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I completely agree with Ace. I'm running 35" tires on my 80 Series with 2.5" lift, armor - sliders, transfer/tranny skidplate and after market steel bumpers. Occasional scrapes and bangs on the armor with my rear bumper hitting quite often, but that's due to my shocks being 15 yrs old. As Ace...

I just have to say that nobody told me that it was red shirt day. I didn't have one anyway......?

You mean this character sitting by the side of the trail?

Some spotting by our leader in one tough spot in Teapot Canyon on the way to Dollhouse: Phil's 80 Peter's 70 Ace's 4Runner Gary & Peter on Spanish Bottom trail

Yes, my CVT hardshell has been phenomenal. My daughter and I went to an Oregon Duck football game several years ago. She lives in Portland and we drove from there to Eugene and back in driving rain at freeway speed(110 mi one way). Not to mention during the game where I got soaked to my BVDs...

It looks fine. Not super happy with the strength of Prinsu at the hinge end of awning. I can see rack plate flex if pulling down on end of awning arm when opening. I intend to setup pole every time awning is setup. Also, I moved awning from my trailer back to the Land Cruiser for this one trip...

Was able to get my Shadow mounted to the Prinsu on my 80 Series. Had to fab brackets that raised mounting height approx 2" above direct bolting to rack's side plate. This is necessary for awning bag to clear doors. Rear bracket is necessary anyway to allow mounting far enough rearward to allow...

New trailer jack, helpful at home too. Old one was a pain to deal with, even moving trailer around in my driveway. Link if interested.

I experienced a delay with the Kinsmen shower due to delay getting fabric from their source. I was lucky and got in on their announcement deal and saved some $. The shower was supposed to ship early Dec 18 and finally got it just after New Year's. They were responsive when I had inquiries and I...

Well, personally, I understand your concern. But realistically, new ideas would never get off the ground if everyone had this attitude. Often, it's better to not be riding the leading (bleeding) edge. And other times, hesitation will win you an extremely long wait for delivery of a completely...

@rino, Have you had any inquiries about or knowledge if anyone has successfully mounted a Shadow Awning to a Prinsu Roof Rack? I looked on the OK4WD website and the Shadow does not list a Prinsu mount kit. With those hefty 1/4" aluminum side rails, it looks like you could just drill the correct...

I sent a email to Matthew at Kinsmen asking about their choice of velcro over zippers and he mentioned something to me that I was unaware of. The Velcro used on the Kinsmen awnings is mil spec Velcro. As opposed to the cheaper "hook and loop" seen on most products today. And yes, in the...

It is your choice. A good quality hardshell RTT is very durable, low maintenance and yes, can be left on your roof all year. I've had a CVT hardshell for almost 10 yrs now and it has stayed on the roof of my Land Cruiser for most of that time and now resides on my off road trailer, full time. I...

Here's an EP review of the 270* Kinsmen Awning. Here's a quote from the reviewer, who didn't seem concerned about velcro vs zippers. "A nice touch is that the awning fabric is made with a velcro lining, hook and loop, and snaps for future accessories such as walls, room enclosures, and more. I...

I tend to disagree with the opinion of the previous 2 posts. I've had a CVT clamshell, "A tent" or whatever you want to call it since 2012. As far as heat loss, so be it. If you have an adequate mattress and need more heat added or kept inside, then you've got 2 reasons that don't bother me. One...

Best advice, IMHO. I would be more concerned with the zipper on your awning cover than cleaning the top of your awning. Mine is getting some spots from pitch, I think. Whatever chemicals or cleaner that Alu Cab suggests, cleaning the fabric without removing it, is not going to be fun, at all...

The wall kit on my Alu Cab awning employs both velcro and zippers in setting up. I tried a google search "opinion velcro vs zipper on tents" and got no debates, but I got a lot of hits on fixing zippers. No hits on fixing velcro. The velcro on my Alu Cab is used to attach the walls to the...

Decided to go with a tongue box for battery & electronics when I get all parts rounded up. Found one that fits and looks almost like it was made for the trailer.

Yeah, any access to a vehicle would be inconvenient, but I would rather have that "pain" than the "pain" of dealing with aggressive insects. Mosquito netting below the door line is only part of the issue. There is more significant gaps that need addressing such as above the roof line. The gaps...

I know full well, Alu Cab's excuse. You told me in this thread, back in post #600 on page 40, (12-23-17) Maybe you missed it, but in post #619 on page 42, (2-11-18) which you never commented on, I posted a link for a video that shows a Foxwing 270 awning that does have a back wall. Here's the...