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  1. 1stDeuce

    2007 Silverado - Buy Once, Cry Once: 1-tons, 40's & a Custom Camper

    Looking good Andrew!! Better fix for the bumper look: Swap to a GMC front end. :) I am not a fan of the high hood Cat-eye front end. The GMC nose had much better visibility than the Chevy thanks to using the same hood from '99 to 2007. I love the .22 cal casings (and not yet a casing...)...
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    Anyone disconnect their front sway bar?

    I'll just toss a couple thoughts in here... Your vehicle will definitely ride better offroad without sway bars, no matter what it is. Articulation should improve as well. In normal driving, you will likely not miss the sway bar(s) on the road, and with stiffer shocks, it will even handle...
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    2007 Silverado - Buy Once, Cry Once: 1-tons, 40's & a Custom Camper

    Oh, now it's not a guppy... Worst lookin hat I ever saw Hehahahah We are coming through with the truck and a new (to us but far from it) camper. A hard side unit that we bought because the old Haulmark is falling apart and the project Phoenix is more work than I could finish before the...
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    2007 Silverado - Buy Once, Cry Once: 1-tons, 40's & a Custom Camper

    I still like your reports, even though you called my truck a guppy. :) Wife and I headed for BC later in June. Probably be west of you by a good bit but you never know. Inspired to go visit BC by your posts, and many Destination Adventure videos after dinner.
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    19.5 F550 question

    Several outfits offer 20" "super single" wheels. They are all pretty expensive, but some do a good job of evening out the track width front/rear, while others work with a rear spacer or new rear hubs so they tuck in a little better IIRC. Either way, you're then looking for a tire that fits a...
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    Tires Limited Selection?

    I'm a fan of 255/85R16's as well as the 17" version. I have a set of 16" Mastercraft CXT's on my Jeep, and when they're used up I'm not sure what I'll do. I previously had 285 Cooper STT's on it, but that was two sets of 255/85's ago, and I much prefer the narrower tires. There are a few...
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    Display to read TPMS data from factory-style sensors?

    I know nobody likes the valve cap style ones but they do work. I have had zero problems due to the valve cap sensors. I have a couple Jansite kits, and aside from a very occasional false alarm, the display works well, is easy to read both day and night, and charges from the sun just fine when...
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    The Road Chose Me tackles Iceland

    My wife and I do two-week vacations every June to escape the Cedar Gnats that come out during that month. (Avoid SW CO and southern Utah in June...) We went to Iceland in 2022 and 2024. Rented a Jimny with a RTT both times and had the time of our lives! This summer we'll visit British...
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    Chilliwak?

    Huh? There's like 20 users now... :) This place has become so quiet... I think life is just too busy for many of us now simply trying to stay ahead of 20 passwords, an app for everything, a job that isn't paying what we would like... Seems like I have never been as swamped as I am now...
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    Fuel tank stud repair

    You could probably also just drill and tap for bolts, or locktite studs into place.
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    Dedicated Snow Tire

    If the tire shop is not careful, the tire bead can be damaged when dismounting tires, particularly doing it dry or on older tires. If you use tire lube to dismount, it's generally fine. That said, it would get expensive and time consuming to do twice each year... I think your plan to find a...
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    255/85r17 Anyone running them?

    Edit: Oops, I did not read carefully enough... I see now this is about 255/85R17... My bad... I love the 255/80R17 size, as well as the 16" version, 255/85R16. I had STMaxx's in this size on my TJ, and then put Mastercraft CXT's in these sizes on both at the next go-round. Jeep still...
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    Dual alternators 12v and 24v

    There is nothing wrong with both voltage systems using the chassis for ground, just be aware that you are pulling more amperage through existing factory ground connection between the engine and frame, and you might want to upgrade it to handle more current. Question or consideration... Rather...
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    Urban 'Burban

    Nice 'Burb! I wouldn't worry about mileage if that's a desert truck, especially if it's obvious someone loved it. That 6.0L will run forever, and if the trans got regular service, it shouldn't have issues either. If the trans hasn't already been rebuilt, I'll warn you that the typical...
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    The Mini Jeep We Almost Got

    Pretty sure they actually produced those... They were called TJ's... :)
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    Carb at high elevation

    It's pretty easy to change the metering rods on an Edelbrock. Pull yours and figure out what size they are. Order a set several sizes larger. That effectively plugs up the metering passage and leans it out. Should be fine to 5000' or so as is, then swap the rods to lean it up when you get to...
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    In bed tank AUX gasoline gravity fed opinions?

    Anything that ties your aux tank to your factory tank is going to be an issue for newer emissions systems. Specifically, you're going to have to tie the vents together and otherwise seal the aux tank so the leak detection pump can pressurize and check both tanks. Ie, the aux tank vent MUST...
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    12v Winch Wiring

    FWIW, a 13,000lb winch (??) as a "portable" winch might be a bit much... Even my "little" 9000lb Warn on a multi-mount was pretty heavy... I suppose synthetic cable drops a bit of weight, but it would be my opinion that you do not need or want a 13,000lb winch for a portable recovery winch...
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    12v Winch Wiring

    Just as I was going to toss the BS flag on the field, Broncobowsher sets it straight... I suggest using welding wire for the run as it's pure copper and has a nice tough jacket. According to charts on the internet, 1/0 is good for 350A, 2/0 should handle 400. I've used 1/0 on most of my...
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    NPS fines AWD owners…

    Nothing in the compendium or the letter to subaru owner that suggests the NPS thinks about lockers. Only mention of that is speculation in the article written by Jalopnik... I read everything they write while keeping in mind that most of them are enthusiasts, but also generally pretty...
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