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    Engel MT45 12v Fridge & Slide - San Diego CA

    That is a good price just for the frig, even better if it includes the slide!
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    Disc brake conversion for FJ40

    One benefit of using the front disc brake set-up from a 1980 - 89 60/70 Series is these parts (rotors, pads, calipers, etc.) are still easily available. When using a custom aftermarket disc brake kit in the future when needing replacement parts you will have no idea what to source. I would...
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    Price Drop on Maxtrax

    That is just one vendor selling at a discount. The www.maxtraxus.com site still lists the regular bioards at $330. $260 a pair is a great deal.
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    Andy's 100 Series Build

    Great to see your progress on this trip Andy. Enjoy Mendoza - I spent New Years Eve there about ten years ago.
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    Engel MT45 Noise

    I have a ten year old MT45 Engel (model with plastic housing) which I currently have full-time in my 100 Series which also has a sleeping platform. At night I do hear it cycle but the humming does not bother me much (disclaimer: I am hearing impaired.) One idea that might help FIREYcookie is...
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    portable gas fire pit

    I have owned a "Camp Chef" brand propane camp fire pit for a decade or so. The model I have is an older version of this one I think: https://www.campchef.com/shop/fire-pits/gas-fire-pits/propane-firepits/propane-firepits-shop/juniper/CC-GF16.html Works pretty good!
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    12V Refrigerator Questions

    I like the Engel brand 12 volt refrigs for their energy efficiency and durability. I run one in a UZJ100 Land Cruiser in the Southwest USA on trips. Consider buying an older used 12v frig to "play around with." NorCold is a top brand to look for on Craigslist, OfferUp, etc.
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    Samsung galaxy model gt-p3100

    I use a Samsung tablet paired via Bluetooth with a Garmin inReach. The larger screen of the tablet allows reakistic use of the map feature of the inReach.
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    Tire Repair kits & Backwoods repairs

    Punctured a Cooper Discover AT3 on my Tacoma a few years ago down by the Alvord Playa. Went to swap on the spare for the drive out and couldn't get the wheel off due to deformed lug nuts (factory Tacoma lug nuts are covered in a softer exterior metal.) My buddy carried a tire plug kit (ARB...
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    Engel Troubleshooting

    Have you contacted tech support at Engel about this frig problem?
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    On board air options

    ABBB have you considered the Warn Powerplant system? https://adventure-ready.com/store/warn-powerplant-12/ 12,000 lb. rated electric winch with built-in air compressor. Sounds perfect for a rig the weight of a 200 Series TLC.
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    Male Cigarette Plugs

    Which devices and how much is the amp draw? There are better choices than a "cigarette lighter" style plug.
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    On board air options

    Honesty the engine compartment is usually hot, and electric powered air compressors run really hot so not like the best location to mount one. I use a portable 12 volt air compressors; check out the Viair 400 series, these are fairly fast from what I have heard.
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    fridge: how to wire?

    I have two Land Cruiser wagons set up with frig power cable kits. These run heavy gauge cable from the battery (in the engine compartment) to where the 12 volt refrigerator is located. I have added at the frig location an "on/off" switch for this always "hot" cable before the port for the...
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    Probably asked 100 times, what’s the best economical off-road jack, no hi-lift style

    911 Motorsports offer some jack extensions. I just bought the one for a floor jack and am considering getting one for the OE Toyota bottle jack. https://www.911motorsports.net/Trail-Jack-Extension--for-Bottle-Scissor-Trolley-Jacks_p_90.html
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    On board air options

    What do you mean by an onboard air system? A hard mounted 12 volt compressor? Engine driven compressor? A fancy four tire air system? What are you intending to use the "onboard air system" for? Airing up tires? How large of tires? Running air tools? Also, how often do you expect to use...
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    Engine RPM consisent buzzing on 2M radio

    Kenperk when you say "the car charger" do you mean the cigarette lighter plug? Thanks!
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    Engine RPM consisent buzzing on 2M radio

    Sorry, I mixed "coax cable" with "power cable" which is incorrect. When I write coax cable I am referring to the cab;e from the radio to the antenna.
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    Engine RPM consisent buzzing on 2M radio

    Thanks for the reply. You are saying install ferrite chokes on the coax cable both near the transmitting receiver and near the power source (battery)?
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    Engine RPM consisent buzzing on 2M radio

    Ah a ferrite choke. That is an idea. Where do you suggest I position it on the positive + wire? Near the radio unit I assume? Thanks!
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