Recent content by Life_in_4Lo

I never go to designated campgrounds. Allergic to pavement camping. I think it depends on time of the week, at least around here. But big uptick in primitive camping, anything close to civilization. I'll hit some more Sierras before the cold hits, so I hope you're right.

Wow, lucky that Titan piece didn't let go on the road! Looks like no penetration on the weld all the way around. Is that how you see it? Glad they squared up with you quickly.

Tough time to buy now. High demand for these. Depending on your expectations, a higher mileage one will be in your price range. Maintained, they will last longer than most. Very durable. Check i8hmud.com forums in the 100 series for a faq on buying. Other Toyotas to consider: GX470 (4.7 V8)...

covid vacations I've never seen it so busy camping. You're right, fitness equipment (bicycles for example) is booming. I've also seen many more outfitted 4x4's than ever I've also gotten so many unsolicited offers on property since covid started. But those feel like vultures.

I just got one of these Kovea heaters and it's fantastic. Packs small in its own hardcase. Perfect to warm up the tent at night and in the mornings, when you don't want to get out of the sleeping bag I have to give gtfo a plug- they were great to deal with and very fast (faster shipping than...

nice Tundra! Like the flip up sides on the bed cap. the 60 looks gorgeous too

If you want it built up right, with someone willing to stand behind the work than Slee Offroad is probably the top Toyota guy. He may be able to help you source a camper box if that company falls through. Look at his builds, they are excellent

Land Cruiser = Toyota's final word on suv vehicle exploration. That is it's mission statement. Solid axles are simple and durable. Toyota had no intention to make a "rock crawler". If you want to throw a rock on a map and go there... that's the 80's strong suit. It's also the last Toyota w...

Just get the Slee Stepsliders and enjoy the good times. I would do anything to my truck to make sure the wife had a good time. Luckily, she is happy with my setup but the step into a vehicle is very important. If she isn't happy even before she sets foot into the truck, you've got no chance my...

Saw the new COLORADO at the car show. I'm impressed, it looks great inside and out. The interior looks similar in size/ more comfortable than the TACOMA 4 door. Size looks comparable to the Tacoma as well. fully boxed frame, and the styling is very much like a baby SIERRA. I also really like...

I'm willing to bet it's soft rear springs to give a more car-like ride; that is what's probably causing the low payload rating. Some new springs or helper leaf and you're good to go

Me too! I really like the styling and interior. Fully boxed frame and full disc brakes... DIESEL! Yes please. It would be nice if they brought a Tacoma diesel but I'm tired of Toyota marketing always playing "follow the leader". I'll be waiting forever as a Toyota loyalist.

you should email pics to Jalopnik they did a writeup on the vehicross http://jalopnik.com/why-the-isuzu-vehicross-is-the-next-great-future-classi-510733610

What about the 01+ Monteros? They are nice suv's and pretty cheap $ for what you get. I like the off-road focused luxury, and the Ifs/irs has great travel and seems geared for offroad. It's also got great room inside thanks to being a unibody. None are going to be the quality or durability of...

budget: $6-7000 space is important weekend camping -4Runner -Xterra -100 series LC (99-00 probably in your price range) -Tundra -Expedition -Tahoe