Southern California Club Xterra

Southern California Club Xterra => SCCX General Discussion => Topic started by: steve c on August 03, 2013, 04:02:30 PM

Title: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 03, 2013, 04:02:30 PM
RBduffer (Duffman) to the rescue!

MOD DAY on Saturday August 17th.  

9am



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SoCal Frontiers also DEFINITELY welcome!

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Even if you don't have any mods to do to your truck, PLEASE feel free to attend!  It's always great to meet new faces and we could use the extra hands!

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As of now.

Attendees / MODS

steve c / PRG advanced kit / Sliders / melt mod
Jordan  (as required by se
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 05, 2013, 03:21:35 PM
I got bored at work.  Let's mod this thing so it can be HappyTerra

(http://imageshack.us/a/img827/881/b7pu.jpg)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: xxSVxx on August 05, 2013, 04:03:37 PM
dude that is a CLASSIC picture...well played sir!

I cannot host...my driveway is lumpy and cooked....as am I!! lol jk!!

Have patience...sooner or later someone will see this and volunteer their place...

soon.jpg
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: npgtech on August 05, 2013, 04:50:09 PM
I would help, but that's my wife's birthday weekend, so yeah...
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: ultrapc40 on August 05, 2013, 05:34:28 PM
Out of town that weekend. Good luck with the install
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: knightrider on August 05, 2013, 07:23:24 PM
Put out the duff signal, word is he's got an awesome place to work on xterras :-)

If not my place can accept one in the driveway for surgery.  And I can teach you a thing or two to get that purdy little mouth... I mean hands dirty.  :-)

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Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 05, 2013, 08:23:39 PM
Put out the duff signal, word is he's got an awesome place to work on xterras :-)

If not my place can accept one in the driveway for surgery.  And I can teach you a thing or two to get that purdy little mouth... I mean hands dirty.  :-)

Not sent with the stupid auto guide app

The Duff signal you say?

(http://imageshack.us/a/img89/623/p65p.jpg)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: ShockBlue_Scott on August 05, 2013, 08:43:58 PM
I'd love to help out but I have plans already.
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: Ghost65 on August 05, 2013, 10:01:14 PM
The Duff signal you say?

(http://imageshack.us/a/img89/623/p65p.jpg)

Need to put you in charge of SCCX t-shirts...very creative.
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 05, 2013, 11:08:05 PM
Need to put you in charge of SCCX t-shirts...very creative.

LOL

(http://imageshack.us/a/img12/333/h7fn.jpg)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: xxSVxx on August 05, 2013, 11:18:29 PM
THOSE ARE FREAKING AWESOME!!!!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: ultrapc40 on August 06, 2013, 07:27:43 AM
If you move it, to another date, I can see if we can install it at the shop in Fullerton. We have three projects going right now.

Are you reusing your stock coil or did it came with new coil?
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 10:04:16 AM
If you move it, to another date, I can see if we can install it at the shop in Fullerton. We have three projects going right now.

Are you reusing your stock coil or did it came with new coil?

I have a Big Bear camping trip that is set for over Labor Day that I would love to have my stuff installed for.  I could move it up to this Sunday, but I don't think that helps us very much!

As for the shocks, there are 2.5" Radflos hiding in the box on the right hand side of the first pic. 
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: RBduffer on August 06, 2013, 02:11:29 PM
As for the shocks, there are 2.5" Radflos hiding in the box on the right hand side of the first pic. 
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So the box has the front shocks and coils assembled, right?

You are all welcome here in Fallbrook on the 11th or the 17th, no problem.  If more guys can come on the 11th, maybe that would be better.  Or if anyone else has a mod to do, let us know which day is best.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 03:18:55 PM
As for the shocks, there are 2.5" Radflos hiding in the box on the right hand side of the first pic. 


So the box has the front shocks and coils assembled, right?

You are all welcome here in Fallbrook on the 11th or the 17th, no problem.  If more guys can come on the 11th, maybe that would be better.  Or if anyone else has a mod to do, let us know which day is best.

YESSIR!  Coils assembled and ready for action!

The 17th would be much better for me if that is okay.

So, can I change the title?  MOD DAY: August 17th LOCATION CONFIRMED!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: FrankB on August 06, 2013, 04:38:38 PM
Hey guys,

Look what the UPS man brought me!

