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School me regarding best deal/quality awning for my 14’ Ucankamp trailer. I have fabricated the mount from billet aluminum connected to roof rack. I need a good self storing awning to mount. Require it to be coated to resist rain and sun damage. What think you all. MTG

Need something small to warm up in morning to get dressed then out to start 2000 watt generator. Have a Heatbuddy but not really infatuated with this. What do all recommend? MTG

Does anyone have any experience with this company? I recently purchased a new 2023 Toyota Tacoma, V6, TRD Off-road model. Looking for information about this company/trailer. Will be utilizing this, or similar, for camping, hunting and traveling. Thanks in advance for the input. MTG

Has been a while since I have logged in here. Currently own a Nissan Titan XD with the 5.0L Cummins. It is at the dealership being repaired AGAIN. Upon repair it will be sold. Perhaps traded. I am thinking a new 2023 Tacoma. My concern is will it tow my 19’ Coachman trailer? My trailer weighs...

My 2017 Titan XD 5.0 Cummins diesel has a 26 gallon tank that is too small for long hauls. I tow a 4000# single axle trailer with this on occasion. I am not dissatisfied with the overall fuel consumption but would like a larger fuel tank to replace the original. Do not want an in the bed tank as...

OK you Titan XD 5.0L diesel owners how are your mileage figures? My 2017 Titan XD 5.0L diesel has less than 14,500 miles on the clock. My mileage has been 17-18.5 mpg at no more than 70 mph. What are you all experiencing and what can I expect when engine is truly broken in? Thanx for the input. MTG

Are the Pathfinder half shaft 28 spline?

I am in the market for another 4x4 expedition rig and have been contemplating the Toyota Sequoia V8 model. I would assume mpg is not great. But, for my needs, local use and mild off-roading, it should suffice. Not tell me what you know about the ‘01-‘04 models with the 4.7L V8 engines, the drive...

I am contemplating either the 4Runner or the FJ Cruiser. My question is what is the reasonable mileage expectation of the 4Runner V6 vs. the V8? MTG

Want to replace my 2000 Xterra and have been researching lots of vehicles. Been looking lately at 4Runners and Newer, 2007+, FJCruisers. Fuel mileage is a concern, like to get 17-20 mpg. For the 4Runner like to get a 2000 or newer 4x4 with lockers. Most of my driving is local and trips into the...

Greeting all, has been a few weeks since last post. I/we are in Spain on a tour of Spain and Portugal. I have seen many Mitsubishi Pajero,left hand drive, diesel rigs here in Spain. My question is, does any have information about importing one of these Pareto diesels into the U.S. ? The rigs I...

Hello all, contemplating an older Landcruiser, '97 perhaps through '05. Have been researching on Craigslist and other offerings. I see lots of 6 and 8 cylinder models for sale. My question, what is the best performer vs power vs fuel mileage. The land cruiser seems to have a great following...

I do considerable hunting, fishing exploring here in the NW. My newest expedition rig is a 2000 Xterra, 3.3L that I am in the process of outfitting for future adventures. I have rigged it to be able to sleep and live in for reasonable amounts of time. My one need each day is a cup, or more, of...

Last 2 days have had 3 lights in array on and off intermittently. The seat belt, battery and transmission cooling lights go on and off. My Xterra has been taken care of well matainence wise. Runs great with no power issues. BTW, where is the code reading connector? Seems stupid to ask but have...

Hello all, I will be traveling to NZ in the short future. I/we are interested in renting an rv to tour both north and South Island. We traveled to NZ in 2016 to hunt red deer and tahr but next trip will be to tour. Can anyone steer us in the right direction to rent an rv? Thank you in advance...

Greetings all, I own a 2000 Xterra, 3.3L, 4wd, with 162,000 miles on the odometer. I have been checking the front hubs after driving some distances. The front hubs are warm to the touch but not hot enough to make me take my hand off, does not burn my hand. I jacked up front end to check to find...

I have been researching Monteros and have seen some that have been advertised as mechanic specials. Most have blown head gaskets and over heating that can and will lead to engine siezure/failure. Is this quite common or merely lack of maintainence? Have found another with transfer case problem...

Want to install an LED light bar to improve off road lighting. I would like to mount on stock front bumper. What size and Cree or otherwise. Thanks for the input. MTG

Have been contemplating a Montero for some time now. Have researched many used around the western states. I am at a dilemma about which year, model to pursue. I have found some '95-'98 models, SR, that look good but lots of miles on odometer. Have found '99-'03 that look good and lower miles...