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Saw one of these on the road finally yesterday. Up to this point I had only seen them inside REI or on display at the Yakima booths at trade shows. The mounting system definitely adds a noticeable amount of height. Was a bit odd looking IMO. Any gains that might have been made by having a...

Don't drink coffee, nor would I put it in the console. :) haha. Still a good word of caution for my alternative choices of caffeinated beverages.

That's because your solid axle truck is a Dodge. :D joking......sort of. I won't really argue that IFS is a more car like feel on the road. That's true but I also agree with Lumpskie, on pavement there really isn't that noticeable a difference in ride or handling between in the 100 and the 80...

Been scratching my head about where/how to mount my new HAM radio. My radio does not have a detachable face which makes installation a bit more difficult when trying to keep it discrete and not completely exposed and in the way. . Couldn't use the stereo location since I have a double din unit...

For me at least it's not about a "cultish" type loyalty to the 80 series. I said before, the 4Runner is a fine vehicle. I like them a lot and have even shopped for one. The Tacoma and Tundra are excellent vehicles as well. I have owned a Tacoma, and I drive a Tundra as a chase vehicle for...

The good news is that the trannys in these trucks are incredibly reliable. I can count on one hand the number of blown 80 Series transmissions I've ever heard of.

Rust can scare a lot of people away from FJ40's, with good reason. It can be a lot of work to get rid of it. However, if you're not looking for a concourse level restoration, a tub reskin is not a terrible job to get rid of the rust. Most of the tub is straight panel with the exception of the...

Here's some specifics off the top of my head for the 1968 (assuming it is stock). It will have the early F motor. Later model ('75+) 2F conversions are common as well as lots of small black chevy conversions It will have drum brakes on both axles. These are notoriously bad at stopping unless...

Yep, but who (at least on this board) is going to leave it 100% stock as purchased. Without blinking an eye you're into a 4Runner over $50k without doing anything beyond maybe suspension and tire upgrade. . Regardless I think the point that was intended was that the 80 series at ~$50k in the...

Again, thanks for the response. What are the Chinese best known for beside Kung Pao Chicken? Making convincing knock offs. There are dozens of factories in China making tents and there is definitely all kinds of copying going on. Fact still remains, the Smittybuilt is not the same as the...

BTW, laneyloose I follow your Instagram page. Love the truck.

Thanks for responding. First off....I can tell you with 100% certainty that the Smittybuilt is NOT the same tent as the Tepui, even though it may look like it. ;) . Next, any chance you can post a photo of your ladders (old and new)? Just curious if the bad ladder was the old design. . It's...

Sorry you've been frustrated with the tent. Where was your tent purchased? Did you purchase it new or used? . Have you tried contacting anyone at Tepui about anything other than the ladder bolts that they replaced? . The bent hinges and tracks is highly unusual and the only time I've seen...

I don't think it's turned into a disaster either. It hasn't even turned into a "which model is better" thread. Just discussing actual pros and cons of both. There are a few participating that have quite a bit of time in both and have valid view points. And, just to be clear for those that...

You're kidding me right? Go back and read post#14 and talk to me about "fanboy". And did you just say the 100 series has IRS?? I supposed I used the wrong wording by saying "rear end". I'm fully aware the axles are not the same. I was referring to rear suspension which is nearly identical...

I would suggest the Tepui Autana XL. Sleeps 4 in the main sleeping area, includes an annex that will easily sleep 2-3 more. Ruggedized versions are due to arrive next week. I can get you 10% off on them too. ;) http://tepuitents.com/collections/4-person-roof-top-tents .

Well.......we're saying the same thing. Sure if you take a 2005 100 series and compare it to a 1993 80 series there are going to be longevity of parts differences. My point was referring to a comment about looking for a 1999 100 series which is only a 2 year difference from a 1997 80 series...

Man that thing looks identical to my Brother in Laws truck (except his is an LX). and Dalko43, the center hoop is metal.

The Tepui White Lighting is the slimmest hard shell at 8"

Oh, I had a couple other things to mention regarding maintenance and repair work... I've owned two different 80s. The first was a 1993. I bought it with 110K miles on it in 2000. I sold it in 2015 with 330K miles on it. During that 15 years of ownership it required very little extra...