Builds Troopie build (3 Viewers)

[crushers]

checking the turbo kit for accuracy.
packaging was second to none, very well packaged.
so far seems everything is there
but
doing a quick read of the instructions show they are less than what i was hoping for. if possible when i install this it will help fill the missing information.

 

[crushers]

adding grease fittings to the PTO winch.
i had been thinking about the PTO winch being mounted in the rear and what all it would be exposed to in comparrision to being mounted in the front up top of the frame.
salt and mud road spray from the tires
mud and snow and peat moss
so what might be acceptable up front would need addressing in the rear, 2 spots i felt were prone to collecting crap would be the bushing and the lever so a couple grease nimples installed would definately help keep the crap out. fill with water resistant grease and ...

 

[crushers]

during a conversation with the owner we got chatting about roof consoles.
i didn't really like the Oz ones and with shipping they wouldn't be cheap ... but then if i make them they will be even more expensive.
so this was the first idea, mock up and hold in place. i didn't really like the deck head location but didn't say anything. the owner looked at the pics and made the same comment.

 

[crushers]

so the deck head was moved forward and up.
the second pic was from where the drivers head would see the deck. easy to see. easy to manipulate but still should not bother the driver during night time driving.
from outside, at a quick glance, the deck shouldn't be standing out saying "steal me"

 

[crushers]

so then it was on to the rear roof console
this would put the speakers up high
lots of storage
and usually just wasted space.

Mitch seemed to be getting a bit perturbed at being a human support while i sat there and analized the build.

all in all i am happy.

we dropped of the templates at the water jetters to be cut out of 1/8" aluminum. these will come back, have hinges and latches installed and then off to the PC in off white the same as the rest of the aluminum parts.

 

[crushers]

advice was heard.
advice was digested
advice was confirmed both by an old time tire guy and the net: Beadell Tours - Tubes for Tyres by Mick Hutton
Talcum Powder: The forgotten tool
It is rare to come across anyone that carries talcum powder these days in a tyre repair kit. Once upon a time it was common knowledge that with tubes you needed talcum powder. But in this modern progressive age when the latest and greatest is all you need the old skills and tools get forgotten, which is funny because in very remote country nothing much has changed except for the advent of the vehicle itself, food for thought I hope.
Everyone who uses tubes, or may have to use tubes, should have Talcum Powder in their repair kit, it is that simple. There are several reasons for doing this;

• Dry lubricant - The powder allows the tube to move against the tyre during flexing and movement without chafing. This is most important at lower pressures such as for off-road and sand. [One of the many reasons why a repair patch will not stay on a tube is because of this lack of lubricant. The friction with the tyre sidewall will simply rub the patch loose.]
  • Release Agent - by not allowing the repair patches and excess glue to stick. Tube patches won’t stick to tyres and tyre patches won’t bond to tubes. If you have to pull the tyre apart for another repair and the tube is glued to the tyre then getting it out can rip the tube so much that it can’t be repaired, not good.
  • If you make a meal of fitting the tube into the tyre the talcum powder will help the tube slip and unfold itself so it can inflate evenly without twists. Inflated tubes with wrinkles will eventually cause trouble.
  • If you have been in the bush for a few weeks it will also make you smell a little better.

 

[crushers]

split rims are now powder coated
tires are waiting
love these valve stems, perfect for split rim removal in the bush.

 

[ForealBoreal]

advice was heard.
advice was digested
advice was confirmed both by an old time tire guy and the net: Beadell Tours - Tubes for Tyres by Mick Hutton
Talcum Powder: The forgotten tool
It is rare to come across anyone that carries talcum powder these days in a tyre repair kit. Once upon a time it was common knowledge that with tubes you needed talcum powder. But in this modern progressive age when the latest and greatest is all you need the old skills and tools get forgotten, which is funny because in very remote country nothing much has changed except for the advent of the vehicle itself, food for thought I hope.
Everyone who uses tubes, or may have to use tubes, should have Talcum Powder in their repair kit, it is that simple. There are several reasons for doing this;

