price). I can help you set it up for water to air and instant hot water. Do you have room under the rig for a big water tank? I am planning to make a 25 gallons tank for the troopy with a bit pre-heat so it will not freeze but also a heat exchange for instant hot water.
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- #291
New shoes/ Stoked to be working with Nomad Wheel and Toyo Tires!
We went with the Nomad Wheel 503 Sahara (16x8 -10) and Toyo Open Country AT3 (295/75r16). The 295s are the PERFECT size for an 80 in my opinion.
We went with the Nomad Wheel 503 Sahara (16x8 -10) and Toyo Open Country AT3 (295/75r16). The 295s are the PERFECT size for an 80 in my opinion.
Looks like a $1M, Bryce. I also use 295/75R16 on my 80. love them. For us, it's the perfect size. Wonder if these wheels are available for the troopy 17" 5X150.
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- #293
I’ve begun the new interior buildout post-campteq pop top. Really excited for this one!
I had a spare sheet of 3/4in prefinished birch ply so I made a baseplate.
It had to be cut into two sections, so I’m order to make sure it’s completely flat, I made a plate from 1/4in aluminum. M10 x 1.5 bolts from McMaster.
I had a spare sheet of 3/4in prefinished birch ply so I made a baseplate.
It had to be cut into two sections, so I’m order to make sure it’s completely flat, I made a plate from 1/4in aluminum. M10 x 1.5 bolts from McMaster.
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- #294
I received some of the awesome interior components from Equipt! National Luna Legacy 50L Smart Dual Zone and 2x 42L aluboxes.
Using old junk benches, I was able to plat Tetris and rough in the main idea… now im getting really excited!
Using old junk benches, I was able to plat Tetris and rough in the main idea… now im getting really excited!
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- #295
04/07/2023
Started construction on the buildout! I picked up sheets of pre-finished birch plywood (the campteq really came in handy to use as a roof rack) and started thinking through the layout!
Started construction on the buildout! I picked up sheets of pre-finished birch plywood (the campteq really came in handy to use as a roof rack) and started thinking through the layout!
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- #296
Progress on the bench side of the buildout. Im staying away from drawers and trying to keep things as lightweight, modular, and simple as possible. I love using this shock chord as a way to keep things in the cubbies without needing room for latches or any hardware.
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- #297
More progress on the buildout: Bench side is completed. We used Husky Knee Pads from Home Depot as the padding. Velcro stuck to the bottom keeps the secure to the carpet. The fridge is in! The National Luna power distribution is roughed in as well!
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- #298
Utility Bench side of the buildout coming together. You can see the modularity with the aluboxes allows to a backup sleeping platform in the downstairs area if the weather / wind is insane. This side of the buildout will mainly be for utilities: compressor, power, etc.
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- #300
This is as close to ‘final’ as it’s ever going to get. Always lots of little projects to do, but I am so happy with how this turned out!
