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What have you done to your FMTV or LMTV today

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ramdough

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Guruman said:
I Also started to mock up a huge center console.... working on getting the curves on the side panels just right. I left them long in the rear because I'm not exactly sure if I'll put in the third seat, and if I do, where I'd need to chop off the console.

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Can’t wait to see it. Be sure to leave vents so your AC can draw air.


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ramdough said:
Can’t wait to see it. Be sure to leave vents so your AC can draw air.


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Yeah, I have not crossed that bridge just yet..... not sure if I want the console all the way forward against the HVAC, but I'm leaning that way as it would help quiet the fan noise by acting as a baffle. Plus it would make the interior storage options pretty cavernous.
 
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fuzzytoaster said:
Finished up this M1085A1 today. After a power wash two LED marker lights decided to take a vacation. Never 100% done with a truck in this hobby! :p
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Well, at least it isn't just me that it happens to.

I have gone out before with one replacement bulb and fixed a problem. Then with the lights on, truck idling (warming up) for a run around the block - and I come back and a different bulb is out.

I think these trucks just need some attention. Kinda like a dog that needs a few more pats on the head before they feel good. :)

Good looking truck!
 
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Third From Texas said:
Definitely want to hear more.
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The blue devices are "Shelly Cloud" "Shelly One" smart relays... they will let me remote control any circuit in. the truck.

The two white relays in the top right are time-delay relays... I plan to use them to delay headlight dome and curtesy lighting for convenience.

The two black relays in the top left are standard-ish relays. I intend to use them to tap into the 24v switched power to get me several useable circuits of 12v switched power.

The DIN rails and lever-lock terminals is just a way to get everything organized and connected.
 
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Installed the winter radiator cover. Not too bad, would have been nice to have a second set of hands. I’ve now taken a couple of drives, she warms up quickly! Even had the fan turn on after a 40 minute or so drive. Currently wx is in the 40’s.
 
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flyfishtrailer said:
Drove to Herlong and picked up my new to me, never issued cargo cover kit. Tried to get it installed when we got home, but too dark for pictures. I will post some tomorrow
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So the burning question now is this. Do I try and find someone with a tan top who needs a camo top and trade? Or do I paint the truck to match the top?
 

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