• Dry lubricant - The powder allows the tube to move against the tyre during flexing and movement without chafing. This is most important at lower pressures such as for off-road and sand. [One of the many reasons why a repair patch will not stay on a tube is because of this lack of lubricant. The friction with the tyre sidewall will simply rub the patch loose.]
  • Release Agent - by not allowing the repair patches and excess glue to stick. Tube patches won’t stick to tyres and tyre patches won’t bond to tubes. If you have to pull the tyre apart for another repair and the tube is glued to the tyre then getting it out can rip the tube so much that it can’t be repaired, not good.
  • If you make a meal of fitting the tube into the tyre the talcum powder will help the tube slip and unfold itself so it can inflate evenly without twists. Inflated tubes with wrinkles will eventually cause trouble.
  • If you have been in the bush for a few weeks it will also make you smell a little better.

glad you took my advice,
It works like a hot dame for stubborn bicycle tubes. If I ever did something with the splits I would definitely be using it.

 

[cody c]

Interesting choice of tires, what are they and why'd you pick them?

They do match the vehicle and wheel very well, but look more like a tire built for taking a heavy load and for long term durability.

No Carpet on the overhead console's?

 

[crushers]

they are very heavy duty specialty tire.
chosen due to the size, sidewall strength, expected life and tread pattern. he wanted the elusive Mich XL but you can only get them used.
the truck WILL be heavy, i am expecting about 7000 lbs loaded for travel.

no carpet on the over head console, they will be aluminum and MAYBE 1/2" black foam or PC white ... not sure yet.

 

[lovetoski]

I re-read the thread, but can't find where you tell what tires have been selected. Awesome build BTW.

 

[ForealBoreal]

I re-read the thread, but can't find where you tell what tires have been selected. Awesome build BTW.

STA Super Lugs.
900R16s I believe.

 

[crushers]

Thanks FB, that is correct.
I took them in for balancing yesterday and ... well ... we ended up bringing 2 back home, dismounting, rotating 180 degrees and remounting (roughly 5 min a tire). took them back for balancing. one went from 13oz outside and 3 oz inside down to 2 oz weight only. the other got worse so we will dismount again today and flip and rotate 1/4 turn and see what happens.

 

[Deny]

he wanted the elusive Mich XL but you can only get them used.

Can you post up where you can get them used, I tried the guys out of Edmonton but they said they can't get them anymore and I am sort of s*** out of luck unless I can find a private owner selling a few from their own stash. I am looking for a couple of the 36inch ones.
Cheers,
Deny

 

[crushers]

try shopping Ontario military surplus ...
Bruce Lowen had a link to the auctions but i lost it...duh.

 

[lowenbrau]

Can you post up where you can get them used, I tried the guys out of Edmonton but they said they can't get them anymore and I am sort of s*** out of luck unless I can find a private owner selling a few from their own stash. I am looking for a couple of the 36inch ones.
Cheers,
Deny

Marc Ritchie probably has a couple well used ones.

The Gov't surplus auction has them now and again but you have to buy semiloads of crap to get a few good XLs.

Kroy tire in Winnipeg is your best chance but Dollar tire in Edmonton often has military stuff too.

 

[Deny]

Thanks for the info guys. I think I tried Dollar Tire and they told me they don't deal with the military tires anymore. Greg Pmed me and may have a few he is willing to part with.

Sorry for the hijack. Go troopie!

 

[lovetoski]

STA Super Lugs.
900R16s I believe.

Awesome - thankyou!

 

[crushers]

rear winch assembled and ready for install
i noticed the shackles, pins and ubolts that come with the kits rust in a couple years so ... PC
assembling the PTO driveshafts with new Ujoints, seals, bearings installed.

 

[crushers]

there is now a keyway as well as the upgraded sheer pin at the box.
pics to remind myself how the custom PTO drive box is assembled.
i am also thinking a "PTO ENGAGED" warning light will be a good idea ...