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  1. Desert Runner

    ARB bull bar & winch on a 7.3L Super Duty that's old enough to buy beer

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I also think that ARB makes one of the better looking and functional Bull-Bars. Competitors like Ranch Hand...
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I was thinking about mounting 1 set of X-Bull clones the same way, and leaving my 2nd set in their bag as additional spares. I...
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    Higher Fuel Prices And Overlanding

    Here in the Vegas area, fuel prices at a few national brand fuel stations, have 'nudged' over the $4.00 level (unleaded). The low end generic stations (independents) are about $3.87 (Maverick) for diesel. One surprising thing in the Covid 19 era past, is that diesel was always about 10 cents...
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    Measurement Needed (Maxtrax Extreme)

    On a beach, alone? Yes 4 is a good idea. On a beach with another vehicle, probably 2 is good with a snatch rope or strap for help from it. On a trail, 4 would probably be better,....... WITH.....a shovel of some sort, especially if muddy conditions are to be expected. You can always leave...
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    RESOLVED Viair compressor issue

    Yes most likely a probable factor. Just like a AC, a fridge, a circular saw, the start voltage is higher than the running voltage needed. Check back with us when you install the new relay.
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    Let's see those full size rigs - Trucks & SUV

    Love who is posing for the camera. Love Blue Heelers. And love the older Tahoes with steel bumpers. Overlander and off-road worthy, vs new style grocery getter's with all their plastic cladding.
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    OB Approved Overland Safety Kit: Series Introduction

    GMRS is 'General Mobile Radio Service'. It is a alternative to CB (citizens Band). Right now it is a $70 federal licence for a 10 year term, that also allows your family to use it, unlike Ham, which is only to be used by the licence holder. If you use a GMRS radio, you can also use those...
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    OB Approved Overland Safety Kit: Series Introduction

    I still keep a CB handy. Add a GMRS radio for future use (group use) , and if so inclined, step it up to a HAM. There are a couple of threads on here about PLB and similar upgrades for when deep in the back country or during bad weather. The rest of the list looks good. PS: I would ad a 2nd...
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    GMRS: "not impressed" or "we musta been doing something wrong"

    There was a You-Tube video awhile back that showed multiple radio tests with the following. They were GMRS mobile/handheld, FRMS handheld, HAM handheld/mobile, run over the same terrain. CB was also checked against these other radios(Handheld/mobile). This was done in the Reno NV area (hilly...
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    Are those the new X-Bull mounting system. If so how do you like them? How are they in quality, as their price is cheaper than most kits.
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nice Rig, I like the tire/wheel combo, ........big, but not extreme. I fall on the ARB bumper look side...
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    Why are there so few Silverado overland rigs?

    My 2003 gets 15.3 city uncorrected (245x75Rx16 vs 285x75R16) currant upgrade. I suspect it is closer to 17.2 mpg, so i am happy, as I once had a 3/4 ton HD 2001, with the 6.0 engine. That vehicle could never do better than 11.0 empty, or with a tailwind on the interstate. 97,400 on the...
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I used to do prototype vehicle testing, that was 1 or 2 years out on released new model vehicles...
  14. Desert Runner

    Ditch the CB entirely or stow it?

    When i was in East Central Oregon years ago, they also had signs up on the dirt back roads reminding people to monitor CB for on-coming logging trucks.
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    Plastic Jerry cans

    YUP, this is what I have also. 3x scepter GI water(tan), along with 3x black British military surplus water cans. All of them are very sturdy, and well worth the premium cost for LONG TIME/TERM USE!:hearteyes: The only downside, if you can call it that, are the cost of the separate...
  16. Desert Runner

    Windshield Pics...

    Caravan road trips can be so memorable with friends.
  17. Desert Runner

    Our, And Your, Opinions On Some Popular Overlanding Gear

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I saw this video a few months back, when this issue with him went viral across the world. Honestly, i...
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    Our, And Your, Opinions On Some Popular Overlanding Gear

    Another good post, 'WOK' castigation,..........$29 vs $350 =buyers price remorse:anguished: .....JUSTIICATION A summer and a inexpensive winter sleeping bag, upgraded with a couple of quilts/ blankets good to zero' degrees. Basic kitchen gear Basic Coleman stove a couple water jugs and some...
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    Our, And Your, Opinions On Some Popular Overlanding Gear

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Love your post,..........to the point: It has become fashionable to 'diss' a High Lift jack, yet as you...
  20. Desert Runner

    Ironman MTs Are they worth it....reviews

    Looking for some more reviews on these tires. What psi (on-road/off-road), Likes/dislikes, real mileage, problems, satisfaction, etc, Have to buy new tires very soon, and these came up as a inexpensive alternate. I am leaning towards the Milestar Patagonia's, as mileage is not as important...
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