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  1. Gary Stevens

    RTT Question

    So I called Frontrunner where I got my RTT. Turns out there is not a simple answer to this. A lot depends on the type of factory rack you have. If you have the side rail type and not the race type you are in better shape. I was told 150 -200 pounds as long as the cross bars use a wrap around...
  2. Gary Stevens

    The 2-Box (Front Runner) Camp Kitchen

    I concur, I have a basic Camp Chef two buner stove. Average size for a two burner. I looked at a lot of boxes and found nothing that would really work. Home Depot just started selling a small version of the black crate yellow lid box. That would work, but once packed gets heavy, and it has a big...
  3. Gary Stevens

    OB Approved Tips and Tricks to buying an Overland Rig

    Once I determined about what I wanted, the most helpful thing I used was the manufactuer web site. It will list all the cars at each dealership in your area, all the options and MRSP. This way I did not bounce from dealer to dealer. I was able to narrow down my search to the available cars...
  4. Gary Stevens

    RTT Question

    So I did a quick look up. It appears the RTT in the medium size weight is 152 pounds. According to this Toyota Brouche the cross bars weight limit is 132 pounds. Not sure about the main bars, but they likely hold more weight. Also the cross bars are thumb screw secured, which is a good way to...
  5. Gary Stevens

    RTT Question

    What is the weight of that RTT?
  6. Gary Stevens

    The 2-Box (Front Runner) Camp Kitchen

    So every now and then, I buy something and think why did I do that. Well that label printer, that I use with my computer was the last one, and it has just been the best things ever. So easy to use, prints in seconds, bang label goes on. I went on a mission to find smaller boxes to organize and...
  7. Gary Stevens

    The 2-Box (Front Runner) Camp Kitchen

    OK it is a bit later here, and I am going to dive into pictures. Like you I am using the Frontrunner Wolf Pack and as it turns out mostly the FR Cub Pack. It just happens to fit inside my rig better than the larger Wolf Pack. I have been through a lot of box types and settled on the Frontrunner...
  8. Gary Stevens

    The 2-Box (Front Runner) Camp Kitchen

    That's great, I have a very similar setup, also using Frontrunner boxes. I will post mine up tomorrow.
  9. Gary Stevens

    Simi Valley Monthly Meetup

    Way big fun meeting you guys, and I am really glad Victor that you hung out, with the hopes of someone showing up. Made for a nice afternoon. Found Ken inside having lunch later, just happened that Victor and I sat behind him, his wife Kate and dad. Looking forward to doing this again.
  10. Gary Stevens

    Seat cover recommendations?

    I have some experience here. I have two large German Shepherds. My big boy likes the front seat and moves between the back and front all the time. He is also perimeter protective, so if he does not like you and you get too close to the car when parked, he would make any military trained dog...
  11. Gary Stevens

    Camping with 2 big dogs

    These LED collars work great, I have had them about a year now. https://tinyurl.com/mla8cdp
  12. Gary Stevens

    Camping with 2 big dogs

    Greg Thank you! That was perfect. I have heard of others doing this, but could not see it happening. Now to plan my next project. Great video as well. I use the traction tape along the door sills already. Not going to do that on my hood, so I will need a work around for that. I have a Nissan...
  13. Gary Stevens

    Camping with 2 big dogs

    I also have two GSD's I would love to see some pictures of this and how you are doing it. I have been working with a ramp up to my RTT and it seems to do the job, but would like to see what you are doing.
  14. Gary Stevens

    Mountain biking

    I just realized you are in my neighborhood. If you have not seen these racks I can meet you anywhere from top of Reseda to Cheseboro and show you how mine works if you are interested.
  15. Gary Stevens

    Mountain biking

    Look at the 1-up-rack for something that might work. A tad expensive but really well made. Small company that you can call and would do custom if you need more length. You can get a two rack system, and it has a 90 degree and 45 degree lock. At 45 degrees you might be able to open your back...
  16. Gary Stevens

    Roof Top Tent Lighting

    In case that link does not work or show up, put this into Amazon LED Emergency Lamp, OxyLED OxyWild Q6 Bright Portable LED Camping Lamp Lantern Flashlight, USB Charging, White
  17. Gary Stevens

    Roof Top Tent Lighting

    This works great in mine, I have two. Get a coupleof home depot mini snap clamps and it works great
  18. Gary Stevens

    Where do you store your food, Is it safe to store it in the car?

    I use a trailer pin lock with my RTIC cooler. At worst if the bear rips it open I have less than a 200.00 loss unlike those that spent 600.00 foolish on that Yeti cooler that now the bear has taken into the rabbit hole. I also cable lock it to keep it in camp Sent from my iPhone using OB Talk
  19. Gary Stevens

    Where do you store your food, Is it safe to store it in the car?

    So both times that I witnessed the aftermath of a bear going after food left in a vechile the following happened. Bear rips off passenger side door, door is on one hinge or on the ground. Bear rips out driver seat, completely out, along with steering wheel that must have gotten in the way. Bear...
  20. Gary Stevens

    Where do you store your food, Is it safe to store it in the car?

    In my world you never leave food or anything that has an smell, like sunscreen in your vechile when in bear country. I have seen first hand what happens and each time, the vechile was not drivable after a bear encounter. That said, I wont leave anything a bear might recognize. Having a window...