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  1. Desert Runner

    Rebranded Radios: Is one version better than the other?

    This is mainly directed at the Chinese brands, as the big 3 Japanese offerings do not seem to follow this trend. Criticisms like clarity and frequency shift, seem to be decreasing as improvements get better. If in the market for one, what makes you choose one branded version over another? Is...
  2. Desert Runner

    US West Las Vegas meet-up

    Reading LV members input, and assuming there is not a GLITCH in the RSVP, maybe, just maybe, the Las Vegas area members have come out of hibernation, or our newest OB members have rejuvenated the cities base. Lets hope it's both. I have to keep pushing back my plans, as my foot has still not...
  3. Desert Runner

    Members Instagram ID

    Well,...I finally did it. I joined Instagram. I did it for the OB link to other members. Not a social media type follower, but our community was and is, the exception. Chose this, and was glad it followed my OB name pretty closely: IG Desertrunner_LV
  4. Desert Runner

    To Chainsaw or not to Chainsaw, that is the question

    Something I miss, was a chainsaw from my past. It was a hand me down, but I had used it previously when it belonged to my father. It was one of those BABY McCulloch chain saws, super handy. The one with the micro 10-12" bar. It was very handy for brush/small limb removal. Alas, they were not...
  5. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    WOW,...... just looked it up on Amazon. Comet CA-2X4SR5RNMO- $74.95, plus (+)Comet CA-5PR- $28.85 for the spring upgrade. I like the fold-over feature, but at least for now, I will be content with Midlands upgrade offering. Just on looks alone, that looks like it would reach out forever...
  6. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    Some one most likely will be running this same radio, or know how to do the privacy channels for setup. I'm kind off surprised they will need that unless there is a lot of traffic on the ' Comms', outside of your group. Let us know how it goes with range, clarity, and the terrain encountered...
  7. Desert Runner

    OB Approved Overland Safety: Fire Extinguishers

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seems reasonable in price, when compared to a quality regular...
  8. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    Was watching some You-Tube videos on radios, and one comment poster told the story of the old school club vs Chinese comm. gear. Basically was doing some radio check freq. voice checking, and they were saying...great,...clear, ....sounds perfect. They wanted to know what unit he was using...
  9. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    For me, it was the optional Midland MXTA11, the 6dB gain 462 MHz. Not being spring loaded, it might have some issues in wooded areas. 28" in total lentgh (NMO base to tip)
  10. Desert Runner

    OverlandForged - 2018 Chevy Silverado Z71 LTZ

    True,..............'But'...........they are custom made. I would contact them to see if they make, or can make a slider to fit the newer frames. With the industry leaving GM on the sidelines, even finding a company that caters to us, can be a real challenge. IMHO, The difference between...
  11. Desert Runner

    OverlandForged - 2018 Chevy Silverado Z71 LTZ

    This is where I found some (not purchased). Our choices are very limited as you know. Per their web-site/write-up. they are function orientated, and not a 'Street Queen' Add- 0n !
  12. Desert Runner

    Why are there so few Silverado overland rigs?

    Chevy / GMC 2500HD 2000-2007 Rock Sliders From: $910.00 Only one of a few that does GM full size
  13. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    So I received the radio Saturday, and I have to say this is a 'SMAll' unit when in your hand. The footprint of the Mic. is almost the size of the radio itself. It will easily fit between the seat and console with no problem. So even those who have limited space, could find a place for it to...
  14. Desert Runner

    US West Official* OB Las Vegas Thread!

    Looked up LD Motorsports, and no listing for a address in LV or nearby. Facebook's page had links to street machines, not a off-road direction. Please update with an address/phone number, so OB members in the surrounding area can stop by if so inclined. Seeing these trailers outside a...
  15. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    Looking at what Amazon offers for this type/style of GMRS antenna, I see that they are DEFINITELY not created equal. Some get surprisingly better reception than others, per reviews. This might be a good alternative if I get into wooded trail areas, where the possible damage to a taller whip...
  16. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    Good to know, as you said....compromise is the name of the game. Hope and get the best possible signal is always a goal. A antenna I didn't show is a magnetic one that I use at this time to help a Handheld scanner in the truck to pull in a stronger signal than the rubber shortie I have. I was...
  17. Desert Runner

    Nature Photos

    It kinda looks like those seen in the Arabian Sea, (DOWS) or of Chinese origin (JUNKS). There is a lot of history lost in the world, and the knowledge we have today is directly attributed to those cultures who valued bureaucratic records...Roman/Greek, Arab, Chinese, etc. It's to bad the...
  18. Desert Runner

    New Midland MXT275 (GMRS Mobile)

    I'm getting the 6dB Midland MXTA11... GMRS antenna Monday. My plan is to replace the MURS antenna in the same NMO mount. It is located off the right front stake pocket of my Pickup truck . I have tied the bed, cab, and frame together with flat braided grounding straps to improve the ground...
  19. Desert Runner

    X-Bull Recovery Tracks...another inexpensive alternative

    "The replaceable studs are interesting. I wonder, if they supply you with extras, or give you the option to purpose them" That would go a long way towards making them popular. Not knowing how durable the teeth are, customers would want that option. I'm speculating that the Max Trax...
  20. Desert Runner

    X-Bull Recovery Tracks...another inexpensive alternative

    Not X-Bull or Max Trax...................saw these on Amazon. Anybody heard of them or know anything about them? Look at the replaceable studs, the very similar board design to the gen 4 Max Trax. A complete cheaper knock-off of the new SUPER DUPER $450+ Australian Board, even down to the...
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