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  1. Herbie

    Freightliner ambulance conversion project.

    As many have said: It's cheaper than therapy.
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    4x Dodge Diesel-Fiberglass utility bed & camper

    I think it's pretty cool. I'm curious if I could squeeze in a 3rd seat instead of the center console thing...
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    4 door Rubicon Phoenix Camper

    Only people who actually have kids understand just how massive a car seat is. Putting one in the back seat of the average vehicle consumes as much passenger room as my 6'3" 340lb brother-in-law.
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    Your top 5 or so luxury items you bring

    Thetford Porta Potti for my ladies Platypus Platypreserve Wine Bags loaded w/ good un-oaked California Chardonnay Full set of "regular" dining utensils Full knife-roll of real cutlery and tools 9'x12' RV "Patio Mat" for the area under the awning Sat down to think about this and was surprised...
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    yaseu FT-857D owners. Can you answer this?

    The Cobra 75WX is mentioned upthread. This + any detachable faceplate mobile HAM radio will likely be your best bet. If you don't have enough room for a second hand-mic, you need a bigger vehicle!
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    Coffee pot

    Use the same. Just need to find a better carafe to brew into. Brewing into individual mugs currently, but means either using 2nd filter or the second drinker gets weak coffee! Need to find something insulated that will fit the chuckbox so I can brew a full "pot" in one go.
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    Van configuration pages

    Great resource, Haven!
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    Driving a vehicle you dont like.

    Just another log for this fire, but timing will be important here - I've found it is ALWAYS easier to sell any soft top/convertible when the weather is good and warm. If you wait until late fall to sell a soft-top, you're going to lose your ********. Make your decision soon, so you can sell during...
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    $41 BaoFeng UV-82 Dual Band Handhelds

    Correct, it seems the cheapest versions come direct from Asia, without US warranty. Take your pick, I guess Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    SPOT Gen3 satellite tracker

    When 406MHz PLBs are so cheap now, I find it hard to justify anything with a subscription fee if you're really looking for emergency support. $250 will get you an ACR PLB that's good for years. I'm coming up on 5 years of ownership on mine and the only additional "cost" at this point will be a...
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    Storing tie down straps and the like

    I use the self-stick velcro (the kind that sticks to itself, back to front) to keep them tight after self-wrapping. I buy the stuff in big rolls of various widths since I use it for lots of stuff, then cut custom lengths for anything that needs securing like that. No tangles, no unrolling. A...
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    $41 BaoFeng UV-82 Dual Band Handhelds

    Quick price-drop note: These are currently available on Amazon for less than $35: http://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-UV-82-Two-Way-Radio/dp/B00E4KLY34 For that price, I'm ordering another...
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    Subaru Questions

    That's great info Kurt. I guess I've made the right choice sticking with my '02. I miss the driveability of the extra torque from the 2.5L engine (had a 2.5RS previously), but maybe I'll stop lusting after the 2.5turbos...
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    Painless dual battery kit

    More or less. I did have the solenoid fail last summer. Not sure if it was something I did, as I had a charger connected long-term in a way than meant the solenoid was on pretty much permanently for weeks. Replaced it with a ColeHersee unit and it's been fine since. Overall, it's working as...
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    1996 Disco 5 Speed 4.3l Vortec engine

    Pretty sweet rig. I assume it's in Texas? Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    Subaru Questions

    Regarding 15" wheels for big-brake cars, check what the rally guys are using. They aren't the cheapest, but there are a very small number of forged 15" rally wheels that will fit the 4 pot brakes. Many 16" wheels, too, but tire becomes the problem then... Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    Hitch Lift Cargo Racks Front & Rear with Winch

    Wow. Resurrect a 4-year dead thread for that? Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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    Subaru Questions

    Also, regarding valve concerns: I've had my 2002 since new, have never adjusted any valves or done anything in the top end other than a recent plug change, and it doesn't use a drop of oil. My engine is the early 2.0l turbo, though, so it's rooted in the old STi engines. I have no experience...
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    Subaru Questions

    Regarding one model vs the other: they're mechanically almost identical. The forester is a tall Impreza (literally, same hard points), and the outback is based on the Legacy, which is a longer version of the same chassis design. Almost all parts except bodywork will bolt from one to the other...
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    How Do you Secure Expensive Camera Gear in Your Car while Travelling?

    Check Amazon, of all places. They have a box of similar dimensions (a bit longer but not as deep) for $70 shipped. Saw the same box on eBay, too. Using it as foundation for my chuck box. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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