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  1. blupaddler

    My free but not so free FJ40

    So... my goal with this? I have visions of Ed & Jonathan's FJ40's dancing in my head. I have also contemplated tearing it down to the frame, and halfway restoring her. (I am still searching for a name) But I am leaning towards a 4spd (h41/h42), not sure which one, and a 3B diesel. A five...
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    My free but not so free FJ40

    While I do hope to someday own a FJ55 and a Troopy, I had the opportunity to start adding to my Landcruiser stable about a month ago, a 1970 FJ40. Here is the background... About a month ago I received a message from Kevin (Boston Mangler) about a FJ40 that someone wanted to get rid of and was...
  3. blupaddler

    Feeler - 2001 F-450 4x4

    Tomorrow is today... (wink) I am assuming it is single rear wheel? And is it a long or short bed?
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    Dual Sport Recommendations for Beginners?

    That's a good idea... Thanks!!! Especially since the main purpose would be commuting. So... squid=stupid new guy all over the place? Just like a "kook" for surfing? There is a Wee strom down the street from me at House of Motorcycles, which is ironically two doors down from the...
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    Dual Sport Recommendations for Beginners?

    So... Forgive the newbie questions. The only bikes I have owned are BMX and mountain bikes. I have been contemplating entering the dual sport world... Well, more commuting and the occassional off-highway venture. Probably 80-20 or 70-30. What is the "MSF"? What is this "road guard"...
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    Building a 2008 Kawasaki KLR650 for Overland Travel!

    Wow Doc... Congrats.:roost: Will you be commuting? Or just for pleasure? Will Nori be joining you at all, or just solo explorations? The KLR seems a really good deal for the $$$. I just think my legs would be a little short. That and how to fit surf racks on one...
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    Random RIG Shots

    Mmmmmmmm... Troopies... Mmmmmm Must resist, will, not give in........... :drool: :drool: :drool:
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    2F engine w/ 4 speed - in Van Nuys, CA

    Anyone know if this will fit a 40?
  9. blupaddler

    1983 FJ45 Troop Carrier Buildup

    First off, as if I really need to tell you, but again your Troopy has put lustful thoughts into my mind... :drool: Second... Does every paint shop know Toyota paint code 464? How do you go about telling them you want this color? Or would one be better off getting the paint mixed themselves...
  10. blupaddler

    Baja again...

    Geeee thanks. Just what I needed. Seriously though. Glad you had a good trip. Did the surf get much bigger? Though you can't really complain about fun waist high 100+yard rides. :beer: Nice fiver'
  11. blupaddler

    Cleaning out the basement! Gear sale!

    How old is the wetsuit? Do you mind me asking how tall you are? (fit)
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    Random shots

    Nice c/c... I will be on the lookout for you this summer.
  13. blupaddler

    Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

    On a side note... I met a wonderful lady this past weekend who has put together a great website that allows rescuers to share stories, and get things off their chest should they need to, check it out, I think you won't be disappointed. www.rescuevoices.com
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    Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

    K - Thanks for sharing this with us. I was just up in Sacramento attending some training on the American river and we got to story talking... As Lifeguards we are often the first on scene, but we get to pass things on to ALS. But as you know all these calls/events/images are stored...
  15. blupaddler

    Sailing the Caribbean~~~

    Congrats... Welcome home! There is nothing that quite soothes the mind, body and soul like warm, clear water. :REExeSwimmingHL:
  16. blupaddler

    Hello Expedition Portal

    Welcome! :jump: You're off to a very good start. I would love to find a low mileage 80 (dreaming)... Where abouts in Cali are you?
  17. blupaddler

    Did the de-axle, de-diff, de-driveshaft, de-tires mods today...

    Wow!!! Eight inch coils... Did you have them custom made? Or did you have to order them from "down under"?
  18. blupaddler

    5 new XZL tires on craigslist

    I think the key here is the ones on craigslist fit a 16" rim, versus most of the ones on ebay are for 20" rims... Still pricey though :safari-rig:
  19. blupaddler

    Completed My First "Rally Race", Took 3rd and got some great pics!!!

    Congrats! That's cool! But, it seems like the car was... um... a little small. :smiley_drive:
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    Willman's Bantam BT3-C Expedition Trailer Buildup

    Thanks. I thought you had the lock'n'roll. However, when I was looking at one of your pictures I thought I saw a ring...
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