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  1. al_burpe

    Will Automakers Get the Market and Make Simple Vehicles Again?

    Here is a link to Toyota Uganda and what they sell in that market. https://www.toyota.co.ug/vehicle/land-cruiser-79-double-cabin-pick-up/. It is still the straight six with no turbo. Guarantee that it doesn't have EGR and DPF emissions controls. You may be correct in that a 3/4 ton Ford or...
  2. al_burpe

    Will Automakers Get the Market and Make Simple Vehicles Again?

    I left in 2015 so I can't speak about any year newer than that, but even the 2015 model ones that we had were the bare bones models with the straight six diesel.
  3. al_burpe

    Will Automakers Get the Market and Make Simple Vehicles Again?

    I can't speak for all of those vehicles, but 70s series LC really are simpler especially the ones they sell in developing markets without safety regulations. When I lived in South Sudan, the NGO I worked for used almost exclusively the 70s series LCs. There wasn't a single one with airbags...
  4. al_burpe

    Ford Expedition advice

    Do you have Commander? The reviews I read said the 3rd row is awful for adults and very hard to access. Also, a quick check on prices in my area show that they go for about the same as a similar year and mileage Expedition. I would consider a newer Durango if I could find one in my price...
  5. al_burpe

    Ford Expedition advice

    Are you saying that either need to go older or newer? Are you opposed to all cars from that time period or just Ford Expeditions? Anyway, it sucks about your wife's Expedition. I can fully relate. My 2007 Frontier has the fuel sensors go out, the cruise control go out, the tire pressure...
  6. al_burpe

    Ford Expedition advice

    I am sure new they can be found cheaper than a Suburban. Unfortunately, I cannot afford neither a new van or nor new suburban. If you know where I can get used 4wd or Awd full size van that is year 2000 or newer with less than 130K miles and that cost less than $10K, I would totally consider it.
  7. al_burpe

    List of essential parts for long haul trips

    My experience living in Africa is that you would be better off saving the money for shipping and putting it towards a local vehicle that there are plenty of. Then you don't have to worry about the stress of not knowing if packed all the right spares or not. It would also alleviate the hassle...
  8. al_burpe

    Ford Expedition advice

    I thought about a full size van. It is probably something we will consider when the kids are older. The biggest drawback for me is the lack of passenger doors on both sides. Trying to get an infant and toddler strapped in seems like a huge chore that I don't want to face anytime we want drive...
  9. al_burpe

    Expedition BC - Our experiences overlanding with kids (and some tips).

    Thank you for the great tips. I saw on the section on your trailer that it is very fast and easy for you to set up. How long does it take you normally to set the whole thing up? Can I ask what you do for your kids sleeping arrangements?
  10. al_burpe

    Ford Expedition advice

    My family is expanding from one kid to two kids in the spring. We frequently have visitors and especially my wife's parents come visit us. Our current vehicles are a Jeep Compass and Nissan Frontier. I would like to sell the Frontier and get a full size SUV with the third row. Then when we...
  11. al_burpe

    I think I am doing this wrong

    I would probably be better off space wise if I had bought a bunch of stuff at Cabela's rather my current gear. I don't think I am over packing as much as a lot of the things we bring camping may not be the most efficient size. For example, we bring the pack and play for our daughter to sleep...
  12. al_burpe

    Stoked about the new Gofast camper

    I am confused on how you get into the bed/sleeping area portion. Do you climb in from the tailgate? I see there are the removable floor panels to access the truck bed from the sleeping area but it doesn't look like you can easily get there outside the truck without crawling through the down...
  13. al_burpe

    2007 Host 270 4x4 Diesel

    https://eastidaho.craigslist.org/rvs/d/2007-host-270-4x4-diesel/6320468616.html This one of a kind Motor Coach from Host is a must for any sportsman. This 4 wheel drive motor coach with 2 slides is perfect for towing your toys. This motor home is on the Ford 550 Chassis with a 6 liter turbo...
  14. al_burpe

    Campervan to Truck camper - anyone done it?

    Here is a van that seems to solve the car seat problem as it appears the rear bed can be made up with out doing anything to the middle row. While it seems like you could leave the bed made up you would probably need to rearrange your gear that would have to be stored on top of the bed...
  15. al_burpe

    Bigger family solutions?

    I think these guys basically built a cargo trailer and have some smaller options as well. It seems to fit your criteria. http://www.3feathersmfg.com/#/basecamp-4/
  16. al_burpe

    Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4x4 Custom-built Camper Motorhome RV - $30000

    https://eastidaho.craigslist.org/rvs/d/mitsubishi-fuso-fg-4x4-custom/6294268161.html Here is an interesting camper. (No connection) This is a unique custom off-road 4x4 vehicle built in 2000. It now has 22,015 miles. A dependable, trouble-free camper for the adventure-bound who want both the...
  17. al_burpe

    I think I am doing this wrong

    Thank you guys all for your great suggestions. Neither my wife and I want to give up on camping with our daughter, but we do want enjoy the experience. If we went a trailer with a RTT route, the tent would be chest hight so not really a problem with lifting her into it. However, since she is...
  18. al_burpe

    I think I am doing this wrong

    My wife and I have and 11 month old daughter with hopefully more kids coming. We have tried be intentional about getting out, and I think we do pretty good on day trips. Overnight camping trips have turned camping into much more of an ordeal than I imagined possible. When I was single, I...
  19. al_burpe

    Expedition trailer without the trailer?

    I think this is something similar to what you are looking for but maybe doesn't fit your dimensions. http://bundutecusa.com/cargo-camping-rigs/bivak/
  20. al_burpe

    Evaporative Coolers/AC for RTT anyone done it?

    Have you thought about doing something like this? https://www.chilitechnology.com/products/chilipad-cube-single-zone-single-split-queen?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=googlepla&variant=30404789315&gclid=CjwKEAjw_6XIBRCisIGIrJeQ93oSJAA2cNtM7EYoFzixw8s0G4bXcDl7U_aDMTFUDr7rWCuj3_-KzRoCPXXw_wcB It says...
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