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Recovery Colleagues: If you have to join two pieces of slippery synthetic line (like Amsteel Blue) the strongest joint comes from an end-to-end deep bury, lock stitched splice. Almost as strong and preferred by some is an end to end Brummel splice (no lock stitching required). Most knots...

Colleagues: I'm looking for one, two, or three of the 16 x 8"alloy rims originally supplied on USA built EarthCruisers based on the Fuso FG through chassis year 2018. The rims were made in Taiwan for AlexRims. If you have an extra spare (some folks purchased two spares and carriers on with...

We’ve been using a Sherpa Big Air Compressor infrequently for about a year. Initially we were delighted with it’s performance after we re-wired the unit for our application. A month ago, it’s performance seemed to decline and it completely failed two days ago. The immediate cause of the...

Colleagues: Earlier this week my iPad auto updated to version 2021.4 of GAIA. Immediately thereafter the tablet struggled to properly display maps & occasionally failed to display them at all. Quick call to GAIA premium support confirmed they knew of issue & offered a beta version of...

Hello: Replacing fluids in double clutch housing, gearbox and transfercase at 20,000 miles 2017 USA Fuso FG with Duonic. Removed clutch housing inspection plug prior to draining and found approximately 0.5 to 1 quart of fluid above the inspection port (averted a mess but just barely). This is...

Hello: I seek a means of directly editing GPX files in the iOS (iPad & iPhone) environment. I need the ability to trim, simplify, and split tracks and I would like the additional abilities to alter and merge tracks as well as edit descriptions, etc. I'm aware that this can be done with at...

Fellow Wanders: Gaia has recently released a new version of their Gaia Topo map layer. I've spent a little time with it on my iOS devices and Windows computer (via GoogleChrome). If you're interested, visit this link which explains access. Apparently it is available for Android users willing...

Hello Folks: Heidi and I need to do a field replacement of the low pressure fuel pump (located above the fuel tank) on Prima Terra II. Heidi is with the truck out in the backcountry and I'm in civilization sourcing a new pump without access to the truck, and when at the truck access to the...

Hello: Anyone have experience with Samson Saturn 12 line? I'm specifically interested in how it splices & what splices you've used, how it stands up to abuse compared to regular Amsteel Blue, and if you know of a good source to purchase from (1/2" & 9/16")? I've used and spliced Amsteel Blue...

Fellow Bike Ramblers: Just for fun I spent 20 minutes this evening reviewing punctures in the rear tire (27.5 x 3" Rocket Ron) of my Salsa Mukluk as I added some more sealant. Here in New Mexico we have our share of spiked flora - Goatheads, Russian Olive thorns, Mesquite spikes, prickly pear...

Just returned from a packraft trip through the Gila Box Riparian NCA with my Wilderness Biology class. River is fast, but manageable (800 - 850 cfs), lots of flowers, & great weather. We left our vehicles at the Dry Canyon Take Out Area, got a shuttle from Cesar (928 348-7977) to Owl Creek...

Bike has Sold Expedition Portal Colleagues: I'd like to sell my like-new 1st generation Salsa Fargo Touring setup. Bike, racks, & panniers $1,200 More photos here Details: Bike - Like new 2010 First Generation Salsa Fargo, 58 cm equivalent, less than 1,000 miles Shimano XT Triple 9 spd...

Expo Water Colleagues: At Lee's Ferry & just realized we have cell coverage. So here's an update: Completed equipment check this afternoon & all permits in hand so will launch tomorrow after the orientation. Winter season so only one party launches per day, no comercial trips, and no motors...

We have a recent problem with the speedometer on our 2004 4x4 Tacoma (double cab), automatic transmission. The speedometer fluctuates wildly. Sometimes it seems to jump 10 - 20 mph around a particular value - say 80 mph could be the center and it would drop to 60 and up to a 100 several times...

After a recent backcountry trip into Burnt Canyon off of Twin Point in the western regions of the Grand Canyon's North Rim, I decided I needed a pack raft to incorporate the river into some longer canyoneering trips. Did a bit of research and decided on an Alpacka Raft Denali Llama...

We're looking for a Snowpeak Pack & Carry Fireplace (large size) setup. If you'd like to part with yours send me a PM or an email. We're located in New Mexico, but would consider paying for shipping & we travel north and west a lot so a pick up might be a possibility. Howard

I need to install a voltage regulator (actually a limiter) in the line feeding power to our Webasto Dualtop Heater. Needs to be adjustable or set to clip voltage at 14.4 volts and handle 65 watts (about 6 amps). Any recommendations? The problem we have is an interesting one. Our house...

During a recent conversation about EarthCruisers, someone asked me about the spare tire mounts and the accessibility of the spares. Since I was going to rotate our two spares onto the rear axle today, I decided to time the various phases of a completely manual tire change - driver's seat to...

I use our 2000 4runner for my 80 mile/day commute and have been trying to get my greatest range out of a single tank of fuel. Today was my best so far - 460.4 miles. Filling the tank took 17.3 gallons which works out to about 26.6 m/g. If the tank is 18.9 gallons total (not sure about that) I...

I've removed the passenger rear fender flare (stock plastic bulge around wheel well opening) on our 04 DC Tacoma as a step in removing the other black plastic piece that lines the wheel wheel. Removals done to gain access to empty space forward of wheel well. Question: I'm ready to reinstall...