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#121
10-24-2016, 11:42 AM
Lead Driver
#122
10-24-2016, 12:30 PM
Post Fiend
Thanks Nate. I can't tell you how pleased I am with how it turned out. Ruby had a chrome grill and it just never felt like me. After I took the bumper off, I had to beat on those brackets with an 8 lb. sledge. There were seriously bent. The only thing I would wonder about your grill is removing the "chrome" plating or whatever it's called. Do you think it'd be a major pain?
Thanks Jarrett. I agree, but I have one issue to address before any tinting goes down. The glass is in HORRIBLE condition. I have been trying different remedies, but it's cloudy, water spotted, and scratched. I am seriously thinking about waiting until January to replace at least the front two door glass and windshield. So far I have tried compound, steel wool, wadding polish, and dawn. I think it just needs to be replaced. I am not sure why it's in such bad shape.
Thanks Bryan. I can't lie...even though I know I should have drained the block, it's not a problem I wanted to have on Sunday after noon if the plugs decided to strip out like my diff plug did. I just wanted to get some SCAs back in there since I highly doubt the PO even knew to do so or cared. I would have used concentrated, but all Napa had was the 50/50 so I went with it for now. It was on sale at $9 bucks a gallon, so after we get settled this month with a new job and the second part of my semester starting, I'll address it more thoroughly then. It took almost 5 gallons just from me draining it and refilling, so hopefully it's in much better shape now. The good news is, the green coolant that came out of there looked really clean, for what it's worth. I did take off the overflow bottle and clean it real good though. It was pretty bad.
Thanks Jarrett. I agree, but I have one issue to address before any tinting goes down. The glass is in HORRIBLE condition. I have been trying different remedies, but it's cloudy, water spotted, and scratched. I am seriously thinking about waiting until January to replace at least the front two door glass and windshield. So far I have tried compound, steel wool, wadding polish, and dawn. I think it just needs to be replaced. I am not sure why it's in such bad shape.
Thanks Bryan. I can't lie...even though I know I should have drained the block, it's not a problem I wanted to have on Sunday after noon if the plugs decided to strip out like my diff plug did. I just wanted to get some SCAs back in there since I highly doubt the PO even knew to do so or cared. I would have used concentrated, but all Napa had was the 50/50 so I went with it for now. It was on sale at $9 bucks a gallon, so after we get settled this month with a new job and the second part of my semester starting, I'll address it more thoroughly then. It took almost 5 gallons just from me draining it and refilling, so hopefully it's in much better shape now. The good news is, the green coolant that came out of there looked really clean, for what it's worth. I did take off the overflow bottle and clean it real good though. It was pretty bad.
Sandblasted glass you think?
I honestly wouldn't stress about getting the last gallon or two out. If you're watching your SCA's and keeping them in range, put a coolant filter on it and you'll be doing more than 98% of the PSD owners out there are.
#125
10-25-2016, 07:10 AM
How to: Grab Handles for the OBS - Ford Powerstroke Diesel Forum
This was the best writeup I found. They also make little nut rivet things that might be a better option.
I remember someone using those cilp nuts like what Ford used for everything
This was the best writeup I found. They also make little nut rivet things that might be a better option.
I remember someone using those cilp nuts like what Ford used for everything
#126
10-25-2016, 08:43 AM
I got grab handles from a late 90's to early 2000's Ford Escape. The tan matched the tan in my truck almost perfect. I drilled holes and used thread cutting screws like the ones that came with the handles. I went to my local hardware and got just a bit bigger diameter screw. They have been installed now for about 6 months, my wife uses it every time she gets in.
#127
10-25-2016, 08:52 AM
#128
10-25-2016, 09:00 AM
I got grab handles from a late 90's to early 2000's Ford Escape. The tan matched the tan in my truck almost perfect. I drilled holes and used thread cutting screws like the ones that came with the handles. I went to my local hardware and got just a bit bigger diameter screw. They have been installed now for about 6 months, my wife uses it every time she gets in.
#129
10-25-2016, 10:32 AM
Lead Driver
How to: Grab Handles for the OBS - Ford Powerstroke Diesel Forum
This was the best writeup I found. They also make little nut rivet things that might be a better option.
I remember someone using those cilp nuts like what Ford used for everything
This was the best writeup I found. They also make little nut rivet things that might be a better option.
I remember someone using those cilp nuts like what Ford used for everything
That looks easy enough, just need to find me some handles now. Thank you but I am in REP JAIL
#130
10-26-2016, 06:31 AM
Post Fiend
How to: Grab Handles for the OBS - Ford Powerstroke Diesel Forum
I remember someone using those cilp nuts like what Ford used for everything
I remember someone using those cilp nuts like what Ford used for everything
#131
10-26-2016, 06:52 AM
That may have been me. I used rubber well nuts on my first truck, but didn't care for them I want to be SURE that the handle isn't going anywhere if people (my little wife, included) are going to be grabbing these to help them climb into the truck. The second time I did this (when I installed them into my current truck) I used the spring steel clip nuts and I like the way that worked much better. You have to drill an extra hole, but the mounting is a lot more solid. These things aren't going anywhere.
#132
10-26-2016, 06:56 AM
Post Fiend
Yeah, I think I read your writeup or something very similar. Something like a 1/4 or 5/16 hole that lines up with the holes in the handles, and a 1" hole about 1" away from each little one for the clip to slide into. I thought that was pretty slick and is how I think I will be doing it if I ever get around to it.
#134
10-26-2016, 06:59 AM
Post Fiend
#135
10-26-2016, 08:19 AM
Originally Posted by Jarrett Campbell
Teach your kids what I taught my siblings... TUCK AND ROLL!!
Originally Posted by DIYMechanic
Haha, that'd probably work as much time as they spend on the trampoline. Be my luck they'd tuck and roll right under another vehicle and get all banged up.
