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  1. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Noticed a small drip under the truck, oh yup, that'll do it. While under there, huh that shock is leaking to? oh yup, that'll do it. This poor shock lived a hard life. Thankfully Bilstein has a lifetime warranty. New unit in the mail.
  2. Andrew_S

    Gladiator Pop-Up Pass Through Camper Build

    Looks unreal with paint, awesome work. Another vote for Victron products, no issues with my battery monitor or dc/dc charger to date. Would buy a lithium battery from them as well if they came out with a 100amp at a reasonable price point.
  3. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    I made the mistake of saying, "oh blue sky, lets go for a paddle" the fair weather didn't last long. On our way home approx 15km's from asphalt road we decided to bypass a "road closed due to falling debris hazards" sign. This was a mistake... I thought we might be able to push through and...
  4. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    On route we stopped at a few of our hunt camps, found this guy chilling. Lots of toads in the mountains but not a lot of tree frogs. Hit the jackpot of puffballs on the way, Quite a few of the roads in the burn zone are a complete waste of time trying to clear right now. Literally 50km's of...
  5. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Been out picking a few times, Couldn't ask for better conditions, some absolute swamp donkeys. Filling that freezer back up Picked up a new tool, Canadian No15 drill, probably from the 30's-50's. Literally pulled this out of a horse stable (horses in it) from an old barn in the boonies...
  6. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    ^Sweet!!! Can't say I've ever seen that stripe package. Only if I had more space in the garage!
  7. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Small update, Went to pick up a compressor last week and the guy had this in the driveway, Said compressor. Pretty tough to beat these smittybuilt units for smaller tires, especially for $75 used. Started blasting apart the 2nd 8.8 Love this process, from this toooo to this So happy...
  8. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Sweet set up for moving some snow This was spot #2 of the weekend Dehydrating the morels Brioche bun with some creamy morels, could eat this all the time. Going to check out rainbow falls during full blown freshet. So much power If only a photo could demonstrate noise, this was...
  9. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    For sure, I wish a guy could still connect to Golden on the old Big Bend hwy, that would have been such a neat trip. 100% an experience that I'll never forget. It was also a glimpse at why we should never mess with a grizzly. Back out on Mabel Lake this weekend, Beauty weather for grocery...
  10. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    When trying to find a place to call home on the 4th night we came across this old cable car. I've asked a couple of guys I know that grew up in the area and logged, none of them have a clue about it's past. I scoped it out and truck would definitely fit on that hanger! Final camp spot was a...
  11. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    The wind finally broke the next morning and we were able to get out for a paddle. Absolutely love this place We made our way over to an area in attempt to hunt a black bear. We were immediately greeted by these fresh grizzly tracks and decided to get back in the canoe. Another section of...
  12. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    ^ gosh Alaska and the far north has been on our bucket list for almost 10 years now. Dream trip for sure. 2nd 8.8 fitted up and will work perfectly. I did some quick calcs on the wms distance and offset these forgelines came with, worked out absolutely perfect, zero poke. Now I need the...
  13. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    ^ definitely a great time of a year. Best way to eat em, venison back strap with fresh morels 3 bags today, 13 lbs. Got my valves cleaned up, Picked up another 31 spline 8.8 for the new frame.
  14. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    ^I got that vibe from looking at photos of the place. Unbelievable how busy it gets. Thanks for all the comments. It was a really great trip. The wife and I were both taken out for a week or so due to Covid. Almost back to 100% now. Just in time for mushrooms!
  15. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Received an assortment of parts for the SAS, 3500 engine and the '84. I absolutely love working on this new chassis. All new parts and hardware is so satisfying. The '84 got all new door seals and felts. The old seals were so hard they literally snapped when trying to remove them...
  16. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Our second last day was a very rainy one. Didn't let it stop us though. Worlds largest Sitka spruce This one dwarfing the truck Worlds largest Douglas Fir A little trail clearing on our way out Grey day with a view at least Goldstream provincial park Arbutus grove Giant...
  17. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    How stunning is this forest, so different from what we are used to seeing. I grew up seeing photos of these old off-highway trucks hauling massive loads. I was so stoked to see one in person. Absolute brute. another beauty river This old Cat put in a shift on the road we were...
  18. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Bit of a road block on our way to another waterfall Would have loved to see this come down We'll have to visit again when it's warmer. We passed countless swimming pools on our way. Spotted a couple of nice Elk on our way down to Nitinat lake. Mid day hail storm The rain forest is...
  19. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    On our way to Tofino we found this gem of a spot. It was to early to stop so we pushed on. Big cedar trail Tofino was beautiful, The beaches completely caught me off-guard, world class in my opinion. Tofino harbour, another beauty beach Temps dipped below freezing every...
  20. Andrew_S

    1986 GMC S-15

    Bit of a mega upload here, We went on a 7 day trip to Vancouver island for the long weekend. Pretty crazy to see the damage from the flooding along the Coquihalla. This view gets me every time. We spent the first night at Jones lake just outside Hope. It's a dammed lake, very interesting to...
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