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    Verizon to get iPhone January 2011

    True? You be the judge http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38002805/ns/technology_and_science-wireless/
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    Changing trailer wheel hubs to match my Jeep?

    I have no idea how to do this. I'm looking for info, guidance, advice, wisdom, and perhaps a bit of commentary on the following: I have a trailer with Jeep CJ hub bolt pattern (5x5.5 I think), and I need to change it to Jeep TJ pattern 5x4.5). The easy solution would be to bolt on a set of...
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    how do I mount a bike rack on top of the trailer lid?

    I'm not sure the best way to mount a bike rack system capable of mounting 4 bikes, on top of the smooth surfaced clamshell lid of my off road trailer. Suggestions? Here are images:
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    Looking for 98-99 Land Cruiser (or Lexus LX470)

    We are keeping the Jeep for Her, but as a family we just don't fit well for longer trips, so we are looking for more space. I am looking for 98-99 Toyota Land Cruiser or Lexus LX470. this is the year with the rear locker (though weaker front diff). Strongly prefer White exterior, not too...
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    WTB: Kids outdoor shoes

    My kids outgrow their hiking shoes before they can wear them out. Your's probably do too. Let's make a deal! My 12 year old son wear's a Men's US 8.5 or 9 My 8 year old daughter wears a US 3.5 We are looking for outdoor sandals or light duty trail runner/hiking shoes for both kids.
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    Impressive Contour HD helmet cam video

    ...taped to the nose gear of an Air France A360. Very cool, amazingly clear! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNSEogZ3upY
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    The Problems with Point-N-Shoot Cameras

    So here is a good example of one of my pet peeves with PNS cameras. The built-in lens cap! I hate them! This would have been a good photo otherwise!
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    Cool Gigapixel shot taken with Canon G10

    This is a pretty cool photo, but the impressive thing for me is that it is shot with the Canon G10 pocket camera! "My final photo is made up of 220 Canon G10 images and the file is 59,783 X 24,658 pixels or 1,474 megapixels. It took more than six and a half hours for the Gigapan software to put...
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    ExOfficio Shoe Testing

    Early this year, ExOfficio announced that they were coming out with a range of footwear, as posted here. I contacted fellow ExPo member David Adler (Silvercruiser on this forum), director of the new shoe division, and was treated with amazing service and quick email responses. He offered ExPo...
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    Does anyone have a Panasonic GF1?

    Have you guys seen this camera? It looks darned close to meeting all the requirements of the ultimate Overland Point-N-Shoot. DP Review: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/PanasonicGF1/ Some images from DPR website: In scale compared to a PNS and SLR (its the middle one): And you can mount...
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    How to post iPhone pictures?

    I've been noting that a few people are posting photos directly to the forum using their iPhone. How are you doing this?
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    Overland Use Point & Shoot (PNS) Cameras

    In the G11 thread the idea has been tossed around about what makes a good point and shoot camera for Overland use. The intent of this thread is to start people thinking of qualities and attributes that a good overland PNS camera should have. It is NOT intended to be a thread about how Model A...
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    Looking for a particular hanger type

    I am looking for a hanger that can slip over the top of my Jeep tailgate (U-shaped hook at the top), with a bent L lower leg, that I can mount a tray onto. ideally, the hook can fold or detach from the tray for easy storage. Basically, I want a tray sort of like the Off Road Trail tools tray...
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    Land Cruiser Brutus - about 100 imported in USA?

    Guys, check this out: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=485782#post485782
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    One hundred 2005-2006 Land Cruiser 4.5 Brutus diesel pick-ups?

    This sounds like it might be a pain in the neck to actually acquire, but on the other hand, it sounds like one of those rare opportunities you always wished you could find out about. I'm not making this up! I have a friend who knows a guy who's into the auto import business, He is about to...
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    Camera Blues

    I love taking photos. My primary camera is a Canon 20D, and I have a 70-200 F2.8 L lens, 10-22mm, and my favorite 17-35mm F2.8 L MkII plus a Speedlite 540 to go with it. A good solid amateur set up, that I have used fairly effectively for the past 4 or 5 years. My shutter curtain on the 20D...
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    I need tires - MTR's or KM2's - where should I get them?

    Financially this could not come at a worse time, but my wife's Jeep is suffering from the Death Wobble big time, and I have replaced all the tie-rods, bushings, hub bearings, etc... The last thing left to replace is the Procomp XTerrains. They've been road force balanced and had 4 wheel...
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    2005 Land Rover LR3 - Expedition Ready (on coils!)

    Well, as many of you know, the economy sucks. I am forced to sell my all time favorite vehicle: 2005 LR3, 5 seater, 4.0L V6, 68,000 miles, expedition ready. $19,000. Many unusual (but factory) configuration features. Exceedingly rare. This vehicle is one of a handful of coil sprung LR3's...
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    Death Valley - 2009 Designated Route Survey Report

    An acquaintance of mine has spent many long hours mapping out routes and trails in the greater Death Valley region to help determine what exists as motorized routes that are still viable. It is hoped that this mapping process will assist the California Wilderness Coalition in determining what...
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    FS - Cotton/Flannel rectangular sleeping bags

    I have four (4) very comfortable family friendly sleeping bags for sale. These are the kind with flannel innards and tons of soft fluffy insulation, and acres of room. Perfect for sleep overs for the kids, or um, perhaps a night on the couch for some of you married men out there :-) These...
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