PRG advanced kit
(http://imageshack.us/a/img845/8326/8i60.jpg)



The PRG advanced kit includes sunglasses now? How cool is that?  I guess I got mine just too long ago.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: knightrider on August 06, 2013, 05:57:06 PM
i was eyeing the blue pen, pretty snazzy
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 06:39:40 PM
The PRG advanced kit includes sunglasses now? How cool is that?  I guess I got mine just too long ago.


YES!  You really have to sweet talk Greg!

i was eyeing the blue pen, pretty snazzy

[at work] "If you steal my Pilot G2 - I WILL find you"

If you look carefully, It also comes with a '12 xterra!  (keys)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: RBduffer on August 06, 2013, 07:34:55 PM
YESSIR!  Coils assembled and ready for action!

The 17th would be much better for me if that is okay.

So, can I change the title?  MOD DAY: August 17th LOCATION CONFIRMED!

Let's do it!  Any and all are welcome to come.  Jordan, your attendance is manditory ::)
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: knightrider on August 06, 2013, 07:52:33 PM
I will be there

Not sent with the stupid auto guide app
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 Location needed!
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 07:54:39 PM
Let's do it!  Any and all are welcome to come.  Jordan, your attendance is manditory ::)

Thank you, sir!

Updated the original post.

THANKS!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 06, 2013, 08:19:24 PM
Ooooh. This is getting interesting. I have an M226 that I want to install. Anyone done this before?  Seems relatively straightforward. Hopefully we get enough helping hands.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 08:33:57 PM
Ooooh. This is getting interesting. I have an M226 that I want to install. Anyone done this before?  Seems relatively straightforward. Hopefully we get enough helping hands.


That would be really cool to see!  I can offer no mechanical assistance other than holding flashlights and lifting heavy things. OH and supplying "refreshments"

Would this be the first socal frontier / socal xterra mod day?!?!?

Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ryan-- on August 06, 2013, 09:15:49 PM
ohhh and i do have all the parts for my t-swap in except for the shocks. i ordered them today. if i get them in time i may also be attending!
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 06, 2013, 09:18:01 PM
As long as its a frontier m226 I think it should be pretty straight forward, no welding or fab needed.

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 06, 2013, 09:36:30 PM
I'm sure we could find something ready to fall off my X.  ;D
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 06, 2013, 09:46:10 PM
As long as its a frontier m226 I think it should be pretty straight forward, no welding or fab needed.

Not sent with the stupid auto guide app
Dammit. I meant M205.

Have new nuts bolts and what not as well as the titan half shafts and cvs. I even have a titan front driveshaft that I have no use for.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 06, 2013, 09:53:56 PM

That would be really cool to see!  I can offer no mechanical assistance other than holding flashlights and lifting heavy things. OH and supplying "refreshments"

Would this be the first socal frontier / socal xterra mod day?!?!?


I meant M205 actually.

And this would be my second mod day with SCCX. The first was when Lava helped me out with my Titan swap (suspension only). That was before SoCal Frontiers.
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 06, 2013, 09:55:52 PM
Even easier :-)

 Geez I need to find a money tree or something.   I want to mod my truck.   titan swap, find an m205, front and rear gears, an arb front locker, 35's, and skid plates.  At least my bumper should be finished in a week or 2. 

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 09:59:22 PM
I meant M205 actually.

And this would be my second mod day with SCCX. The first was when Lava helped me out with my Titan swap (suspension only). That was before SoCal Frontiers.

Added to 1st post!  baring delivery of shocks
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 06, 2013, 10:14:25 PM
Added to 1st post!  baring delivery of shocks
I think you meant to add Ryan. In any case, add me too for a diff swap and other odds and ends. I have a pass tail light, third brake light, and head lights sitting in the garage.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 06, 2013, 10:24:26 PM
I think you meant to add Ryan. In any case, add me too for a diff swap and other odds and ends. I have a pass tail light, third brake light, and head lights sitting in the garage.

FIXED (I think)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: xxSVxx on August 07, 2013, 09:23:29 AM
Looking forward to helping out however I can!!!

:)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 07, 2013, 10:07:14 AM
Now THIS is what I call a Mod Day!
 Plan on bringing your own jack-stands and tools.  If you think that you might need some special tool, just ask.  Odds are someone will bring it for you.  I have air tools, torque wrench, back-up tools and a floor jack.  We might need one more floor jack.  Let's talk about what we need, and can bring.  Mostly a good time ;)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 07, 2013, 10:10:56 AM
I should of never doubted SCCX!

