rustystud
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So my calculations of 2.5 psi where about spot on then.The "factory adjusted" pressure on my xm757 is 2-1/4 psi.
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So my calculations of 2.5 psi where about spot on then.The "factory adjusted" pressure on my xm757 is 2-1/4 psi.
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Just thought about it for a few days and then said to myself "lets see what we can do" . I scrounged around for parts in the storage shed and came up with most of what I needed. Sometimes I get on my creeper and move around under the truck thinking how I can make things better or simpler. My wife caught me sleeping under there a few months ago ! What can I say, it was nice and quit under there !Impressive, rustystud; it's all so professionally executed.
And I forgot now, but how did you come up with this whole system and all of the details:
- Did you just think it through off the top of your head, or did you have a template from somewhere to work from?
According to the spec sheet that came with the valve it says it will do what I need it to do. Of course only time will tell. If I could afford Aircraft parts I would use them, but I'm on a budget now and cost is a factor in everything I do now.Nice workmanship!
Check those valve specs carefully, most won't work well in the environment we are dealing with, so many are made for process control at room temp.
"Direct operated" aircraft valves would be my top choice (not to mention motor operated ones)...
I plan to never drive through anything that deep, but remember " You never know ! " .2.5 psi would be 5.76' of water, that would be crazy to drive through!!
Now that I almost have my system completed I think I will go ahead and buy that manual control valve. I found the place on the internet and the price is about $18.00 plus shipping. I will keep my electrical valve in place for now, but I will have that manual valve just in case !The pricing was listed (the second line of the specs); like $16-$22 (!)
That sounds pretty reasonable for the look of their quality (close-fit machined aluminum).
I had to laugh at that!.... My wife caught me sleeping under there a few months ago ! What can I say, it was nice and quit under there !
Making it up as you go along is most of the fun anyway. I threw together a little project at work this week that had me thinking of your build.Just thought about it for a few days and then said to myself "lets see what we can do" . I scrounged around for parts in the storage shed and came up with most of what I needed. Sometimes I get on my creeper and move around under the truck thinking how I can make things better or simpler. My wife caught me sleeping under there a few months ago ! What can I say, it was nice and quit under there !
Hey, rustystud, I just had this great idea:Sometimes I get on my creeper and move around under the truck thinking how I can make things better or simpler. My wife caught me sleeping under there a few months ago ! What can I say, it was nice and quit under there !
Hey, rustystud, I just had this great idea:
- You could sell the house and get out from under your mortgage, and then use the ready cash to buy more MV's.
- You and Your Beautiful Bride could just live IN the truck, sleeping under it together as a romantic couple at night!
I read somewhere that giving your wife surprises is the secret to a long and happy marriage. It's sure to be a surprise; I think you should try it!
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I'm curious as to your thoughts on the J bend. I see you are eliminating the bulk of it, something I have thought about doing.View attachment 611403View attachment 611409View attachment 611410
I finally finished the "slobber" tank. I was waiting on the new hose I ordered. As you can see I'm also replacing the lower exhaust system (pic 3). I'm waiting on the gaskets for the flex pipe now.