Okay, as we ponder enjoying the last day of the weekend, all of those modification plans start flooding our minds! We know you’ve done some fun stuff to your rigs... so, INSPIRE US! Drop some pics of your fun mods.
We keep running into folks that are actually coming up with some pretty fantastic modification designs themselves. Love to see your handywork!
While my '16 Frontier is in no way really ready for the trails, I have started building the tie down and cargo system for it. Eventually the goal is to have a modular quick change system to allow me to switch out the gear based on the type of adventure. It will have bed rails for a tent base, a variety of storage, quick fist hold downs for C02, recovery tools, and fire suppression. Right now I have the L-track in place as a start, most gear will mount to them. For the time being, I made a bungee spiderweb as the first (daily driver) option... I like the L-track because it is an easy install, and has lots of accessories for tie down/bolt down options.
Today, I am working on relocating and upgrading my rear camera. The current camera is in my hitch receiver. Since I will be using the receiver for a rear tow/recovery point, The camera has to move. Figured that I can use this move as a reason to upgrade the camera.... Now to figure out where to mount the new one!
I just joined the group a few nights ago, so, hello! I installed a lift in the rear of my 05' Expedition this week. Hopefully tires are in the near future. Here's a before/after picture.
Got the new camera installed and tested. Much happier, and now I can use my hitch receiver too.
Awesome stuff! It’s fun to see what you’re all up to. I see some great wrenching sessions in our future. Miles, welcome... we’re glad you’re here! Hope to see you on the trail!
Next bit is in place... Still have a bit of wiring and tuning to do, but it's getting there.
Stealth CB, with the lid closed it's out of sight from outside. The speaker out on the radio will be plugged into the aux jack in the image, so I will get the audio through my speakers. The power will be a cigg plug to the outlet shown too. The only really visible part is the antenna. Thinking about adding a small 12v fan in line and cutting a vent hole in the compartment. Going to wait on that till I can use the unit and see how warm things get in the console box with the lid closed.
Custom fit and covered rear-seatless 2dr JK dog bed courtesy of Pimp My Ride, Arts and Crafts edition.
All six of my doggos would fit in there!
Well, I have been busier than a long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs.
Where do I start? Okay - Here...
Got the sPod installed after staring at it in my living room for the past three months. I highly recommend the sPod, as it makes the wiring process for electrical accessories SUPER easy!
I will wind up putting a support bracket on the fwd-right side of the sPod mount, as it sort of floats in space and I don't think we need it bouncing around.
All in all, very pleased with the work!
A few more ancillary mods...
Hella Dual Tone horn upgrade...
Baja Design Rock lights.... I added a security feature to these to prevent theft.
Kenwood HAM radio install with removable head unit.
I was able to tuck the brain in the DS footwell. No interference with the pedals at all and right near the firewall pass through.
If you’re looking to rectify your 2dr JK decision, you can mount a rotopax on either interior rear side with 3feet of 1/8” x 3” steel, a drill, a vise and a 3” U-bolt.