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  1. Mike S

    My Landcruiser Odyssey

    Nice 60... You only need to add the H55F, an anti-sway bar from an FJ62, FJ62 RV mirrors, extended range tank, second battery, and you're done! M
  2. Mike S

    Sceptre water cans or similar

    Thanks. I think I'll call Slee and get one. Mike
  3. Mike S

    Best road signs

    From Jamaica...
  4. Mike S

    shotguns - what to get 4 clay shooting

    One of the best O/U guns at a moderate price is the Beretta 686. All the one I have seen have ejectors. For most clay sports the 12 gauge is probably best for several reasons, including inexpensive ammo availability. Another popular O/U is the Browning Citori - any one of the many models in 12...
  5. Mike S

    Sceptre water cans or similar

    I travel with dogs, and would like to find a 5 gallon Sceptre water jug or one similarly rugged. Anyone know where i can buy one? Thanks Mike S
  6. Mike S

    109 Expedition rig build

    I have been following this build... Excuse me, but the truck you are building is insanely excellent in all respects. Congratulations on the vision, capability and determination to do it. Mike S
  7. Mike S

    Cross country expedition and I am considering taking my rifle.

    Dave -- it seems you are right. This is at odds with the rules that I read as recently as 1999 when i had my boy going through hunter safety course. Perhaps, living here, I have become paranoid. M
  8. Mike S

    Need help understanding Dual Battery Systems

    If you do not want to use a switch, an option is to connect through a automatic or manually switched continuous duty solenoid. A good model (but more sophisticated) is the BlueSea ACR. M
  9. Mike S

    Need help understanding Dual Battery Systems

    In the marine industry, this is called a 'make before break' switch. It NEVER disconnects the alt from the battery. OFF is a no-no when the engine is running.. Word to the wise. M
  10. Mike S

    Winch, Longs, or Hi-Steer

    Install the gear you have, then decide what else you need? Why not? M
  11. Mike S

    Cross country expedition and I am considering taking my rifle.

    Can I ask why you need to carry a loaded gun in your vehicle? Gonna shoot back at the LA gang bangers?
  12. Mike S

    Cross country expedition and I am considering taking my rifle.

    Nope. You may not have a gun in a gun rack in you vehicle legally in CA. In CA you must have the gun in a lockable case, in the trunk or other lockable storage area. Exception is if you are going directly to or from a place where shooting is conducted - range or shooting club, etc. BUT... most...
  13. Mike S

    FJ62 advice, please

    The FJ60-62 is a great truck. The transmission is an A440, I believe, and is an HD unit. The only issue I know of is the high price to re-build the tranny is required. The mileage - 160k - is fairly low and well within the usual service range. A good tune up and smog system maintenance will...
  14. Mike S

    Desert Lion Project- We need your help!

    This seems like a thing we would like to contribute to... I will see what we have that might fetch a good return. Mike
  15. Mike S

    Optima Yellow Top groan...

    After testing, the distributor replaced by replacement Optima YT31A with a new battery. Would not charge beyond about 12-1/2 V. Next time - Deka AGM. Will get a Deka AGM for my old Willys, too. And my Ford Expedition. Mike S
  16. Mike S

    Dont drop your RTT...pics

    John Check your e-mail. Mike S
  17. Mike S

    Dont drop your RTT...pics

    John: If I don't have it, and Martyn doesn't have it, I can get it for you. May take some time, tho'. I should know soon. Mike
  18. Mike S

    Frustrated DSLR vs P&S

    I have shot with my Canon G3 for years, but have been going through the change from my film Nikons to DSLR. First thing I learned is that ISO and white balance are important to getting good pictures. Also, the workflow of post processing requires you to replace the film processing that is done...
  19. Mike S

    Dont drop your RTT...pics

    Spare parts fro OverLand John, I have some parts in stock, and I'll see if I have what you need. Just one, right? or is the upper damaged as well? If not in stock, I will order for you. Try bending the old damaged part back up so it will not interfere with opening, and run a couple of small...
  20. Mike S

    Optima Yellow Top groan...

    I have been running these batts for a number of years withot problems until 2006. Put one in my 80 about 1-1/2 years ago, and it failed. Distributor replaced the battery with a new one. It has now failed - after only 7 months or so. They are giving me yet another battery, but I have switched to...
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