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I've had the OME and the Donahoe setup. I prefer the coil overs for baja type driving over long distances because they don't heat up and fade. If shock fade is not a concern or something that you notice I would certainly go with the heavy coiled OME. If you do get adjustable coil overs you can...

Its not much more expensive than a steel one actually, plus you can securely mount it and not have to undo it to check the level. Winner!

I've seen this done by friends grandma! Her name is Marcella Sharbono. Baffled to this day how she could pop apples open effortlessly as we strong men just made messes!

5lb's is probably not enough and 20lbs is too much. There is the 10 or 11lb option that is just right :) I have the tall skinny 11lb tank that is straight walled so it packs well without wasting space. The extra volume over the 5lbs is worth it in case you want to camp longer or use a heater...

Very true, plus it wouldn't wrap underneath a chair with the X brace in back.

You could use a small piece of metal rod bent into a [ shape and push into the ground to grab the lower handle.

Yes I am! And I'm really glad to meet people that actually do this stuff :ylsmoke: Can't wait for some trips!

Pfff, as if Jan would know anything :D

Wood, even dense wood is going to reduce condensation compared to metal. Those with metal liners might consider rhino lining to help insulate the warm moist air from the cold metal. I suspect that some of these issues are from propane heaters emitting a huge amount of moister into the air...

If it has cheap vs high quality oil and air filters, could help determine if the previous owner really understood maintenance or not.

Maybe you can determine which was driven and maintained by the more mechanically adept driver? Look at tire wear from alignment issues, quality of filters and oil used, pedal wear etc. A good thrashing of each will help determine things :smiley_drive: Does either have maintenance records?

Has either one been modified, kidized, or molested in any way?

I totally agree, in the few times I've had to use an extinguisher I was amazed out how little there was left - if anything when I finished. If you were the first on scene to a car wreck that was already ablaze it would take some serious horsepower to put that baby out. Go big

Those guys would have been arrested for that in a "free country" LOL!

Exactly, even in a desolate field with no trees or rocks he could have lifted and tossed his spare tire in the hole. Barring a new life as a beach bum, Maxtrax would be so far down the list it wouldn't even hit paper.

I am so excited that the popularity of overlanding is increasing:victory: I remember my dad telling me stories of all the places he used to travel in Montana before the massive closings took place. I could tell it saddened him that I would never be able to experience the adventures he had...

I don't think so, If you want to keep the little guys out you have to spray the screen with repellent or modify the screen with an additional layer. The stock screen is super strong and long lasting (but not fire proof!) plus its very breathable. Going to a finer woven screen would make it...

Many people such as race car drivers can tell by the seat of their pants exactly what each shock is doing. Its kind of like being in tune with each muscle of your body. Motorcycle riders get very good at this also because they are constantly adjusting their shocks and feeling the different...

There is a pretty good discussion going on about chains and airing down here: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36394 Make sure you always have warm water proof clothing including boots and gloves, a shovel, hi-lift, axe, food, and fire starter!! There is no perfect winter...

Wow, thanks!