ArdWrknTrk Posted July 11, 2019 Share Posted July 11, 2019 Installed my door panel window sweeps and put the door panels back on so they're not laying around the shop. Still need to do something with the armrests, but that's for another day. Here's how Bricknose map pockets look with a Bullnose door panel. The map pockets originally had carpet on them, however since I'm running a vinyl floor I did not want carpet anywhere on the truck. As you can see there are a few holes scattered around the map pocket, as well as a thin line where the vinyl seems to have been stitched together. Even with those two features I still find it to be an acceptable alternative to the carpeted map pockets for those who wish to go without carpet. Looks good! And good to know. David pointed out some ratty carpeted pockets on eBay for my truck. But Lil' Red is a basic Custom. The carpet (even if clean) would be out of place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted July 11, 2019 Share Posted July 11, 2019 Looks good! And good to know. David pointed out some ratty carpeted pockets on eBay for my truck. But Lil' Red is a basic Custom. The carpet (even if clean) would be out of place. Same feeling I have. This truck is only gonna be a Ranger/XL trim truck so carpet is not something that was available for that trim and it's not something that I want in a truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorsai Posted July 11, 2019 Share Posted July 11, 2019 Looks good, Dane. I've not used a tee like that for fear of not getting an accurate reading since the sender isn't in the flowing coolant. But maybe you can disprove that by using an infra-red thermometer on the thermostat housing and compare that to the gauge? Perhaps my worries have been for naught. Started on my tune up/ignition system refresh today. Since I haven't the faintest idea how old the coil in my truck is, I'm putting a new one in - and while I'm at it, I'm going to clean and paint the bracket that holds it. Speaking of coils...anyone know why new ones are about a half-inch taller than the old ones? I read that online somewhere the other day, and sure enough: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted July 11, 2019 Share Posted July 11, 2019 Started on my tune up/ignition system refresh today. Since I haven't the faintest idea how old the coil in my truck is, I'm putting a new one in - and while I'm at it, I'm going to clean and paint the bracket that holds it. Speaking of coils...anyone know why new ones are about a half-inch taller than the old ones? I read that online somewhere the other day, and sure enough: Wow Matthew, slow down. "Chew your food, don't inhale it!" Don't you want to savor the frustrations, and joy of accomplishment? 😊 I know they went to horizontal mounting when they stopped filling them with PCB's and started using epoxy. Because the epoxy wouldn't run out and stop insulating and heat transfer. No, I have no idea why they are longer (taller?) unless they are using the same number of turns, but thicker wire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorsai Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Wow Matthew, slow down. "Chew your food, don't inhale it!" Don't you want to savor the frustrations, and joy of accomplishment? 😊 Heh. With my usual leisurely style of truck maintenance, that's what I do. But right now the clock is ticking...if I'm going to make it to Gary's show in September, there's a whole list of things that need to get done - it's nearly a thousand miles each way, plus I'm thinking of a side trip to San Antonio while I'm out there. A lot of items that I've previously considered low priority are taking on new urgency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Wow Matthew, slow down. "Chew your food, don't inhale it!" Don't you want to savor the frustrations, and joy of accomplishment? 😊 Heh. With my usual leisurely style of truck maintenance, that's what I do. But right now the clock is ticking...if I'm going to make it to Gary's show in September, there's a whole list of things that need to get done - it's nearly a thousand miles each way, plus I'm thinking of a side trip to San Antonio while I'm out there. A lot of items that I've previously considered low priority are taking on new urgency. Well, big plans require big preparations! It seems your diet is kicking into overdrive. Do you have any idea why the coil is longer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorsai Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Well, big plans require big preparations! It seems your diet is kicking into overdrive. I don't know whether it's the diet, or the prospect of having to walk my way out of Arkansas banjo country if the truck dies...but everything I'm doing has needed to be done so I'm good with it regardless. Do you have any idea why the coil is longer? Nope...your theory is as good as any. It went back into the bracket and onto the truck with no problem, and it started right up when I was done, so...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Well, big plans require big preparations! It seems your diet is kicking into overdrive. I don't know whether it's the diet, or the prospect of having to walk my way out of Arkansas banjo country if the truck dies...but everything I'm doing has needed to be done so I'm good with it regardless. Do you have any idea why the coil is longer? Nope...your theory is as good as any. It went back into the bracket and onto the truck with no problem, and it started right up when I was done, so...? Very similar to what I said earlier to Steve in the spark plug wire thread. 'fits and functions better than the old worn out part. What's not to like?' But now you have me curious. I'm going to have to look into the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Well, big plans require big preparations! It seems your diet is kicking into overdrive. I don't know whether it's the diet, or the prospect of having to walk my way out of Arkansas banjo country if the truck dies...but everything I'm doing has needed to be done so I'm good with it regardless. Do you have any idea why the coil is longer? Nope...your theory is as good as any. It went back into the bracket and onto the truck with no problem, and it started right up when I was done, so...? I thought Deliverance was set in GA? David can give you a ride to Podunk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Wow Matthew, slow down. "Chew your food, don't inhale it!" Don't you want to savor the frustrations, and joy of accomplishment? 😊 Heh. With my usual leisurely style of truck maintenance, that's what I do. But right now the clock is ticking...if I'm going to make it to Gary's show in September, there's a whole list of things that need to get done - it's nearly a thousand miles each way, plus I'm thinking of a side trip to San Antonio while I'm out there. A lot of items that I've previously considered low priority are taking on new urgency. I beat on my truck for thousands and thousands of miles locally. I don't worry about a road trip except for checking fluids and maybe an oil change if I expect to go past my 5k oci during the trip. Sign up for AAA if you have real fears of catastrophe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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