WSI, RPG and ICON present: The SnoBall 500

[Ms. MI Raptor]

Just curious if anybody knows of any other hotels near the Lac Vieux Casino? I didn't find much in looking around online. They only have smoking rooms left and my wife was not too thrilled about that. With her allergies I would probably not like it either. I already have a room booked there if all else fails. Might have to find a new co-driver if wife bails on me.

Here's the link to the Chamber of Commerce for Watersmeet. There isn't much commercial in this area but hopefully you find something!

http://www.watersmeet.org/lodging.shtml

 

[Squatting Dog]

Here is another topic for discussion… IWE.

The IWE ensures that the Raptor has 4-wheel drive. I do not have much experience with this system, but it seems to be very sensitive and I don’t like it thus far. The good thing is that when it fails, it defaults such that it the front hubs engage. Meaning you will not lose 4-wheel drive. Ensuring that your 4-wheel drive system works the whole time will be crucial to finishing the run. But since so many people are traveling great distances, you may want to disengage the hubs before going home.
What can we do to ensure that we can recover from a potential failure of the IWE?
What would be some good tools / spare parts to have along?
What could we do to prevent a failure?

I am working on rerouting vacuum vent tubes into the cab. The will prevent mud and water to enter the system. I was messing around with filters for the vents, creates one for thing to keep an eye on.

Running with hubs in failed mode will only slightly increase fuel use, and create a little drag during slow speed turning. Ford designed this system to improve MPG of 4wd vehicles, by not turning front running gear in 2wd by disconnecting the hubs.

As far as unlocking them after they have failed in the field. The way they are designed once the diaphragm fails there is no way to pull a vacuum to overcome the spring engaging the hub.

The only field serviceable part of the IWE system is the vacuum lines. You could replace broken line to the hubs.. Other than that, there is not much field repair..

I am slowly working on it Joe..

-Greg

 

[RAPTURR]

I am working on rerouting vacuum vent tubes into the cab. The will prevent mud and water to enter the system. I was messing around with filters for the vents, creates one for thing to keep an eye on.

Running with hubs in failed mode will only slightly increase fuel use, and create a little drag during slow speed turning. Ford designed this system to improve MPG of 4wd vehicles, by not turning front running gear in 2wd by disconnecting the hubs.

As far as unlocking them after they have failed in the field. The way they are designed once the diaphragm fails there is no way to pull a vacuum to overcome the spring engaging the hub.

The only field serviceable part of the IWE system is the vacuum lines. You could replace broken line to the hubs.. Other than that, there is not much field repair..

I am slowly working on it Joe..

-Greg

I'm thinking this will be a great subject to bring up to the SVT team.

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[Squatting Dog]

I am planning on it, tactfully of course. That is one of the reasons I am trying to get everything worked out, tested, and proven before SNOball 500. This way if they bite and are interested I can show them difference between stock and fixed.

-Greg

 

[Hockster]

SVT didnt design the 4WD system but, if you have a better idea that will save Ford money in warranty cost or will cost less to produce I am sure they will gladly take it and pass it on and maybe take all the credit... It all depends on who you are talking to. I had 2 max awards for tool design on the 1989 Lincoln Continental suspension and the only reason I received the awards was the design engineer I was working with was a great guy and gave credit to me...

 

[beemerman]

greg. are you running both vacuum lines into the same spot of the cab. or would it be feasible to tee off the lines under the hood to make one line into the cab. therefore one filter. just thinking. jack

 

[treypal]

If you bought a Wouxun, I think you're going to need the battery eliminator/cig adapter to make the radio last all day. If I make it up I'll bring a bunch with me, or I can ship them to Kanakry. They will be $18 each.

---------- Post added at 09:22 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:20 AM ----------

Here is another topic for discussion… IWE.

The IWE ensures that the Raptor has 4-wheel drive. I do not have much experience with this system, but it seems to be very sensitive and I don’t like it thus far. The good thing is that when it fails, it defaults such that it the front hubs engage. Meaning you will not lose 4-wheel drive. Ensuring that your 4-wheel drive system works the whole time will be crucial to finishing the run. But since so many people are traveling great distances, you may want to disengage the hubs before going home.
What can we do to ensure that we can recover from a potential failure of the IWE?
What would be some good tools / spare parts to have along?
What could we do to prevent a failure?

Running in 4x4 for a long distance won't damage anything. Quicker tire wear is probably the worst outcome. The front axle on a ifs truck is very similar to a front wheel drive car.

 

[shooterAMG]

I hate to muddy the waters any further with the radios, BUT if you are asking someone like Trey to program your radio, I would suggest having them program in the NOAA Weather Radio frequencies. Just my 2 cents.


NOAA Weather Radio

162.400 MHz
162.425 MHz
162.450 MHz
162.475 MHz
162.500 MHz
162.525 MHz
162.550 MHz



Todd

 

[treypal]

I hate to muddy the waters any further with the radios, BUT if you are asking someone like Trey to program your radio, I would suggest having them program in the NOAA Weather Radio frequencies. Just my 2 cents.


NOAA Weather Radio

162.400 MHz
162.425 MHz
162.450 MHz
162.475 MHz
162.500 MHz
162.525 MHz
162.550 MHz



Todd

They are in there!

 

[shooterAMG]

I knew I liked you for a reason Trey!


And if you want a ride home to fly out of Milwaukee, you're welcome to catch a ride with me. I have a Screw and no co-pilot currently, but I expect that to change.


Actually, Ms. MI Raptor had an open seat. I'm considering letting you drive my truck and I'll ride shotgun with her!