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    Les P'tits Gros : Traveller's Meeting in Bourgogne (France)

    Looks like I might just have to take a gander over.... :-)
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    Aventure Expo in France

    Thanks!! Will add to my diary for 2014 - will hopefully see you there! :-)
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    Wheeling / Overlanding arround the heart of europe

    Thanks!! Sound advice!! :victory:
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    Wheeling / Overlanding arround the heart of europe

    Nice pics! Muddy!! :-) Any nice trails you know of in Switzerland? Based near Geneva and cannot find anywhere to go off-roading... :-(
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    Toyota Dyna 4x4 from factory (same as Hino)

    I stand to be corrected, but I think the Dyna has Landcruiser wagon running gear and motor, with a full commercial vehicle chassis. So is it tough... yes. :ylsmoke:
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    Toyota Dyna 4x4 from factory (same as Hino)

    Fully agree!! they def lost an easy sale!! Out of curiosity - any idea how much are they going for in Portugal?
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    Toyota Dyna 4x4 from factory (same as Hino)

    Have much respect for the Dyna. Very strong running gear and simple construction etc. I actually made enquiries about buying one (the double cab 4x4 version as in video) here in Switzerland a few years ago. Local Toyota dealer told me they don't offer that model in their line-up and wasn't...
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    One for the high-rollers out there

    In Switzerland they always show the 'new' price of a vehicle alongside the asking price when selling a 2nd hand vehicle as its needed for insurance purposes. Insurance is usually based on new price as they will payout to 'replace' the vehicle in the event vehicle stolen / destroyed etc. Eg: If...
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    One for the high-rollers out there

    Beautiful truck at an amazing price!!! http://www.autoscout24.ch/de/d/scania-wohnmobil-sonstige-occasion?allmakes=1&drive=3598&fuel=3448&index=0&nav=8&sort=price_desc&vehid=1471868&vehtyp=70
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    Tiny mobile home concept

    Ok, I know it's not an expedition vehicle, but there are some VERY clever space saving design ideas and innovative concepts here. http://www.gizmag.com/tricycle-house-pedal-powered-rv/26553/ :clapsmile
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    Abenteuer & Allrad (Adventure Wheel) 2013, Germany May/June 2013

    Methinks I might just have to go! :smiley_drive:
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    Diesel for the new Ford Transit Van in the US

    Ranger diesel I picked up my new Ranger D/Cab 4x4 auto a few months ago. Engine is the new 3.2 t/diesel mentioned here already. Must say, awesome motor: 197hp / 470 nm torque. Sounds like a bag of old spanners when cold on acceleration, but really does settle down nicely to a soft hum when...
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    Pop-top Rooftop tent: Maggiolino Grand Tour, or Overland?

    Thanks Doc!! And we'll done on ur rig, simply awesome!! I'm aiming for similar idea with main difference being sleep on RTT. :):victory:
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    Pop-top Rooftop tent: Maggiolino Grand Tour, or Overland?

    Hi all. A newbie here, been lurking amongst these great forums for quite a while but never posted. Slowly building up my new Ford Ranger D/C 4x4 for family camping and holidays travelling around Europe etc. and while able to build the various bits and pieces in the rear (will post pics...
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