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  1. Dave Bennett

    better fabric-design for flippac????

    $1500-$2,000 for a NEMO style replacement tent for the FlipPac? Money well spent, sign me up.
  2. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    Gee, thanks for the advice. :rolleyes:
  3. Dave Bennett

    Doc's AT FlipPac Build Thread

    The biggest reasons I chose no windows was to reduce potential leaks/dust ingress and reduce points of failure. I also appreciate the added privacy and security. Also, IMO, the shell is stronger (more rigid) the less holes it has cut into it. Were I to order a new one today, I would even delete...
  4. Dave Bennett

    Doc's AT FlipPac Build Thread

    Here's a pic from our most recent trip, February 2014 at Saline Valley. The FP is still working great almost 5 years after purchase! China Gardens
  5. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    Ran the truck up to Saline Valley this weekend. Came in through the north pass and exited via the south pass so we ran some good distance at speed on one of the more notorious washboard roads in North America. Headed out from south pass to Lee Flats and on to Darwin and China Gardens - pretty...
  6. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    My pleasure, it's been a lot of fun. More mods in the works too ;)
  7. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    I use white lithium on the door hinges and latches. Visually inspect any hardware, I'm at 113k and have yet to find any of those bits loose.
  8. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    I use white lithium grease.
  9. Dave Bennett

    DEATH VALLEY RUN - President day weekend

    The bolded part is what we dealt with last time I did a big group run up there. Between the 6 vehicles on the trail rule and the 10 in camp rule we had to split up to stay legal. Have fun guys, we'll be in the area too until sunday.
  10. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    AllPro Expedition Heavy Duty Leaf Spring Install With 60,000 miles on my 2005 Tacoma's rear springs it was high time for a change. AllPro Off Road is synonymous with rock crawling Toyotas and has developed some of the best Tacoma suspension kits on the market. With their reputation as leaders...
  11. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    Front Brake Upgrade The OEM brakes are not sufficient for this truck as it sits (at GVWR approx 5,400 lbs now). Loaded up on the road it was a bear to stop in a hurry! So I added a set of slotted rotors and upgraded pads (and braided lines) - big improvement and being able to stop in an...
  12. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    Caring for a Truck I've had the truck 9 years now. People ask me how I keep the truck looking nice. Number one is the fact that you have to take care of your investment. That means washing it after trips, and undercarriage and engine bay rinsing as well as keeping the interior squared away...
  13. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    I also changed spark plugs and cleaned the throttle body and Mass Air Flow sensor (MAF) on the Tacoma recently. There are several tutorials online where guys are blindly (and gingerly) spraying into the air box hoping to clean the sensor. Due to the sensor location in the air box this is...
  14. Dave Bennett

    Doc's 05 Tacoma Build Thread

    Since I had the exhaust crossover re-routed (tucked) I have been concerned about heat transfer to the T-case. In addition the the DEI titanium exhaust wrap I have added this Heat Shield Products stainless steel "Inferno Shield" rated at 1800 degrees F continuous use and 2200 degrees max. Since...
  15. Dave Bennett

    DEATH VALLEY RUN - President day weekend

    Looks like a great trip guys, we may see you on the trail. One note, and I saw it mentioned earlier in the thread, but I'm pretty sure the NPS frowns upon groups larger than 10 rigs. YMMV.
  16. Dave Bennett

    TRD Pro

    Yup. Let's hope they replace it with something cool...
  17. Dave Bennett

    Icon 4Runner Expedition Rear Spings

    I just installed the AllPro HD Expedition springs and Timbrens on my Tacoma. So far they are a great match with the Icon resi shocks. I'll be reviewing the APEX springs once I've run them a bit ;)
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