gohuge
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Hey all, I've been lurking for awhile. I own a 2000 Ford Excursion with the V10. I have been interested in Overlanding, as I am disenchanted with most of the "typical"
camping/campground options. I grew up adventuring around the southwest US with my dad in his 48 Willys CJ2A . I still have a 26' Toyhauler that we have elected to keep for
"typical camping" and need to be able to tow it. My Excursion does this well, but it is a big SOB, and to be able to go where I want to go, is going to need some modding.
I will post any changes here. Also, will be looking for help/opinions/options, so thank you in advance for any input.
I just recently prepped and Raptor Lined the Ex. I used 60 grit with an orbital for large sections. Did the rest by hand. Washed it. Wiped with Acetone. Then taped and sprayed.
Overall, very pleased with the result. The texture is relatively uniform, but the sun catches it and makes it "flash" in spots. Usually where I layered extra coating, i.e- door edges,
hood leading edge, etc. I think I am too critical. Anyone that has seen it, has been pretty blown away, which is good I guess. Once it hits the bush/dirt, then it will look more the
way I want it to look anyway, lol. Best part, no more scratches/chips!
Next on the block is the roof rack....stay tuned.
camping/campground options. I grew up adventuring around the southwest US with my dad in his 48 Willys CJ2A . I still have a 26' Toyhauler that we have elected to keep for
"typical camping" and need to be able to tow it. My Excursion does this well, but it is a big SOB, and to be able to go where I want to go, is going to need some modding.
I will post any changes here. Also, will be looking for help/opinions/options, so thank you in advance for any input.
I just recently prepped and Raptor Lined the Ex. I used 60 grit with an orbital for large sections. Did the rest by hand. Washed it. Wiped with Acetone. Then taped and sprayed.
Overall, very pleased with the result. The texture is relatively uniform, but the sun catches it and makes it "flash" in spots. Usually where I layered extra coating, i.e- door edges,
hood leading edge, etc. I think I am too critical. Anyone that has seen it, has been pretty blown away, which is good I guess. Once it hits the bush/dirt, then it will look more the
way I want it to look anyway, lol. Best part, no more scratches/chips!
Next on the block is the roof rack....stay tuned.
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