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  1. Third From Texas

    LMTV CTIS Question

    There's a thread. Somewhere. I think my locksmith said it was a Volvo key of some sort, but he had one (years ago when I had my first A0). Keep in mind that the A0/A1 are different from the Trimark used in the A1R *btw: I was warned that ALL A1R trucks use the same key, so A1R guys might...
  2. Third From Texas

    When It Rains, It Dies

    Oh mine has a 12v leak somewhere, trust me. If I forget to throw the disconnect it will suck it dry after a few days. Been this way since I brought it home. But I'll run thru what you guys suggest, Thanks as usual !
  3. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    I may go ahead and use this on the walls. At least it's real wood paneling. I used it for the sliding doors under the bed and as a front facial for the kitchen counter. I'll paint it white (I've got plenty of natural wood already between the flooring and the cabinet faces, sliding doors...
  4. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    The weather has cleared and I'm back at it in the morning. No wind, temps in the 90's, 98% humidity, and mosquitos are already sortieing their attacks. I'm at a point where I have to make a call that will add a good chunk of expense I was trying to avoid, but I know I'll regret not doing it...
  5. Third From Texas

    When It Rains, It Dies

    I've had this issue since I got the A1R. All of my LMTVs were converted to dual battey as soon as they came into my possession. And I pretty religiously throw my battery disconnect every night. I've had no 12v vampiric drain issues as a result. If I forget and leave the batteries hot, after...
  6. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    Preaching to the choir. Hence the name of the truck... :)
  7. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    Here's how I'm going to try the hot water loop to the shower. Originally I was going to add a solenoid-controlled diverter valve, but I don't think it necessary. With the faucet closed and the loop pump running, the water will only have one way to go so the diverter shouldn't be needed. I...
  8. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    For the near future, yes. It's registered as "former military" so I'm keeping the theme. I may or may not be able to register it as an RV in Texas at a later date. If I can, I may eventually go with another color scheme. But for now it will retain the camo. I almost picked up paint the...
  9. Third From Texas

    AWD and Slip

    I've read a few comments from LMTV owners about noticing control/skid issues in the rear while driving on ice that were not present before installing their rear lockers (sounded like they were describing unexpected "spinout"). Granted, big heavy trucks on ice are a handful, but I don't like...
  10. Third From Texas

    AWD and Slip

    That's more along the lines of my thinking. But I admittedly don't know what's possible and what's not. I've built sand cars and desert pre-runners but my LMTVs have been my first introduction to air brakes. When GeoPen mentioned this in a sort of "wouldn't if be cool if" sorta way, I...
  11. Third From Texas

    AWD and Slip

    Rgr all. What I *really* want is the ability to engage and disengage a mechanical locker. But that seems to be beyond the scope of technology somehow for these trucks. What I don't want are fulltime locked diffs front and rear (or even just rear, honestly).
  12. Third From Texas

    Military resin soldier 6 foot tall

    Found a company that sells those: https://lifesizestatue.com/military-statues-c-91_53/american-soldier-statue-6-ft-p-85.html They also sell what looks like maybe a lifesize Marine https://lifesizestatue.com/military-statues-c-91_53/marine-in-action-statue-p-91.html And a pilot...
  13. Third From Texas

    AWD and Slip

    I've been stuck before and had people say "you're not in four-wheel-drive" to which I reply "it's not a four-wheel-drive truck" which always results in a puzzled look. Heh Something GeoPen and I briefly discussed a couple years ago came to mind the other day as I was driving. As I understand...
  14. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    I just used a couple coats of Flexseal on any exposed foam. I don't really expect any water to ever get past my seals, but did it for good measure. All the inserts are gasketed and sealed with a black marine silicone (forget the brand offhand). And when I paint the truck, everything will get...
  15. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    Nothing fancy. Just taps into the inside shower's supply. The hose disconnects and stows inside the hab for now (but later will go in the aft under bed box on that side). It stuck too far into the shower area, so I cut a 5/8" ring to stand it out a bit. It's coated in bed liner and looks...
  16. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    Added my dawg washer. I've sealed all holes that I cut in the hab with Flexseal. Honestly, spray bed liner would have worked. Best I can tell, they are the same product (one just cures harder). Cut, sealed, and mounted the fridge vents. The upper one has 200mm 12v exhaust fan...
  17. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    Yep, the main tank drain will remain plugged until needed. The temporary down spouts will both have caps with screen. I'm also screening the two vents behind the fridge.
  18. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    The plan for the hot water pre-heat loop is this: The system is basically a closed loop. Since no water is being released from the system, the main pump won't come on to circulate water thru the loop/heater. Adding a solenoid diverter valve and a small pump to the loop should do the trick...
  19. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    Got everything under the counter up to the actual level it will be assembled. Added my hot water return from the shower (missing the check valve), added cutoffs for the sink lines (yeah, that one red handle on the blue line triggers my OCD). LOL Went ahead and cramped the assembly together...
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