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  1. madcratebuilder

    Do you use beadlock wheels

    What are everyone's thoughts on the Grip Lock rims? A machined or knurled surface that grips the bead. That's what I'm using now.
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    Do you use beadlock wheels

    The older I get the weaker my sphincter muscle, I no longer need bead locks.
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    What is the last thing you bought and plan to buy?

    Last thing I bought was a Huracan tailgate storage setup. Install is not to bad, a day and a 6 pac. Huracan Fab
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    Tatanka / 20 Chevy ZR2 Bison

    If you get near NW Orygun let me know, your welcome to drive my truck any time. When I installed the Deavers I was only thinking about eliminating the hard second stage hit. I was surprised just how much they changed the ride and handling of the truck. On OEM rear springs the rear always felt...
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    Tatanka / 20 Chevy ZR2 Bison

    I found the AAL to be very harsh when bed weights got to 400lbs or higher. I'm setup similar to you, 589 shock relocation, Timbrens w/U-Bolt flip, DIY version of the GMPP cross bar. The Deaver eliminated that terrible 2 stage oem rear spring pac. The OEM worked OK with no load but with the...
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    Tatanka / 20 Chevy ZR2 Bison

    The AAL is good for 3-400lbs extra weight, as you get near 500lbs it feels very stiff in the rear. Deaver M66 pac is a major upgrade to the ZR2 rear leaf setup. Smoother ride, better feel, corners better.
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    Why do 40 amp relays have 12awg wire?!

    How many lights are you using that need a 8ga wire?
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    Rig ideas needed for apartment dweller

    I sleep in my 6' bed in my ZR2 Colorado. Have a drawer system for storage with locks. I have a Softopper and it keeps me dry and fairly warm with a little buddie heater. Any 2nd gen Colorado with the ext cab has a 6' bed. Z71 may be in your price range. Capable off road truck with G80 rear...
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    Tire Pressure: What's the Proper Inflation?

    A tire chalk test is going to give you much lower TP than your on-line calculators. Almost ever rig I've done the chalk test on came up 4-6 psi under oem recommeended.
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    Snow Camping, Do You?

    At my age it is more enjoyable to watch others freeze their ass off vs freezing my own.
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    2016 GMC Canyon trail build

    With those 650lb springs up front you should try a sway bar delete (just pull the end links to try it) I'm on 600lb springs and no body roll, I do have Timbrens. The off road ride is a major improvement, fast or slow.
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    OB Approved Overland Safety: Fire Extinguishers

    The Element can save your rig if you have a engine fire and can't get the hood open. Just start the Element and slide it under the engine.
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    Where to put pens, pencils, etc in the rig - just a little DIY tinkering

    I have some great cubbyholes in the door panels for my water proof tablet and pen/pencils.
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    What is the last thing you bought and plan to buy?

    Been looking at these for a few years, finally pulled the trigger. Huracan Fab
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    Mattress suggestions please!

    I use a Wellax air/foam pad. 3" thick foam offers great insulation and comfort. You can roll it up smaller than a sleeping bag. 4K reviews on Amazon.
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    Who is a Vet, Active or First Responder?

    U.S. Army 1966-1969, Viet Nam 67-69, FAC. Forward Air Controller. ATCS, Air Traffic Control Specialist.
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    Are 265 Tires hurting my overlanding experience?

    Why is no one talking about tire tread design, tire compound and tire weight? I've had better performance with a taller skinny tire vs a wider tire the same height. Tire weight has a big impact with V6 and 4cyl rigs. Different terrain needs a different tire.
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    New Member in Oregon

    Welcome to the asylum.
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    PNW Favorite Trails & Camp

    Never go to the same place twice.
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    Storing Portable Power Station

    I store mine in my temp and humidity (66-68*/30-40%) controlled gun vault at 80-100% charge.