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  1. ExpoMike

    Forward Control Jeep (FC)-Scott Brady's Test Drive- A Great Read!!

    This (and the PS renderings) are very cool!!!! Too bad it will never happen as it would never past frontal crash tests. Mid and heavy weight vehicles could be done as they have different standards but this would fall into the light weight vehicle class and would never pass. I love it as it's...
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    Mac Virus in the Wild

    Just a heads up for the Mac users out there. Our security team just released this info and I thought others might want to know about this. Current versions of the Flashback Trojan are leveraging vulnerabilities in Apple Java and do not require any user interaction or elevated privileges...
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    Any pop-top camper for a family of 4?

    Having a FWC Grandby, I am not sure I would want to try to squeeze in 4 people on any regular bases. With just the wife and decent size dog, it can get a little cramped. I think most pop ups are going to be a little tight as not having a fixed roof/wall, what little storage ends up in the...
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    Tiger Build up

    Yes, all of those companies make great products.... IF you are running an unloaded truck. I checked into all of them and none of them really could give me answers to what would happen with my truck loaded up with our FWC (full time) and gear. Lots of "well umm...". As it was, I got the truck...
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    Long wheel base limitations

    Actually I haven't found it to be much of a problem outside of the width. Dodge Rams have a fairly tight turning radius so that hasn't been a problem. I thought length might be an issue but after about 500 miles of trails, it hasn't been a problem. Most issues has been the width as some of...
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    Subaru Forester Bumper Build for E.J.

    Very nicely done!!! Nice to see people still taking pride in the work they do. I have seen some really crappy bumper builds and boggered welds. Can't wait to see on the rig!
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    Tiger Build up

    No problem. I actually changed the RPM range at the 65-70 mpg. I drove it today so I have an accurate number. I think I looked at this rig a while, online. Really liked it. Can't wait to see it with 35's on it. :)
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    Legal discussion thread so why don't clog up Chris' cool thread

    Well, went by AAA and asked about converting to an RV. Guy came out, looked at the inside of the camper and asked if it was permanent. I said it would only come off if the camper needed servicing. No problem with getting it converted... outside of the fact I didn't realize I needed to bring...
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    Legal discussion thread so why don't clog up Chris' cool thread

    Looking at the PDF file in the first post, a pickup is fairly clearly defined and when you put a utility bed (service bed), flat bed, stake bed, etc. it no longer qualifies as a pickup so you have to stop at weight stations. Currently I do have commerical plates but was going to get that...
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    Windshield/Cowl Lights

    If you need to downsize, I'll take the hot rod off your hands. :D (looks like a '28/'29 A but hard to tell in the lighting).
  11. ExpoMike

    Tiger Build up

    On the 33's, I find it really no problem at all. On a very LONG, fairly steep grade, I might need to take it out of overdrive (like the long grade going east bound I-8 out of San Diego, between Alpine and Pine Valley) but for the most part, I can cruise along at 65-70mph (~ 1800 rpm's) all day...
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    Legal discussion thread so why don't clog up Chris' cool thread

    Well crap! My plan was to put a flat bed on my Dodge and put the FWC on. I was going to add some storage boxes down the side for some extra storage space. Guess those plans are out the window as I don't want to have to pay MORE for registration AND have to stop at every weight station...
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    2005 Provan Tiger GT Motorhome $22,000

    Bummer you ended up missing the DR, waiting on a non-buyer. :(
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    One week to go...

    Congrats!!!! Post pics when you get it. :D
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    What shocks to get?

    Did you read anything above? I wouldn't take them if they were free and yes, I have used them before.
  16. ExpoMike

    Introducing Rockhopper

    Very Cool Rig!!!!
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    Tiger Build up

    Pics!!! We need pics!!! :) What gears are in it? I went from a 245/75-16 to a 285/75-16 (~33") on my CTD Ram with a FWC. It has 3.55 gears and I don't think I would want a taller tire unless it was regearded. You're likely heavier (I'm at 8500 lbs) and if you are geared too low, with more...
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    What shocks to get?

    The worst Bilstein is better than the best Rancho. I have seen shock dynos at Bilstein with so called "good shocks" (i.e. Rancho, Koni, KYB, etc.). You would be amazed if you saw how crappy these shocks perform. With every cycle you would get a different curve. Bilstein's, even with 100's of...
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    What shocks to get?

    Bilstein and done!!!
  20. ExpoMike

    The Escape Pod - 1970 Blazer 4x4

    On a 4" lift, it's not truly needed if you are not getting really extreme. You are right at the limit that I would say you could go either way and it would work well but it really comes down to how you are going to use it. Normal fire roads, easy to meduim trails, you should be fine with...
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