'89 Ramcharger 12V 5-speed 4x4 build
05-22-2017, 06:18 PM
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REALLY looking forward to seeing the RC and you guys at Carlisle this year. Dunno how you do it man. You have 2 truck projects going at once and making progress left and right. I have one truck project that has been creeping for 3 years...ugh. Glad to see it coming together.
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05-22-2017, 08:35 PM
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Thanks guys!
I will see if I can get a video or at least some pictures, that T-man could post of it... THANKS T-MAN!
Tonight I got the rearview mirror attached to the windshield, and fluid filmed through all the trim holes from the inside with a rattle can. I also installed new wiper blades and the wiper arms.
I then worked on the stereo install for a bit. I have to get a good ground dailed in for it next.
I also pulled and cleaned up all the parts needed to rebuild the multi function switch on the steering column.
It is registered and insured now...it is finally coming together!
I will see if I can get a video or at least some pictures, that T-man could post of it... THANKS T-MAN!
Tonight I got the rearview mirror attached to the windshield, and fluid filmed through all the trim holes from the inside with a rattle can. I also installed new wiper blades and the wiper arms.
I then worked on the stereo install for a bit. I have to get a good ground dailed in for it next.
I also pulled and cleaned up all the parts needed to rebuild the multi function switch on the steering column.
It is registered and insured now...it is finally coming together!
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05-22-2017, 08:48 PM
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REALLY looking forward to seeing the RC and you guys at Carlisle this year. Dunno how you do it man. You have 2 truck projects going at once and making progress left and right. I have one truck project that has been creeping for 3 years...ugh. Glad to see it coming together.
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05-22-2017, 09:55 PM
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Yeah!
Sheep flavored Ramcharger!!
Woo hoo!
Sheep flavored Ramcharger!!
Woo hoo!
05-25-2017, 08:53 AM
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Last night after dinner, I got a used aftermarket CD player I had on then shelf installed.
I then changed out the head light switch for a nicer OEM one I had and fixed the missing cover on the map light.
I also looked at some nice grey bucket seats and the console out of a '92 W-250 I have and thought about installing them instead of the sun beaten and torn blue seats in the RC. The ones that are in there already don't recline and the console is missing.
I wish I could find some really nice blue bucket seats for a 1st gen. I just don't come across blue interior rigs often though.
I then changed out the head light switch for a nicer OEM one I had and fixed the missing cover on the map light.
I also looked at some nice grey bucket seats and the console out of a '92 W-250 I have and thought about installing them instead of the sun beaten and torn blue seats in the RC. The ones that are in there already don't recline and the console is missing.
I wish I could find some really nice blue bucket seats for a 1st gen. I just don't come across blue interior rigs often though.
05-25-2017, 02:59 PM
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I just booked my show field spot in Carlisle for the Gauntlet...That should put a little fire under my butt to get it up and running well, as it is a 1000+ mile round trip. The dogs and I are off to the shop to finish re-installing the dash and see if I can professionalize the under hood diesel wiring which is just laying in place.
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05-26-2017, 07:46 AM
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Last night after dinner, I got a used aftermarket CD player I had on then shelf installed.
I then changed out the head light switch for a nicer OEM one I had and fixed the missing cover on the map light.
I also looked at some nice grey bucket seats and the console out of a '92 W-250 I have and thought about installing them instead of the sun beaten and torn blue seats in the RC. The ones that are in there already don't recline and the console is missing.
I wish I could find some really nice blue bucket seats for a 1st gen. I just don't come across blue interior rigs often though.
I then changed out the head light switch for a nicer OEM one I had and fixed the missing cover on the map light.
I also looked at some nice grey bucket seats and the console out of a '92 W-250 I have and thought about installing them instead of the sun beaten and torn blue seats in the RC. The ones that are in there already don't recline and the console is missing.
I wish I could find some really nice blue bucket seats for a 1st gen. I just don't come across blue interior rigs often though.
National Premium MD Series
It's for my Fuso. I need an air seat in there since I upgraded my suspension to super heavy duty springs. They actually are an intermediary for the seat manufacturers (they sell, but don't manufacture), but I'm sure there is someone out there that can make you whatever you want if you want to pay for it.
05-26-2017, 07:47 AM
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I just booked my show field spot in Carlisle for the Gauntlet...That should put a little fire under my butt to get it up and running well, as it is a 1000+ mile round trip. The dogs and I are off to the shop to finish re-installing the dash and see if I can professionalize the under hood diesel wiring which is just laying in place.
05-26-2017, 08:11 AM
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05-26-2017, 10:28 PM
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"I just ordered a new seat from these guys:"
Is the seat an air suspension seat? I don't know anything about truck seats. A matched pair could get a bit spendy! A suspension seat would be good for the failing back.
Don't know how you do it Oliver, I have trouble just keeping up on repairs and maintenance, and I'm failing at that!
Is the seat an air suspension seat? I don't know anything about truck seats. A matched pair could get a bit spendy! A suspension seat would be good for the failing back.
