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    Quote Originally Posted by JMNY View Post
    Nice! Looks great!
    Thanks JMNY.

    Few updates:
    1.) Headlights ND92 now has my projector/LED headlights and I have his OEM headlights. I'm back to original.

    2.) Switches & Air Pressure Gauge I have three sets of trail lights on the VX and decided it was time to wire them to a proper switch panel. I also wanted switches for the air compressor and future air lockers. I found customized switches on otrattw.com.

    The 6 slot switch holder that otrattw sells fits nicely in the lower dash bezel. I can take install pics if someone decides to get the same switch setup. I haven't wired everything up yet but the symbols will light up blue with the interior lights. Overall the switches cost around $110.

    Also, I decided it was a good time to install an air pressure gauge in the dash. I just relocated the 12v outlet to the center console and installed the air pressure gauge in it's place. I plan on ordering a lit gauge so I can see my air pressure at night. I'll post more pics when that's installed.

    3.) CB Radio & Antenna I decided to purchase the Cobra 75XTST compact unit. Several members here including VXKAT & Marlin have had good results with this CB radio. The CB Radio costs $93 at CBworld.com

    I always wanted to install a 102" whip on the VX and purchased one locally at RadioShack. I built a CB antenna mount and tied the whip down for daily driving. I really like the look of the whip but it's impractical for trails. I also have a 2 ft Firestick that will work better for most situations.

    Whip Antenna


    Whip Antenna


    Firestick Antenna


    Firestick Antenna


    New Switches, Air Pressure Gauge & CB Radio


    Switches and Air Pressure Gauge in OEM bezel- Zombie Lights probably belong on DUB's Vehicross


    Installed LED lights in cargo area that turn on with doors/key fob. I purchased the lights from Clipper Rodeo 03


    Installed new tire cover knobs from Jason
    Last edited by VXorado : 02/15/2013 at 01:25 PM

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