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Being a college student with limited funds and a desire to get out and explore, my first addition would be traction for getting unstuck- and a shovel Maxtraks are nice but can be expesive on a students budget. Try finding a pair of 2x6 boards 4-6’ long and then get some heavy chicken wire to...

I have the garmin 35 in my rig (tractor trailer) and I have two of the garmin 45’s in my pick up. They replaced three year old Original Dash Cam Ultra’s tha just plain wore out. The Garmin 35 is an awesom little unit with the best feature being that you can get them refurbished quite easily...

If you’re on pavement (like Donner Pass) chaining only the rear is normally enough. In off road situations, you might find it advantageous to chainthe front or both front and rear wheels. Make sure to put the chains on in your driveway or friendly parkinglot in good weather and especially on the...

I run a full size 2wd and go everywhere my heart desires. (My heart does not desire rockcrawling). Work on your driving skills. Tire placement, how to assess available traction, fine throttle control, and knowing exactly where your tires are while you’re in the drivers seat. Those skills will...

Lots of talk about CO2 and electric compressors. Don’t forget about engine driven compressors ! I’m running a York 210 comressor off my engine with a 2.5gal tank and have the air hookup fitting in the bed. My compressor will fill my tank from 0psi to 145psi at idle in less than 20 seconds...

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curious what everyone is using for comms I have a CB and am waiting for the Midland GMRS to arrive. Will be running the GMRS with a Stico disguised antenna that replaces the am/fm and makes it a tuned combo antenna for the am/fm and gmrs

When traveling at night, one of the things I carry are the disposable glow lights. If I am traversing a road with lots of turns I can activate the glow sticks and place them at critical points giving me a point to aim for or avoid where my headlights don't shine. You can get them in red, blue...

When chosing lighting, make sure you find one with lenses to suit your intended purpose. Do you need wide dispersal or long range pencil beams or perhaps both. Look at where your factory lighing already covers and use the extra lighting to fill in the dark spots both far and near. Lens color...

LED lighting is nice and bright when it's dry and warm. When it gets wet, snowy and icy I prefer old style incandescent lights. The color provides better contrast in dirt and snow and when the temps drop below freezing, my incandescent lights don't freeze over. LED lighting has its place, but...

I have watched many car drivers try that and end up in the ditch before they can utter a sound. It is better to just slow down and keep moving. Just because the surface provides sufficient traction in one location doesn't mean the traction won't disappear in 50 yards. I'm more about getting...

It's in there. Since I travel alone most of the time, it is second nature to leave my itinerary as well as contact numbers should I not check in or return when expected

Blackjack makes an excellent kit. Everything you need and instructions too. I have one in my rig and pickup and have used them with success everytime. They are high quality tools that will las and come in a small case with plenty of plugs. Expect to spend $40-$50

Winter is my favorite time to go exploring! Snow and ice bring a solitude and challenge that are not faced any other time of year. With the right mindset and a few extra pieces, winter exploring and camping can become some of your most memorable exeperiences. Chaining up and slowing down allow...

I've never been one to really need 4wd. Grew up camping off road in a 2wd 1971 Ford Econoline van with my family. We went everywhere with it. Yes, we got stuck but that is what 2x6's, shovels and old carpet were for- to get us moving again. Anyhow, my current vehicle/daily driver is an '06...

I have some generic led light stip with adhesive on the back. Just installed them in the bed of the truck under the rails