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  1. Jwestpro

    Why the Toyota Land Cruiser is so expensive

    I can appreciate a lot of different vehicles and their qualities however: A. A few thousand miles in an overpriced bling-machine does not make one an expert on the "experience" of Land Rover B. "Thrilling" can be fun for a few months, whereas intellect and wit can last a lifetime ;)
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    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    to be clear, one should obviously not go too far the opposite direction loading too much in the rear but getting the weight balanced more over the trailer axles is a good thing with a little toward the front. however, now that you are talking about lots of trips, what is the least number of...
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    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    well yes, when you have the option, like how you load the trailer and/or what cargo is inside the vehicle, don't add so much forward weight such that the tongue weight goes so high. for example, if towing near the listed weight limit or 7700 lbs with a brake controller, it will certainly not...
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    Birth of My Kimberley Karavan

    Well, "afford" has a different meaning for everyone but these can be bought through a basic RV loan .... i.e. $750 monthly payment for $100,000 USD RV loan at 4.25% over 15 yrs. $375/mo for $50k loan, etc. Pay a little extra to knock out the principal and interest much earlier. Insurance is...
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    Kimberley Kruiser Off Road Caravan

    The Airstream, while nice in its own ways, is no comparison to the build quality and ability to get into rougher places. Sounds to me like you are just talking trash for the heck of it without much actual knowledge.
  6. Jwestpro

    LR3 Alignment

    Las Vegas? Why, is there a tech who is somehow more in tune with the newer vehicles or just a total picky mechanic nerd ?
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    LR3 Extended Warranty

    My extended warranty cost $4500 for 4 years and 50,000 miles of coverage which started at the end of my factory 4yr/50k. So, it ended up covering $14,000 in repairs (yes, actual failed items although some were a bit silly like a new rear air strut when I think the problem was only a $50 rubber...
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    Another LR3 tire question

    Gorm: I want to see your cabinets and tracks...! Well, mine is much heavier than stock so I found that 30 was the bottom end of what made sense because any sport that would put too much force into one small area like a sharp rock, would get right up to the rim lip and risk tire damage. I'd...
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    Another LR3 tire question

    I'm not sure if you posted this photo before but seeing your vehicle in basically stock weight and only a 31.5" tire....why the heck did you feel the need to try only 15psi ? !! ? NO, NOT 18-20! Your LR doesn't need any lower than 30 psi, 25 maybe if you're feeling goofy. You probably...
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    LR3 and led trailer lights

    Yeah, even in my haulmark lowrider the lamps where I replaced with LED will blink although I can't remember if they continue blinking or just do it for a while and quit.
  11. Jwestpro

    2015 Sprinter 4x4 build begins

    Well, have you all not heard of the car manufacturers trying to make it illegal/copyright infringement for anyone to alter ECU programming...i.e. "tuning". I read it as also limiting what any non-branded dealer mechanic would be allowed to mess with as well as issues with warranty like you...
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    2015 Sprinter 4x4 build begins

    Ah yes, they did also mention that on the phone call.
  13. Jwestpro

    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    Not true. This 10% thing is a BS USA idea that the rest of the world does not subscribe to at all.
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    RR v. LR differences?

    ...and, what color combo the green and beige ? I had that in an 06 but now have the java black /beige 07. I mainly like the black blending into the black windows and plastic parts. The green was nice too though. My 2004 is my favorite though, Aspen interior....mmmmmm.... love it so much.
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    Another LR3 tire question

    No, read what Ray said. Vehicle weight with all the extra crap on it. Tire needs to be an LT or E load range unless you want more troubles down the "road" .
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    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    No, you're just not using my fingers and then also not realizing the number was wrong. My calculator said 3.175 million so I obviously keyed it wrong ;) Yeah, nearly 19,000 lbs is a different, and VERY simple discussion. Absolutely not for towing with the LR-anything! That would be 3x the...
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    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    Yeah, that too. Forgot to mention it. When I'm doing summer highway towing I run my set of Michelin M/S2 E load at 52 psi front and 54-56 in the rear. Keep in mind my vehicle base weight is over 7000 lbs usually so I run 50-52 all the time otherwise.
  18. Jwestpro

    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    True but I wouldn't consider the 3200 lbs and a tandem trailer necessarily "heavy". If the trailer is already owned or specified for other reasons, then renting a truck for "20 weeks!" is only an added expense. Plus, this sounds a lot more like something that actually requires all the trips...
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    Does Payload (lbs) affect tow capacity

    Why do you make other people do the math? ;) It's easier to help if you present all the specifics. Anyway, 750 x 25 lbs batteries only weighs 3200 lbs. What does your trailer weigh and is it a tandem? I wouldn't use a single unless it was a light open flat bed. Still I'd prefer a tandem...
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    RR v. LR differences?

    Sounds like the best plan financially. Most people want to buy as new as they can "afford", however the math usually does not support spending $30,000 - $40,000 EXTRA on something a lot newer under warranty like a 2012-2013 LR4. For example, if you buy a 2007 or 08 lr3, it's unlikely you'll...
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