What have you done to your 200 Series this week? (21 Viewers)

[NoClue]

Buddy of mine helped build it, 1 off right now as we work out how it performs at Moab. Frame mounts were all table cut though so could be replicated. We’re using the E3 latch, and a stinger design because I was worried about a regular tire plate carrier flexing too much with the 37. The swing arm is 3/16 square tube, and just some 1.75 HREW for the stinger, figured DOM would be overkill given the rest of the metal. Used a slightly smaller spindle so that it fits underneath the bumper skin

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please make that pivot point double shear if you're running a 37"

 

[nwfl4runner]

please make that pivot point double shear if you're running a 37"

Hopefully won’t need to, but that’s part of the testing! The spindle is mounted through a 2x4 3/16th tube which is gusseted in the rear and bottom. It’s welded top, bottom, and vertically on the inside of the tube before the end was plated shut. Frame mount is 1/4” using a grade 12 1/2” bolt through frame and both lower tie down bolts. The frame mount is a complete box (top/side/bottom/front). When latched the latched end is a C-shape mount and solid. Gonna run some fairly hard trails at Moab and see how it takes getting a little touchy feely with the rocks.

 

[moonshadow200]

The Mrs. and I went and got her a sister…

 

[prwillard2]

Call me old fashioned but man I'd have much preferred some paper instructions to go with them instead on only having a video available.

the level of instructions on every aftermarket part I have installed has been terrible. Paper/video doesn't matter, most seem to offer terrible or no instructions. Unsure if it's to keep them able to install aftermarket parts with little competition or just apathy with writing good directions.

 

[Union]

Pulled these nasty guys off to clean and get rebuilt.

 

[dubyahard]

the level of instructions on every aftermarket part I have installed has been terrible. Paper/video doesn't matter, most seem to offer terrible or no instructions. Unsure if it's to keep them able to install aftermarket parts with little competition or just apathy with writing good directions.

Order something from Kaon and you'll find an outlier.

 

[gluaisrothai]

Electrical upgrades continue. Transitioning fully from the Yeti500x to the underhood Dakota Lithium 135ah/ BCDC25/ Powerswitch/ Victron shunt.

I try to use MS22759 wherever I can. High temp insulation, very tough, lubricious, so easy to snake, won’t burn, good copper. Source from Aircraft Spruce.

 

[DallasTide]

Underhood lithium is the dream….

 

[gluaisrothai]

Underhood lithium is the dream….

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

1" 6061 CNC milled front tow mounts are finished up. With my steel version I offered red or bare metal.

Thoughts on anodizing colors?

Red
Black
Blue
Gold

Jason
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[DallasTide]

Those look awesome. I don't have a HE, but if I did I would want bronze to match the wheels.

 

[Gazziza]

Those look awesome. I don't have a HE, but if I did I would want bronze to match the wheels.

Agree. Heritage Bronze for sure.

 

[RichieBones]

Another vote for bronze!

 

[bloc]

1" 6061 CNC milled front tow mounts are finished up. With my steel version I offered red or bare metal.

Thoughts on anodizing colors?

Red
Black
Blue
Gold

Jason
TRAIL TAILOR

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Any concerns with damage to the frame horn or threaded inserts if someone comes down hard on a rock with one of these off-road?

 

[OregonLC]

Any concerns about under-hood temps? The Dakota has a limitation of 32F - 120F. I would love to use that location, but Li seems to not be compatible with engine heat or winter season.

 

[gluaisrothai]

Any concerns about under-hood temps? The Dakota has a limitation of 32F - 120F. I would love to use that location, but Li seems to not be compatible with engine heat or winter season.

This model has a discharge range of -20 to +49 C, and an internal heater to allow charging below zero C.

I live in a fairly temperate region so temp extremes will be rare. If the life of the battery is shortened by a few years so be it.

