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    how to pack 12v fridge/freezer?

    I just picked up a nearly new Craigslist Norcold 60 (sells under Engel and ARB brands as well). Rather than trial and error, I thought I'd get tips from folks on how best to pack it. For example, for 5 days on Mojave Rd, my goal would be to keep meet frozen but not freeze my lettuce. The idea...
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    best way to air down?

    Airing down takes forever. I know there are products out there to speed the process, but they're kind of expensive. Is there any reason why you can't just back the valve out of them stem so the air rushes out quickly and then put it back in? I tried it and it took about 35 sec to release the...
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    Gear review - Q89 dual piston compressor $150

    After reading SocalFJ's issues with the Quickair 3, I thought I'd do a test with the Q89 from Costco for $150 since it's basically a knockoff of the Quickair. I aired all four tires down to 20lbs and reinflated to 47lbs. These are BFG AT 315/75/16 - pretty big tires so it takes a lot of air...
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    Rebuilt my winch - easy and worth the effort

    I just wanted to let people know that rebuilding the winch is super easy. I have a Warn M12000 and I'm glad I took it apart because it had some rust and the old grease was hard and dry. I rebuilt it for a few bucks in new gaskets and a tube of high temp grease. I also took the opportunity to...
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    Intro and winch anchoring question

    I've been lurking here a bit but haven't gotten around to contributing. Thanks to everyone for their informative postings. I drive a 97 FZJ80 with all the typical bumpers, lift, etc. The plan is an around the world trip and I'm tinkering here and there to get the truck ready. In the meantime...
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