Don't know how you do it Oliver, I have trouble just keeping up on repairs and maintenance, and I'm failing at that!
05-27-2017, 07:05 AM
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I had my Fuso suspension beefed up, and since then, it handles so much better, but rides super rough over poor roads.
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05-27-2017, 07:51 AM
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I was out in the shop till midnight last night. By the time I figured out why the interior cabin lights where staying on from a faulty headlight switch, I had a bunch of dash re-assembly to do. The dash is now fully functional. The low fuel light, 4x4 light, idiot lights and all the gauges are spot on.
I decided to unbolt and disable the grid heater relays as it will not see cold weather starts. If I decide I want them I have them saved and they are easy to re-install. I never hooked up the grids on my white crew cab and I have not missed them in the 6 years since I did that swap. The once or twice I needed to fire it up in the dead of winter to plow around it I just hooked a battery pack up the the grid heater for 20 seconds.
I have some new 2 1/2 inch spring clamps on the way from Amazon, but in the mean time I added a clamp or two to my custom spring packs. Then I worked on some under hood wiring and getting the A/C lines bolted down.
I decided that the grey '92 bucket seats are a close enough color for me and a huge improvement in comfort. I cleaned up the center console with some Simple Green and the garden hose and installed the nice drivers seat. I located the original blue front seat belts and bolts in the multiple boxes of parts that came with the half baked project and bolted them down as well.
I plan to take it out this afternoon with my daughter for a good drive.
Oh, I also installed a nice OEM Ram's head I had in my collection as the one on the RC was gone by the time I drove out to AZ to pick up it up.
I decided to unbolt and disable the grid heater relays as it will not see cold weather starts. If I decide I want them I have them saved and they are easy to re-install. I never hooked up the grids on my white crew cab and I have not missed them in the 6 years since I did that swap. The once or twice I needed to fire it up in the dead of winter to plow around it I just hooked a battery pack up the the grid heater for 20 seconds.
I have some new 2 1/2 inch spring clamps on the way from Amazon, but in the mean time I added a clamp or two to my custom spring packs. Then I worked on some under hood wiring and getting the A/C lines bolted down.
I decided that the grey '92 bucket seats are a close enough color for me and a huge improvement in comfort. I cleaned up the center console with some Simple Green and the garden hose and installed the nice drivers seat. I located the original blue front seat belts and bolts in the multiple boxes of parts that came with the half baked project and bolted them down as well.
I plan to take it out this afternoon with my daughter for a good drive.
Oh, I also installed a nice OEM Ram's head I had in my collection as the one on the RC was gone by the time I drove out to AZ to pick up it up.
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05-27-2017, 08:02 AM
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I was out in the shop till midnight last night. By the time I figured out why the interior cabin lights where staying on from a faulty headlight switch, I had a bunch of dash re-assembly to do. The dash is now fully functional. The low fuel light, 4x4 light, idiot lights and all the gauges are spot on.
I decided to unbolt and disable the grid heater relays as it will not see cold weather starts. If I decide I want them I have them saved and they are easy to re-install. I never hooked up the grids on my white crew cab and I have not missed them in the 6 years since I did that swap. The once or twice I needed to fire it up in the dead of winter to plow around it I just hooked a battery pack up the the grid heater for 20 seconds.
I have some new 2 1/2 inch spring clamps on the way from Amazon, but in the mean time I added a clamp or two to my custom spring packs. Then I worked on some under hood wiring and getting the A/C lines bolted down.
I decided that the grey '92 bucket seats are a close enough color for me and a huge improvement in comfort. I cleaned up the center console with some Simple Green and the garden hose and installed the nice drivers seat. I located the original blue front seat belts and bolts in the multiple boxes of parts that came with the half baked project and bolted them down as well.
I plan to take it out this afternoon with my daughter for a good drive.
Oh, I also installed a nice OEM Ram's head I had in my collection as the one on the RC was gone by the time I drove out to AZ to pick it up.
I decided to unbolt and disable the grid heater relays as it will not see cold weather starts. If I decide I want them I have them saved and they are easy to re-install. I never hooked up the grids on my white crew cab and I have not missed them in the 6 years since I did that swap. The once or twice I needed to fire it up in the dead of winter to plow around it I just hooked a battery pack up the the grid heater for 20 seconds.
I have some new 2 1/2 inch spring clamps on the way from Amazon, but in the mean time I added a clamp or two to my custom spring packs. Then I worked on some under hood wiring and getting the A/C lines bolted down.
I decided that the grey '92 bucket seats are a close enough color for me and a huge improvement in comfort. I cleaned up the center console with some Simple Green and the garden hose and installed the nice drivers seat. I located the original blue front seat belts and bolts in the multiple boxes of parts that came with the half baked project and bolted them down as well.
I plan to take it out this afternoon with my daughter for a good drive.
Oh, I also installed a nice OEM Ram's head I had in my collection as the one on the RC was gone by the time I drove out to AZ to pick it up.
looks like you are winning the battle.
