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  1. blupaddler

    Congratulations DesertDude!

    Wow! Congrats...MotoDude! :jump:
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    Give me ONE Reason NOT to buy an FZJ80...

    I know they are espensive, but you must remember they started at $50k ten years ago. (although I still miss my T) :lurk:
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    Oregon Back Country Discovery Route (Summer '07)

    I am still in the planning stages of this trip. (this year was...) Anyway, I was told June is a good time. Probably a little cold come October. I purchased the maps from here: http://oohva.org/ I am VERY interested. My problem is work...I am not allowed much time off in the summer. Keep...
  4. blupaddler

    WTB - Baja Almanac

    I also have one...Although it is a "Norte" version. Currently available to lend as well...Or just pick it up here in SD when you come out. :D
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    Give me ONE Reason NOT to buy an FZJ80...

    LOL!!! Thanks, that reminds me...I have to confirm my appointment with the DR. Only my fat is going to my chest, pec. implants baby! :orngartis For me the decision on the 80 vs. 60 came down to comfort. If I am going to be driving long distances. I want to be comfortable, not that a 60...
  6. blupaddler

    Big Bear SoCal: pick a date and get 'er done!

    I say the weekend after Mom's Day. Negative on Memmorial Day, the place will be packed.
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    Give me ONE Reason NOT to buy an FZJ80...

    Thanks Scott. I was unaware of the PTO availability. The 5 spd would be cool as well.
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    Give me ONE Reason NOT to buy an FZJ80...

    Well, good luck with your decision. If you need any help at all don't be afraid to ask. Robb
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    Give me ONE Reason NOT to buy an FZJ80...

    Sorry, I must have missed somewhere...it sounds like you have been reading up on mud. Spend time there reading and asking questions (just make sure you search first). Here is a link to start off with: http://forum.ih8mud.com/showpost.php?p=1012335&postcount=3...
  10. blupaddler

    Traditional Baja Vehicle: Sportsmobile

    Yeah, what was up with that article? Oddly they went to Picacho del Diablo area. (ask your bro about that one) Back on track... There is a member on here, who lives in San Diego ironically, and we got to check out his last summer during a meet-n-greet. Very well built, and thought out...
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    Give me ONE Reason NOT to buy an FZJ80...

    CEL...Check Engine Light? Like others have said... 1. Expensive to buy 2. Expensive to maintain 3. Check engine light malodies (EGR, O2 sensors...) 4. Gas mileage sucks (12-14 tops, maybe single digits with a RTT) 5. Cracked leather seats 6. Headgasket issues 7. Slow 8. Comfy 9. Too...
  12. blupaddler

    In the field repair shots

    Duuuddde...no really Dude... I think you have enough video of me already. I don't need any more of my face floating around this place. BTW when do we get the Baja video? :PROFSheriffHL: :p
  13. blupaddler

    In the field repair shots

    I was trying to figure out where to put the supercharger.:p
  14. blupaddler

    In the field repair shots

    Baja...Broken/torn Power steering return line. There was about five people, possibly more at one time supervising, I mean observing.
  15. blupaddler

    Mark's '95 fzj80...

    -P- Welcome back home! FYI...CruiserDan told me that the 100 series pads don't really give that much more braking power. They do however, last about twice as long. About 30-50k apparently. Supposedly people normally only get about 20k on stock 80 series pads. And speaking of which, I...
  16. blupaddler

    4-Wheel Environmentalist

    Thanks for the post. I had not read that before...a good read.
  17. blupaddler

    2007 / 2008 Dodge 3500 4x4

    YES. :bowdown:
  18. blupaddler

    2007 / 2008 Dodge 3500 4x4

    I can't comment too much... But, they aure seem real nice. If you are refering to the commercial version. 52 gallon diesel tank. Available PTO with the tranny. MMMMMMMM Keep us posted if you end up purchasing one or not.
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