Recent content by racingjason

I checked out your website and see that you went with the BFG All-terrains for tires. My opinion (but I know it is shared by others) is that the ATs can be problematic in mud. I have literally have them on 3 of the 4 4wd vehicles I have right now so I do like them but they clog up in the mud and...

Another late opinion. West Africa is known for mud. Cut the weight as best you can, buy good quality mud tires (in a common size if they fit, 235/85R16, 265/75R16) and take care of them. I would have front and rear selectable lockers. We had air lockers in our Cruiser during our year in Africa...

Hello all, I have been looking for information on the Mercedes T1 type vans as we are considering them as a successor to our current setup. The problem is, as popular as they are around the world, I have not been able to find much in the way of forum activity discussing them. I have signed up...

Very nice. Are you able to tell me how tall the van is as it sits now and how high the rear deck (top of mattress) is off the floor? Thanks, J

I installed a set of OME heavy springs on the rear of mine before we went to Africa and never regretted the decision. We were towing our caravan that was probably pushing 3500 lbs along with a 50 gallon fuel tank in the factory placement; the back was loaded with tools and parts and at one point...

Yes that is one of the key features as everything in the kitchen is at a nice height and then everything inside is as well. you won't have to be down on your hands and knees to be looking in the back of the inside cupboard for something; it is all at eye level while you sit on the bed. Another...

As nice as the Conqueror's are you would be better off looking at a Bush Lapa (miskruier is the 4 person version). Their design is more elegant and easier to live with. (I have crawled around both extensively) You can look at their web page and the ZA 4x4 Community Forum for pics. I have the...

Garmin 276c with all the included accessories. If you are looking for a 276c you know that there is nothing else that will do. Comes with both mounts including the sandbag. Wall and 12v chargers and the original USB cable. Also included is the (expensive) 512mb data card. I also have a 128mb...

Give me a call sometime and if you are up this way I can help you with the install of the battery thing. I have a good shop setup now and, after this year in particular, have considerable experience with the battery thing. (We had 5 batteries and both 12 and 24 volt charging systems so yours...

I looked into bringing over another Conqueror but the factory is not able to make the changes to meet DOT/Transport Canada specs. Some of the dealers were willing to make the changes necessary to comply but I am sure it would be spendy. In the end I went with a different company that could...

Hi Brian, I hope all is well. I came across a photo of you and Higgins just today. We are indeed in Africa right now, Malawi to be precise. Please drop me a line and let me know how things are going for you, I have often wondered. Cheers, Jason

The diesel contingent is under represented, particularly the H variety! 1. 1989 HJ61, champagne (how classy) with orange turbo stripes. 2. Jason Porter/ racingjason 3. About 3-4 years, first one. 4. Started at 220K, now about 290K km: 5. 12HT, not a mod but worth mentioning, Opposite Lock tank...

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Hello all, well this trailer was supposed to be heading to Africa with us in May 2013 but after some planning changes and a close look at the shipping costs, we have decided to sell it here in North America and pick up another trailer while we are over there. So, for sale is a very well equipped...

Do two cover a 20"? If so, I may be interested in a couple.