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  1. spressomon

    Birth of My Kimberley Karavan

    Ouch. Glad to see/read you didn't have more carnage! I am a big believer in the strength and value of Toyota's OEM LC/4R forged wheels. Cast is cast.
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    Coffee Makers?

    gotta have it. agree with @redneck44...its relaxing for me and sets the stage for the rest of the day. Or until its espresso time right after lunch :D Have one of these on order...will streamline the espresso workflow: http://www.espressoforge.com
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    Partner Stoves?

    I've used 1lb disposable bottles with my Partner Stoves without issue. The only thing I can think of, in addition to defective adapter: Propane bottle too cold? Maybe lower gas pressure associated with a cold bottle didn't get along with Partner's high pressure regulator?
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    2015 Sprinter 4x4 build begins

    Thanks Err for posting honest and candid feedback! To be honest, and I realize everything is a compromise, this is what has kept my wallet closed for all things Sprinter. I'd love one...but after all my Toyota years I'm not sure I have the patience...to revisit Euro again. But your project...
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    Partner Stoves?

    ^ search for "thumb screws" http://www.mcmaster.com/#thumb-screws/=xpdm3g Floor levelers for table legs also work but typically are not as long... Lately I just TIG SS threaded rod to SS washers...
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    Rollercam straps

    ^^^^^^^^^ X3 Been a happy Rollercam strap user for a few years...great product...since getting them, regular/old style cam buckle straps and el cheapo ratchet straps are no bueno. Wish he would intro a wider, say 2" wide, version.
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    Why do I want APRS???

    = my use and reason for having APRS (same radio...APRS object displayed on my Lowrance Baja 540C). And although most in our group of adventure travelers are not running APRS :( it would be super handy when a group member(s) need to join up...esy to spot where they are located for simpler join up.
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    Land Cruiser Virgin Here - Which 100 Series is "best"

    The '05-'07 were built in a different factory than '98-'04. Can't offer if there is any QC/mfg differences though...but just a stat fact. I like my now highly modded 10+ year old, to me, '99 100 just fine...relative to a 100-Series ;)
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    RT-Systems Radio programming software

    Its been a while and, since, I've recently upgraded to an MBP/Yosemite and haven't gotten to try CHIRP/710 programming yet. Having said that I had difficulty getting the cable interface/mini driver(?) to function at all using another MB with Mavericks. SL worked great though. Sorry but too...
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    Cooking with griddle on a propane grill?

    FWIW I seasoned my PS aluminum griddle (oil and salt method is my preference) and it amped up to a nice near PTFE surface. Worth the little bit of time and couple $...
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    Partner Stoves?

    FWIW Bill @ Partner Steel doesn't recommend using quick connects with their stoves; something about flow rate.
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    I hate to ask a 100 series question, but...

    How rusty or not is the underside?
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    2015 Sprinter 4x4 build begins

    Subscribed. Curious to hear your feedback about reliabilty on this as time and miles accumulate.
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    For Sale: Snow Peak Single Action Large Table

    The sale is taking a recess for a few weeks as we are in the process of moving and the table is in storage. But given its size and weight I'd be surprised if a box and shipping would be less than $50 FedEx Ground/Home...just a guess based upon recent shipments of other heavy/bulky goods.
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    For Sale: Snow Peak Single Action Large Table

    The composite board, while not perfectly flat, is considerably 'flatter" than the bamboo plywood it came with... Its probably a mm or two out side to side...if you're entertaining royalty with fine china, silverware & Riedel stemware then maybe it would be an issue :D. Anything...
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    Project Casita #2

    Hijack 2: And http://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com Oliver Trailer has a decent forum too. Although little overlap for most of us there are a few on that forum that are posting about gravel road travels, etc. I think, per indiedog, a compliant suspension and, depending what brand...
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    For Sale: Espro French Press Coffee Maker

    SOLD Like new in the box (used 3-times; can't tell it from brand new) Espro 32oz stainless steel double wall and double micro-fine filter French press. I bought this new to test out for camp coffee duty and even though it outputs the best French press style coffee I've ever tasted...I realized...
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    On board shower

    FYI/FWIW: High pressure, low volume is the winning ticket for my camp shower. I use a kitchen sprayer (compact; cheap; easy & quick on/off for conserving precious water) with a drilled penny to restrict flow to .75gpm yet high pressure from Flojet/ShurFlo/Aquajet 12v, 35psi pump. Works great...
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    Trailer Frame Tube vs C-Chanel

    Just an FYI/FWIW: My '99 Land Cruiser's frame has numerous, from the factory holes, in its rectangular tube style frame...been through plenty of water crossings without any rust issues. The same applies to the Kimberley Kamper frame. I can not say what interior coating, if any, Toyota might...
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