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  1. bigcountry78

    1977 factory installed roof antenna,

    So what you’re saying is, they didn’t work all that well lol. That’s a horrible design for a transmitter antenna.
  2. bigcountry78

    1977 factory installed roof antenna,

    But what antenna did they use?
  3. bigcountry78

    Old Bedliners

    I’ve had both plastic and spray in. I prefer the plastic style, and actually was able to find a used on for my truck on Facebook. In my experience, they don’t cause nearly as much rust and damage as the spray in guys want you to believe. It’s all marketing. However, I would do under the rail, as...
  4. bigcountry78

    1977 factory installed roof antenna,

    I’m going to say that’s an NMO antenna mount, for a cb or public safety antenna. I don’t think GM ever did a factory roof antenna. The NMO can be installed from the top down, snaking the cable between the roof panels, so there wouldn’t be a need for a hole under the headliner. You can either...
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    Plastic thread repair

    I do have a tap and die set, but nothing big enough to fit this. I woke up a little early this morning, and had time to lay in bed and ponder. I came up with an idea, maybe see if I can find a piece of hollow thread. Maybe that’s called conduit, I’m not sure lol. But find a piece that threads...
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    Plastic thread repair

    I like those suggestions. I could probably match it with a trip to the hardware store. It’s not of any real value, just something I’d like to correct so that it’s useful. I keep it under the back seat of my truck, cause you never know.
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    Plastic thread repair

    The smaller end threads into the larger piece, and the smaller threads are worn. ID of the outer piece is 7/8’s of an inch as best I can tell, I only have a tape measure. No caliper on hand. Edit: now that I look at it, it resembles a plastic pipe plug. Now I’m wondering if there’s a way to...
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    Plastic thread repair

    I have an old folding shovel, it may be army issued or it may be a cheap imitation, I’m not sure. I’ve had it forever. Anyway, the handle comes apart and has a saw blade that is supposed to screw into the handle to cut roots. But the threads are boogered and, while it screws in, they don’t catch...
  9. bigcountry78

    Power tool storage

    Here are a few quick pictures after almost a month lol. All my big stuff is in the bottom, sawzall, circular saw, and stuff I don’t use much. Middle box holds my work lights, and laser tape measure. The top box has my drills and impact drivers, as I use those the most. And then the screw...
  10. bigcountry78

    8 lug slots...?

    I’m still mad that they discontinued the 058. I had 2 different sets over the years, both 16x8 6 lug. I should have kept them.
  11. bigcountry78

    Trailer wiring

    I agree with this. Has to be something that they did wrong when they put it in. If they can’t find a schematic, then I’m surprised it works at all.
  12. bigcountry78

    Trailer wiring

    @bucket are all 4 trucks having the same issue? If so, I would think that would rule out defective parts. It almost has to be something that the installer wired incorrectly. I have used that same model controller in my last couple of trucks, and have one in my Titan now. Could it be a problem on...
  13. bigcountry78

    What new tools have you got lately?

    I’ve got the kobalt version, and it has changed my world lol.
  14. bigcountry78

    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    I have one nearby, and I have the app on my phone so I check in from time to time to see if they have any deals on something I need. I’ll take a look and see what they have.
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    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    I’ve had good luck so far with my 1/2” impact and weedeater/blower combo from kobalt. It may just be that though, luck.
  16. bigcountry78

    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    Same here, in my experience with gas saws.
  17. bigcountry78

    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    Interesting z I’ve seen that same complaint across the dewalt and kobalt. Part of me wonders if it’s a defect, and part of me wonders if it’s just first time saw owners that don’t know any better.
  18. bigcountry78

    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    That’s good to know. I’d like to pick up a saw and battery combo since i already have several dewalt tools. One more battery is always good.
  19. bigcountry78

    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    Ive read a bunch of reviews that mentioned the oil reservoir leaking a ton when it’s sitting. What’s been your experience with that? That’s probably the only complaint I’ve seen, other than the odd bad unit out of the box here and there.
  20. bigcountry78

    What new tools have you got lately?

    I picked up a Klein pass through socket set over the weekend. It feels like good quality, even though it’s a small set and I didn’t really need the pass through lol. I’m looking at their wrench sets and impact sockets too. Thinking about buying some new stuff and giving my older sockets and...
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    Kobalt vs dewalt for a sawzall

    I ended up with the dewalt, and I’ve been very happy with it. It’s a hoss that has cut anything I needed. It eats batteries, but I’ve got three now for it so it’s not a big deal. I’m now in the market for a battery chainsaw, and once again it’s between kobalt and dewalt. Dewalt will probably get...
  22. bigcountry78

    Power tool storage

    I was gifted the Klein modbox last Christmas. Holy cow, this thing is awesome. I got the basic three box set, and then I added an extra storage bin for screws. It performs the same function as the husky setup, but it has more room and way more options for expansion. I’ll get some pics later this...
  23. bigcountry78

    Mud Tires

    In high school you say? Super swamped TSL or boggers all the way. But I’ve been out of high school for a minute. Do people still buy boggers lol
  24. bigcountry78

    2001 Silverado advice

    You are correct sir, I’m not a more power kinda guy. Tuning an engine for hours on end to make the new parts work does not appeal to me at all. I’m a plug and play kinda guy.
  25. bigcountry78

    2001 Silverado advice

    Well, the body is solid, the only rust is the the rear bumper. Years of dirt and junk piling up in there took its toll. The body does have several dents, it was bought for farm use after all. Cows don’t really care about your paint job when they come running up on a wet day. They’ll just slide...

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