It may be time for a HappyTerra pic.  HMMMM

Regarding bringing your own tools, jackstands ect... Can I bring refreshments in leu of tools?
(I have a drill and mountain bike related tools only)

As people start updating their "bring" list, I will update the 1st post. 
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 07, 2013, 10:16:23 AM
I will bring 4 Jack stands, floor jack, and tools,  also will bring along my sawzall for those stubborn bolts :-)

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: xxSVxx on August 07, 2013, 10:26:55 AM
I have a floor jack from the last mod day that hasn't left the back of my rig.

And a righteous set of ratchet tools man....I can fix it!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 07, 2013, 12:57:53 PM
Yep, hopefully I have everything I'll need. I don't anticipate needing anything special.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 08, 2013, 07:24:32 AM
Christiaan...don't forget your lug wrench. ;)


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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: xxSVxx on August 08, 2013, 09:27:55 AM
Christiaan...don't forget your lug wrench. ;)


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Ahhhh....there he is!!!  Good to hear from ya bud!!  :)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 10, 2013, 06:39:10 PM
I'll bring my sockets, 2 jack stands, floor jack, and breaker bars
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 10, 2013, 09:03:56 PM
I'll bring my sockets, 2 jack stands, floor jack, and breaker bars

SWEET

Can anyone guess what I went and picked up today  ????
(http://imageshack.us/a/img706/7884/95es.jpg)

OH YEAH!  These things are BEEFY!  

Then my buddy and I went in to full on man date mode.
The x in it's natural habitat
(http://imageshack.us/a/img687/1077/xi0b.jpg)

Poser shots all over Apple Valley
(http://imageshack.us/a/img12/5606/5wf5.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img96/4829/vg9x.jpg)

We hit up Bass Pro Shop
(http://imageshack.us/a/img541/3434/l7z1.jpg)

Pretty sweet rig!
(http://imageshack.us/a/img9/7356/v47k.jpg)

Then we finished the day off at The Bruery in Fullerton.  
(http://imageshack.us/a/img15/8899/y4tj.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img138/263/fjb9.jpg)

Solid day for sure.  Can wait until next Saturday
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: HEVAK on August 11, 2013, 07:42:45 AM
Sweet shots!! Thanks for sharing
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 11, 2013, 09:53:54 AM
Sliders will be the easy install. Maybe someone can weld them on.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: occupantX on August 12, 2013, 09:31:12 AM
Count me in, I'd like to help and learn...you know, meet those with space/tools/knowledge for when I'm upgrading :)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 12, 2013, 03:28:08 PM
Count me in, I'd like to help and learn...you know, meet those with space/tools/knowledge for when I'm upgrading :)

This is what a MOD DAY is all about.  ;D
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: 08PrerunnerX on August 12, 2013, 07:34:03 PM
I finally have a weekend off so I wouldn't mind coming down to help out. I'm not the best turning wrenches but I've helped do a few lift installs. If nothing else it's an excuse to pick peoples brains about a Titan Suspension swap.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 12, 2013, 09:01:05 PM
I finally have a weekend off so I wouldn't mind coming down to help out. I'm not the best turning wrenches but I've helped do a few lift installs. If nothing else it's an excuse to pick peoples brains about a Titan Suspension swap.

You're more than welcome.  Shall I add you to the "for fun" list?
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 12, 2013, 09:15:10 PM
i like teaching, it  means i get to sit in a chair and keep my hands clean :D
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 12, 2013, 10:21:25 PM
Jordan is not kidding, he is like the Mr. Miagi of mechanics.  Wrench on, wrench off.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: 08PrerunnerX on August 13, 2013, 12:21:31 PM
You're more than welcome.  Shall I add you to the "for fun" list?

That's fine by me.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 14, 2013, 02:56:01 PM
ERMAGERD!  I'm getting excited!

I have an appointment to get tires installed on Friday!  WOOO!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 14, 2013, 04:19:03 PM
ERMAGERD!  I'm getting excited!

I have an appointment to get tires installed on Friday!  WOOO!
What size?  You may end up with rubbing prior to the lift.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 14, 2013, 10:53:27 PM
What size?  You may end up with rubbing prior to the lift.

285/75/R16 BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO

Think those will rub?  *opens can of worms and is told to search you freakin' newb*  Or is that only on TNX? 

