What have you done to your 200 Series this week? (58 Viewers)

[Julian73]

Started planning and parts purchasing for engine bay auxiliary LiFePO4 battery setup for a number of electrical loads. I've started with building fuse boxes, which would normally be simple as everyone goes the Redarc route; power, I just not happy going the with MEGA Fuses or even MIDI fuses. The MEGA with only a 2,000A short circuit interrupt will not cut off a short circuit with a Lithium battery as the power source. Lithium batteries are capable of pumping out loads of juice very quickly and a 2,000 Interrupting Capacity would not cut the flow, so after some experimentation I went with Blue Sea #5196 Fuse Blocks , these use MRBF (Marine Rated Battery Fuse) w/ 10,000A Interrupting Capacity and are not too large at a nominal 2" x 7.5" x 2.4" height each w/ cover on. The dual setup is exactly 4" wide.

As I needed 6 takeoffs from the Auxiliary I tried out a 50 mm terminal-to-terminal link bus bar (BEP #779-LBJ2-B) to join two fuse blocks in parallel; while concerned that I would not be able to remove the covers with the blocks butted together, it turned out to be no problem. Costs are very reasonable at $178 inclusive of 6 fuses for the Aux Blocks and $70 for the Main fitting only 2 fuses. I found the individual fuses for under $15, 30 to 300A.

Last photo shows intended placement on Main Batt. Bracket integral to the tie-down will need to be made for both batteries. I have not ordered the auxiliary LFP battery yet.





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Slee brackets arrived today, I profit them, drilled holes and other modifications, now to send off for power coating to HE bronze.
Slow progress on dual battery setup, but an update on direction. The dual MRBF fuse box setup fits on the Slee battery clamp, tapped base for some 5mm allen head machine screws, as no room for nuts underneath. Ditched the big fuse box for main battery with a simple 2-fuse block Blue Sea #2151 bolted to upgraded battery terminals.

 

[grando]

"Fun" weekend. Got the ironman classic and harbor freight apex winch thrown on. Looks a bit different than the local LXs now. Also fun note, bought this truck exactly a year ago today.
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Looks great, where did you get the trim strip material for the edge of the factory bumper cover?

 

[Wisluggo]

Got the shop to install the sliders and skids. I’m a little bummed about the polyurethane paint on the skids (the shop scuffed them up when installing) but I also think it will be easy to touch up.
I’m done with the build; it’s now a great family hauler.

 

[Tex68w]

Which sliders are those? White Knuckle or Bud Built?

 

[Wisluggo]

Which sliders are those? White Knuckle or Bud Built?

Bud built

 

[Arcturns]

I replaced my GOBI Ladder with a SLEE Bumper. Not sure if I'm violating the classified rules (@Romer ), but I have a perfect GOBI Ladder and Overland Equipped side steps for sale to good home. Preferably Colorado home as I don't want to ship. $200 ($415 new) firm for all. Located in Edwards, CO.

 

[LCHardriver_02]

Just finished my Front Runner Slimline II rack install with the under mount camp table. More stuff to be added tomorrow but today my shoulders are killing me!

 

[AnalogCruiser]

Not this week but it was done to my satisfsction. Rear bumper was a freebie.
Full front self-healing 3M PPF. Was also ceramic coated.

 

[TXMeatball]

Looks great, where did you get the trim strip material for the edge of the factory bumper cover?

Amazon product ASIN B073TNRBS7Weird it's not available right now.

 

[Wisluggo]

Just finished my Front Runner Slimline II rack install with the under mount camp table. More stuff to be added tomorrow but today my shoulders are killing me!

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Tell me more about how you have this truck set up

Oops, saw it in the tag line.

 

[Propernice]

Last week. Installed OEM coil spacers, Spidertrax 1.25” wheels spacers and Voxx entertainment system.

 

[tincan45]

This happened finally! These tents are next gen! Not your typical California based skinny jean hipsters building these tents. This is aerospace engineering for overlanding. Thank you @JJBiggs.

Tired of all the "same", big honking RTT's. So I made a new one. - Terrapod!

I need less reasons to despise freight shipping companies.....this isn't helping that.

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[Ratchey]

It was 91 in Vegas today so decided to get out and find a cooler place. Took a trip up to Wheeler Pass where it was still winter on one side and summer on the other.
Also some idiot decided to cut down a young live tree to try to use for firewood. Not the brightest people in this area.

 

[Ratchey]

A few more...

 

[PhuckItImDone]

Finally got around to having the Ironman 12k winch installed with the Trail Tailor HWM. Had the Factor55 Prolink and 1.5 fairlead thrown on as well. Then the rear bumper decided to let go, at around 70mph on the turnpike. I knew there were a few loose clips, but it decided today was the day. Ended up cutting it with a knife just to get it done. Pulled apart the other side voluntarily as I figured it was only a matter of time. So it's a bit bare-assed now.

 

[thunderthy]

Tried a bit of chrome deleting with Plastidip today on my 2013's grille. I think the full grille in matte black makes the whole thing look a little too aftermarket so I left the outer portion chrome for now. Might have someone do a magnetic gray color match paint job on it in the future when I get around to finishing up the chrome delete.

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[jeep2cruiser]

What size tires are those?

I run 285/75/17 on RW with 1.25” and IMHO its just about oerfect.

Same size! 285/75/17 Toyo AT3s. I love the set up

 

[blu 60]

Got the call from the dealer that my 2021 base Mag Gray Terra is in town and the chrome delete is in process! Delivery next week is probable. TRD Tundra wheels (black Heritage style forged) Heritage center caps and black lug nuts on order. Credit card key, seat belt chime delete via Techstream and some new tires also in the works. Then a proper break in and the fun begins.
Cheers!

 

[Wisluggo]

Got the call from the dealer that my 2021 base Mag Gray Terra is in town and the chrome delete is in process! Delivery next week is probable. TRD Tundra wheels (black Heritage style forged) Heritage center caps and black lug nuts on order. Credit card key, seat belt chime delete via Techstream and some new tires also in the works. Then a proper break in and the fun begins.
Cheers!

Here come the asks for the bronze wheels

 

[blu 60]

Here come the asks for the bronze wheels

Base model -ordered Heritage centercaps w black lugs to go with black Tundra wheels. Keeping stock wheels for AT Chaser Trailer.
Very exciting.