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! H It went really well! Thank you for asking :) I had him service both differentials, transfer case and transmission, as well as look over the whole vehicle. He kept saying that I had a great truck, and had made a good purchase, which is great by me! Haha The only thing needing fixed is...

Do you like your RC lift? I've heard different things about their quality, and I'm curious your thoughts on this new version!

This brand makes a 1" body lift, I know you said you were looking for one. Maxx Suspension Link

What's the purpose of using the Maxx torsion keys instead of the stock ones and cranking them an inch? (I think they naturally can go +2") Does cranking the torsion keys just give better attack angle? What else does it do if the back lift stays the same?

For a new trans cooler, I'm thinking of replacing the existing with this, Amazon Link. I like your recommendations. B/c of recent unexpected tire damage from Arizona lava rock I'm about to pull the trigger on a set of 285/75R16 Milestar Patagonia X/T's. There are a ton of positive reviews of...

Are you suggesting installing an aftermarket trans cooler so I have two? Or replace the original with a bigger one? Are there any you'd recommend? Thank you!

Thank you again for all your help! I actually appreciate the GVWR concern. I think that's very important, and a good thing because it will force me to be creative and stay light vs going crazy and overdesigning/engineering something I don't actually need. With your help I'm actually getting...

Wow, thank you for such a thoughtful response and kind words! I definitely agree with what youre saying about stock capability, I accidentally took the truck down a jeep trail in the Sierra's and made it really far before being forced to turn around, I was very happy and surprised with the...

Hi! I'm looking at doing a full renovation of the suspension/drivetrain of my truck and hoping to achieve a 2-4" lift depending on the route taken and eventually install 35" tires with potentially different gearing(?) for overlanding. What would you do if this was your truck, and in what...

I've never heard of journeyman mechanics! But those are all great tips, thank you! I need to find a place that does oil changes and full inspections like yours!

That all makes sense! Thank you for the encouragement to go forward with the project! I agree that once things like this lose their fun you've lost the point. I like the simplicity and true functionality of your build, how you were so quick to use things you found at a deal, like the tyvek. I...

Thank you for the encouragement! I wasn't sure how many of these trucks/parts were available world wide, but it makes total sense they were so popular. Since my truck is basically stock, do you have any words of advice for things I should upgrade/harden? I want to do a leaf spring/ full...

Thank you, I think you make a good point and I'll do more research, I will definitely consider it, and keep my eyes open for a good deal if it pops up :)

Thats an interesting proposition! What year/model/make would you recommend? I'm open to anything, as long as it's capable and reliable long term (like the truck I have now could go for 300k miles) Thank you!

That's also true, we're on a budget so keeping those things in mind is important

That is very insightful information! So unfortunately it looks like my 8" lift is out of the question... ;) Haha I'll definitely take this all into consideration, thank you! Some more research will need to be done on the places we'd like to visit if we go overseas. Now I'm curious what is a...

I looked at your whole build thread! Well done sir! Very inspiring, and it definitely gave me confidence :) Why did you go with thin wall steel over aluminum? I'm trying to weigh the pros and cons :) And did you make any changes to your suspension? I'm trying to find a good brand that...

Well that's good to hear! Thanks again DiploStrat :)

Thank you Diplo! I appreciate your thoughtful answer! I'm new to this overland lingo, what is "DEF"? You mentioned I didn't need it

Bump! :)