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    How can a 4 flat wire vehicle tow a 7 blade trailer?

    that device the prior poster referenced from Amazon is exactly what you need. It's not a permanent mod. It's just an adapter.
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    weatherproof outlet for 8 ~ 10 AWG

    1. There's this amazing invention that solves the "problem" you identify. It's called, wait for it... a fuse! Perhaps you are familiar with such a device? Yes, a 40 or 60 amp maxi fuse will solve this "problem." Also, on the male end, just get a 30amp female end and use it as a cap. 2...
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    weatherproof outlet for 8 ~ 10 AWG

    I used one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Mighty-Cord-A10-3025E-RV-Extension/dp/B00ON26OH4/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1501648216&sr=8-6&keywords=30amp+rv+extension+cord I cut that cable in half. One side is connected to the car battery, the other side to the trailer battery. There are three 10...
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    Market for $80k complete truck and camper - mini earthroamer?

    I had a 4wd Tiger RV on a Ford SD chassis, with 285/75/16 tires. In my opinion, the 4wd was only marginally needed because you're not realistically likely to get into situations that require 4wd with a vehicle of that size and more importantly, height. The height was always causing it to...
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    3000lb everyday towing? Tacoma

    I wouldn't hesitate to tow 3000lb with a 4.0 Tacoma every day. The 4.0 tows much better than the 3.4, even the 3.4 supercharged. That being said, the 4.7 on a 1st gen Tundra tows a bit better than the 4.0 on a Tacoma. It's not night/day difference, more like 15% better. I've had all of these...
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    Chevy Express - Stealth Camper - SOLD

    in the pic, 4th from the bottom, is the bed flipped down? If so, do you have a pic of the bed flipped up?
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    How long to idle truck to charge battery?

    my experience with a Tacoma is that the alternator certainly is powerful enough in theory for ANY of these cars, including a small 4 cylinder Civic/Corolla. Remember, the amount of energy that you put into the new battery is watt=amp x voltage. The limitation of your alternator, i.e., amps, is...
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    FZJ80 + 18ft Sunradrer

    I think one of your fundamental problems is that you have a short wheel base vehicle, that is has quite a bit of ground clearance, and carrying lots of weight up high. I would try firmer valved shocks, harder springs, and heavier duty tires. When I went from load range C tires to E tires, the...
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    Outback Proven Expedition-Ready 2012 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab

    nice truck. But that's not a long bed. That has the 5' bed, just like mine.
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    Tire Chains for Generation 1 Tundra?

    New rims with sufficient offset, or I guess you can use spacers too. The latter are tough on your studs so I wouldn't do any jumping, etc.
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    Tire Chains for Generation 1 Tundra?

    snow is one thing. But in ice, it doesn't matter what tire you have, the cheapest cable on bald tires will still be better than your bare tires.
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    New Northstar TC650 and 2013 Toyota Tundra

    just out of curiosity, but would you feel comfortable putting the non-pop, full-wall version of the TC650 on the Tundra?
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    Why the Toyota Land Cruiser is so expensive

    it's expensive because it is the flagship Toyota vehicle. It's the same reason, albeit to a different degree, that the Limited trim on all Toyota models cost so much more than the LE trim. Does anyone really think the Limited cost that much more to build than the LE? Because of the heated...
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    Reports of Scepter 'civilian' 5gal gas cans at Costco for $15

    I have the Canadian/international version of this can (has the non-Carb nozzle, and a rear vent hole), and it's great. Doesn't leak, and seems well constructed, especially for the bargain price.
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    Reasonably easy way of adding a deep cycle battery to a Series 100 LX470?

    She is talking nonsense. The reality is that your alternator is usually not putting out that many amps to charge your battery because it only needs to top it off, e.g. 5-10 amps. Even if you were to discharge your battery very deeply, the alternator still does not charge the battery all that...
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    Looking to buy a Dual Sport to use on a hitch mount for the Airstream

    XR is a pain to kickbstart. DRZ is reliable and an updated version of the XR. I now have a KLX 250 and it has 75% of the power and weight of the DRZ. Great for tighter trails.
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    Zodi instant hot shower propane powered

    sorry guys, sold to the first local buyer. Picked it up tonight. Thanks for your interest.
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    Zodi instant hot shower propane powered

    Zodi instant hot shower http://www.amazon.com/ZODI-Outback-Gear-Travel-Shower/dp/B000X4IAMS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1400136121&sr=8-1&keywords=zodi+hot+shower Runs off the little Coleman propane bottle Very low usage, maybe used 4 times at most, then has been in storage for a few years. Pump is...
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    Aux fuel tank install in an 04 Tacoma - custom

    The best way is to plumb a return line from the stock fill line back into your aux tank. Make sure to plumb into the stock fill line in an area higher than where you T into it to fill it. That way, if you forget to turn the pump off, all it does is recirculate the overflow gas from the stock...
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    TRD Sport vs. Off-Road (2012+) – NOT THE SAME OL’ QUESTION....exactly

    Unless you plan on offroading to the point where you often lift tires going up steep and long hills, the locker really isn't that necessary or useful. The typical "expedition level" offroading can be handled sufficiently with 4wd and good tires. I needed a locker on my old truck, which was...
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