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I mostly posted this here to stir the pot. This thread is a microcosm of what expo has become - a little love, some uneducated comments, some misinformation, some serious hate, some practicality and a lot of talk about methodology/personalities/etc rather than the original post. This was...

Hmmm...I sense a 'penis-off' coming...replete with mud pits, narrow trails, off-camber rock ledges and the requisite articulation ramp :) Sent from my MB860 using Tapatalk 2

Not sure about the MyTopo, but their older software allowed you to manually copy the TPO-DATA folder from the disc to your hard drive. I'd agree...totally lame if you have to keep disc in the drive Sent from my MB860 using Tapatalk 2

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Yes, you are totally correct. I think a lot of the full kits have that built into them. I use the 'don't leave your lights on' capacitive cranial neuroreactor to make sure that doesn't happen to me :)

Yes...and really you only have to hook up the POS since NEG is already hooked up. When you turn over the key, it will engage the solenoid creating a circuit through the solenoid, but it can't handle the current draw of a starter (measured in hundreds of amps for a few seconds). By hooking up...

Good point. Technically it is still 'isolated' from the starting battery, and so isn't affecting your starting ability, but it doesn't have the flexibility that many kits (that cost more) have - being able to switch around as you indicated. Adding those abilities would add significant cost...

How to add 60W Solar for Under $125 Adding solar is fun and easy...first step, make sure you live somewhere other than THESE PLACES Step #7 - Get a solar panel ($80) I prefer to just use some tin foil and spare speaker wire, but if you want a real solar panel, you can't go wrong with...

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If you liked the Michelob, I would start with lagers - they are the 'softest' beer, fairly light flavor, with little aftertaste. Ales start to run stronger than the lagers. Going with a lighter ale, like maybe a Blue Moon with an orange, would work. I spent a long time drinking amber ales...

So there are a lot of kits you can buy to have truly isolated dual-battery setups. Those are VERY NICE kits. They are also very expensive. I try and replicate those kits without spending as much money, while still having a similar level of quality and/or reliability. There are constantly...

Looks like they use Google for their map source (would be great if it was selectable). I checked and while it links with social networks, and stores the data on Columbia's servers, posts and GPS data is private unless you choose to share. Will be heading out in a trail run/hike this weekend...

Looks promising... http://www.columbia.com/Explore-Blog-Post/Explore_BlogPost,default,pg.html?bpid=1c7e1c06-627f-4420-99f0-fce74be418d6

Certainly the addition of other onboard sensors helps supplement the main GPS unit. I can't speak to anyone else's experience but my own, and that's been the Montana is less likely to lose a signal in extreme terrain/tough conditions. Obviously, for most people this isn't an issue :) I've...

I've solved the power and portability issues, and I'm sure you can tell by the picture, my beer labels are in place and didn't prevent me from drinking them :)

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Don't forget that inverter has a 1,600W peak capacity... you hit that (or even much over your 800W) for any length of time and you will pop your 70A fuse. You indicated you aren't planning on running full load, but it can't hurt to be ready for the future. 4GA with a 100A fuse would treat you...

I can't speak to the software comparisons between Nuvi and Navigon since I haven't used Nuvi, but the Navigon software rocks pretty good! As for accuracy, it's a common perception that the iPad/iPhone has 'the same' accuracy as a standalone GPS...and while for 80% of navigation, this is true...

No doubt! We seem to have beat them down for now, lot's of good Expo 3's on the forum, hard to argue with it as a good base platform when it's set up right. Maybe we should get our own forums now?? :sombrero:

I have a Magma charcoal stove I've used for years with no issues. In the boating industry, they are one of the 'it' companies, and they have (what I believe) is a well-deserved reputation for quality. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend any of their gear for overland use.