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Forum: Tow Rig Talk Today, 06:10 AM
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Posted By 6DoF
next next will be the bumpers/tailgate ... then...

next next will be the bumpers/tailgate ... then i'd really like to get my diesel gauges going. after that it's into finish/redo the rear wheel houses, bed side steps to hide the fuel tanks, HVAC,...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk Yesterday, 10:22 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
i'm over 1000 miles now. only real issue is the...

i'm over 1000 miles now. only real issue is the drivers front suspension came loose and dropped some alignment shims. glad i caught it while it was still as easy as just putting more back in and...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-29-2024, 01:01 PM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
ordered some chocolate "essential oil" for my DIY...

ordered some chocolate "essential oil" for my DIY batch :lol:
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-29-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
ok, did a little more research on the sauces and...

ok, did a little more research on the sauces and decided to buy 1gal of boiled linseed oil, plus 1qt of mineral spirits. 5x the sauce, 30% cheaper. i'll mix this up and use it on the job box...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-29-2024, 10:22 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
no, this is Sweet Patina - Patina Sauce. when i...

no, this is Sweet Patina - Patina Sauce. when i was looking i wasn't sure the VGG stuff was just the oil/wax.

i'm going to try a DIY mix on the job box to compare
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Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-29-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
before and after CLR wash and Patina Sauce. 3...

before and after CLR wash and Patina Sauce. 3 coats, and since the final wipe down and a few days, it's less shiny now.

https://i.imgur.com/TAFhb90.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/piYLtu6.jpeg
Forum: Jeep Talk 10-03-2024, 06:40 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 169,673
Posted By 6DoF
i should be able to adjust it for anything at...

i should be able to adjust it for anything at this point. HD vs lighter, tube dia, width, etc.

it was only $2xx for SendCutSend to cut n ship all the plate including the bend gauges. i'm hoping...
Forum: Jeep Talk 10-03-2024, 06:37 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 169,673
Posted By 6DoF
daily, no ... but multiple times a week for sure....

daily, no ... but multiple times a week for sure. we do a lot of fixtures, custom enclosures, assembly aids, etc for the floor. our 2 PRUSA prints run basically non-stop in 'The Cave' (the...
Forum: Jeep Talk 10-02-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 169,673
Posted By 6DoF
JAMES! so here is what i am working on. ...

JAMES!

so here is what i am working on. this jeep really is more of a street rod, i really didn't want the weight of a 1-ton axle up front. the spider9 housing might be lighter than a d60...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-02-2024, 08:46 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 292,512
Posted By 6DoF
i actually started designing a light weight...

i actually started designing a light weight fabricated 9" last week!
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-02-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 292,512
Posted By 6DoF
so these pics are at worst case turning...

so these pics are at worst case turning clearance, still should be fine for daily/tow mode. it's actually mid- steer, at full lock it's way more room too. it would need clearance before i went...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-02-2024, 06:48 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 292,512
Posted By 6DoF
ya know, i really think i'll stick with the MT's....

ya know, i really think i'll stick with the MT's. truck had MT's when i got it and i went to AT's for all "the right reasons" ... but MT's might just be the correct choice. just sux these tires are...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 10-01-2024, 07:26 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 292,512
Posted By 6DoF
you ever do something and then instantly regret...

you ever do something and then instantly regret it? not cuz it's bad, but because it's going to cost you more money?

so i wanted to try the 35" ATs from this truck on my street rod jeep. same...
Forum: Jeep Talk 09-09-2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 303,109
Posted By 6DoF
dual rate coils FTW

dual rate coils FTW
Forum: Jeep Talk 09-04-2024, 06:53 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 303,109
Posted By 6DoF
i really like the idea of going "as stock" as...

i really like the idea of going "as stock" as possible on parts. that would be fun to make work.
Forum: Jeep Talk 09-03-2024, 10:22 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 303,109
Posted By 6DoF
you do however get out on the trail/adventure...

you do however get out on the trail/adventure with the daughter n dogo more than i do :thumbsup:
Forum: Jeep Talk 09-03-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 303,109
Posted By 6DoF
holy crap! i forgot all about that waggy ......

holy crap! i forgot all about that waggy ... again ...
Forum: Jeep Talk 08-28-2024, 01:07 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 303,109
Posted By 6DoF
i can come close to building a FF9" / 609 for $5k...

i can come close to building a FF9" / 609 for $5k ... ppl are just scared to pay labor. make it bolt-in!
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 08-09-2024, 08:48 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
yeah, i use the acid to prep old metal for paint...

yeah, i use the acid to prep old metal for paint but i can't see using it on patina. it also makes the rust black-ish, and often leaves white mess that needs ground back off.
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 08-08-2024, 11:44 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
so the CLR is to remove rust stain from the paint...

so the CLR is to remove rust stain from the paint or some oxidation, could do it with a nice towel too. the soft scurbby helps break down the heavier areas and rust flake, basically becomes a...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 08-08-2024, 10:10 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
new bits! got the bed floor screwed down and the...

new bits! got the bed floor screwed down and the fuel filler set up. floor is just pressure treated 3/4" ply stained black. it'll eventually get a full rubber bed cover, just not decided between...
Forum: Jeep Talk 08-05-2024, 02:09 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 303,109
Posted By 6DoF
so much win! but i did notice your parking...

so much win!

but i did notice your parking brake ... is that really necessary?
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 07-08-2024, 01:38 PM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
naw, it wasn't that bad, ppl were very nice about...

naw, it wasn't that bad, ppl were very nice about it. we also kept driving off to go help set up at the camp my wife is volunteering at this week. was just the other side of the beach.
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 07-08-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
2 spiral mufflers and the FTE resonator ... you...

2 spiral mufflers and the FTE resonator ... you basically don't notice the exhaust next to the turbo whistle and general 12V noises.

the extra thick lizard skin on the valve covers, oil pan, and...
Forum: Tow Rig Talk 07-08-2024, 07:23 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 633,151
Posted By 6DoF
truck did great, but it needs AC freakin ASAP. ...

truck did great, but it needs AC freakin ASAP. speaking of AC, the airstream's worked great until the condensation started running out between the wall panels instead of the drain. tried a few...
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