I think I'm going to get them from Discount Tire

http://www.americastire.com/dtcs/cart/addOptionalCartItemToCart.do?cartItemId=-387172341&r=CAOINT%7Cpc%7C92870

They've also got duratracs for around the same price
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 15, 2013, 09:12:37 AM
Do you have stock wheels? If yes then they will fit as long ad you do what they call the melt mod,  take a hair dryer or heat gun if you have one and turn the wheels.  There's a little bump in the plastic that is close to the tires for no reason, just heat the plastic and push it back and hold til it cools, don't completely melt the plastic you just want to make it soft.  This can be done prior to getting tires and more if needed after.  Or just do it all after tires it won't be too bad on the drive home from the tire shop.

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: xxSVxx on August 15, 2013, 09:21:32 AM
only on TNX?
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 15, 2013, 09:29:24 AM
Do you have stock wheels? If yes then they will fit as long ad you do what they call the melt mod,  take a hair dryer or heat gun if you have one and turn the wheels.  There's a little bump in the plastic that is close to the tires for no reason, just heat the plastic and push it back and hold til it cools, don't completely melt the plastic you just want to make it soft.  This can be done prior to getting tires and more if needed after.  Or just do it all after tires it won't be too bad on the drive home from the tire shop.

Not sent with the stupid auto guide app

I do have stock wheels. 
Will they rub the whole time or just when turning the wheel? (pre melt mod)

I have to track down something that blows hot air.  *besides myself!

Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 15, 2013, 09:52:33 AM
Um...yes...they will rub...and...


(http://i459.photobucket.com/albums/qq320/jazjak/Noobie.jpg) (http://media.photobucket.com/user/jazjak/media/Noobie.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 15, 2013, 09:54:20 AM

I have to track down something that blows hot air. 

A little help with the melt mod...

(http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb160/lmails34/rush-limbaugh.jpg) (http://media.photobucket.com/user/lmails34/media/rush-limbaugh.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 15, 2013, 11:04:39 AM
Only when turning, and its just plastic

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 15, 2013, 12:59:38 PM
You'll be fine til you get here, then I have a 'super' heat gun.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 15, 2013, 01:33:12 PM
You'll be fine til you get here, then I have a 'super' heat gun.

Super? 

I was going to get one from Harbor Freight, but if yours is super then well, I'm going with super

Torro recommended that I get 2 Dewalt 5/16 drill bits and a can of WD40  to put on my sliders. I'm going to go pick that up tonight.  Should I get a smaller size to make a pilot hole?
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 15, 2013, 02:55:01 PM
So drinks and snacks?  I'll rustle up some adult beverages and munchies. I assume we'll order something for a real meal or is grilling an option.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 15, 2013, 07:41:02 PM
Good idea! 
I know I'm going to owe someone beer so  I'll bring some. 

Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 15, 2013, 08:08:21 PM
I'm bringing a surprise for desert :-)

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Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 15, 2013, 08:17:14 PM
I'm bringing a surprise for desert :-)

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Jell-O shots?
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 15, 2013, 08:44:27 PM
This isn't spring break.

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 15, 2013, 10:33:19 PM
Steve: A few 1/8" bits are always a good idea.  And like Toro said, good quality, don't scrimp here :'(

If anyone is expecting any help and such, we are expecting food and such.  Pizza Man doesn't deliver here in the sticks, but I do have a back-up pizza in the freezer.  No worries.
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 15, 2013, 10:43:57 PM
What do you mean? I had a pizza guy following me all over superstition mountain, surely he will be in fallbrook.  :-)

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Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: xxSVxx on August 16, 2013, 09:17:47 AM
What do you mean? I had a pizza guy following me all over superstition mountain, surely he will be in fallbrook.  :-)

Not sent with the stupid auto guide app

A) that pizza guy came 8in from totaling your rig....i still have nightmares about that (he needs to learn how to better follow)

B) same pizza guy has a 5-6in screw in his drivers side rear tire.......ugh

C) that damn same pizza guy is trying to not be a one trick pony....thus he's working on his 2nd masterpiece...so he was planning on just bringing grill material
Title: Re: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: knightrider on August 16, 2013, 12:50:20 PM
Yea that was fun, if that were a cliff I would have had my front tires over the edge dangling.

