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The OP asked a fairly simple question (feel free to refer back to the original post). I see you've had nothing to offer him so far other than snide comments to other folks' suggestions and in general. I offered two options based on personal experience for vehicles that might fit his stated...

Has anybody tried one of these M240 units (link below)? - https://www.specialopstools.com/ $139.99 (I know the picture says $229.99, but they run $129 - $139). - Someone on another thread thought it was a repackaged MV-50 in an ammo can - I wouldn't know. - I'm currently running a CO2 tank in...

Two options to try and answer the OP's original question: 1. Later model Jeep ZJ Grand Cherokees with the 4.0 straight six (avoid the ones with the V8 engine). I'm partial to the 1998 model (last year of the ZJ) with the 242 transfer case. The 4.0 straight six is an excellent engine, and...

I have a 4x4 dodge truck with an ARE topper. I wanted a rack on the top, so after a little junkyard searching I found a Chevy Tahoe rack that was wide and long enough. After a lot of measuring and positioning to get it just right, I marked and drilled holes in the top (that was a little nerve...

Has anyone tried one of these Air Armor M240 units (link below along with a couple related YouTube videos)? I've got a CO2 tank mounted in the back of my Jeep TJ, but when I do the tailgate drop-down conversion on the TJ, I'm thinking of putting the CO2 tank in my other Jeep (CJ2A), and getting...

I have Tru-tracs in both ends of my 96 Dodge 1500 4x4. You never know they're there on pavement, but it is a beast in the snow. The factory front axle is a two-piece with a CAD that has essentially been converted to a one-piece axle. I was so impressed with them, that when we built my...

I've used a basic two-burner Coleman propane stove for years (decades actually) and I love it. Easy to transport - easy to use - is actually quite thin when the lid is folded, and I like the side wings (especially when it is windy and you're trying to cook). And those little one-pound propane...

Quote: "Last question, if I build it out for off road use do you think I'd be able to sell it for what I put into it if it ends up not being something we like using?" - Answer: "Rarely if ever". - Build it the way you want it for your use, and you'll most likely end up liking it and using it.

I'd like to see more Tentrax trailers. I have a home-made trailer based off a HF trailer frame, and did some reinforcing on the tongue when I extended it 10", but even with that it doesn't measure up to a 1/4 thick 2x2 square tubing (a length of 2" square tubing 1/4" thick would be an upgrade...

I'm pulling my tentcot out of mothballs for a trip tomorrow. I've never used mine, but loaned it out a few times with positive reviews. I'm surprised a tentcot is long enough for a tall guy like you Airmapper. Short guys like me seem to have it easier when it comes to camping gear. I'll pick...

I've yet to speak a syllable on my little radio (because I wasn't legal), or actually listen in on a ham frequency yet. Time to start playing! So much to learn. - I plan on attending this event this summer: http://www.nwoverlandrally.com/home.html I wanted to attend last year, but I had just...

I am official now. KI7TSP. It just showed up today on-line.

A hand-held is better than nothing, and usually folks have at least a CB radio. Hard-mounted CBs aren't expensive. You can buy simple ones at Wal-Mart and have them plug into a cigarette lighter socket, and run a magnetic antenna...

I mounted the little BaoFeng in my Jeep TJ this evening. I used a bracket from Rugged Radio, and I put a footman loop on my dash for the hand mike. I needed to make sure the radio wouldn't interfere with the glove box door opening, any controls or such on the dash, or heaven forbid the...

I might have to check out that Tigard Ham Radio place (I'm up in Longview, WA so not too far away).

The plastic cap on top of the Firestick changes the SWR big-time. I've tuned them before (I've got three 4x4s with CBs with the tunable Firestick antennas). I thought it was weird too, but it makes a huge difference. Take the cap off, make your antenna adjustment, put the cap back on, and...

Thanks. And I wish I could have gone on that outing. I keep looking on the NWOL site under "events" to see if anything is coming up (day or overnight trips) but nothing really anytime soon. My Jeep and trailer are itching to go on a little adventure. - About the external antenna - I've...

To close the loop: I took my Technician's exam today and passed (Woo Hoo). Now I'm legal. Actually, I read the study book and then went over all 400+ test-pool questions four times so I pretty much had the questions and answers memorized by the time I got to the testing site. - There were...

I'm looking for a propane tank that will fit inside a 10lb CO2 tank holder. Will be attached to my little overlanding trailer. Would like the tank about 7" diameter, and about 18" tall max (so we're talking tall and skinny, not short and fat). I've seen the old school skinny aluminum 6lb...

A word of caution about putting one of these on a boat trailer (or anything using a boat trailer). Boats look big, but they don't weigh as much as you'd think. And trailer manufacturers will often use the lightest duty axles (and hubs) that just meet the requirement, and it might not be much...