That said, I do have the Slee redarc mount which I didn’t use…I could put some heater deflector material on that or fasten some directly on the battery case. Hmm…I have a Flir camera, will post some temp photos next time I drive.

 

[bloc]

This model has a discharge range of -20 to +49 C, and an internal heater to allow charging below zero C.

I live in a fairly temperate region so temp extremes will be rare. If the life of the battery is shortened by a few years so be it.

That said, I do have the Slee redarc mount which I didn’t use…I could put some heater deflector material on that or fasten some directly on the battery case. Hmm…I have a Flir camera, will post some temp photos next time I drive.

Underhood temps can be well above 49c in moderate climates, depending on what you’re doing with the truck.

You’re sure it’s just a battery longevity thing and no risk of burning things up?

 

[gluaisrothai]

Underhood temps can be well above 49c in moderate climates, depending on what you’re doing with the truck.

You’re sure it’s just a battery longevity thing and no risk of burning things up?

Honestly probably less risk than leaving a laptop in the back of the car on a sunny day. Various specs on the Dakota website if you want to check it out.

That said…I own 2 EVs and neither ever sleep in my garage…though I sometimes daily a DeLorean which is probably peak death by fire risk.

DL+ 12V 135Ah Dual Purpose 1000CCA LiFePO4 Battery

DL+ 12v 135Ah LiFePO4 Golf Cart & 1000CCA Automotive Battery. Marine & Automotive Compatibility. 135 Amp Hours of deep cycle Dakota Lithium performance.

dakotalithium.com

OPERATING TEMPERATURE
Ideal for rugged & harsh environments. Much better than SLA or other lithium batteries. -20°F min, +150°F max optimal operating temps (battery performs well down to -20°F). Internal even-heat technology allows for charging below 32°F. BMS high temp cut off at 167°F / 75°C.

Dakota Lithium batteries are 100% safe & reliable. Our signature chemistry, Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4), does not contain rare earth elements (like Cobalt) or heavy metals, is non-toxic, including no lead or acid, is non-corrosive, does not off gas, requires no watering or maintenance, can be placed in any orientation, and unlike other lithium batteries will not explode or catch fire. In addition, each Dakota Lithium battery is protected from over heating, over charging, and short circuiting, by a battery management system (BMS) microchip that also extends the lifespan and is contained in a rugged, waterproof case (although enough water can conduct electricity between the terminals, so don't submerse the battery). For best performance & reliability we recommend using a LiFePO4 charger.

 

[bloc]

Honestly probably less risk than leaving a laptop in the back of the car on a sunny day. Various specs on the Dakota website if you want to check it out.

That said…I own 2 EVs and neither ever sleep in my garage…though I sometimes daily a DeLorean which is probably peak death by fire risk.

DL+ 12V 135Ah Dual Purpose 1000CCA LiFePO4 Battery

DL+ 12v 135Ah LiFePO4 Golf Cart & 1000CCA Automotive Battery. Marine & Automotive Compatibility. 135 Amp Hours of deep cycle Dakota Lithium performance.

dakotalithium.com

OPERATING TEMPERATURE
Ideal for rugged & harsh environments. Much better than SLA or other lithium batteries. -20°F min, +150°F max optimal operating temps (battery performs well down to -20°F). Internal even-heat technology allows for charging below 32°F. BMS high temp cut off at 167°F / 75°C.

I’ve been at a test burn of a BEV inside a garage. It was a hell of a thing. It wouldn’t get used in a garage but my department is testing a fire blanket for BEV car fires.. I’m really interested in seeing how that plays out.

And the cutoff not even tripping til 167 sure seems to imply you have some headroom. I wouldn’t be totally shocked (get it?) if that trips on you in some conditions though.

Good point about laptop in car..

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Any concerns with damage to the frame horn or threaded inserts if someone comes down hard on a rock with one of these off-road?

No they are 3/16" thicker than my steel version with a higher tensile. Never had a problem with the steel version.