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    Critique my solar setup plan?

    When the outside temperature is in the triple digits, it sure would be nice to park up in the shade and place the panels away from the vehicle out in the sun. Consider working a portable solar panel option into your design.
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    Best value in 12V fridges, Indel B vs Dometic

    ^ Duty cycle isn't 100%.
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    Ambulance rear ac/heater delete?

    See what it would cost to repair it, then decide. I vote for keeping it.
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    4 piece vs. 5+ piece "packable" fly rods

    Big fish is what the Grand Teton Tenkara rod was designed for. https://www.tenkararodco.com/products/the-grand-teton-package
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    Water storage solution for family trip?

    For camping I like to use a Dolphin hand pump mounted on water cooler bottles. I've refilled the bottles at campgrounds or exchanged them at Walmart during a food run. https://youtu.be/h5B880YTZW4
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    Hiker trailer style off-road teardrop

    Before you commit, find out if your wife prefers to be standing when she pulls up her knickers.
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    best maps for Garmin

    For my Mainland Mexico trip, I downloaded from iOverlander's web site all the places people have reported to stay at in Mexico. The file can then be imported into Garmin Basecamp to view and use for route planning.
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    FG GVWR and GAWR

    Looks like any data here only goes back to 2005; http://www.mitfuso.com/en-us/owners/literature Looks like Busbee Truck Parts is parting a 2003 FG out. The photos might help. https://www.flickr.com/photos/busbeetruckparts/tags/03MitsFUSOFG4x4091613
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    best maps for Garmin

    ^ I concur. It's sad that so many don't use Garmin's BaseCamp program. Defining a route then exporting it the my GPSmap 62s is so easy.
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    4x4 Sprinter, way to go, or go away?

    The lack of ULSD availablity aside. Your still running a modern CRD engine and everything that's associated with it.
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    ISUZU 6HL1 LOSS POWER.

    Could be a bad day if your putting gasoline into the air intake. Isn't this a diesel engine?
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    Having trouble getting proper insurance for my expedition vehicle. Who do you use?

    Being registered as a motor home isn't the same as being titled as a motor home. The GVWR falling into the commercial category can also be an issue. It's all based on the VIN. Insurance companies run the VIN to see what their going to cover. If the custom built camper on the back is a DIY...
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    4 piece vs. 5+ piece "packable" fly rods

    Tenkara gets my vote. Haven't used my western fly rod since I purchased a rod from TenkaraUSA. YouTube has plenty of videos on Tenkara fishing.
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    Hiking/Backpacking Cookset Recommendations

    Search YouTube and build up your own set. Its fun!
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    Entry level camping trailer

    A Casita may be the perfect unit for you.
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    Selecting a solar panel, brands, and requirements for RVs?

    YouTube should have answers to your questions. Plus product reviews. I prefer a portable set of panels so I can park in the shade.
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    Kayak strap noise question....

    Just add a twist. You'll see truckers doing it too when securing large loads with straps.
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    Full loss of power

    Was there an additional aftermarket fuel filter added? Mitshibishi recommeds not modifying the low pressure side of the fuel system.
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