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So... Looked at the AC I am using, Max draw 6.6 amps, max provided by the Tailgator is 6 amps (BAD), the Sportsman max amps output is 8.2 amps rated from the docs I can find... Mind you, the camper build I am wanting to do will feature a 5K BTU window unit at 4.4 amps max inrush draw, vs this...

I've been watching this with some interest. I personally don't have any real issues with AM / SSB on CB, but FM would be a nice addition, no license fees, no extra junk to deal with... As I understand it, the updates were already approved / adopted, and we should start seeing changes effective...

I seriously use the Tac Light Lanterns with rechargeable AA batteries. Much better run time, LOTS of light, albeing somewhat glaring. I got a 4 pack of knock offs from Amazon for something like $10.00, with no magnets, epoxied my own magnets on and voila! Cheap, effective, serviceable light...

So yeah, I did a thing. And I know I have documented it elsewhere, but wanted this in one place as my final work around to my camp shower setup hopefully saving the next person trying to do this some grief... So as you may know, the Camplux 5L is along the same lines of myriad other 5L on...

No, it's not. I found that out the hard way... I am searching around for a proper aftermarket winch bumper and losing the factory bumper and aftermarket winch mount / brush guard. I am thinking a bumper with a winch mount and D ring mounts. Plus fog / off road light mounts. I know the 9K lb...

It is not often this happens, but you mentioned something I have thought of, but never knew existed. Do tell more about the winch extension line. There are a LOT of times, especially on a beach situation where I need more cable than I have. I typically have been using snatch straps and shackles...

I can not speak with any authority on the '09-14 models however they are based on, and quite similar to the '04-'08 which I have and am very familiar with... Watch the capacities of the available winch mounts. At least for the '04 -'08 F150, the winch mounts I could find for them were rated for...

I've seen all sorts of GM vehicles, from the U.S. market and various world markets. This is the first time I have ever seen one of these. Very cool... Not super popular among a lot of Americans, but I really do like the torquey inline sixes. VERY reliable and pull like a team of horses...

So here is the entire bathroom rig enough to keep the wife happy, and deal with storage limitations for fuel. Shower / heater. Camplux 5L Shower head modded with hanging loop made from paracord and epoxy. Extended hoses using 3/8" ID hi temp red transluscent hose, and Garden hose QDs. 12' of...

Unless I have another big freeze like we did this February, I don't expect I will ever need that.

Nice setup!

Oh, one thing. YES the Camplux is considerably bulkier than the Zodi, but the function I am finding to be worth it. Fall and winter weather use will be the test of time, but so far, it's spot on. With the Zodi it is basically on all the time. Turn pump on, turn flame on, let heat, turn flame...

Just FWIW, not even gonna consider a gravity feed system. Not dissing anyone that uses them, but at least in my case, I am needing to minimize lifting heavy things. The common solar shower is a 5 gallon and that is somehwere near 40lbs, not great for someone with degenerative disks.... I think...

Define new-ish.... I'd be perfectly happy with a 7.3 PSD F350. Many folks consider those old...

My first tire upgrad was 285/70r17, so basically 33x11.5, on the OE 3.55 gears with never even a slight hiccup pulling fully loaded. However performance was seriously impacted by the 35s. I do have a CAI, High flow cats, and tune. I am guessing prior to the VCT system dumping on itself, I was...

True enough. However aside from limited slips and gear ratios, which will be fitted to mine, the F150 Raptor uses the same diffs and is factory outfitted with 315/70R17s. Basically the same dimensions as my 35x12.50/17. I am looking at stepping DOWN to 33s from 35s.

I guess old habits die hard. With the exception of my Baja bug, all the off road vehicles I have owned have at some point in their functional lives with me had 12.5" wide tires, either 33x12.50, or 35.12.50 and I have noticed a much less extreme tendency to bury themselves in soft surfaces such...

Not in my experience. Yes, aired down. Why aired down? To help spread the load across a wider contact patch. https://knowhow.napaonline.com/off-road-tire-pressure-when-to-air-down/#:~:text=Releasing%20air%2C%20also%20known%20as,bounce%20for%20a%20softer%20ride. " Releasing air, also known as...

Why can't you go camping because of COVID? Fresh air, space, and vitamin D from sunlight are all VERY good things for fighting covid. Do you live somewhere that is locking you down?

I've got Cedar and Titebond 3 in the workshop. Just gotta get busy is all. Do you use this in a privy tent or is this just for showering au naturel? I.E. how hard on a shower floor is this thing? I found shower tents can get muddy floors and I wanted to preclude that....