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Finally, we can show some progress! Day 3 results are in... This is just for my planning purposes, but there's so many things to do, it helps to keep track. It also gives me an idea of what to buy, so I don't end up purchasing a bunch of stuff that isn't critical to getting back on the road...

Day 3 continued... So far, this has been the holy trinity of cleaning supplies. Electronic solvent, dielectric grease, and carb cleaner. Obviously, don't use the carb cleaner on electric parts... The RTV is in the picture just because RTV is always awesome. Disregard the starter relay; it...

No way. Not anymore. Lesson learned the hard way. I think I need to revise that post however, so someone else doesn't try it.

Now we're on to Day 3. Good times all around. That sand is so fine, gets everywhere, and just won't come off easily. Today's lesson: DO NOT try to clean your air filter with a hose. It doesn't work that way. Just go ahead spend the $75.00...

Day 2 is now over. The 64 item "to-do" list from yesterday is now about 50% complete. I think we're down to around 35, but those final ones are going to be tough to close out. Everything up to this point has been pretty easy. I finally got a chance today to check all fluids. Regardless of these...

I think the difference is between a "Commander's seat", which is where to Commander sits, vs. a "commanders-style seat", which is just a description of seat type.

Day 2 of fixing this truck is currently underway. Not so many pictures today, as there's not much to show, but I may add some later. Here's what been done as of this morning: - Check hoses and fluid lines (Fail) - Check Belts for deterioration or damage (Fail) - Check brakes for proper...

Day 1 of working on this truck is just about complete. The active "to-do" list has now grown to almost 65 items, but at least I can start clearing some of these out, probably tomorrow. I keep a running list, which includes the dates of every check, result, repair, etc. When combined with...

I saw BMI while searching ebay. They have some pretty nice covers, particularly the MOLLE ones. Their prices are high, but I'll pay extra for quality. As for the commander's seat, I already had to contact a vendor to help clarify. I was getting confused as well, because I also thought it was...

Its 2025. It can be anything it wants to be.

The passenger seat will look awesome with a new cover. The driver's seat is just too far gone; the foam is in really bad shape.

For the light switch, I think I'm going to clean up the electrical connectors first, before buying a replacement. Maybe it's something simple. While I'm out, does anybody have a recommendation for some commercial brand spray paint (Rust-oleum?) that would match the camo pattern I've got going...

Best I can tell at a quick glance is that the light switch has gone bad. The instrument panel and floor shift have lights, and both front and rear blackout lights are working. This means we have power incoming from the PCB at "F", as well as outgoing at "B", "E", "D" and "N".

Next comes the more important items: I'm going to need a new driver's seat. Fan, vents and defroster works. That's good. Dash lights up, which is good. Gauges are dead and full of moisture, which is not good. Blackout light works. Not sure when I'd need it. No running lights, no...

Next up is just a quick walk around. Most of these next items are just cosmetic. Rusty hooks, tie downs, tailgate chain. These will on go onto the "later" list of things to do. Not urgent. Old wiper blades needing to be replaced. Not unusual or unexpected. This is just a typical "PM"...

On my list to start fluids this afternoon. Trying to get as much of this done today, before the cold weather comes into town. I needed to get tires that would hold air, just so I could move the thing around.

Easy Peasy... Tires are BFGoodrich, All Terrain T/A KO2 - 37 X12.50R17 LT 124R D2 Rims are Black Rhino, Armory - 17 X9.5 8-165.10 I was originally concerned that these would look funky, but they turned out pretty good.

First up, we need new tires. I know there's lots of debate between stock vs. aftermarket rims and tires. I'm going to go the aftermarket route, just because it's just easier overall. They're brand new, lighter, don't need to be shipped, and I can get them asap. They are slightly more expensive...

I've got lots of things to fix. I bought this truck almost three years ago from GovPlanet; it took me this long to get started. I wasn't quite sure where to start this thread, but this seemed like a good enough spot. Hopefully I can get some feedback as I go through this beast and get it...

Thanks for heads up on the electrical and other items. I've got a total of 58 "to-do" items at the moment, and that doesn't include anything I find along the way.