What did you receive in the mail today for your Ranger?

[Colo_Ranger]

Wanna share the secret code?

This is the one that I used when I ordered parts earlier this month.

 

[subquark]

Hey David,

FWIW - The model 905 versions fit nicely on the floor in the back of my SuperCab, even with the seats all the way back. The model 908 you like just might fit there as well. I will likely come up with a molle solution for the bed but for now, this works.

Wow! Thanks for the photos, that does help quite a bit! That 905 does fit perfectly for the Supercab (which is also what I have).

I'd like to go bigger than my current soft zip first-aid kit (that then goes into a dry bag) and was simply going to measure it and make a guess. BUT .. with your pics, I can absolutely get a firm idea of size versus "fit-ability".

It'll be nice to have it in the Nanuk case and no longer need to take it in and out of the dry bag.

Thank you so much, LOL, I am more excited about this than most mods (well, except the damper, of course).

 

[MXGOLF]

Got a couple of waterproof hard cases to house important tools of the trade. The brand is Nanuk - made in Canada. ?

Edited: I knew that case on the left would get the attention of a few folks here. ? Especially @AzScorpion and @Glocker . I mentioned “tools of the trade” because it’s about the “before and after shot”.

Now, don’t get the wrong idea. It’s not like the case on the right is for immediate use after deploying the case on the left. That’s not what I mean.

The first aid case is simply an essential tool for all trades. That case on the left could certainly come into play if someone stole my tools, but it’s really for the before and after shot I mentioned….?

I love your camera setup. I however was expecting to see guns in that case. I like that case for my camera/go pro setup too. Thanks,

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

I love your camera setup. I however was expecting to see guns in that case. I like that case for my camera/go pro setup too. Thanks,

Thanks Mark,

I was kind of baiting the gun guys on here a bit with that case. ? ”Ooh, what’d Duke get - a Sig - a Glock?” ? That company actually has foam insert kits for specific gun models.

The case I bought was empty and the foam insert was MacGyvered from one of the Plano rifle cases on my roof rack. They don’t hold any guns either - just tools, recovery gear, and stuff for detailing my truck. I once joked on here that the only things I have with triggers are detail spray and tire dressing. ?

 

[MXGOLF]

Funny Duke LOL I do have some guns but my photo gear is almost always with me when I am vacationing or camping or hiking. I really like those cases. I do bring a gun with me when I am camping or hiking or riding my motorcycle. I have a little Ruger LC-9 that fits in my tank bag perfect and it's convenient for hiking too.

Thanks,

 

[SD4160]

Top right: newly installed Bilko Auto 12V plug. (Not shown, pigtail option capped and tied up under side wall.)
Bottom left: the dummy plug from the harness for the 12v outlet- my son insisted on both wire and zip tying it to the tie down hook incase I need it later. ?‍

Gave a much needed wash! Tried Meguiars new Ceramic based wash/wax... not impressed at all. Literally no suds. Maybe I used it wrong??? Mix with water, no?

Hopefully its the last time cleaning these wheels and tires before my new ones show up. Lift, wheels and tires all happening at once!

 

[Chris M]

Top right: newly installed Bilko Auto 12V plug. (Not shown, pigtail option capped and tied up under side wall.)
Bottom left: the dummy plug from the harness for the 12v outlet- my son insisted on both wire and zip tying it to the tie down hook incase I need it later. ?‍

Gave a much needed wash! Tried Meguiars new Ceramic based wash/wax... not impressed at all. Literally no suds. Maybe I used it wrong???

Hopefully its the last time cleaning these wheels and tires before my new ones show up. Lift, wheels and tires all happening at once!

Kinda liking the wheels.
They look good on your ride.
Almost wish I had them on mine just for a "different" look.

 

[SD4160]

Kinda liking the wheels.
They look good on your ride.
Almost wish I had them on mine just for a "different" look.

I don't dislike the look of the wheels. For whatever reason my mind screams 17s... also more negative offset. Currently have 1.5" spacers, going +18 offset, which should land me about the same.

They may be available in the next few weeks ?.

 

[Chris M]

I don't dislike the look of the wheels. For whatever reason my mind screams 17s... also more negative offset. Currently have 1.5" spacers, going +18 offset, which should land me about the same.

They may be available in the next few weeks ?.

Those are 18's?

 

[SD4160]

Those are 18's?

Yup. Wearing 265/60R18. Personally wish they'd left the white letters inside. But that's just me.

 

[SD4160]

Top right: newly installed Bilko Auto 12V plug. (Not shown, pigtail option capped and tied up under side wall.)
Bottom left: the dummy plug from the harness for the 12v outlet- my son insisted on both wire and zip tying it to the tie down hook incase I need it later. ?‍

Gave a much needed wash! Tried Meguiars new Ceramic based wash/wax... not impressed at all. Literally no suds. Maybe I used it wrong??? Mix with water, no?

Hopefully its the last time cleaning these wheels and tires before my new ones show up. Lift, wheels and tires all happening at once!

? just realized I'm in the wrong thread. Sowwy ?

 

[SD4160]

My attempt at redemption...
My 100Ah LiFePO4 battery, 1000w inverter, 50a Anderson plugs, and 12v pigtail(for yet to arrive DC to DC charger) arrived today.

My original plan was to build it into a pelican 1440 case (cause wheels!) Or this plano case. I foolishly thought I could possibly fit 2 batteries into the plano here along with charger and inverter, but in true "just gonna wing it" fashion, that clearly isnt gonna happen.

Ordered a pre-fabbed marine battery box pre-fitted with 12v outlets, USB and 50A anderson plugs to see if it makes sense to work with that as a platform. Guess I'll see what makes the most sense as the last few parts arrive.

 

[Colo_Ranger]

Got some recovery gear in today. Should make recovering myself easier, when I am out alone.

 

[subquark]

As some of you may know, I like doing dump runs visiting the recycling center and since I seem to haul an inordinate amount of brush for a tiny yard, I always use ratchet straps, but I often have a hard time reaching the tie downs. I can hook the one side before I load up, but since these are fancy-pants self-retracting ones, you can't really do that with the other side.

So I got some US-made 24" soft loops to leave hanging out so that I can connect the ratchet strap. They are plenty strong for the brush and the 1.6 mile, 25 mph trip.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084VQT8MM

And I also got this to transfer my soft pouch first-aid kit to. I can now just leave it in the truck (bed too) and throw it in the kayak as needed.

Made in Canada and reasonably priced (same price on Amazon as their site, plus they were in stock on Amazon but not with them).

Thank you @DukeCanBuildit for the heads up and photos of this case - it's perfect for us! =)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L9R1N2S

 

[subquark]

Top right: newly installed Bilko Auto 12V plug. (Not shown, pigtail option capped and tied up under side wall.)
Bottom left: the dummy plug from the harness for the 12v outlet- my son insisted on both wire and zip tying it to the tie down hook incase I need it later. ?‍

Gave a much needed wash! Tried Meguiars new Ceramic based wash/wax... not impressed at all. Literally no suds. Maybe I used it wrong??? Mix with water, no?

Hopefully its the last time cleaning these wheels and tires before my new ones show up. Lift, wheels and tires all happening at once!

Nice install, I'm looking forward to putting mine in. I also have a BedRug (albeit a bit baggy in some places!).

Any tips for a hesitant person like me?