Forgot that you have rabtech original transmission in yours, that transmission is a testament to how good they are to not only survive you, but also Rabtech. Hope to see you up at Maggie Next week!
Heading up Thursday! 
Posts by ericastar76
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ericastar76 The bigger question might be where did you store all the plastic in that tight garage?
LOL ~> space is my true nemesis! Had it not been for “Stacy’s side” of the shop, the mountains of plastics would’ve flowed into the house for sure.
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Display MoreWhatever you do.... Do not let anyone talk you into a clutch disk with metal pucks on both sides of the disk. You will not like it.
You can use it in heavy traffic. But you will wish you didn't have it after about 5 minutes of slightly bumping it to move forward.
Get the disk that has fiber on one side and metal pucks on the other. It turned out to be a really good clutch that let you slip it just enough to take off at a red light easily.
Other than that tid bit of info i can't think of much else that is difficult to do when swapping the disk out.
I might switch to a lighter flywheel while I had it apart.
Or you could just shitcan the whole clutch and manual transmission and go with an automatic. Nothing like having literally instant shifts. I can go thru 1st 2nd and 3rd and you can't even hear it shift.
Here is a video where you can hear how quick it shifts.
It’s an acquired taste for sure!
15k life on a clutch? How hard are you driving this thing. A properly used clutch and assuming non abused should last well over 50k miles.
I wish… maybe pulled 9k out of mine before needing to double-clutch every shift (AR5 is really not the best transmission IMHO).
Reading all of these posts regarding the clutch and transmission, I'm curious now, if I needed clutch work done on my Sling, or any engine work for that matter, would I take my Sling to the dealer where I bought it or to the Chevy/GM dealership and service department that's just down the road from where I live? 🤔
Nah… set aside a weekend and buy a cheap engine hoist from Harbor Freight. Front end comes off with relative ease (it’s a 2 day job if working alone).
rabtech ~> it’s still rocking!!
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Happy Birthday Mitch!!!
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Hotel booked... see y’all Thursday night!
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Thanks for the birthday wishes everyone... can’t wait to see y’all in Clarksville this April!! Miss all your faces!
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GADSling , told ya! ^^^
ericastar76 good to hear from you! Hope all is well with you and yours. I'm just out here on the west coast swinging my dick. (Inside joke - NOT harassment)
Things are going well... just trying to get ahead at work (and really can’t wait to put 2020 be me)! Looking forward to 2021 when we all can get back together ~> so keep it swinging until then LOL!
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Display MoreThanks ericastar76 and DER for your input.
I like your idea DER about the DC Motor controllers and your choice for the placement of the switch/knob. I just ordered 2 of these today and will probably install in the same place as you did:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/prod…tle_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Can you please confirm that they are the right ones for the job?
In laying out the PRP wiring out on my dining room floor I just realized that there are actually 2 sets of wires for each seat side. Passenger and drivers side. There are 2 plugs for each side. One for the bun warmer and one for the back warmer. If I were to continue down my current path of using the existing Polaris wiring it would require splitting the incoming wire behind the seats to accommodate both plugs. Arrgh... Taking this into consideration along with Ericastar76's comments on the size (awg) of the wiring and the load I am now thinking using the wiring harness's that were included in the PRP seats. Especially since the PRP wiring harness is really done quite well. It looks pretty simple to just cut off the wires on the on/off switch that came with the PRP seats and screw them into the DC Motor controllers with the exception that there are 3 wires coming off the PRP harness and it appears that there is only a place for 2 wires on the DC Motor board for the input. Help? See the picture of the PRP switch attached.
Since it appears that Ericastar76 is an electrical guru I would like to ask this. If I were to use the PRP wiring harness and run the wiring (Loomed of course, I Loom EVERYTHING I do) up to my SlingMods FX-1 fuse box would it be a good idea to have each seat heater on a separate fuse? Maybe a 5 or 10 amp fuse? Also please help me understand where the possible relay comes into play and where/how to install 1 or 2 if necessary.
This was a seat heater kit I made for a customer a while back to place inside his PRP seats. Each heating element has a low/med/high relay controller; both circuits are on separate 5amp fuses. Since the load is relatively low, you really don’t need a relay if you plan on using 18awg wire and have switches rated for 10amps.
*You can look at my train horn wiring diagram for ideas on how to map out your circuit if desired (the fundamental concepts are universal in application). https://www.facebook.com/10000…75/posts/2357239274563128 -
Hello there GADSling ... let me try to help.
1. The connector coming off your heated seat is a Delphi Weather Pack. What is used on the the SS (for the most part), are Delphi Metri Packs. [It’s an interesting history between the two types of connectors... if you have time, do some light reading about them]. Personally, I’m a fan of the weather pack connectors (but I digress). Both are easily found on Amazon (here: Weather Pack and here: Metri Pack)
2. I’m not entirely sure about the wiring source for the stock SS to power the seats... but would advise against using that it anyway. The seats can draw anywhere between 4 to 8amps combined. For that size load, a fuse block (10amp fuse) and a relay are better suited (most wire on the stock harness is between 18awg and 22awg ~> more than enough for “out of the factory” electrical... but potentially a bad fit if the circuit your tying into is at max load already).
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Looks like there’s a break in the weather... finishing up a few things and going to attempt the ride. Should arrive by 1pm.
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If you're in town I'd like to meet up. Where can I find you?
Haven’t left yet (got stuck working), I was planning to head up tomorrow night, but looking at the forecast, I’m not sure sure. My rear wheel only has enough tread for dry weather shenanigans... but not the wet stuff. I’ll try and find a break in the weather to ride there, but may have to pull the plug this year.
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Make a mount plate from sheet metal and put them here... water never makes it in so you’ll be fine!
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Hi there! Yep, it’s really me. Good to hear from ya’! Enjoy your trip!
(Please PM me so we can discuss your “punishment” - warning: handcuffs will be involved...
😈😁)
Wouldn't expect it any other way!!
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Maybe we should get a group together for a ride soon!
I am sure we can find someplace convenient for all - maybe Mount Airy - we could wreak havoc in Mayberry
Ya see how well I resisted saying something off color? Even though I was thinking it
I’m down... throw out some dates and I’ll be there (and be sure bring your off color tongue... always more fun that way)!
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Maybe you could reach out to some of your friends to let them know you are OK once in a while.
Just Sayin
No shit... I completely agree! ~> I’ll accept whatever punishment you deem necessary!
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Heading up to MV Wednesday (hopefully won’t get too soaked on the ride up) ~> some shit weather on tap this week...
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Everyone have fun & be safe.
Remember - pics or it didn’t happen... 😁😎
Whoa!
I really need to check-in on the forums more often... Tripod ~> is that really you (or some lame ass imposter)?!Damn, it’s been ages... how have you been?
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We are like anyone else, our plans can get changed in a moment by a family emergency, work, etc but we have every intention of being there. If there are stations open to buy gas and diesel and the hotel will let us stay then we should be good. I'm not worried too much about food, I know ericastar76 can cook us up some bear stew or something. LOL
Don’t you worry, we’ll be there with our bows and broad heads... bear stew it is!
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100% agree with Bill Martin ... Rob the Slob we love you too much to risk it!
This “toilet paper hoarding shit show” has to be completely gone by that time... and its very possible there may be a few contagious stragglers.
Good news, the Australian folks are doing a trials on vaccine as we speak. It won’t be long before this whole mess is behind us.
