L322 Project: Bacon Slayer

[BL Rover]

Added a Midland radio. Fabbed up a super simple bracket to mount the antenna. Used a fuse tab to wire it in. Placed the unit on the driver side center console. Tucks away nicely.

 

[BL Rover]

Got the awning mounted. Ironman 4x4. Black Friday purchase.

Also, fun fuel leak surprise. Seems the connector internals went bad and began pushing fuel between the fuel line and the blue plastic coating. The fuel created a bubble between the coating and the fuel line that eventually burst giving me a lean fuel mix code. Initially thought too much air, something not connected with the air intake or something, but a quick check under the hood revealed the real issue. Sourcing the connector (5/16ths) was a huge pain. Clamping the fuel line to said new connector also proved to be a challenge. Took a spring clamp to finally seal it.

 

[BL Rover]

Completed a drawer system and also a shelf for the fridge/ freezer. Pulled the 1/3 rear seat leaving the 2/3 seat in place. Drawer system was built around the use of the blackstone griddle. Ridiculous, I know, but I love it and I’ll not apologize for the absurdity of carrying such a large grill.




It was a Christmas miracle this thing turned out to be level. No running scrambled eggs on my watch.

 

[BL Rover]

Finished product. Just need to add anchors to keep it in place.

 

[BL Rover]

Had the instrument cluster out to replace the plastic screen and noticed all these small pieces of electrical tape. Rather than fix problems, someone at some point went to the effort of removing the instrument cluster to put tape over their warning lights. People amaze me.

 

[BL Rover]

Had a chance to finally get in the dirt with the l322. Nothing challenging but a solid shakedown drive with all the new stuff fitted. Couple tweaks needed with the spacers for the roof top tent, but overall, very pleased!

 

[BL Rover]

Just completed over 1,200 miles of the Trans America Trail using Sam's maps from Tennessee to Oklahoma and this l322 performed flawlessly.

 

[llamalander]

Even with the "Ignore Engine Light" on?
...or did you disable that feature?

 

[BL Rover]

Even with the "Ignore Engine Light" on?
...or did you disable that feature?

I was able to fix all the warning lights except for the adaptive headlights. That one remains on my to-do list.

 

[BL Rover]

Just in case anyone needs another reason to love the air suspension and their Gap iid tool. We’ve got a fair chance of bad weather coming here in the next few days. Even on oversized tires with a roof rack and a roof top tent she still just barely fits inside.

 

[BL Rover]

Came up with a Wiley Coyote plan to get the tent off and on my roof. Simple hoist from harbor freight and a few straps.

 

[HokeyRover]

Love what you’ve done with your rig and setting yourself up for success stowing/living with your gear.

 

[BL Rover]

I was getting a suspension fault telling me I had to stay under 30mph. Quick change of my front height sensors and the fault is gone. Celebrate the simple fixes.

 

[BL Rover]

Finally had some time to get some more work done. My idea for a spare tire carrier project has been slow to materialize, but progress is being made.
Building off of the tow hitch. Idea was a dual swing with a spare on one side and storage/jerry can on the other side.

 

[BL Rover]

Still some final work to be done, but extremely happy with how this came together. Huge thanks to Jake for his help with this project!


Simple truck bed liner from a rattle can for paint with POR-15 primer.