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  1. VCeXpedition

    Kokopelli Trail - 3 Day Ride - 04/27/2018

    Hey Justin, where would this Group PM have shown up? I didn't get anything in either the PM thread or by any other means that I can find... am I blind or missing something? Man, I'm looking forward to this trip. I'm seeing so much about and around the red rocks, I'm going nuts! This should...
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    Next phase: Expedition Trailer

    Something like this: I'm not sure if this is exactly the piece I used, I believe I have a stainless latch. Dan
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    Let’s be honest; Roof Top Tent- Yay or Nay?

    My $0.02 I knew I wanted a RTT. I have slept in different configurations like most here, ground tents, etc. The most recent before the RTT was a special platform I built in the Passenger side of the Landcruiser. It was comfortable, if not a little cramped for me, but still worked pretty well...
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    4Runner TRD Pro Overland Build

    Tastefully done guys! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using OB Talk mobile app
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    SOLD 2002 4Runner with locker 95k miles (locker)

    Wow, that is clean. Great place to start for somebody! $15,345 and they'll probably sell it pretty quickly.
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    New member from DFW just stopping in to say hi!

    Nice truck Joe, and welcome to OB. Keep in mind what you do want out of your truck. Camping sounds like a priority for you. Spend some time out on trails and decide what you need as you go, and how you want to outfit it. It's easier not to get carried away with too many goodies that way. If your...
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    When I grow up...

    Not sure what axle/hub that is but I'd bet money that you could swap hubs to get the bolt pattern you need just by changing out the hubs. Get the bearing numbers and check something like etrailer.com to see if they sell a hub that would work. Can't remember what bolt pattern a Jeep is, they...
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    When I grow up...

    Nice little trailer, looks like it's got potential. You've got the right idea, use it, modify it, rinse, repeat. What's the reason to get a new axle? Looks like it might be a 2,000 lb axle which should be plenty for a small expo trailer. If you do upgrade, consider doing something like a...
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    Custom Expeditionary Trailer

    Very nice little trailer, cost is right on! Good budget build, that's an amazing find too. Putting that 2,000 lb axle on is a good move, but I would take a good look at your leaf springs and hangers after your first tough trip to see if those need an upgrade. I pull my trailer over some pretty...
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    Alabama Hills - March 30 - April 2

    You should check out Reward Mine up that way, and for older kids, the Manzanar Internment Camp is an interesting historical stop, more so for adults if I'm honest, but my teenagers were affected by it. Reward Mine road in is directly across from the main entrance to the Manzanar museum /...
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    From standard to Overland Vehicle, Nissan Patrol

    Nice Robert! So, the sleeping are is the right/passenger side with the extension that rests on the seatback? What is the length of sleeping area? Seems well thought out with lots of storage for the necessities and tie-downs all over for the loose stuff. What is that "Off-Road Manni" thing...
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    New member from Orange County California

    Welcome! A lot of folks down your way, there's a meetup pretty regularly, check the calendar for those, seems like down by the 405/5 intersect area. Nice rig, as long as it gets you where you want to go, its the right car for you, envious of your mpg! I'll keep an eye out for you! Dan.
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    Used car lot find.

    Two pretty nice looking '60 series there. Wonder what they're asking? Almost tempted to call, but that's a cross-country trek and I can only dream of another 60. That front bumper though... :sunglasses: Dan.
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    Anyone using Garmin's Earthmate app on IOS?

    So I know this question is about iOS, but with Android the above process works perfectly as stated. If I need to zoom in, a pinch and zoom or a "+" gets me there and it follows with me in the center. All bets are off with iOS, I'm not an apple fan. Not sure it's optimized with iOS? Just a...
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    Just picked up our Hiker Trailer 5x8 Offroad!

    Nice trailer! I love having a trailer, it changed the game for me. Dan.
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    First Mojave Trail trip, need advice.

    Yeah but that's only 1 of a hundred cool things on the road. You'll enjoy it for sure. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using OB Talk mobile app
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    First Mojave Trail trip, need advice.

    Before and after the bus. I came to the conclusion, without any data, that the NPS decided that it was a liability and it was time to go. Would have been cool to see it get picked up and pulled out of there... Bus No bus... Dan.
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    Camp Poop (sorry for the bluntness but I want to know)

    PETT toilet, with our without a shelter, depends on the audience and the need for privacy... Get the bags, double bag it, pack it out! Cat holes are no way to do it these days, uncomfortable, messy, likely to have an, err, uh, accident. and stuffing paper into a plastic bag is not desirable...
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    First Mojave Trail trip, need advice.

    Haha, nice! As long as you have the AC on "Fresh Air" mode... Water pressure at that depth is greater than the air pressure but I'm sure it can't hurt. I can see the bubbles coming out of my car all over the place now! And all the air leaks I have above the water line would negate any...
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    First Mojave Trail trip, need advice.

    We were there 2 weeks ago, 1st of March. The "closure" is passable by capable vehicles, it was a bit rougher than a year ago, but still do-able. By capable, I mean 4wd is probably necessary and high clearance absolutely, and it's a cool drive. I pulled my trailer through. The area where it was...