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High Desert Drifter

High Desert Drifter

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Pathfinder III

1,277
Modesto, California, United States
First Name
Frank
Last Name
Estrella (hddoverland.com)
Member #

11835

I have been exploring for years before I recently discovered that "Overland" was a thing. mostly ghost towns, historic sites and mines in California and Nevada. (my website www.ghosttownexplorer.com). My current rig is a 2008 Tahoe which I have made some minor modifications to including slight suspension lift and air bags, larger all terrain tires, Walker Quiet Flow Exhaust, Transmission Cooler, and Removable LED off road light bar. Inside I added a tablet mount which I use for mapping and internet access when its available. also mounted a Garmin GPS, CB Radio, additional fused power ports and I just recently framed a storage box / bed in the rear cargo area which I intend on improving over time.. My biggest hurdle is making these improvements without drastically changing the look of the vehicle exterior because I use it for work regularly.. also started a trailer build and always looking for suggestions and pictures for ideas!

Frank
High Desert Drifter
 
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Chadlyb

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High Desert Drifter said:
I have been exploring for years before I recently discovered that "Overland" was a thing. mostly ghost towns, historic sites and mines in California and Nevada. (my website www.ghosttownexplorer.com). My current rig is a 2008 Tahoe which I have made some minor modifications to including slight suspension lift and air bags, larger all terrain tires, Walker Quiet Flow Exhaust, Transmission Cooler, and Removable LED off road light bar. Inside I added a tablet mount which I use for mapping and internet access when its available. also mounted a Garmin GPS, CB Radio, additional fused power ports and I just recently framed a storage box / bed in the rear cargo area which I intend on improving over time.. My biggest hurdle is making these improvements without drastically changing the look of the vehicle exterior because I use it for work regularly.. also started a trailer build and always looking for suggestions and pictures for ideas!

Frank
High Desert Drifter
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Hello Frank and welcome to the OB crew. .looking forward to seeing your adventures .
 
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Reynolds
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High Desert Drifter said:
I have been exploring for years before I recently discovered that "Overland" was a thing. mostly ghost towns, historic sites and mines in California and Nevada. (my website www.ghosttownexplorer.com). My current rig is a 2008 Tahoe which I have made some minor modifications to including slight suspension lift and air bags, larger all terrain tires, Walker Quiet Flow Exhaust, Transmission Cooler, and Removable LED off road light bar. Inside I added a tablet mount which I use for mapping and internet access when its available. also mounted a Garmin GPS, CB Radio, additional fused power ports and I just recently framed a storage box / bed in the rear cargo area which I intend on improving over time.. My biggest hurdle is making these improvements without drastically changing the look of the vehicle exterior because I use it for work regularly.. also started a trailer build and always looking for suggestions and pictures for ideas!

Frank
High Desert Drifter
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Welcome to Overland Bound from the Sierra Foothills Overlanders, there are a couple great meet-ups in the south bay area and a new one starting in Santa Cruze. Check out the meet-up page & calendar on the form for more info.
 
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