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    tablet and gps questions

    I have always used a dedicated gps yeah I am very ild school before that it was chalk but I have several questions , First off I use a mac computer but don't want to shell out the big bucks for an iPad. so If go with something like a Le Pan That I saw discussed Can I copy maps form my iMac...
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    oil type

    who is running synthetic oil and is it worth it. I usually change my oil every 5k I am pretty good about check it frequently too. I have an 08 rubicon with a lifetime factory warranty that by the way is 99 years. considering I am 62 I think the jeep will outlast me I hope but I have...
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    cheap tire carrier for 35's

    somewhere on here I saw a decent looking tire carrier for around 170. But I'll be darned if I can find it anyone have any idea of where it is. Thanks in advance!
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    What does the optimal lift consist of?

    so here is the question for a 4 dr wanting a 2.5 inch lift what does th optical kit concept of,. let me clarify the purpose is to gain minor height for bigger tires ( 35) and more ground clearance but not too high improve ride over stutter bump trails and improve up travel and droop So i...
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    has anyone tried to build their own fllip_ pac

    Curious to see if any one has tried this? I really would like for my rubicon but I don't have the cash and likely never will unless y'all take up a collection for me. but I ws wondering if you could build your own? the idea is really good gives you stand up room in the back of the...
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    earl back country survival pad

    Has anyone seen this https://www.meetearl.com it looks very cool has maps included and solar charging seem like to s made to order but before spend my hard earned $$$ I wan to know what the more knowledgable people ( than me almost all of you) think of this.
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    commando jeeps

    Check to the Hendricks commando jeeps on the home page of forum. really cool to watch and wow the potential in these vehicles for an overland is unreal. really fun !
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    high mileage motors for overloading

    Do any of you see any issues with high mileage 3.8 jeep motors? I have a117,000 online makes me little nervous sometimes . but is has been well maintained oil changed regularly and frequently .most of those miles are highway. new trans with cooler condenser cooler , new brakes so >>>>>???
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    late 80's early 90's ford f250 4x4

    Was sitting at a high and this guy pulls up next to me in an old f-250 4x4 extended cab he was looking at my jeep and I at his truck and it hit me that magic be a really good platform for a exploration build. the positives that I could see were solid front axles locking hubs decent size...
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    curiosity about earth roamers

    What do they cost new and what if you find one would a used one cost? How competent off road are the newest models? what level of trail rating have earth roamer owners tried? For example could you drive one into Lockhart basin? probably not over the rubicon unless you were in the now...
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    body armor tire carrier and bumper

    Any one have this ? they are very affordable but I wonder how they work>?
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    what do jeep guys like as a truck?

    Ok here is a question for all jeep guys, you have your jeep but of you were to buy a truck what would it be and why? would you pick smiting that can be significantly modified like a jeep or something way different? what truck would you use for overlanding if you did not use your jeep?
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    why is a habitat so much more than a regular flip pac

    Iused to have aregular flip pac on my tacoma and would love to have another one on my rubicon. ( sold the tacoma and the flip) but the cost is through the roof. I had an 07 toy paid I think $4500 for the flip pac but the at- habitat is is $9800 Why? what is it about the habitat that makes...
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    34-35 tires and 373 gears

    anyone here running this combo. either stick or auto? I have a rubicon now, it is a 2008 it is almost paid for, when it is paid for I may have to sell to by a house I need the down payment. while i love the rubicon the reality is I may not be able to afford one next time around so I was...
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    how heavily is is jeep modified? how much do you have into it?

    I see all these beautiful jeeps on this thread and see that many are exquisitely modified. So how would you rate your mod from light being maybe a budget boost and tires to medium good lift, tires winch bars to heavily being all th before plus lights roof rack frig, trailers, rtt...
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    strange clunk sound

    I hear this sound when I back out o fhb garage and turn and hit he brakes but here is the rest of the story. IT isn't for the steering or the brakes. but it does make a sound when you hit the brakes and the weight f the jeep shifts. It does it when I head down the driveway and stop...
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    2016 is jeep 75 th anniversary

    Holy crap one of theft things around older than me But I wonder with the hype about the new 2017 -18 model and wether it will be aluminum diesel sold axels or IFS Are we maybe missing a big surprise? or will be just cosmetic? any insiders have any ideas?
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    best suspension for washboard roads

    Some day I am going to get a 2015 could be 2016 by the time I get it a JKU rubicon. I will likely run 35s on a 2.5 inch or so lift with a fender kit. I am looking for the most compliant suspension that will perform well on washboard roads you the kind with stutter bumps that rattle your...
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    explore alone?

    I know its not recommended but sometimes I just want to get away alone or with my dogs so how many of you guys wheel alone and where do you draw the limits?
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    RECCOMENDATIONS FOR BACK BUMPER

    Hi All how about some recommendations for a back bumper. Criteria: has tire carrier or can add tire carrier later not too costly doesn't squeak when on a washboard road not too heavy ability to add extras Gas can high lift jack shovel etc
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