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[bobthetj03]

I have this little Radioddity guy.

Radioddity GM-30 GMRS Radio, Handheld 5W Long Range Two Way Radio for Adults, GMRS Repeater Capable, with NOAA Scanning & Receiving, Display SYNC, for https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SLR7W7F/?tag=wranglerorg-20

It works well for the trail! You helped me set mine up in Moab bc I haven’t invested any time in this area and you are a genius here. I got the boys one too. It’s really nice for us.

They are good little radios. Mine serves me well. The battery doesn't last as long as I'd like, so my suggestion would be to get an extra battery or two for them. Had a conversation with a fellow GMRS operator via a local repeater 40 miles away from me today. Love it!

 

[JMT]

They are good little radios. Mine serves me well. The battery doesn't last as long as I'd like, so my suggestion would be to get an extra battery or two for them. Had a conversation with a fellow GMRS operator via a local repeater 40 miles away from me today. Love it!

You’re addicted to repeaters brah!



At least you’re not addicted to butt crack.

 

[JMT]

Removed the rear OEM carpet and prepped the tub for the BedRug. It was so freakin dirty. Then I went inside and opened the BedRug. After gawking at the quality I opened the instructions. Says the tub needs to be 68*F to get the strongest adhesion. It won’t get that warm for another 5 months!

 

[Wildman]

Removed the rear OEM carpet and prepped the tub for the BedRug. It was so freakin dirty. Then I went inside and opened the BedRug. After gawking at the quality I opened the instructions. Says the tub needs to be 68*F to get the strongest adhesion. It won’t get that warm for another 5 months!

It'll be 65* in Spokane NLT March...

I take it you don't have heat in your garage? Go rent a forced air propane heater for 2-3 days and a bottle of propane. You'll be fine and warm.

 

[Blackjack]

Removed the rear OEM carpet and prepped the tub for the BedRug. It was so freakin dirty. Then I went inside and opened the BedRug. After gawking at the quality I opened the instructions. Says the tub needs to be 68*F to get the strongest adhesion. It won’t get that warm for another 5 months!

I feel your pain. I have to use a Buddy heater to put my top on eight months of the year.

 

[JMT]

I feel your pain. I have to use a Buddy heater to put my top on eight months of the year.

The Little Buddy heater that runs off a propane cylinder is the only heater I have for the garage. As long as your standing within 2 feet of it your pretty warm.

 

[someguysjeep]

been seeing quite a few garage heaters on FB recently, them and generators for some reason. but i'm seeing some nice 220V ceiling mount heaters for under 200$. i just don't have the space to use it with a 7ft ceiling in a 18x14 garage.

big 3500W generators are goin for 250-350, i been thinkin of snatchin 1 then i could run a heater and/or the welder without the lead from the house.

 

[JMT]

been seeing quite a few garage heaters on FB recently, them and generators for some reason. but i'm seeing some nice 220V ceiling mount heaters for under 200$. i just don't have the space to use it with a 7ft ceiling in a 18x14 garage.

big 3500W generators are goin for 250-350, i been thinkin of snatchin 1 then i could run a heater and/or the welder without the lead from the house.

The generator is a great idea for me.

 

[someguysjeep]

The generator is a great idea for me.

i'm kinda talkin myself into it not just being a "Jeep" investment. since if in event of extended power outages it then becomes very useful as a home tool..

and dig this space heater.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplac...feed_ranking_signature":"196132168357904384"}

 

[329art]

If this helps any..
My 04 TJ with OME 2.5" lift with JLS links and track bars and 33's. Still need to put in the 1.25" body lift and motor mounts. Happy with the OME parts for sure.

 

[DrDmoney]

big 3500W generators are goin for 250-350, i been thinkin of snatchin 1 then i could run a heater and/or the welder without the lead from the house.

Do a little research you’ll find that you need a much bigger generator to run a welder even some 120v machines. The inverter welders will do better than the transformer type. Size your generator by your power needs and don’t go by surge power on the generator go by running watts and use this formula:
Watts = volts X Amps
If your 220 volt welder uses 30 amps then you need 6600 watts of running power not surge power.
If you have a 120v machine that uses 20 amps you would be ok with a 3500w generator because you only need 2400w.

 

[Wildman]

i'm kinda talkin myself into it not just being a "Jeep" investment. since if in event of extended power outages it then becomes very useful as a home tool..

and dig this space heater.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplac...feed_ranking_signature":"196132168357904384"}

Let me tell you about those Army space heaters. I have used them a LOT when I was in Alaska and Germany. They run on diesel and can put out some heat. It'd run you out of that little garage.
We use to put plywood around a 2 1/2ton truck when doing a clutch or replacing the transmission or t-case. And stick one hose in on the downwind side. And we'd be in t-shirts in under 15 minutes.

