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Thanks for info on tire size!

Nice rig. What size tires are you thinking about? I’m looking to go larger with my LB.

Head ”down” to the Power Systems forum, plenty of info there. FYI: I use an ArkPak 730 with a 105ah Marine SLA battery, charged by the alternator and solar while in the truck. Dometic offers the PLB 40 which is definitely applicable to your use. You’re only limited by the size of your wallet ??‍♂️

I, also, had big hopes that the new owners could make a go of it. We traded several emails and then...radio silence. Big bummer! I just noticed that Lifetime/Workmate canopies now offer a cabover option on their units. A small cabover would allow for storage of lightweight gear such as bedding...

Thanks for the trip report!

I use both boxes also, agree with RBills re: size. But I prefer the Cub Packs for the easier to operate lid latches. Plastic or metal, it seems I’m always beating my fingers up trying to unlatch the Wolf Packs. YMMV. Of note, I also use and recommend the soft-sided flat packs from Front Runner...

You had me at Carlo Rossi...good read! ?

Thanks for the detailed reply. We share some of the same concerns and considerations. I’m always on the lookout for a good used Callen but as you know...unobtanium. ? I’ll continue to look at Lifetime/Workmate.

Thanks for the response!

Following your build...nice job! Quick question re: interior electrical panel. What material are you using for the backing plate? Thanks in advance.

THIS: I don’t have all the inserts and just set a fry pan directly on the grate. Heavy duty foil is your friend, but as CSG mentioned earlier, the size of it is problematic. I use a JetBoil for heating water.

Add to that breakover angle when offroad. That being said, you’ll never regret the extra space.

Great write-up and observations about Baja are right on...thanks! Is that a Callen camper on your truck?

Very impressive! Like you, I want my system to truly be portable. I use my truck (USA pickup truck, 8’ enclosed bed gas guzzler) as a truck, so my camping setup in the back is comfortable, but completely removable. I have a Utah desert trip with friends scheduled in June (C-19 tentative) and...

I have a 10-year+ HardWear soft shell with a pit zip that delaminated. I was concerned that the lifetime guarantee wouldn’t be honored since they were bought out by Columbia. Dropped them an email, shipped them the jacket, and they repaired/returned it quickly, no cost. Still a good company! ?

Very interested in hearing about your experience with the PLB-40. I have resisted the urge to install a dual battery setup in the truck and currently use an ArkPak 730 with 105ah marine battery. Calling it a portable system is fine until I pop a hernia moving it in and out of the truck. ???

I’ve driven clutch/cone LSDs with mixed results. Check out Detroit Truetrac, a gear driven unit.

67cj5: you make a good point and indeed, when I used a single bin fridge, I had to load items (and rearrange items as they were depleted) with different temp requirements in mind. But I was never completely satisfied or successful with that method. You are correct that there are certainly...

Re: temp differentials based on proximity to side walls. I borrowed a method used in RV absorption fridges. I have a small battery powered fan that gently circulates air inside the fridge side (I have the 75 DZW). Definitely helps keep consistent temps. The fan is powered by 2 “D” batteries but...

265/75-16s are widely available in all types and ratings; that‘s a plus if you need to find one in an emergency. I run them on my 2500HD...stock size was 245/75-16.