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A new Subaru will give you new Subaru problems. The 2007 FJ Cruiser I had for 5 years was the most trouble-free vehicle I've ever owned, after a 1987 Chevy V-10.

I think the nag timer is based on the installation date. Did you install Gaia on all these devices on the same date? Also, go to https://www.gaiagps.com/user/subscriptions/ and see if your subscription has expired.

I've needed a spare tire twice. Once was in my wife's car 5 minutes from home. The other was an hour into the woods with no cell service. The latter made me question whether or not I needed two spares.

You need an assortment. My most-used kit is a set of bottomless sockets from GearWrench. A good set of metric ratchet wrenches. A big breaker bar, a couple good pry bars, and some Vise Grips. And my new favorite, a set of LONG box end wrenches.

If you're staying with Ford, it seems like it might be wise to avoid a repeat performance.

Rust from aluminum poles? ;)

I would consider a way to add some protection for the front-facing actuators for the pop top. Low hanging tree branches getting tangled in them could make for a lot of work.

I wound up with this plate years ago when Photobucket decided to make hosting photos more expensive than having your own website, and finding a 7-letter domain that's still available is practically unheard of. This is where the plate lives now.

It's a a massive leap from bicycle to motorcycle. Where's the data for scooters?

After years of trying various implements, now I bring just a 4 lb hammer and a diamond wedge. It's about $25 for the pair. For firewood on the trail, this has proven the perfect compact combo. https://www.harborfreight.com/4-lb-drilling-hammer-98258.html...

I'm seriously considering a Ram 2500 for my next build as well. Few trails I've been on in my area have really required a vehicle smaller than full-size. Being able to tow generally whatever would be awesome. Having plenty of payload capacity for an Alucab/Four Wheel Camper might make a...

I've replied already, but now I'm thinking of the actual strange circumstances I've met. In 2018, after leaving my Dad's funeral, a friend and I pulled into a spot we'd stayed at previously and were setting up in the dark. My FJ had nearly 360° of light and I had them all on while we were...

I own a firearm. I take one with me when off-grid. Sometimes it's carried. Sometimes not. I have never needed to use it, or even think of it. I have plenty of tools fitting that description. I also carry a first aid kit I've never needed, but most everyone admits it's good to have one of...

Your link is borked. https://yankum.com/collections/shackles/products/7-16-x-20-double-loop-soft-shackle-wll-7800-lbs

Rooftop tents are expensive, and not something needed by most people. When they discover this after a few nights, the amount of money spent only to end in disappointment really fuels their anger. I've had mine for 6 years and still use it every chance I get. I have about 150 nights in it now.

After more than 20 years of enjoying the hobby, prior to the current name, I find my interest in what others are doing with their vehicles has basically evaporated. The exceptions to that are older vehicles (typically pre-90s) that are still dependable or rare/unusual builds. When I was...

This thread is a 1000arms post generator.

They look cool, and I love the parts well, but the generator design is awful. A standard Coleman lantern generator is field serviceable.

Keens are about the widest I've found. That's all I've worn for the last 6 years or so.

Why do you think you need to wear a seatbelt? A crash isn't all that bad as the news makes it out to be. I travel year round and I'm not anti-seat belt but I have no interest in navigating the laws of where I'm going every time I cross a state line. I rarely feel unsafe. If I do I drive...