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    Guinevere - our $800 Dodge Ram Expedition Rig

    My '96 4x4 with the 5.9l had 302k miles on it when I sold it to my mechanic's son. He's still out thrashing it in the desert. Treat it right and it will last! The pic in my sig was taken on the Steen's Mountain Rd. in Oregon.
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    Harbor Freight Jack Stands Recalled for Risk of Collapsing

    I agree that a robust QC protocol of suppliers (both domestic and foreign) and penalties for retailers that knowingly sell dangerous/defective products would be best practice. Considering the context of this thread it’s apparent to me that HF conducted due diligence in the matter and I‘m more...
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    WTB: Replacement Pole End Kit (x2) for Rhino Rack Batwing

    Check out 4Wheel Parts. They show in stock.
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    K5 Camper. My offroad home away from home.

    This: “Say what you will about keeping an original truck original if they are useless to drive when you want to what's the point?” ?
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    2006 Dodge Mega cab camper home build (with Pictures)

    Nicely done, sir. I’ve always thought that a simple canopy on top of a service body would make a decent camping rig. You’ve really expanded on that with your custom work. ?
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    Harbor Freight Jack Stands Recalled for Risk of Collapsing

    They’re going to take back ANY of the 3-ton and 6-ton stands if you’re feeling nervous about them, regardless of serial numbers. My 6-tons were not originally recalled but I’m going to check my serial numbers again and ponder my next step. Kudos to the owner for acting so quickly.
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    Warn Trans4mer on Silverado 2500HD or any other

    I have noticed no difference in temps with the Warn. I may change out the trans cooler anyway; it’s pitifully small.
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    Lets see some full size pictures...

    BWT: ‘02 in Metallic Indigo Blue, same configuration. I run 265/75, essentially same height tire. Still waiting on synthetic line after winch rebuild.
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    K5 Camper. My offroad home away from home.

    Whoa! Epic for sure. Sorry I missed the fun...
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    How much extra fuel do you take?

    It really depends on the length of your trip or individual legs of your trip. In my neck of the woods I can almost always have access to services within 50 miles. For my thirsty Chevy V-8 I figure 5 or 6 mpg (half its usual asphalt consumption) and then divide that into the anticipated distance...
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    Rhino-Rack BatWing Review/Write Up

    I replaced two of the four hinges at home and it took just several minutes. I suspect it wouldn’t take much longer in the field. It took longer for three of us to untangle the origami mess caused by a sudden Mojave dust devil.
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    K5 Camper. My offroad home away from home.

    How did the canvas hold up? Was it tight enough not to flap in the wind. I hear it can get windy in Utah. ?
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    Commercial aluminum truck canopies: ARE vs Leer

    I wish I had gone with aluminum over fiberglass. I’m un-impressed enough with my Leer that I’d go right towards the ARE. Actually, I’d also check out an aluminum Snugtop, my fiberglass unit from them was excellent. Both Snugtop and Leer now owned by the same parent Corp but I don’t see much...
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    New 270 Awning available.

    After snapping 2 of the 4 Delrin hinges on my RR Batwing‘s maiden voyage I’d say the $350 price delta is manageable. True, it was a freak desert dust devil, but very discouraging. Full disclosure: it was a simple fix that could be managed in the field.
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    What are the top 5 essentials to bring backcountry car camping?

    ”Car” camping? See Techno Guy for a complete list. :cool:
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    Warn Trans4mer on Silverado 2500HD or any other

    I have an ‘02 2500 HD with the Transformer. So far so good, but haven’t done any serious pulls with it yet. The grill guard/winch mount went on with no issues...can’t say the same for the light bar. Poorly designed and sloppily manufactured. Price wise, be sure to shop around. The grill...
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    Alternatives to the Front Runner Flat pack?

    I use and like the FR flat packs. I have not seen anything similar available here but if I recall correctly, Paul Marsh recommended something similar in an ASPW video. They appeared to be heavy duty vinyl with multiple fold over top flaps making them dust “proof”. Also fit inside drawers...
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