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Looking at the pictures in my post, I think that's right, but I couldn't tell you for sure. I've slept since then, and I don't want to dismantle mine to look at the wire colors.
But, I wouldn't bank on all Chinese relays having the same wire colors anyway, so...
Installed a Bendix AD9 air dryer to keep moisture out of the system and keep the airpacks happy. Had the braided stainless steel lines left over from another project and they happened to be the right size and length. I still need a 24V heating element, and need to run the wire for it.
And after...
Another reason for moving the hydraulic pump is it was in the way of having a spare tire in the stock location.
With the pump relocated, I could install a spare tire mount. After more staring and measuring, I decided a stock mount could go back in the stock location, but would have to be lowered...
After lots of cutting, grinding, and hammering, I finally got the pump bracket off the truck. I figured I would be able to reuse the bracket, but would have to modify it a bit. It needed more upward adjustment...
There was just enough room for the bracket to fit perfectly on the transfer...
The shaft seal on the hydraulic pump for the boom gave out and was pouring oil, so I had to replace it and the shaft bearing. It was a challenge find a new seal cause neither the pump nor the seal had markings on them that could be crossed to anything. I finally found a seal by measuring the...
I originally made the mounting holes 1/2", but decided to go up to 5/8" instead.
All the fabricating is done, just waiting for the rain to stop so I can paint and mount it. I did find out that the neck of the trailer will hit the bed, so I can't put a trap door in the bed and will have to...
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