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    Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx

    Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx There they are, fresh off the truck. Coopers new S/T Maxx in a 285/75r16. First impression: They are huge! Well, compared to the 255s they look huge.....I'm sure they'll fit, snugly. They are heavy! 61 lbs each! I'm digging the tread pattern, the siping...
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    Digital Reader (e-Book) dilema

    That's the advantage of the Kindle, it can be read anywhere; outside, inside, any light conditions you would read a regular book. No washout in bright light....and not being backlit it will last weeks on a single charge (provided you only turn on the 3G when needed)
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    Cooper ST's - 255/85/16

    I'd hate to be the guy stuck with the old school tire when the new improved version is where it's at.....hopefully they will be new and improved!
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    Digital Reader (e-Book) dilema

    Same one I have....I toss my Kindle into my lunchbox and take it to work everyday. I try to read on break, but I usually end up answering Kindle questions...... The 3G/WiFi Kindle is great to read, but I do hope they upgrade the internet browser. I agree it is painfully slow to use, but it...
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    Cooper ST's - 255/85/16

    Tell me about it! Shopping locally has the ST unavailable according to most shops. The 3 quotes I did get for the 255/85 ST were 240-265 per tire, which seemed a little insane to me. There were only 4 or 5 available for delivery to any of the shops. One shop was sure I meant 235/85 and I had to...
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    Camp Shower Showdown

    Triton Water Heater. It uses the 21 gallon tank and RV pump for a water source and a 10 pound propane tank. It auto ignites with water flow and takes seconds to heat to shower temp. We use it not only for showers but for heating dish water....it's quicker than heating the pan on the stove...
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    Toyota vs Nissan?

    I didn't realize you had 170,000 on it. That being the case I'd probably go ahead a change the springs front and rear.....not that it's absolutely necessary, just good maintenance. I'm at 163,000 and thinking about doing my sagging rear springs this year......if I didn't have the Airlift...
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    Official Overland Expo 2011 thread: Videos, Pictures and Updates

    The truck that wasn't there Nope, not believing it......anyone can do a photoshop....even you T...:sombrero: seriously how was the ride? still get the mileage of an 80?
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    Toyota vs Nissan?

    The downside is I don't think OME has anything specifically for a Tundra, which means guesstimating which Tacoma springs would best suit your needs....not that you couldn't or shouldn't go with OME, just going to take a little more thought and calculation to get it right. Right now I'm running...
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    The Family Daily Driver ExPo Rig Thread!

    I picked Fullsize Truck in the poll, since mine is technically a fullsize, but I like to think of it a petite fullsize..... IMHO, THE BEST DAILY DRIVER AND OCCASIONAL CAMPING and/or VACATION ROAD TRIP VEHICLE WOULD BE a 2003 Toyota Tundra access cab. Daily drives me to work, handles hauling...
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    Propane Hot Water Heater

    My wife built a custom sized box that stores the heater, hoses, shower head, and our box of soaps. The box doubles as the shower floor, 'cause there's nothin worse than gettin yer feet muddy after yer shower.......
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    Toyota vs Nissan?

    How often do you drive your truck over 87 mph with the tires at full load (3000lbs each?), keep the right amount of air in them for whatever load you have and drive......not a 140, but highway speeds are fine.... The Bilstiens all round is a good idea. If the rear springs aren't sagging I'd...
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    Comments on Techni-ICE ™ Dry Ice Packs ?

    We've used them for a couple of years. They work pretty well as a replacement for ice. You can cut the sheets of Techni-ice into various sized squares to facilitate packing of food items. They seem to last as long as regular ice without getting your food waterlogged. one caveat however...
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    New offroading truck!

    Since this is the Toyota section..... Get another Tundra DC. It's got a sweet engine, great transmission, gets decent mileage and will last you many many miles. It will do everything you are asking.....even the offroad bit, without a complaint. They are great trucks. Funny you mentioned...
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    R51 Pathfinders

    If you're still looking: Try Iron Pig Offroad in Fredericksburg. Off road experts for sure, mostly Toyotas but I've seen them work on everything from jeeps to 4x4 van conversions
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    Tundra Flatbed

    If you order custom springs from Deaver or Alcan you can specify how much weight over the stock springs you want. Haggis has Deavers on his DC Tundra and asked for 600 lb more capacity than original, they are noticeably firmer than the stockers but still ride nice....
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    My Build Has Begun

    That teardrop turned out sweet! Makes me think twice before building my own......
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    Haggis' Multi-Use Tundra Build

    Yeah, that tucked up in there very well. The Hidden Hitches seem to sit higher than others I've seen. I'm still thinking about flipping mine over to the top of the frame.....maybe if I get some free time later this summer.
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    The "yet to be named" tundra build

    "Boomer" the Tundrabird Harbinger of Bass. I like that too! Looks like a good vehicle and fun project. Welcome to the Tundrabird Nation!
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