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I think so. Tool Box: Basic hand tools Socket set Large socket for something major, like a CV joint Breaker Bar Bottle jack Tire plug kit Service manual Assorted wire, hose clamps, JB Weld, etc. to bodge a solution together Fuses Jump starter Recovery box: Snatch strap Recovery strap Rated...

Feature breakdown from my perspective: LED Fog Lamps - Awesome. Halogen projector headlights - Meh, old tech that isn't great. At least they aren't the old refactor housings Inclinometer- Distracting toy. I've driven with it before and it's a novelty at best. If you are close to the edge of...

Sounds like a whole lot of expensive stuff to break.

Nah, too much work. I found a propane blow torch from Harbor Freight will light just about anything.

In case anyone was still looking for ham radio training, here are some more opportunities coming up in Utah. ---------- Saturday February 16th at BYU in Provo for Technician (entry level) The class is free and goes from 8am until 5pm. No study materials need to be purchased for the class...

L-track would be my first choice; it's what's used to tie down cargo on aircraft. It's an off-the-shelf product with tons of different tie-down types that all fit the same track design. You can get it in the aviation style or recessed.

Yes, there is a layer feature on BCN, but I have not played around with it very much. I am used to paper maps, so I typically run a single USGS layer.

I had to pick one and flipped a coin? Honestly, it was pretty much that, but I like the BCN ability to pick from different map sources and the ability to quickly import tracks from FunTreks (my go-to book for off road trails).

I picked up a Lenovo Tab 4Plus 8" last fall and still need to get my RAM mount for it. It's 4G capable with GPS and an SD card slot for around $200, I plan to run Backcountry Navigator Pro on it.

For those who are interested in getting their ham license, I have started a new thread with a list of trainings for this month. https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/utah-ham-training-january-2019.21614/#post-291579

Here's the information I have regarding ham training in Utah for January. Some people at our recent trail run expressed interest in getting their license. ---------- Saturday January 19th at BYU in Provo for Technician (entry level) The class is free and goes from 8am until 5pm. E-mail to...

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I'm rolling out of SLC and would not mind some company on the way out. Where do you want to rally up for the drive? I was thinking something along the way might work, maybe the Tooele exit since no matter where people start in the valley we have to pass that point.

I'm planning on it, riding solo.

I'm certainly interested. @Maxterra - Interested?

Both the Tacoma and the 4Runner are good vehicles, but they are not perfect. Like any vehicle, they have some known issues; Toyota's CV joints tend to be a little weaker and cause vibration with anything more than minimal lift (1-2" without a diff drop). This should not be a point against...

That's the approach a lot of Jeep guys take, if you know the axles, diffs, shocks, springs, wheels, and tires are going in the bin anyway, get the Sport or X model and throw out the cheaper stuff.

There's nothing hidden about the cost of a Jeep. When I was looking for a 4wd I considered the JKU, FJ Cruiser, and Xterra. The JKU and Toyota were very similar in price, even on the used market. Some of that might have to do with local factors, being in Utah with snow and lots of off...

I think the make-or-break for this one is going to be the interface and the documentation. My Baofeng is horrible to navigate around and the documentation is entirely user-generated. To do much of anything requires about an hour on Google reading various forum posts.

I have to hand it to Jeep, they know how to make a vehicle that looks fun. There are a lot of things I like about the Gladiator and I think it would make a great overland rig, but it will probably be panned by many of the rock crawler guys for the overly long wheel base. That, however, can be...