Pretty quiet in here... what are you working on? (12 Viewers)

[JohnVee]

A storm broke the storm door handle at the lake the other day. My repair doesn’t latch but I think it’s appropriate for the setting.

 

[76FJ40]

I finally launched into a project I’ve been putting off since I bought the BJ74, diagnosing/fixing the fuel gauge. The sending unit appears to be ok, but the gauge is no bueno. The gauge is an integral part of the cluster so I’m going to add a separate fuel gauge if I can find one that’s 24v and close to the correct, odd bal resistance range (3-110 ohms).

 

[emorth]

24V to 12v DC to DC converter is an option.

 

[76FJ40]

Yup, I've already done that for the backup camera. I'm assuming the sweep of the gauge will be off a little if I use a 0-90 ohm gauge. Does this sound correct to the Master?

 

[emorth]

Probably close enough.
If the 3 ohms is empty the gauge might show slightly above empty.
If 110 is empty the gauge will show empty before the tank is empty.
Depending on the vehicle the sender ohms can go in either direction with different ranges. They do that on purpose just to be annoying.
Certainly better than no gauge at all.

 

[emorth]

From a few years ago. A show of the confusion.

 

[mgrs]

Nothing much accomplished on any vehicles, but did commemorate the 80th Overlord/D-Day anniversary this weekend by touching off some 1942-1944 iron.

 

[Von Hayek]

Nothing much accomplished on any vehicles, but did commemorate the 80th Overlord/D-Day anniversary this weekend by touching off some 1942-1944 iron.


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Is that your M1919? Very cool.

 

[TRDdrew]

Personalized the tuffy console

 

[kevin in okinawa]

nice console cover @TRDdrew! For as long as I have owned this HJ61, there was a 24v/12v power inverter mounted in the glove box that just tore up the factory fiber board insert. While I was cleaning up dash wiring during my new carpet project, I removed the tattered insert and decided to make a replacement because I can't spend $400 on one of the custom ones that I see on Mud. I like them, but it's a glove box, you know? Admittedly, my fabrication is not nearly as nice, but it cost me a fraction to make and now my glove box actually opens AND closes properly, and you can actually put some stuff in it. I am happy with my creation.

 

[Blue77FJ40]

I received my Jim C rebuilt carb in January, and was finally able to install it. Jim C did his usual superb workmanship on it and it runs smoooooth. If everything aligns, I’ll be at the faux coal miner’s. Hopefully, my return trip home will be uneventful, unlike prior years.

 

[mgrs]

Is that your M1919? Very cool.

Yes. Keeping my eyes out for a transferable side plate to pop up at reasonable price and have it rebuilt in full glory, but little hope of that.

It runs great as a semi auto though being a closed bolt gun from the start. Mix of original GI and Israeli reworked parts and in .30-06.

 

[Von Hayek]

Yes. Keeping my eyes out for a transferable side plate to pop up at reasonable price and have it rebuilt in full glory, but little hope of that.

It runs great as a semi auto though being a closed bolt gun from the start. Mix of original GI and Israeli reworked parts and in .30-06.

I was at Precision Gun Works in Nanjemoy a few weeks ago, and a customer brought a M1919 in while I was there for repair. You may want to try the owner, Curtis, for your part.

 

[1MOA]

Yes. Keeping my eyes out for a transferable side plate to pop up at reasonable price and have it rebuilt in full glory, but little hope of that.

It runs great as a semi auto though being a closed bolt gun from the start. Mix of original GI and Israeli reworked parts and in .30-06.

Years ago I bought 2 1919 parts kits from Ohio gun works at a gun show ( back when they used to be worth going to ) and put them away. Last year I found them and looked them up online. I would be wealthy of I had bought all they had that day.

 

[CrabCake]

nice console cover @TRDdrew! For as long as I have owned this HJ61, there was a 24v/12v power inverter mounted in the glove box that just tore up the factory fiber board insert. While I was cleaning up dash wiring during my new carpet project, I removed the tattered insert and decided to make a replacement because I can't spend $400 on one of the custom ones that I see on Mud. I like them, but it's a glove box, you know? Admittedly, my fabrication is not nearly as nice, but it cost me a fraction to make and now my glove box actually opens AND closes properly, and you can actually put some stuff in it. I am happy with my creation. View attachment 3653537 View attachment 3653536View attachment 3653535View attachment 3653534

Looks great to me! Nice work!

 

[Pulgasari]

My Coastal Offroad rear swingout kit arrived, should be welded and installed by the end of the month. I'm thinking of just buying some Rustoleum primer, 6-8 rattle cans, maybe some clear coat, then doing a quick backyard job. When I resprayed my front grille, it didn't end up perfect up close, but the truck is always going to be a 10-footer so I don't think it'll matter that much.

Also have to get cracking on the AHC refresh... I thought I had all the parts, but now I think I want to replace the rear springs and front/rear bump stops as well.

 

[CrabCake]

My Coastal Offroad rear swingout kit arrived, should be welded and installed by the end of the month. I'm thinking of just buying some Rustoleum primer, 6-8 rattle cans, maybe some clear coat, then doing a quick backyard job. When I resprayed my front grille, it didn't end up perfect up close, but the truck is always going to be a 10-footer so I don't think it'll matter that much.

Also have to get cracking on the AHC refresh... I thought I had all the parts, but now I think I want to replace the rear springs and front/rear bump stops as well.

You have some projects! I've been very happy with Eastwood paint products...they have a retail store in Severna Park, MD, about 20 minutes from me or do mail order. Great rattle can primers, top coats, and clears...they actually do a 2 part in a rattle can that works great too...kind of like the japanese sodas, you have to pop the end to release the 2 part in the can. May be worth a look, but up to you of course.

Suspension wise, I'm not really familiar with the AHC system, but it sounds like fresh springs & bumps would be worth it with everything else going on!

 

[Jakes40]

I will 2nd @CrabCake ive used there rust encapsulator in Earle can and brush on and it is holding up very well on my 40. I will probably use there paints if I ever get around to panting the 40.
Didn’t relies they had a store front in Md.

 

[TRDdrew]

Well life has a way of kicking you while your down, my wife and son were rear ended my a drunk driver in a G Wagon. They are ok which is all I care about. Lady fled the scene but luckily was apprehended by Maryland State Police. Car is already at my shop so we will see what her insurance wants to do. She really loves this car but might be a good time for an upgrade

 

[CakeMountain]

I feel you bro.