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Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 16, 2013, 12:55:43 PM
Steve: A few 1/8" bits are always a good idea.  And like Toro said, good quality, don't scrimp here :'(

If anyone is expecting any help and such, we are expecting food and such.  Pizza Man doesn't deliver here in the sticks, but I do have a back-up pizza in the freezer.  No worries.
Randy, is grilling a possibility or should I just bring some pre cooked grub?
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ryan-- on August 16, 2013, 12:57:28 PM
Just talked to Greg today. He said he will be getting them by early next week
 :( looks like I won't be able to make it to this one
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 16, 2013, 01:33:09 PM
Just talked to Greg today. He said he will be getting them by early next week
 :( looks like I won't be able to make it to this one

You could still come and hang out/help/watch. 

Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 16, 2013, 02:32:44 PM
Sorry Paul, no grill.  Just bring pre-cooked stuff.  Or I gotta oven if we want to heat stuff up. Thanks for offering.
We will have plates, cups, silverware and homemade lemonade!

That sucks Ryan!  You're still more than welcome to come for the fun :D
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 16, 2013, 02:56:09 PM
Yes Ryan. Come help me with my diff swap. I already have the titan suspension components so you can get a look at what you'll be in for with your swap.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 16, 2013, 11:18:40 PM
See ya guys in the morning!  Let the wrenching begin :D
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 17, 2013, 10:17:21 PM
What a great time! 

Thank you to everyone who helped me.  And Mr. Duffer for hosting. 

I am worn out. 

I will post a better recap in the morning
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 17, 2013, 11:59:58 PM
A few fun photos from the mod day today at Randy's...

Deja vu all over again

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0001.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0001.jpg.html)

Christiaan supervises while Randy grinds in style (note casual and comfortable loafers)

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0005.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0005.jpg.html)

There were several trucks (and a Jeep) in attendance, but Steve C's lava red X and Paul's Frontier were the focal projects of the day.

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0023.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0023.jpg.html)

Randy worked hard on grinding Steve C's coil buckets during his lift/UCA/coilover install.

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0002.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0002.jpg.html)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 18, 2013, 12:07:47 AM
Close up shot of the grind and coilover install.  Beautiful 2.5 Radflos.

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0012.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0012.jpg.html)

Christiaan and Justin confer over a smartphone. (surfing the Jeep Forum)  ;)

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0008.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0008.jpg.html)

Meanwhile, Jordan and Paul work to overcome a cranky half axle...bad threads!

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0007.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0007.jpg.html)

Paul's Frontier experienced a few hurdles today...cranky half axle...and here he and Nick attempt to seat the ball joint.

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0006.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0006.jpg.html)

Steve gave a clinic on proper wheel installation..

One...

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0013.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0013.jpg.html)

Two...

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0014.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0014.jpg.html)

Three...we said three...uh, three...

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0016.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0016.jpg.html)

Hmmmmm...beginners luck!  ;D

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0017.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0017.jpg.html)

Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 18, 2013, 12:15:25 AM
Time for a quick break and fuel up with...

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0021.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0021.jpg.html)

SCCX logo cupcakes!!!  Wow, thanks Jordan!!  Awesome treats.

Very edible...and delicious!

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0025.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0025.jpg.html)

Nom...nom...nom

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0022.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0022.jpg.html)

On to Steve's slider installation

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0026.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0026.jpg.html)

Thumbs up for sure...Steve's great attitude and sense of humor were apparent all day.  A great addition to SCCX!  :)

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0027.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0027.jpg.html)

Parting shot...no caption necessary

(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0024.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/SCCX%20Mod%20Day%202%20Duffers%20August%202013/DSC_0024.jpg.html)

We arrived late, around 3:45...and aside from a few hiccups with Paul's Frontier, a great time was had by all.  Steve C. installed his lift with Randy's help and guidance, and Paul was able to get his M205 diff installed along with new half axles.  The diff was dry, so he also added some Lucas oil 75W-90W, and then we all sat around and chewed the shop rag and talked SCCX.  

Nice to see everyone in attendance, and a special thanks to Randy & Nilda for offering their wonderful home again for Mod Day.

Until next time!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: chrishaynesusa on August 18, 2013, 12:45:34 AM
cupcakes looked tasty :)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 18, 2013, 06:29:08 AM
Cup cakes were definitely tasty!  Thanks Jordan.

Thanks to Nick for all the help yesterday.

