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by SimonandSimonBeast
Tue Mar 30, 2021 9:05 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Here's the Jackery 1000 getting it's first charge via wall outlet.Image

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Tue Mar 30, 2021 4:36 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Back to business with the Power Wagon. I went a little crazy with the bonus this year. First up, The Thuren front bumper I ordered on Mar 23rd looks about to ship. Got a tracking number anyway... Also ordered a Jackery 1,000 for some portable power in the house and on the road. Arrived today, pics t...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Tue Mar 30, 2021 4:24 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: Rusty's Build - 2008 POWER WAGON RC
Replies: 155
Views: 98672

Re: Rusty's Build - 2008 POWER WAGON RC

Nice to finally get them. Jealous now. Wish I had them over the Fox 2.0s. You owe us some unboxing pics[emoji16]

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Tue Mar 23, 2021 8:08 pm
Forum: Power Wagon Events, Social Gatherings, & Get Togethers
Topic: Rausch Creek 2021
Replies: 31
Views: 16198

Re: Rausch Creek 2021

I was hoping my 18 yr old Owen would be there with his LJ, which will have a nice set of sliders by then, but he has a bash at OC, MD with other graduates that weekend....(read:. Trouble[emoji849]). So, just the 3 of us this time.

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Tue Mar 23, 2021 7:59 pm
Forum: Power Wagon Events, Social Gatherings, & Get Togethers
Topic: Rausch Creek 2021
Replies: 31
Views: 16198

Re: Rausch Creek 2021

1. Peter and Stephanie
2. Mac and family with snowflake
3. Mike and Cathy
4. John, Dana and Emma
5.

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Fri Mar 05, 2021 3:00 pm
Forum: Power Wagon Talk
Topic: Peter's 2019 Power Wagon Build Thread
Replies: 22
Views: 8455

Re: Peter's 2019 Power Wagon Build Thread

Looking good. I will be watching to see your off-road performance and long term review of the tires after you get some miles on them.

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Thu Feb 25, 2021 3:29 pm
Forum: Power Wagon Talk
Topic: Is there an exhaust fix
Replies: 7
Views: 3792

Re: Is there an exhaust fix

Do you know if this is a bolt up option for the '13 5.7, without and other modification to the exhaust system? And wrap or not wrap them? This is an area of concern I have little experience with, so any help is appreciated.

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Wed Feb 24, 2021 8:20 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Thanks guys. Looking forward to wrenching and wheeling with him. Already spent a few hundred on bringing the interior, which wasn't bad, up to date. Rough Country seat covers, Weathertech mats, Grabbars, bluetooth JVC marine spec stereo and Infinity speakers all around. Next mods will probably be sl...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Wed Feb 24, 2021 11:58 am
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

I had a '97 TJ I bought new. Drove it for 11 years. Loved wrenching on that and wheeling it. I really liked the LJ idea when they came out. So capable when they get lifted while getting a little more usable interior space. I was lucky to find this nice specimen nearby. Sent from my Moto Z (2) using ...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Tue Feb 23, 2021 9:10 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

I know this isn't a Power Wagon, but now I have a build 2.0. picked up this 2005 LJ for my 18 yr old son. Now it is the father and son build. I will have to decide between this and my wagon from a budgetary standpoint. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210224/a9ac1ba19a2085df53ba87126ba744cb.jpg ht...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Wed Feb 17, 2021 12:47 pm
Forum: The Hobby Shop
Topic: Funny Picture Thread
Replies: 551
Views: 300314

Re: Funny Picture Thread

And then this...Image

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Mon Feb 08, 2021 4:35 pm
Forum: The Hobby Shop
Topic: Read the Room, Jeep!
Replies: 2
Views: 3394

Re: Read the Room, Jeep!

Joe and Doctor Jill Biden awkwardly preach to wear masks and get tested....transitions directly to someone pulling their mask below their nose, and all the players mask less and a stadium filled nuts to butts with 22,000 spectators I mean the optics...who comes up with this garbage. Sent from my Mot...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Wed Feb 03, 2021 9:12 am
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain
Topic: No More Manual T-Case Shifter for 2021
Replies: 14
Views: 6127

Re: No More Manual T-Case Shifter for 2021

Making me love my '13 more and more.

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Sat Jan 30, 2021 1:11 pm
Forum: Power Wagon Talk
Topic: Is there an exhaust fix
Replies: 7
Views: 3792

Re: Is there an exhaust fix

Did you ever get a solution to this? I have a '13 PW and at least 1bolt on the manifold is broken, giving me some pitter patter on cold start up. My shop says it is a good time to upgrade to headers if I wanted to fix it. I am also looking for headers and bolt improvements. Sent from my Moto Z (2) u...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Thu Dec 31, 2020 8:51 am
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Lol...yeah, I was kind of thinking it was redundant since your instructions are so good. It really was one of the easier mods I've done. Maybe if some people on the fence see it in my build, they will pull the trigger.

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 4:24 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

I drilled and inserted the control button in the same small dash panel that I installed my KC aux light switches in. I connected the ground wire to the same bolt I attached my aux light switch ground wires under the dash. Secure extra wires with zip ties as needed. Done. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 4:19 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Drill hole in clutch plate cover large enough to route remaining wire harness through hole. Apply sealant once wire is routed through hole. Use zip ties as needed.Image

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 4:16 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Run override harness up toward fuse block (I ran mine down before attaching to the module...gravity helps). Drill hole in fuse block housing to run red wire into fuse block. Attach add-a-fuse wire provided. Remove proper fuse from block and insert it into empty slot on add-a-fuse connector. Seal spo...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 4:08 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Apply sealant to housing still attached to the truck. Press on smart bar module, affix OE bolts and torque all bolts to 37 lbs. Reattach factory harness and new override harness. Use dielectric grease on both harness clips. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201227/a741456c2075a8856853f602f71de1d3.j...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 4:02 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Apply provided silicone sealant to new actuator motor and screw it to the aluminum adapter plate. I used slide channel pliers to snug it up carefully. Attach adapter plate to smart bar housing using provided bolts. I used a little blue locktite. Torque to 37 lbs once on truck. https://uploads.tapata...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 3:56 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Affix dielectric grease on module gasket, affix clear plastic cover over module and press against grease. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201227/ce7782a8189b2d5eac01d2cfbc7eb501.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201227/2248e0a1295a6c8767e1cad9cd8227c3.jpg Sent from my Moto Z (2) using Tapata...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 3:49 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Drill small hole in smart bar module plastic webbing, insert E clip to groove in shaft, attach zip tie through hole and above E clip on shaft, retract shaft and tighten zip tie and affix rubber tip on shaft. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201227/a39254dce6dee5957c0a1e8fd6ffd018.jpg https://uploa...
by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 3:41 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Next insert PVC spacer into housing still attached to the truck.ImageImage

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 3:38 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Next remove 3 bolts attaching smart bar housing and detach.ImageImage

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by SimonandSimonBeast
Sun Dec 27, 2020 3:35 pm
Forum: Member Builds
Topic: SimonandSimonBeast Build
Replies: 199
Views: 103760

Re: SimonandSimonBeast Build

Installed the Abel Swaybar Bypass today. I have to say Dave makes job easy, and works perfectly. Here is the step-by-step. This may be redundant for some people, but might be helpful to others. First step, disconnect wire harness from smart bar. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201227/b485460de11c...