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  1. DCGibbs

    Help me pick a Toyota platform? Trying to decide amongst: LX/LC/GX/4R/Taco

    Since we have an OLD, well used 88-62series, and a 2018 TRD-Offroad, DC, SB Tacoma. I'd look for a 100Series that has been someones grocery getter. Then remove front and rear bumpers, Replacing them with your choice (I'd still go with ARB). 12,000 Lbs Warn Winch, Spare tire on the rear...
  2. DCGibbs

    Brunswick, Ga to Jackson Wy....

    Buck, are you doing is one a Bike, or in a 4-wheel vehicle? That changes the dynamics, and travel times. What is your comforterable Drive time? I'd drive as far and fast as you can going over, to spend more time in the teton valley. Lots to see and do... Are you a Fly-fisher? Gibbs
  3. DCGibbs

    Whats next at EarthCruiser

    hey Lance, Since you have experience with the Iveco 4X4 Daily, can you give us some insight, why that chassis isn't available in the US? Is Fiat worried that it take sales away from the Dodge Promaster? Hope you and the Mrs., are healthy, safe and sane. David - in Boise.
  4. DCGibbs

    Things to hate about a 2020 Tacoma...

    We have a 2018 TRD Off-road, Double Cab, Short-bed. I've been happy with it, Beeps and all. We deliberately ran it past the 15 mile to empty. We think the reserve is 2 gallons. My issue is with the gearing of the Automatic transmission, wish I had a real 6 speed gearbox, and a true Over-drive...
  5. DCGibbs

    Good by Suburban, hello Tacoma

    Welcome back to the Toyota family... Where and when are you planning to travel to Idaho & Wyoming? There are lots of open (diverse) off-highway camping available. But if you're headed to the Tetons and Yellowstone, you want to reserve a camp spots. Lots to do in both states - depends on what...
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    Ultimate F550 ArcLab / Total Composites camper for sale US$475.000

    While I stopped and engaged with Andreas, specifically about selling the Mercades. And shot photos of the Ford in the Total Composites booth. They had gone into the village for groceries. I chatted with the owner and he invited me to take a look inside. I only had the camera on my iPhone...
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    Ultimate F550 ArcLab / Total Composites camper for sale US$475.000

    I had a chance to see inside this camper last summer at Whistler. This rig is really well built. I was very impressed with the custom lift on the rear. Motorcycle & Spare Tire. Sweet truck. DG
  8. DCGibbs

    "Very large heavy duty 4X4 truck" in CA

    Per a phone call with Gary this afternoon... He has sold the Truck to another Californian. He feels it will be back on the market shortly. David
  9. DCGibbs

    2000 Chinook Baja 4x4 for sale

    Most likely you won't... I chased these for years and quit looking... We went back to the alternatives. You can purchase a Brand New Class B+ or C, have it shipped to Quigley and have 4X installed and save yourself 75K. Quigley has put 4X under the Ford Transit, and the new Nissan Van...
  10. DCGibbs

    "Very large heavy duty 4X4 truck" in CA

    It's a steal... I bid on an 88, Shorter Flat-bed, Hay-hauler... When it got to 12K, I was out of the picture. Have my eye's on an 89 (same engine, trans) that has a one-man Hydraulic Bucket on the bed with Utility Boxes. They are heavy, but you won't have kidney stones. DG
  11. DCGibbs

    Next Gen Land Cruiser

    Toyota stated down this path to be a Lux comp for Range Rover, and the Land Rover Disco. The 62 Series LC, from 1988 to 1990, was a huge improvement over the last 60 Series! Improved 3FE engine, which is destroked 2F, has EFI and Electronic Ignicition, 4 Speed Auto-Tranny with Over Drive...
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    Next Gen Land Cruiser

    As I have written in the past, TOYOTA USA, a stand-alone Division of TOYOTA Inc., does not care what the consumer wants, desires, etc. They told 32,000+ petitioners to go-pound-sand, when we asked that the FJCrusier have a 24Value-Turbo-Diesel and H55F 5 speed as an option. The USA has never...
  13. DCGibbs

    Iveco Daily 4x4 Motorhomes from Germany

    Nope... a 25 year old Uni-mog is the closet thing to it. DG
  14. DCGibbs

    International 4X6, Dually & Tandum Axle, Large Chassis - Under 23K, Local to Boise, ID

    Curiosity got the best of me this afternoon, So I drove into I.T.E.C. and walked out to these trucks. I am in Error. There is only 1, 4X6 the others are rear-wheel drive only. The Grapper is Springs over Axel, and has a Winch up front. They are willing to negotiate. I took a Business card...
  15. DCGibbs

    Grand Canyon Heads Up

    I have fond memories of hiking in the Canyon. Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim, Hermit's trail, Plateau trail out to the Point, American Falls, Paria Canyon, Rainbow Bridge, Havasupai, New Hance to Tonto trail, to South Kaibab... I have 1000's of photos and lots of old Topo maps and an estimated 2200 miles...
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    International 4X6, Dually & Tandum Axle, Large Chassis - Under 23K, Local to Boise, ID

    Hello Everyone, I am not affileated with the Seller. I drove by iTec on the Freeway yesterday. They have taken in 5 International 4900's, looks like they are a 1992, 98, 99 and a 2000 - All seem to have less that 100K on the Odometer. Here's a link...
  17. DCGibbs

    Fully loaded GFC topper for DCLB 3rd gen Tacoma -SOLD

    Yeah, I saw it, after I posted the question. . .
  18. DCGibbs

    I need help and advice on finding s camper for my new 1/2ton truck.

    Numerous questions... How many people? Adults, Kids? Is the Camper a 9 month on, 3 months wintered? Or do you want a Winterized 4 season, always on camper? Full Wet Bath, or a split with Composting Cassett? There is no such thing as an "Easy to load and unload" Lots of tools and tricks make...
  19. DCGibbs

    No Real Surprise Here...LC Owners Love Their Rigs

    1988 62 Series, Original Owner, daily driver, wheeled hard, and slow. Driven Fast and long, 312,000 miles... We have a spare engine, axles, & t-case. Was offered 32K for it as is, and I said No Thanks, it's not for sale. I've spent 1/2 my life in this vehicle. DG
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