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silverton62
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Too Funny
Almost, had coffee on my computer reading that! Winston bailed, I think will show in Moab soon. If yore up here stop by, I will be the guy under the truck, with wrench in hand...
Thanks!
Almost, had coffee on my computer reading that! Winston bailed, I think will show in Moab soon. If yore up here stop by, I will be the guy under the truck, with wrench in hand...
Thanks!
kcowyo said:I'll accept a RM funnel cake or a coffee from Winston at Mobius, for my speedy service.
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the dude
Adventurer
silverton62 said:
Nothing wrong with a SOA truck for expeditions. Well maybe shipping becomes an issue as they might not fit in containers?? I guess tire availability may also become an issue outside of NA if you go to a really big tire. SOA, dearched OME and a set of 35-36 tires is a pretty sweet set up IMO.
Mechanically, I see no difference in the two...
silverton62
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my website link
Here's my website link;
http://web.mac.com/mikepierson/iWeb/Mike Pierson/Welcome.html
Thanks for taking a look. Some of the photos are not mine, and I give them credit for the AWESOME Landcruiser Camper conversion photos from www.desert-Tec.de.
Here's my website link;
http://web.mac.com/mikepierson/iWeb/Mike Pierson/Welcome.html
Thanks for taking a look. Some of the photos are not mine, and I give them credit for the AWESOME Landcruiser Camper conversion photos from www.desert-Tec.de.
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Sleeping Dog
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Water
One advantage of distributing your water over several containers is that you're no left in a lurch if one is compromised.
Jim
silverton62 said:
One advantage of distributing your water over several containers is that you're no left in a lurch if one is compromised.
Jim
silverton62
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jfm_stl said:
Jim,
I am seeing your logic. I am using my favorite 3 Scepter 5 gallon military water tan containers for now, until I get a stainless steel tank made. Even then I will carry at least 1 Scepter can of water just in case! Thanks.
cruiser guy
Explorer
I don't want to rain on your parade but why all the water storage? You can buy bottled water most anywhere you go in Central America even in 5 gallon containers if you want. It seems to me like alot of excess weight unless you're really planning on getting off the beaten path and even then a big rock or stick and you could be out of water.
If it were me I'd plan on buying bottled water and take a water purifier/filter like you would use for backpacking if you get in a place where purified water is not available. Here in Guatemala we drink water that is filtered and UV irradiated and we do just fine. If I head out we'll take a 5 gallon container with us and trade it when it's empty for a full one at a local store.
I second the thumbs down on split rims. Even the hole in the wall tire shops here can mount and dismount a tire from a regular rim and if your rim is bad they'll just put in a tube.
If it were me I'd plan on buying bottled water and take a water purifier/filter like you would use for backpacking if you get in a place where purified water is not available. Here in Guatemala we drink water that is filtered and UV irradiated and we do just fine. If I head out we'll take a 5 gallon container with us and trade it when it's empty for a full one at a local store.
I second the thumbs down on split rims. Even the hole in the wall tire shops here can mount and dismount a tire from a regular rim and if your rim is bad they'll just put in a tube.
silverton62
Observer
The water issues are mainly for the 2 dogs, and my hot water shower system for girlfriend, Trying to not have to deal with any situation of needing drinkable water. We do plan to be off the beaten path in the Sierra de Laguna in Baja, then again up in Oaxaca mountains. Also just in case, I like to have water with me.
cruiser guy
Explorer
silverton62 said:
You may find that your truck is more cushy that some "hotels" down here in Central America!! One of the questions we regularly ask is "Do you have 24 hour hot water?". I've had my share of cold showers but they can be refreshing when it's humid out.
silverton62
Observer
Truck is at the shop!
My 62 is now in the hands of Proffiitts Cruisers. If possible adding a locker or 2, plus seals, H55F manual trans., OME Heavy lift, and RACK! YES! The countdown begins...
My 62 is now in the hands of Proffiitts Cruisers. If possible adding a locker or 2, plus seals, H55F manual trans., OME Heavy lift, and RACK! YES! The countdown begins...
silverton62
Observer
I am very excited. I saw my truck lifted last week, and transmission may be in soon. I am ready to travel, and surf. I have been surfing for maybe 5 years now, and seem to collect boards too. Thanks.
silverton62
Observer
Winston Churchill missing...
I thought you'd be interested to read this latest information on Winston. We are keeping an eye out for him in the mountains around here, we also have snow now up high... Hope he shows up soon somewhere!
http://insearchofwinston.blogspot.com
I thought you'd be interested to read this latest information on Winston. We are keeping an eye out for him in the mountains around here, we also have snow now up high... Hope he shows up soon somewhere!
http://insearchofwinston.blogspot.com
kcowyo said:I'll accept a RM funnel cake or a coffee from Winston at Mobius, for my speedy service.
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silverton62
Observer
Thanks
I am ending up having the rack made very similarto the red Rover Defender in you pictures you sent. My RTT will be over the cab, and extend out straight, or to the side, providing some shade.
I will post photos once I have any. Mike
I am ending up having the rack made very similarto the red Rover Defender in you pictures you sent. My RTT will be over the cab, and extend out straight, or to the side, providing some shade.
I will post photos once I have any. Mike
gjackson said:Mike,
First, welcome to ExPo.
Well, not quite; I've only had my truck since 2003! But I know what you mean, large racks on Rovers are very common in the overlanding world. A few points from me, which do reiterate some of the above:
1. As said before, you want to put as little weight up high as possible. My 110 has a lot more up high than I like, but I accept that as a limitation to where I can go
2. Obviously you need a rack; roof tent, kayaks etc.
3. Your goal should be to keep the rack itself as light as you can while still maintaining the strength for what you need to carry. Think light materials; expanded metal flooring is very heavy. A lot of people use the plastic flooring from animal kennels, light and weather proof. Go with the lightest gauge metal you can get away with for the rack structure; the main weakness of the rack will be it flexing, rather than the weight you put on it.
4. Be careful with your mounting system. On the 110 pictured, I have a full cage that is mounted to the frame and doesn't touch the body anywhere. The rack is attached to that. Avoid splitting mounting between the frame and the body as this will just result in stressed and broken parts. The body does move significantly compared to the frame.
I've included a couple of pics that might give you some ideas. Good luck!
cheers
