Blue Ribbon 4x4 Build Thread

Looks better too! Matches the rest of the armor! Like you said, waaaaay easier to repair from trail fun!!

 

Thanks!!

 

Looks nice! Real important question though, does Falkor approve?

 

Falcor approved.

 

Do you have any issues with clear coat peeling? we just had a ton of rain and i came outside and the hood of my truck is peeling everywhere

 

Was it acid rain?

 

No I don’t have any issues. I know there’s a lot of Blue Ribbons having this issue, including peeling paint. I just stay diligent in keeping the truck waxed/protected. One a year I try to remove all layers of old wax and apply new.

 

Not that i'm aware of but i'll put a pic on here and show you its literally horrible there was a small patch on the driver side and small like the side of a penny and it rained for 2+ days and now it looks like this

Well its way to late for that now its horrible. i looked out from my drive way and thought there was leaves on my hood and it was the clear coat all peeling. My roof has been peeling horribly for a while now but i was just gonna raptor line it and not worry about it. looks like ill be doing my hood as well

 

I also have chipping paint everywhere all the door jams, under the actual hood is chipping everywhere as well

 

I think you will need a shop that paints..... unless you want to take it on. That really really sucks....

 

I honestly just think ill raptor line the hood and roof, cause the roof is 10x worse. I'm really short and i never use my bed so i didnt notice the roof for ever, but i think a black roof and hood wont look to bad. Im cheap and i really dont want to spend money fixing the paint on a truck thats just gonna get scratched up more

 

Completely valid.

I was just saying that the damage was past applying some wax or other coatings. Black and Blue is a good combo! Just saw an F250 or F350 yesterday in a deep blue with the black roof and pillars, not a bad color combo at all.

 

oh yea def past the point of me fixing lol and thats my hope is it will look good as most of the color is black and blue with the truck. the wife thinks it will look stupid but i think it will look good esp for my wallet

 

Damn man that really sucks. I think the black roof/ hood would look killer. Make sure to attack the rest of the truck with a proper wash and wax. Are you using good wash soap and products?

 

I am def not, I hand wash this thing maybe once a year. its hard to keep clean living on a dirt road, people drive by and i get covered in dust and dirt. I tried in the beginning but it was a never ending battle

 

I hear ya man. I live in the desert, and she’s outside everyday. That sun will kill the paint if it isn’t protected. Keep that blue alive and wash her up!! She’s a beast but it will be worth it in the long run. I use turtle wax products, I can send you a small list of items I use. I don’t go crazy, just a few to make sure the paint is protected.

 

I really probably should do it, i might try to get something on before this winter comes

 

Get a foam sprayer, and a simple wax. Yes it isn't going to be the best but you should be able to wash and wax in 45 minutes.

 

@AthenaOffroad something like this if you have a pressure washer, if you don't get one that attsches to the garden hose.

$20 Tool Daily Foam Cannon with 1/4" Quick Connector, 1 Liter, 5 Pressure Washer Nozzle Tips

https://www.amazon.com/Tool-Daily-C...2572&sprefix=matcc+foam+cannon,aps,176&sr=8-3

And then something like Griots 3 in 1, would probably be the best bang for the buck to get you some protection.

 

Robert has good ideas, when I’m lazy I just use the hose with a nozzle. Easiest for me is a bucket and a scrub ext. with Turtle Wax wash. Hit the whole truck and rinse. Then I use Turtle wax Wax & Dry as a drying aid. It’s quick, inexpensive, and adds a little wax.

$22 Car Wash Mop with Long Handle Retractable Chenille Microfiber Car Wash Mop Bend Pole Car Wash Brush for Cars RV Truck (White)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD7L43WW

$15 Turtle Wax 50834 1-Step Wax and Dry, Quick and Easiest Step to High Shine, for Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and RVs, 26 oz. Double Pack with Microfiber Towel

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XSPYWW

$20 Turtle Wax 54320 Hybrid Solutions Slick-N-Slide Pure Wash, pH Neutral, Extreme Foaming Car Wash Soap, Hand Wash or Foam Cannon Application, Clay Bar Lubricant, Spot Free Clean, 64 oz

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KHMFWMC

 

I got a foam cannon already so i should be set there and i do have some kinda turtle wax ceramic wash and then a spray bottle which i used when i first got the truck. Maybe they will help it out its just defeating knowing it will be dirty in a day lol

 

I understand man. I’ll wash mine and a dust storm will hit 10 minutes later. I just leave it alone and be happy I’m hopefully keeping the paint nice.

 

It sure looks nice ill say that so i think what ever your doing is working!

 

Thanks!!

 

Had a little fun in the dirt with the drone today.

 

i love this!!!! your truck is beautiful and I love drone play... I cannot wait to go west again to do more drone fun

 

Thanks! I’ve been practicing and it’s definitely getting more fun. If you have instagram I have a bunch of videos.

 

Well.... share that one and you will get two new followers, one from my business page and one from the personal one.

 

This is my page. Almost the same name. Blueribbontundra4x4.
https://www.instagram.com/blueribbontundra4x4/profilecard/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

 

Switched up the entry lights. I always disliked being able to see the actual lights and not seeing just a glow from the bottom of the truck. Plus they were just plain ugly in front of the pinch weld.
I’m hoping these hold up, they’re going to get more water here for sure. We’re pretty dry here, and I hate mud, so we will see.

The lights before:



The new lights mounted behind the pinch weld.



Rock lights/grille/demon eyes for shits and giggles