So, I need to replace the pass side half axle. There are 3 choices on Rock Auto. Anyone know which one i should get?  Should I procure from somewhere else?

Here's the Rock auto link.
http://www.rockauto.com/dbphp/mak,NISSAN,2008,TITAN%2BLE,1440269,5.6L%2B5552cc%2BV8%2BFI%2B%255BVK56DE%255D,Drivetrain,2288,CV%2BHalf%2BShaft%2BAssembly (http://www.rockauto.com/dbphp/mak,NISSAN,2008,TITAN%2BLE,1440269,5.6L%2B5552cc%2BV8%2BFI%2B%255BVK56DE%255D,Drivetrain,2288,CV%2BHalf%2BShaft%2BAssembly)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: 08PrerunnerX on August 18, 2013, 08:18:14 AM
Had a great time Yesterday. Thanks for hosting us Randy, and thanks to everyone for welcoming in a new guy into the group.
It was no problem Paul, I had fun doing it , thanks for answering all my questions in regards to the Titan Swap.
In regards to the CV axle, Cardone is the major CV axle remanufacturer and most auto parts stores sell their products as original equipment replacements so I'd say go with one of those. 
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 18, 2013, 09:09:51 AM
I figured cardone would be the appropriate choice. Next question: thermoplastic or neoprene boot? I'm not sure what is stock but I've read that the thermoplastic is not as malleable and crack over time.

Thanks Randy and Nilda for hosting.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: 08PrerunnerX on August 18, 2013, 09:23:51 AM
Probably the neoprene boot. Never had an issue with the factory neoprene boot on our Rhinos or RZR.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: Ghost65 on August 18, 2013, 09:29:21 AM
Not themoplastic.
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 18, 2013, 01:11:53 PM
Hey Guys
It was our pleasure to be part of such a great gathering of good folks!!!
This was a perfect example of what Mod Days are all about.
1.  Fun
2.  Modding (Titan axel swap, Coil overs, uppers, bucket and melt mod, AALs, shocks and sliders)
3.  Learning ( Nick/08PrerunnerX learned more than anyone wanted to about Titan swaps)
4.  Helping (Henni, Christiaan, Jordan, Nick, Justin)
5.  Good food (Pizza, Cupcakes, Killer Macaroni salad, chips and dip) Paul, Kim, Nilda, Henni and Nick and ?
6.  Pops (Steve and ??? my fridge is full)
7.  Saftey: Actually should be #2, no blood=more FUN
8.  Hot chicks dig cool trucks (Daphne and Nilda)
9.  Photos or it didn't happen, John
Thanks to everyone for pitching in.  We will do it again soon!
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: RBduffer on August 18, 2013, 02:44:01 PM
Nilda's photos:

      Yum :P
 (http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00607_zps65504c07.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00607_zps65504c07.jpg.html)

      Damn that axle!
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00611_zps920b913f.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00611_zps920b913f.jpg.html)

      Plenty of shade.....
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00613_zps865a0aaa.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00613_zps865a0aaa.jpg.html)

      Unless you're Nick and Paul 8)
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00617_zps53792b75.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00617_zps53792b75.jpg.html)

      Steve hard at work
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00618_zps3cf366a1.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00618_zps3cf366a1.jpg.html)

       We LOVE work, we could watch it all day :D
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00620_zps9382890e.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00620_zps9382890e.jpg.html)

       Your other left, damnit!
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00621_zpse30ff62b.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00621_zpse30ff62b.jpg.html)

      Anyone have an extra wheel?
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t458/rbduffer/Mod%20day/DSC00623_zps0f559ea5.jpg) (http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/rbduffer/media/Mod%20day/DSC00623_zps0f559ea5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: steve c on August 18, 2013, 05:02:35 PM
POSER shots!  The hard work paid off. 

(http://imageshack.us/a/img51/367/zm6s.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img59/5198/n36c.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img823/5476/w1j7.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img546/1784/mnzo.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img7/7355/u590.jpg)

(http://imageshack.us/a/img7/8339/uya6.jpg)
Title: Re: MOD DAY! Saturday 8/17/13 LOCATION CONFIRMED
Post by: SD_Frontier on August 18, 2013, 07:48:14 PM
Lookin good Steve. Hanging out with you guys makes me want to get an X. They look really good lifted with steel bumpers, cargo racks, lights, and beefy tires.

Been trying to convince the wife that an X would be much better than her Forester; but, it's not working.