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  1. chris_the_wrench

    Northstar Truck Campers

    Where on the West Coast can I step into one of your flatbed campers? -Chris
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    My 2 trailers build

    I'm having a hard time figuring out what the photo of the drill is showing. I assume your drilling a hole for the airbags, but I'm abit confused by the jigging that appears to be attached. I really like this build! I have plans for a similar version but specifically to carry tools. I'm very...
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    Lets see some full size pictures...

    Looks like a Tiregate VT. -Chris
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    Your favorite bike widget of 2011

    Gotta be my Enve carbon bars. I finally replaced my old 25.4 carbon eastons with some 31.8 wide bars on my favorite mountain bike. I've had several oversized bars on other mtbs and road bikes for a long time, but never got around to changing these over till now. -Chris
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    Turner Burner Size Large

    I love fsr bikes! Nice ride. -Chris
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    Roll down metal blinds

    I meant thanks Joaquin. I can't figure out how to edit posts with the iphone app. -Chris
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    Roll down metal blinds

    Here is the company that makes that trailer, and yes I'm planning a similar idea. Thanks for the link Steve! -Chris http://schuttindustries.com/PRODUCTS/MilitaryTrailersandShelters/LightTacticalTrailer/LTTC22/tabid/84/Default.aspx
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    Roll down metal blinds

    I'm working on a trailer project and I'm in search of some roll down security blinds. But I can't really find any that will work for my needs, and I'm not sure what they are even called. So does anyone know where I can source the retractable covers like those shown in the photo, and does...
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    Building 04 ram 2500 into expo rig. need thoughts/advice

    Check out thuren fabrication. I'm running his 3" coils, bilstein 5160s, carli trackbar, homemade swaybar end links, bilstein steering dampener & a bd diesel steering box brace. I wanted thurens king shocks, but couldn't swing it $$ wise. My 2006 2500 drives SO MUCH better. I also have the kore...
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    Radiant floor heating

    I was thinking it might have been his build, but I wasn't sure. -Chris
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    Radiant floor heating

    I remember seeing a custom camper build, or perhaps multiples, that utilized radiant floor heating, but I can't seem to find them. Can someone please refresh my mind and direct me? Thanks -Chris
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    Fixed

    I rode fixed mtb for a bit, and found I was clipping my toes to frequently on rocks and bunny hopping, or similar moves, are quite challenging on the variety of terrains you are exposed to on mtb trails. But give it a whirl, it was a challenge and made frequently rode trails seem like new...
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    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Very sad to hear, but your new build is sounding very nice. I'll be curious to see what mods you made on your last camper will be integrated into the new one, and what won't. -Chris
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    2 (two) H2 Wheels

    Are these the standard h2 wheels, the 8 bolt x 6.5 that is easily modified to fit 3/4 ton dodges? Does the rubber come with them? Thanks -Chris
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    Four Wheel Camper Flatbed Conversion

    This has been an awesome project to follow! I have been planning my own flatbed based camper for about two years. Do you think the wider footprint will be significantlly affected by frame twist? I hope that question was clear. Thanks -Chris
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    Alaska: Winter Wonderland

    Prior to my trip up into BC/Yukon/Alaska last winter, I read and read about how people are constantly surprised by the sheer scale and size of the wilderness. I thought I was mentally prepared, nope. It is truly an incredible place, my definition of wilderness has been forever changed. Great...
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    The Daily Bike

    I really like the fargos. I am abit surprised they went with mechanical discs vs hydro, but that debate continues. Every bikeshop and probably even wallyworld Carries brake cables. -chris
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    The ExPo Mountain Bike Photo Thread

    Are those the Surly bars? How do you like them for offroad technical riding? -Chris
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    My new custom ATC flatbed camper

    How long is the camper/flatbed? 6' This camper is awesome! I stopped by 4 wheel campers last week, and spoke with them about building something like this. The guy I spoke with wasn't ale to offer any solid answers. Maybe I should check w/ ATC... Thanks -Chris
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    Trek Belleville

    The shop I work at, has both the Mens and WSD Bellevilles They are cool! I do worry about some of the proprietary items. Sometimes customers have a hard time understanding 5 years down the road that we can't get that exact color matched rack, fenders, chainguard, etc. But, I do really like it...
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