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  1. GHI

    Anyone use their van as their primary commuter?

    That's awesome, but we lack lane splitting privileges here in Michigan.
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    12 Volt On-Board Air Compressors What's Out There?

    I picked up that Viair 400P a few weeks ago based in part on Robert Bills recommendation to someone in a different thread. I grew tired of my other two compressors blowing fuses and waiting for them to cycle back up after over heating. I despised plugging into the cigarette lighter because the...
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    How Do You Carry Your Bicycles? Pics Please

    I didn't see Northshoreracks listed here yet so I'll throw that out there just in case you haven't considered or heard of them. I have their NS-4 or something close to that which stores 4 bikes in a vertical fashion. I normally use it on a 2011 Chevy Express 3500. Last season I carried a...
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    my worst land cruiser adventure:

    I was thinking the same thing and that would just be cruel. Until then I'll go with his internet connection is 200 miles away up hill both ways and he has to drive the vehicle in question there. So it takes a while.
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    Interior build costs...

    I went through a similar scenario a few years back and here is how I looked at it. I did not have the skills, patience, tools etc. to get the desired outcome in a build project. I did, however, have the availability to work as much overtime as needed to be able to pay someone else to do it...
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    Two Bob's Ohio to Prudhoe 2016 - Ram/Hawk, Husky, and Wing.

    It is very inspiring to see this trip being done from your starting position. I might tackle it next summer departing from the Detroit metro area. I don't think I can do 50 hours of windshield time to cover those big miles though. Great pics. Did you pick that time frame for ideal...
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    What's your go to blanket for camping?

    Another poncho liner fan here. I sleep hot so I'm not sure if this is the warmest thing in the bunch, but it's definitely my go to blanket. Maybe a bit small for larger folks though.
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    Renogy 100 watt solar suitcase kit

    Haven't bought it yet, but not surprised for the wait. It seems every time I look for a solar set up this suitcase case kit comes up, great reviews to boot.
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    10' x 10' Free-Standing Canopy : 18" Round Stakes or Weighted Bags to secure?

    Grab yourself a few empty 1 gallon milk jugs if you have the room to bring them along. Fill them up with water, tie up to the 4 corners and let them hang. I've seen it done numerous times here in Michigan. Now with that being said, it should be noted it's almost hard to camp here without...
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    Do you remove your awning for daily vehicle use?

    I have a camper van that has turned into my daily driver. We take it everywhere because of the convenience of having a small apartment with us. Our awning stays attached all year and we use it all year. It just feels like it adds more square footage to whatever it is we're doing. Yes, we do...
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    Please educate me on smokers

    Great info Frank, thanks.
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    Please educate me on smokers

    Well you prompted me to check it out and based on the reviews I've seen so far I'm sold on it. It appears people are taking issue with a Bluetooth remote not having a great range, but i can pretty much guarantee I wouldn't use that feature anyway. I have been interested in a good smoker for...
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    Sandals aka flip flops

    Yet another Rainbow fan here. I wear mine until the snow reaches the top of the sole. They are my daily go-to footwear. I wash the car in them, bbq, work on ATV's and have even been known to hike in them with a loaded pack. On another note, I bought a pair of Chaco sandals last year because...
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    Express AWD bodylift/tire/shocks recomendations

    I haven't been there or done that yet I have a Chevy Express 3500 and have been looking into Boulder Off Road in Colorado. If you haven't already checked them out it I would recommend taking a peek at what they have to offer. I'm just trying to figure out if I'm taking a road trip from...
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    New KLR and new to off-road riding. Tips?

    I concur with the throttle being your friend. Unfortunately, I could not grasp that concept when riding my previously owned KLR in the sand. I never could keep that thing upright. That was many years ago and I chalked it up to being inexperienced in riding off road and probably too short for...
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    Haven't backpacked since the mid 70's.

    Ah, good call. Thanks for the reminder on that fella.
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    Fjallraven sizing...

    Check out Nordstroms website for free shipping and free return shipping. They have a limited selection of Fjallraven though. My wife just went through the process of returning 3 pairs of boots to get the fit right. They email you a shipping label and you send the product back. It was really...
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    Danner Mountain Light II - An on-going review

    I previously posted in your thread it was a toss up between Zamberlan and the Danner Mountain Light II. Well, after months of deliberation the Danners arrived yesterday. Now I have to shop for some boot oil and those fancy blue laces.
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    Roadtrek to 4wd--another option

    I'm familiar with the whole low clearance issue as I basically have the same vehicle, a 2011 Pleasureway. I've been dragging my feet on getting out to Colorado because I want to do it right the first time and can't decide if I just want a few inches or the whole 4x4 system. Also, it's a 20...
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    Roadtrek to 4wd--another option

    I'm not sure how long you've had the conversion, but looking back would you do anything different? For instance, I see B.O.R has a 4 inch lift available. Did you entertain that or were you set on the 6 inch from the get go? Have you towed anything yet or do you plan on it?
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