$50 and under modifications

bc-chris · July 1, 2017

One of the best Threads ever! Have any of you guys done anything with the aux. battery tray?

didn't someone put a storage box on the battery tray?

A.J. Curtis · July 1, 2017

didn't someone put a storage box on the battery tray?

There is! I have been wanting to do this myself but I got a air compressor as a gift so I'll most likely stick that wheee the extra battery tray is.

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/193216-diy-engine-bay-storage/?fromsearch=1

Edited July 1, 2017 by Alexantics

UplandPa · July 1, 2017

GREAT! Thanks guys!

Ravenkeeper · July 1, 2017

didn't someone put a storage box on the battery tray?

Some has, there is a write up in this thread or one of the "What have you done...today" threads.

SilveradoSaver · July 1, 2017

Some has, there is a write up in this thread or one of the "What have you done...today" threads.

Alexantics quoted the link just above your post to the write-up.

chrisfg · July 25, 2017

For me wireless charging and garage door opener remote in the console the best 2 affordable modifications i think you can do under $50. I like the Plasi Dipe bowties so that is a must.

here are some of the links to the how to that i used.

i have not been here in a while and now i have some inspiration for new modifications on my truck that won't break the bank. thanks to all that contribute to this posting.

Edited July 25, 2017 by chrisfg

SuperSierra · July 25, 2017

Just some random stuff I did for under $50

wrapped logo

Superman Sierra

Plasti dip dash

Decal

Painted skid plate

Color matched grill trim

Vinyl

Led bulbs

Plasti dip/ didn't keep

Painted hood latch slot

Fuel door vinyl wrap

Slow acceleration fix

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Ravenkeeper · July 26, 2017

Finally had the chance to sit down and post.

I originally deleted (removed/capped) my AM/FM antenna about a month of so after I had bought my truck. Yesterday, I had to go to ACE Hardware and get new supplies to "relocate" my AM/FM antenna. I grabbed some hardware Saturday on my way home from work, the bolt (1/4-28) worked but the nut, that fit the bolt, did not work. Grabbed "7mm fine thread bolt and nut, and new eyelets for the cable. My son came out to see what I was doing. Had him grab the antenna post/stud (while holding the antenna up over his head), and the radio started picking up the station that it was set to, he had that "how in the world" look on his face. Took the cable with both new eyelets on it and touched the post, kind of picked up the station, then touched the end of the antenna to the cable, had connectivity and clear signal, so I attached the one eyelet with the bolt, still great signal. Placed the antenna under the fender, zip-tied it, routed the cable out of the way of the hinge, placed the eyelet on the post, went to grab the nut off the front cover, and MURPHY decided to show up, down under the cowl, behind the headlight and never made it to the ground. Searched for that stupid thing for a little short of a hour, figured it got caught somewhere, so I drove around the block (rough road), looked in the truck and walked around the block, still nothing. So, today, after work, while I'm out looking for a new microwave (to make "the boss" happy), I'll have to go get another 7mm fine thread nut ($0.25). The good thing is, I can install it without opening the hood and right there in the parking lot.

Ravenkeeper · July 26, 2017

Slow acceleration fix

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I've seen others complain about it, but had never experienced it, until last week. But mine almost feels like the tranny is slipping slamming into 2nd gear.

What size block did you use? Got other photos, so we can see what you did and where?

SuperSierra · July 26, 2017

I've seen others complain about it, but had never experienced it, until last week. But mine almost feels like the tranny is slipping slamming into 2nd gear.

What size block did you use? Got other photos, so we can see what you did and where?

I used about 1/2 inch block, others use paint sticks, if you have adjustable pedal this might not won't work

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Edited July 28, 2017 by SuperSierra

OldBlue61 · July 26, 2017

I used about 1/2 inch block, others use paint sticks, if you have adjustable pedal this won't work

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I am work right now and can't see the video you posted, but you can do the mod w/ adjustable pedals.

