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I think some have failed to see what I'm getting at, and maybe I'm just being too picky. "Mid-sized" trucks these days are HUGE compared to the older models, I don't need/want(or want to pay for) an extended cab. I have lots of old "restored" junk trust me, I've owned few vehicles newer than...

That thing is so frikken cool! Is it a baby pinz? While absolutely nothing like what I should be buying that would fulfill my need for a little errand runner, and do it with so much cool factor!

2-door Gladiator in base trim (not a 50K+ Rubicon) would do me nicely!

Modern 4X4s are VERY usable, not very small. For sake of argument, name one single SMALL 4X4 on the market in the US that comes close to meeting what I asked about. Wrangler is the closest thing and the new ones(whatever they call themselves these days are freaking huge compared to an 80's...

Thanks for the comments guys. As far as restoring an old truck that's cool till you have to drive with no heat for weeks while you come up with a solution to the little plastic piece that broke and can't be bought anymore. I will wind up probably just buying a fairly new F150 XL if I can find...

Make it street legal and stay near the current price point I'll put a deposit down today. Probably gonna do that but with a 2nd-3rd gen Ranger. Only problem is you still have 20-30yo stuff to deal with. Plastic bits being brittle etc.... I love your Ranger and have read every post, here...

With the recent Wrangler-killer thread about GMC's no-go SUV and the thread about the new Dakota I'm back thinking what I have been thinking for a LONG time. Who else besides me wants a true small truck (not mid-size) that is built well. My dream would be something along the lines of 4cyl(+...

It's like a wet T-shirt contest in a rowdy bar. If you're not willing to take off your top, you're not seriously challenging anything.

If you're talking about an E350/450 then you need go no farther than U-Joint Off Road conversion kit. If you're talking about an MDT there are several options including the hydraulic wheel motors that do not require lifting the truck any, they just kick in when extra traction needed. If...

I agree about OBA being most important to fill tires. Tool-wise it is VERY inefficient. Blowing out filters, inflating an air mattress and the occasional float toy as well as inflating tires will be the extent of my use. Battery operated tools rule! I figured you were kidding around, after...

I'd certainly hate to have non-stock parts on my rig :LOL::cool: ! I have the room to locate a 3-5 gallon tank right at each wheel should I choose to do so. I find it hilarious that so many people feel like they know what I am limited to as far as size of tank. More than likely based on...

You are correct on the ideal gas law but you're missing the forest for the trees, don't be greedy. If it only helps with two tires that's at least a third, maybe even a half cut off refill time. To me that's a big improvement! I'm not building an F700 based Earthroamer sized outfit, I'm...

The PSI is rated on my 450P at 150PSI so if I keep my tank(s) at close to that pressure it will improve the speed of filling that first tire. The compressor can keep going while my fat slow self gets around to the next tire. It's isn't as good as having a 10HP shop compressor with a 100Gal...

There is NEVER enough compressed air storage! But in this case I believe 7 gallons at ~150PSI will be sufficient to speed up the process a great deal. If space permits the tank may actually wind up being two-six gallon tanks, but I have to get under the truck and do some measuring first. I...

You could say I kinda have a grasp on what I need. I'm a factory tech for a compressed air manufacturer. The Viair was a last minute add on to my packing list. V2.0 will be more than sufficient! ;-)

I have to say that I was kinda let down by the performance of my Viair 450P in bringing my 39X12.50R17's back up from 15PSI to 35PSI. I have a 7 gallon air tank and I believe I will be designing a system to utilize that in conjunction with the Viair and see how that performs.

I would have no issues giving it a try. If you have a grille guard already you could always try ratchet strapping a tire in place for an experiment. Maybe even a round piece of plywood or something.

Welcome to the East coast! Crap like this is why I am looking at heading West!

Mo brakes = Better driving! I'm planning on upping to 20's next tire buy but I already have the wheels in the shop so I don't hurt so bad all at once! Sounds like she is due for a true long travel setup soon! Glad y'all had a good weekend!

Another source for HD long drawer slides is hearse outfitters. Yeah, I know kinda creepy but when you consider the weight of a loaded casket you'll realize our stuff is nothing! If you're really lucky you can find a set from one someone is parting out. Love the Durango build! As far as a...