 

[DrDmoney]

Do a little research you’ll find that you need a much bigger generator to run a welder even some 120v machines. The inverter welders will do better than the transformer type. Size your generator by your power needs and don’t go by surge power on the generator go by running watts and use this formula:
Watts = volts X Amps
If your 220 volt welder uses 30 amps then you need 6600 watts of running power not surge power.
If you have a 120v machine that uses 20 amps you would be ok with a 3500w generator because you only need 2400w.

@JMT To add to this it would not be that difficult or expensive to add a 240v outlet at the panel (as long as there is room for the breaker) and run an extension cord to your welder in the garage when needed rather than try to plumb it through the walls. Is your dryer gas or electric and is it in the garage?

 

[JMT]

@JMT To add to this it would not be that difficult or expensive to add a 240v outlet at the panel (as long as there is room for the breaker) and run an extension cord to your welder in the garage when needed rather than try to plumb it through the walls. Is your dryer gas or electric and is it in the garage?

The dryer is electric, but I have gas in the room as an option. I could transfer the dryer over to gas next time I’m up for a new one, then dedicate the 240V to the garage. It’s literally about 18” to the garage wall. It’s not the best place in the garage to add a box and plug, but it’s doable. It’s my plan over the long haul.

 

[bobthetj03]

You’re addicted to repeaters brah!



At least you’re not addicted to butt crack.

I can sit in my living room with that radio and talk to folks on the other side of the county 40 miles away as the crow flies, so yeah, it's a bit addicting.

 

[JMT]

I set up the Little Buddy Heater in the back of the Jeep and started to install BedRug in the cargo area. It has to be 68* F or more to get maximum adhesion. It took awhile to make the proper cuts and holes, but I wanted to do this right. So far this is what it is looking like. They advise leaving 1” on the floor area. I’m going to see if I can overlap it and mount the rear seat mounts on top of the BedRug.

 

[JMT]

I went ahead and dropped some $$$ on the Laser Fit Weathertech Floor Liners.; front, rear, and cargo area. I figure there’s no use installing BedRug without doing due diligence to get a nice set of floor liners. This is despite the fact my experience with WT is less than stellar. The set in the Yukon curls in certain places. It is somewhat annoying. Nevertheless, they have done their job and protected the carpet. I do think they’ll do better in the TJ tub since the footwells are recessed.

I’ve had two other sets of floor mats in the TJ; the Flexible All-Weather WT and a composite Rugged Ridge. I don’t really like either of them. They both have deep tread wells which make them difficult to clean. I considered Husky, which are similar to WT form fitting mats, but they look cheap. There are some off brand cheaper form fitting ones on Amazon, but the fitment is just close, not perfect, so I think the Laser Fit WT are the best choice. I’m excited to get this all installed and enjoy a nicer interior.

 

[bobthetj03]

I went ahead and dropped some $$$ on the Laser Fit Weathertech Floor Liners.; front, rear, and cargo area. I figure there’s no use installing BedRug without doing due diligence to get a nice set of floor liners. This is despite the fact my experience with WT is less than stellar. The set in the Yukon curls in certain places. It is somewhat annoying. Nevertheless, they have done their job and protected the carpet. I do think they’ll do better in the TJ tub since the footwells are recessed.

I’ve had two other sets of floor mats in the TJ; the Flexible All-Weather WT and a composite Rugged Ridge. I don’t really like either of them. They both have deep tread wells which make them difficult to clean. I considered Husky, which are similar to WT form fitting mats, but they look cheap. There are some off brand cheaper form fitting ones on Amazon, but the fitment is just close, not perfect, so I think the Laser Fit WT are the best choice. I’m excited to get this all installed and enjoy a nicer interior.

I'm pleasantly pleased with the fit of my WT's. Like a glove! The texture is coarser, kind of like sand paper, so they aren't slippery when they get wet. I know that's been a past complaint with them. Looks like they listened.

 

[Blackjack]

I'm pleasantly pleased with the fit of my WT's. Like a glove! The texture is coarser, kind of like sand paper, so they aren't slippery when they get wet. I know that's been a past complaint with them. Looks like they listened.
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I am curious how they would fit without carpet.

 

[bobthetj03]

I am curious how they would fit without carpet.

I'd bet pretty good. They recess in the footwell cavities really tight, so I doubt they would slip around much, if any.