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Huh. I did not know that. I guess that's what I get for opening my mouth after not paying attention to the current models. Of course, it just goes to show that I'm so happy with it I'm not even paying attention to the new models that are coming out. :sombrero:

I'm happy with my 276c. It is a good size (screen) that works on the bike as well as the truck. The button layout is compatible with heavy winter riding gloves, and the buttons themselves are big enough that you can feel them through gloves. The screen is bright (adjustable), color, and has...

Better, or faster? If you are just after speed, give a nod to Mark F'in Stevens, pull the hand crank off your box mill and hook your cordless drill to it. Just remember that speed = heat, and heat is bad.

No, there is no height adjustment on them. They are sized to fit a compact truck (IE: Tacoma).

Monthly bump. We still have the rack and kayak.

I've been using a Zassenhaus Turkish mill for a while. They aren't cheap, but it is a high quality piece of gear that will last you a lifetime. It grinds just enough coffee for one good (strong) cup. You can stretch it out and get two cups out of it, but it's a bit weak for me. JMO on that...

If it's that far gone, it's time to sand/paint the whole thing. Sanding isn't about skill, it's about patience -- which is why I only paint small projects (motorcycles, camper shells, etc).

RE: paint Is the clear coat completely gone (IE: down to the base coat), or is it just the final coat that is going away? It may be possible to wet sand & polish that out (I've seen it done to worse . . .). Even if the clear is too thin after sanding -- as long as the base coat isn't...

Something else to consider: Look up the local astronomy club. Ask them when/where their 'meets' are, and see if you can join them. Just explain what you are doing (seeing if your son has enough interest to justify spending $$$ on it). I'm sure they will be more than happy to help you out...

If he doesn't see this thread, send a PM to DaktariEd. He is into that sort of thing . . .

When looking at wheels -- keep in mind that the 16.5" wheels won't hold the bead as well as the 16" (or 17") wheels will. This isn't a problem at normal street pressures, but as you start reducing pressure to smooth out the road, it can become a problem.

When ever we take my Marisa's Jeep Patriot (instead of my truck), we run the fridge off of the jump-start pack. We charge the pack via the cig. lighter (the lighter plug is only hot when the key is on, so we leave it plugged in the whole time). It helps to keep the fridge full (liquid is...

Yea, but every now and then, those that do, give all of us a gift by talking.

This is a really good point. Sliding down the pavement at 50mph will chew through a pair of denim jeans in about a second, and road rash hurts. Spend a bit of $$$ on quality riding gear (plenty of used but serviceable gear out there). Don't be afraid of dropping a couple hundred bucks on a...

Any other (used) vehicle you buy will have the same problems -- so you may as well just fix the one you have. Fix it right, fix it once, be done with it. FYI -- that doesn't mean you have to buy the billion $$ upgrades that folks like Carli are selling -- even the OEM stuff is pretty damn...

. . . or use a constant flow (non-sealing) chuck.

Relief valve? Is the chuck one of the constant flow varieties (air always flows regardless of it being hooked up to a valve stem or not)? If it isn't -- it should be.

Too many people are enamored with the *idea* of an adventure -- but far fewer actually want to find an adventure. Those who are into "adventure travel" can be divided into two distinct groups: Those who set out on a journey seeking an adventure, and those who set out on an journey hoping they...

Shame on them actually getting off their butts and going on a trip instead of toiling their lives away working so that they could afford to buy a 5-ton truck to carry all the spare parts and equipment that people are chiding them for not taking -- along with 10 others that are identically...

Recipe for the best damn turkey ever: Step 1: Buy turkey & a bunch of other stuff. Step 2: Give g/f free reign of the kitchen (AKA: stay the hell out of the way). Step 3: Wait until she tells me it is done. Step 4: Eat. :drool: