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  1. Jelorian

    X-Bull Recovery Tracks...another inexpensive alternative

    Like the Speedmasters thread I posted awhile back, I don't have any direct experience with this brand. There seems to be more info on them online than the Speedmasters. I've seen a couple videos and some reviews. They have a few models, a 5 ton and a 10 ton, version. The 5 ton version looks...
  2. Jelorian

    Speedmasters Traction Tracks

    I tried ordering a 2nd set about a month ago and they were out of stock. I sent and email and the reply back was they were waiting on new stock and ETA was 3-4 weeks. This was about 3 weeks ago.
  3. Jelorian

    Traction Board Review

    Thanks for the link. I like that they have blue and red as well. Look like they have 3 different types of traction tracks. 1 looks similar to Maxsa/Maxtrax and one looks similar to Treds. The 3rd looks like a folding type.
  4. Jelorian

    Speedmasters Traction Tracks

    They stack well enough for storage/mounting on your rig, but I haven't seen any reports of double stacking for bridging.
  5. Jelorian

    Truck and Jeep Fest at the San Mateo Expo Center March 18-19

    Some pics. Parked outside. Not sure what this is about. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using OB Talk mobile app
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    Truck and Jeep Fest at the San Mateo Expo Center March 18-19

    Man! You can spend that much and not even be at the show! I wonder how much you'd spend if you actually went. Hahahah! I was there on Saturday afternoon. Definitely smaller than last years. I was hoping that Tepui would show up. Mostly Jeep and p/u truck stuff. There was one SUV, a GX470...
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    Truck and Jeep Fest at the San Mateo Expo Center March 18-19

    Yeah, I went last year. I did end up spending a little money.....hahaha.. Honeymoon?! Congrats to you and the new wife!
  8. Jelorian

    Truck and Jeep Fest at the San Mateo Expo Center March 18-19

    http://www.4wheelparts.com/info/san-mateo-truck-jeep-fest.aspx Anyone else going? It is heavily Jeep biased, but I have no problems with that. Still a lot of good stuff to see and lots of vendors. Best of all it's FREE! (well you gotta pay to park)
  9. Jelorian

    Pinzgauer 712 SF Bay Area

    Not my ad nor my rig. Just came across the ad while going through craigslist. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/6005674369.html
  10. Jelorian

    Importing a car into the US

    Lots of info out there. Just do a google search. Something like "importing a vehicle to the usa" Some basic info here. http://jalopnik.com/here-are-the-four-legal-ways-to-import-a-car-to-the-uni-1682067632 More official info here. https://www.cbp.gov/trade/basic-import-export/importing-car...
  11. Jelorian

    Speedmasters Traction Tracks

    OP here. Glad to see positive trail reports coming in on these. Now lets see how they hold up against constant exposure to the elements as well as multiple recoveries. Maybe it's time for me to order a 2nd set as well.
  12. Jelorian

    Rooftop Cargo Carrier - Experience Opinions?

    Huge fan of these cargo boxes. No issues with my Thule and it's been with us many miles off road. I've debated reindorcing the mounting points but turns out i dont have to. Don't notice the wind noise and don't notice much of a drop in milieage. They are lockable, fairly waterproof and dust...
  13. Jelorian

    Honda Element

    My buddy has an AWD version and I'm actually amazed at its capabilities bone stock. With a small lift and more aggressive tires, it would be even better. With the rear seats removed the space behind the driver is HUGE. One day we put 5 x 55 gallon plastic barrels in the back and was able to...
  14. Jelorian

    Roof top storage boxes

    Have you thought about roof top cargo boxes like Yakima and Thule? They can hold enormous amounts of gear. I usually put light and bulky items like sleeping bags, tents, and camp chairs up there. They are weatherproof, lockable, and fairly light. I know you have a Gobi rack so you may have...
  15. Jelorian

    New Member: #3210 Full Sized Lovin! :)

    Cheers and thanks for the warm welcome! I kinda like my wheels too! Hahaha! Glad I went with that color as well.
  16. Jelorian

    Hollister Hills 2.11.17

    Indeed. I will come join you guys first chance I get. It's not the long wheelbase it's finding the time...hahaha... Do you post up any sort of invite for these runs? I can't join you guys if I don't know about them! LOL!
  17. Jelorian

    Hollister Hills 2.11.17

    Nice vid! Looks like you guys had a great time!
  18. Jelorian

    Tire Valve Stems on trail

    That is such a cool feature to have on an offroad specific wheel.
  19. Jelorian

    Tire Valve Stems on trail

    Never heard of these Colby Valves. Very cool product. Just wondering why you would use the emergency version when the permanent replacement is about half the price? Is it because you need an intact valve stem in order to use the permanent version? EDIT: I just saw that the emergency...