Edited July 26, 2017 by OldBlue61

SuperSierra · July 26, 2017

Yes it does. I have adjustable pedals and did the same mod.

You should take pictures, a lot of people with adjustable pedals say it doesn't.

If you made a step by step it would help a lot of people out.

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SuperSierra · July 26, 2017

You should take pictures, a lot of people with adjustable pedals say it doesn't.

If you made a step by step it would help a lot of people out.

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I like this guys step by step. I reference it a lot because it's so well written

Sorry, I am mechanically versed but computer illiterate! All I can do is walk you through to make it easy peasy!

1st go to ACE Hardware and buy the White nylon/plastic Spacers "6QTY TOTAL" in this EXACT SIZE....1/8" thick and 1.125" OD the 1.250" would work too but not sure.

2nd I would use a plastic/synthetic shim instead of wood but I suppose wood works fine too...I am just that way though. Home depot sells a package of em couple bucks.

3rd go home and remove the plastic retainer clip on the electrical connection to accelerator the bigger one and disconnect......Look straight up and disconnect the smaller connection there is no safety clip on that one.

4th get a Torx drive probably 30-40 in size not sure I never looked just thought to myself it was bigger than I expected and remove the 2qty Torx bolts that attach the actual pedal to unit.

5th use a 10mm extended socket on a 6" extension and remove the 3qty nut/washer all in ones that hold the unit onto the plastic bracket. The nut inside the unit can only be reached through a hole and JUST BE CAREFUL WHEN REMOVING YOU DON't DROP the nut inside the unit.....I DID but got it with magnet just was annoying and 105 degrees out....

6th once the sending unit has been removed place your 2qty plastic SPACERS PER BOLT=6QTY TOTAL from ACE over the bolts that have a I.D that is just bigger that the bolt itself...I think the ID's were .300"

7th Place unit back onto bolts and even it out inside it's preformed position and slowly tighten up the nut/washer all in ones using a TORQUE PATTERN because it flexes and creaks and keeps getting tighter to the plastic form this way and the washers seat etc. You will know when your done because the bolts will now stick past the nut/washer just shy of 1/4" and they will be snug but can deceive you if your not careful when tightening.

8th put the accelerator pedal back, tighten the 2qty bolts nice and tight and place BOTH electrical connections back!

9th now pull the carpet and foam back/down and out of your way. CUT the 1st Inch of plastic SHIM and last 2" off so your left with the middle....Grab a prybar or cats paw or something and some decent caulk! Just shoot a bunch of caulk up under the gap behind the plastic piece that is sticking 1/8"1/4' off the metal floorboard/firewall and use your pry bar higher up on the side and pull it away more and quickly jam the shim in behind and let go with pry bar.....Still not done grab a flathead and push the shim up yet higher to really get that bugger up in there tight! Replace foam carpet etc. and you don't need to cut any of that if your wondering.

10th final step promptly back the pig out of driveway and rip it! It's freaking NICE all thanks to the OP!

Can you stack 3qty per bolt? Yeah, you probably could but I wanted to make sure I had enough bolt left and didn't want protruding awkwardly from plastic mold on the floorboard. I perfectly fine with the 2qty stacked and the finished product is very stout nothing janky/chincy about it!

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sk · July 26, 2017

I used about 1/2 inch block, others use paint sticks, if you have adjustable pedal this won't work

Not true. Many of us have done this with adjustable pedals and noticed a big improvement. No special step-by-step needed, it's the same as the regular pedals ...

Edited July 26, 2017 by sk

SuperSierra · July 26, 2017

Not true. Many of us have done this with adjustable pedals and noticed a big improvement. No special step-by-step needed, it's the same as the regular pedals ...

I don't have adjustable pedals on my truck so evidently I don't know what would or wouldn't work other then what I have read.

Here's my references to the topic.

So if my information on the topic is wrong you can blame it on my referrals, one being you...

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Edited July 27, 2017 by SuperSierra