The S.S. TRDFerguson: Captain’s Log

2023 prices -

 

“Chase rack” is ready to rock for Sedona! It’s a single bed bar with the SSC1 Pros that I had originally mounted on some Bull Ring tie downs, along with an NMO antenna base. The whole setup is removable via 4 bolts into channel nuts on the bed rails.

 

Super clean! Looks better than that cubs memorabilia

 

reported.

 

There's been a discussion going on over here regarding having a fuse inline with the GM diode that is used to trick the alternator into pumping out higher voltage for AGM batteries.

@BiggHertz just made this whole thing way easier, especially if you already have the GM diode. Just need two add a fuse taps and splice their leads together:

 

I'll need this when I finally get a battery lol

 

Yo dawg, I heard you like fuse taps

 

Did you forget to put the tie down back on and sent it through the hood?

 

Fuse taps for daysss

 

LOL negative just haven't purchased an AGM battery yet since the plans to move it to the bed and add a secondary battery also.

 

You don't want to go dual battery under the hood and have 136 lbs of AGM up front??

 

LOL sounds terrible

 

AGM pfft! We doing lithium now, 2 or 3 of these at 16.5 lbs - no fuse tap contraption required.

https://dakotalithium.com/product/d...r-starter-deep-cycle-lifepo4-battery-1000cca/

 

where's your sense of adventure?

 

hmm I'm intrigued. I thought it takes a some work to run lithium?

 

That doesn't sound very compliant with Arizona summers...

 

Yea temp is one I noticed also.

 

That’s the craziest looking thing I’ve seen in a while but seems to offer good protection



Nothing like a swift kick to the nuts by Melissa Rago courtesy of @BiggHertz
#jasonspec

 

They said no problem with heat, guess we will find out.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

Ideal for rugged & harsh environments. Much better than SLA or other lithium batteries. -20°F min, +150°F max optimal operating temps (battery performs well down to -20°F). Avoid charging below 32°F. Discharge cut off at - 20°F/-20°C. Charge cut off at 23°F/-5°C. BMS high temp cut off at 167°F / 75°C.

 

Nice! so you're solely going to run this lithium? How many? Keep us posted wouldn't mind the weight savings on these pigs lol

 

Two, they are a drop in replacement for my current 24F batteries.

 

No concerns with how hard you wheel? Little crack in the case and some splish-splash might not go well

 

Of course. But that’s a concern already no matter what type battery. Everything is securely/safely mounted so it does not move.

 

Saw @RainMan_PNW add a chalk bag as a Nalgene/Yeti 32oz bottle holder and had to copy it https://www.tundras.com/threads/rainmans-2021-lunar-rock-trd-pro-build.77317/page-27#post-3178571





I had started using this Swigzy after I got tired of my 32oz Yeti rolling around the lower dash area, but I hated how bulky it was, even though it held the bottle very well. That will get moved to the glovebox in the wife’s car.

$12 SURVIVOR Chalk Bag - Iconic Topographical Map, Draw String Closure, 2 Zippered Pockets, & Brush Holder - Chalk Bag for Rock Climbing, Bouldering, Weightlifting, Gymnastics & More

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KHKS5N9

$27 Swigzy Car Cup Holder Expander, Adjustable Expandable Insert Extender, Automotive Adapter Holds Hydro-Flask, Yeti, Nalgene, Owala, Large (32 40 oz) Water Bottles, Big Drinks - Universal Auto Vehicle

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752DZ1SB

 

Lol. I was looking at the swigzy after t2s…because you know…hydration thangs…but it is yuge. Chalk bag is a nice touch.

 

Changed the oil today, along with the engine and cabin air filters. Oil change went without a hitch, but there were some discrepancies when getting the new engine air filter from the dealership. After triple checking with the parts desk and online, it appears the old version was superseded by a new, thinner part number:


No issues with fitment or seal, but the whistle from the intake is a little more noticeable now.