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Old Oct 1, 2012 | 11:02 PM
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One of the dogs and his officer were finishing up training it seems. He kept asking the other K9 officer questions and it was his dog that did not always let go when told to. Plus it was probably just a good idea to move everyone back just incase. That would be a nasty lawsuit.
 
Old Oct 1, 2012 | 11:06 PM
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I wouldn't buy a sluice, you can build one pretty easily. I'll even help you build it...for a mere 50% of the take
I could see the wood ones bein pretty easy to build, but I'm looking at the smaller stream stream ones that all look to be aluminum sheet metal and other stuff. You got one laying around?
 
Old Oct 2, 2012 | 01:24 AM
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got 4 new tires for the truck today. some Fierce Attitude M/T's in 315/75R16 load range E. only got maybe 100 miles on them today and so far nice and quiet ride well. they seem kinda soft so hopefully they wont wear out too fast.

i know i know pictures or it did not happen haha. ill get some pictures tomorrow. got them mounted on my stock steel D window rims, just a very slight rub on the front springs at full lock other than that, they do look good for being stuck on a 7" wide rim.
 
Old Oct 2, 2012 | 06:51 AM
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You got one laying around?
I'm fresh out of sluice boxes, but I've got an old dishwasher that you're welcome to.


Let's see those tires Justin.
 
Old Oct 2, 2012 | 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by SteveBricks
Let's see those tires Justin.


here ya go!







 
Old Oct 2, 2012 | 10:58 PM
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Well good thing my turn signal switch came in the mail today... My right rear signal hadnt been working and now my brake lights stopped working too. Checked and the issue is for sure in the switch as I have voltage before and not after it.

Guess I know what Im doing before class tomorrow morning...
 
Old Oct 3, 2012 | 03:10 AM
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Met with Steve today after my interview since I was in his neck of the woods. He recalibrated my speedo for me for my new tires.

On the way home I realized how much I was speeding before and didnt know it! At least a 5mph difference.
 
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The dangers of pressurized hydraulic fluid.. Warning, graphic image of an industrial injury. I just found it really interesting that hydraulic fluid can do this much damage. I have linked to the image instead of embedding it because of the graphic content.

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphot...61288380_n.jpg
 
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Old Oct 3, 2012 | 04:07 AM
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Ouchhhhhhhh
 
Old Oct 3, 2012 | 06:54 AM
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Met with Steve today after my interview since I was in his neck of the woods. He recalibrated my speedo for me for my new tires.
Cool, is it easy to do?
 
Old Oct 3, 2012 | 07:06 AM
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With the AE software and instructions, it's so easy even I can do it. If you need it done, just let me know...I'm a pro now
 
Old Oct 3, 2012 | 09:54 AM
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Thanks guys for the feedback on my 6.0 query, couple days back.
Dived head-long into the 6.0 forums over the last couple days...boy that motor has some querks. I mean, I knew that motor was temperamental, but wow, its like having a trophy wife....better not neglect her for a minute, she'll be taking all your money.

Sure is fun to drive tho.
 
Old Oct 3, 2012 | 10:29 AM
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The thing about hydraulic fluid is it is usually very hot and under extreme pressures. Can do a lot of damage very quickly.
 
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Cool, is it easy to do?
Seemed easy, but he did it
 
Old Oct 3, 2012 | 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by bryyce62
Thanks guys for the feedback on my 6.0 query, couple days back.
Dived head-long into the 6.0 forums over the last couple days...boy that motor has some querks. I mean, I knew that motor was temperamental, but wow, its like having a trophy wife....better not neglect her for a minute, she'll be taking all your money.

Sure is fun to drive tho.
It's not as bad as some will lead you to believe. Fresh oil and only MC filters will go a long way to keeping her running smooth. Get a Scangauge II to keep an eye on the vitals.

Just remember, when it does go, it'll cost you a fortune to fix.

Of course, I'm kidding. Congrats on the new ride.
 



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