B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread (H3 Edition)

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B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread (H3 Edition)

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Apr 24, 2015 7:42 pm

Hello all! Watch the transformation of my 2007 H3 from a sad, bald tire, barely luxury package, into a full blown Adventure-Luxury package. (Factory correct and dealership options only.)

(8/12/14)


Here she is on the day I bought her with 127,244 miles on the odometer, and 4 bald highway radials . Fresh from MA.
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Apr 24, 2015 7:51 pm

(8/25/14)

Bought new tires today! Cooper Discoverer ATP 265s. In addition, I removed the running boards and that damned plasti-dip and shined up the chrome, for that brilliant shiny glow. Also gave her the first Porterhaus detail, and dropped by the Hummer dealership for a check up. They let me play on the old display outside the showroom.
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Apr 24, 2015 7:58 pm

(3/9/15)

While on the HXC trip to Big Bend National Park, I upgraded the door handles and mirrors to OEM chrome (Part# 19156158 and 19156156). Switched with a club member. Thanks Kevin! Factory Chrome Package Stage 2/5 complete. (Lacking the grille, roof rails and fuel door.)
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Apr 24, 2015 8:02 pm

(3/24/15)

Purchased and installed the OEM rock slider rails (part #12498471). Factory Armor Package state 1/3 complete. (Lacking factory UCP and grille guard.)
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Apr 24, 2015 8:04 pm

(4/4/15)

Installed the factory UCP package (part#12498474) today. Factory Armor Package stage 2/3 complete. (Lacking the OEM grille guard.)
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Last edited by B-HMMWV on Fri Apr 24, 2015 8:08 pm, edited 1 time in total.
OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Apr 24, 2015 8:07 pm

(4/5/15)

Installed OEM chrome grille today (part# 15834196). Switched with a club member! Thanks Rhory! Factory Chrome package 3/5 complete. (Lacking fuel door and chrome rails.)
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Last edited by B-HMMWV on Sun Apr 26, 2015 10:05 pm, edited 1 time in total.
OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby Mark » Fri Apr 24, 2015 10:03 pm

Keep the build going. What's next?
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Sat Apr 25, 2015 12:29 am

I've recently received my chrome roof rails in the mail (genuine GM), and picked up a NOS front mounted fog light package (part#19159112). These will be installed by the end of May by Classic Hummer. I would like to add a grille guard, fuel door, and OEM roof basket this summer. That depends on how much maintenance I have to do (Loooooooooong list of wants and needs).
OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Sun Apr 26, 2015 9:55 pm

(4/25/15)

Installed OEM Roof Rails (part#12498492). Factory Chrome Package 4/5 complete (Lacking the chrome fuel door).
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Sat May 09, 2015 10:16 am

(5/8/15)


Installed factory HUMMER chrome fuel door. Part#19131532. (Factory chrome package is now complete. Grille guard optional.)
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Wed May 27, 2015 7:42 pm

(5/19/15)

Installed OEM grille mounted off road lights. GM part# 19159112. (H3 light package stage 1/2 complete.)
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Last edited by B-HMMWV on Fri Jul 24, 2015 10:42 pm, edited 1 time in total.
OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Fri Jul 24, 2015 10:42 pm

(7/24/15)

Repaired and repainted front bumper/impact bar (15814973), and repaired/repainted front frame clip.

Installed the factory adventure brush guard (part#12498478) today. Factory Armor Package stage 3/3 complete.
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby B-HMMWV » Tue Aug 04, 2015 5:42 pm

(8/4/15)

Installed OEM Seaport Hummer backpacks. They replace the stock netting on the backside of the front seats. Part#SPHU001BL Interior storage package stage 1/5 complete.
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OEM Upgrades:
-Roof Lamps (G/F/S/R)
-Grille/Tail Light Guards
-Roof Basket
-Hitch Cover
-Roof Rails/Handles
-Colored Grille
-LE Grab Handles

Aftermarket Upgrades:
-RP Pitman/Idler Arm/Tie Rods
-Cobra CB, Firestik Ant.
-Warn Light Mount/HW Bumper
-Daystar 2" Torsion Keys
-GOBI Ladder
-FW Truck Vault
-RD Full UCP
-PC Diff Guard
-Custom Tire Carrier
-OD Diff Bushings
-QA1 Panhard Bar
-Bilstein 5160s
-Hotchkis Trailing Arms
-Modified OEM Rock Rails
-Cognito Steering Braces
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby Gunner_45 » Tue Aug 04, 2015 11:45 pm

Nice.
Be careful how much wt you put in those guys.
The elastic straps that hold them to the seat backs wears out pretty damn quick with just a moderate amount of wt.
Mine have proved very useful but got to the point they would not stay secured to the seats.
If you do not mind me asking, how did you manage to procure those bad boys?
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Re: B-HMMWV Build/Upgrade Thread

Postby JGBB04 » Wed Aug 05, 2015 3:20 pm

Gunner_45 wrote:If you do not mind me asking, how did you manage to procure those bad boys?


He'd tell ya but then I'd have to kill ya 8)
He got lucky :D I had them taking up space in the closet, I only used 1 of them for a while then switched to a molle set up for more options
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