Dream Expedition vehicle
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I think Adventure Trailers makes it, but i haven't seen it on the site for the JK yet..
And my dream expedition vehicle would either be a 2011 EarthRoamer XV-LT with most of the ER options, Rigid LED lights, and the new 6.7L Power Stroke, budget allowing.. or a RRC with VM Motori 3.0L Diesel and AutoHome OverCamp RTT. :safari-rig:
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skysix
Adventurer
Probably old news
I thought that with a narrow (like the narrow Autohome Overcamp that is oriented lengthwise) design instead of the roof rack stuff, a Swedish "offroad" bumper with 3 Lightforce lights and with a Aus style indoor cabinet/drawer storage system from the front seats back this could make a great vehicle
I thought that with a narrow (like the narrow Autohome Overcamp that is oriented lengthwise) design instead of the roof rack stuff, a Swedish "offroad" bumper with 3 Lightforce lights and with a Aus style indoor cabinet/drawer storage system from the front seats back this could make a great vehicle
Ironduff
Observer
When I was in my 20's, one of my fantasies was to own a Mike 8 (LCM, landing craft with a ramp bow), with living quarters in the well deck and a jeep or old Power Wagon (40's-50's vintage) in front. Run up on the beach, drop the ramp, and drive into town. Ah, the fantasies of youth.... 
Jim H.
Jim H.
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Deleted member 9101
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Slightly toned down and luxurious version of the MRAP
Very top heavy, and the A/C sucks...but.. you don't every have to worry about parking it in a bad neighborhood...lol
Viggen
Just here...
Why? There isnt much out there that isnt a known fault and that cant be fixed with readily available stuff. Do they have their quirks? Sure they do but sometimes thats the fun of it.
Its not the destination, its the journey...and a Land Rover makes sure of that. Sometimes the windows, sometimes they dont. Sometimes central locking works, sometimes it doesnt. I dont mind. Makes the trip a little more interesting.
S
Street Wolf
Guest
Really? I must love me some good nightmares then.
109 Pretender
Observer
Seriously though...
You guys crack me up w/all the "creative" choices you've entered into this thread.
One thing I noticed was an overwhelming choice for Diesel engines - that's great and certainly the best choice for maintenance AND for fuel availability. Also, diesel stores well and that battered 55gal. drum over by the chicken coop in the middle of nowhere, 3rd world is probably good enough to fire up your vehicle. Gasoline goes bad so fast in hot climates I'd use diesel myself.
I guess we're all romanticists at heart and masochists on a daily basis if we choose Rovers and/or ex-military vehicles. I love my 109 Land Rover and I trust it implicitly because I personally rebuilt every nut, bolt, and rivet myself. And I've owned it for almost 30 years now - But, I'd never drive it more than 100 miles a day because it's so uncomfortable for anyone over 4'6" tall. If it's not fun, why do it?
There's a bunch of great old military spec machines and many would seem to be excellent candidates until you try to go across a border ck point between warring countries. You might get your vehicle impounded or refused at best. Ex-Mil vehicles done right might be civilianized enough by painting - but parts for a H1, Pinzgauer, Volvo c series, etc aren't in every 3rd world's (or Industrialized world's) parts store. And you're gonna need that part to get home...
As much as it pains me, I think the best vehicle would be a Ford or GM 3/4 to 1 ton truck chassis equipped w/4x4 and diesel engine. Probably a manual gearbox because they're easy to field repair. Parts are current and either in stock or easily shipped from a zillion locations worldwide. Do a custom bed/camper like the Turtle 5 and you could go anywhere in the world you wanted without raising eyebrows at the border and get replacement parts easily (if even needed). And if you get jacked along the way you go buy another one just like it. (Wouldn't you be P.O'd if someone stole your pride and joy you spent years and a bunch of money on while you were traveling down in Patagonia??). You don't want to have too much invested in a vehicle you are using where people don't have insurance and/or D.L.'s or where the local militia thinks your ride is better than their ride - remember THEY have the auto weapons, not you.
A couple strategically placed stickers from this site along w/your favs would put some of the romaticism back into the equation and you and your family would be safe and comfortable in the ride as well.
But, I do know where we can get some cherry Saxon APC's with ultra low miles if you guys want to do a group buy!! :smiley_drive:
Safe Travels
Cheers!
You guys crack me up w/all the "creative" choices you've entered into this thread.
One thing I noticed was an overwhelming choice for Diesel engines - that's great and certainly the best choice for maintenance AND for fuel availability. Also, diesel stores well and that battered 55gal. drum over by the chicken coop in the middle of nowhere, 3rd world is probably good enough to fire up your vehicle. Gasoline goes bad so fast in hot climates I'd use diesel myself.
I guess we're all romanticists at heart and masochists on a daily basis if we choose Rovers and/or ex-military vehicles. I love my 109 Land Rover and I trust it implicitly because I personally rebuilt every nut, bolt, and rivet myself. And I've owned it for almost 30 years now - But, I'd never drive it more than 100 miles a day because it's so uncomfortable for anyone over 4'6" tall. If it's not fun, why do it?
There's a bunch of great old military spec machines and many would seem to be excellent candidates until you try to go across a border ck point between warring countries. You might get your vehicle impounded or refused at best. Ex-Mil vehicles done right might be civilianized enough by painting - but parts for a H1, Pinzgauer, Volvo c series, etc aren't in every 3rd world's (or Industrialized world's) parts store. And you're gonna need that part to get home...
As much as it pains me, I think the best vehicle would be a Ford or GM 3/4 to 1 ton truck chassis equipped w/4x4 and diesel engine. Probably a manual gearbox because they're easy to field repair. Parts are current and either in stock or easily shipped from a zillion locations worldwide. Do a custom bed/camper like the Turtle 5 and you could go anywhere in the world you wanted without raising eyebrows at the border and get replacement parts easily (if even needed). And if you get jacked along the way you go buy another one just like it. (Wouldn't you be P.O'd if someone stole your pride and joy you spent years and a bunch of money on while you were traveling down in Patagonia??). You don't want to have too much invested in a vehicle you are using where people don't have insurance and/or D.L.'s or where the local militia thinks your ride is better than their ride - remember THEY have the auto weapons, not you.
A couple strategically placed stickers from this site along w/your favs would put some of the romaticism back into the equation and you and your family would be safe and comfortable in the ride as well.
But, I do know where we can get some cherry Saxon APC's with ultra low miles if you guys want to do a group buy!! :smiley_drive:
Safe Travels
Cheers!
FreeManDan
Adventurer
AC in this thing is bumpin! Better then an up armored humvee, lots of leg room, central tire inflation. If only it came in yellow we would all say good by SUV, hello LMTV:sombrero:
skysix
Adventurer
As long as we are looking at military surplus - my vote goes to the Tatra RM-70
Which when stripped down and with more driving friendly windows is very maneuverable and big enough for a longterm expo cabin
Check out the Europa Truck Trial team that uses one at minute 2:01
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVuubGNEcCI&feature=PlayList&p=0F4BDB53A6A3F7A2&playnext_from=PL&index=1"]2009 Video[/ame]
Which when stripped down and with more driving friendly windows is very maneuverable and big enough for a longterm expo cabin
Check out the Europa Truck Trial team that uses one at minute 2:01
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVuubGNEcCI&feature=PlayList&p=0F4BDB53A6A3F7A2&playnext_from=PL&index=1"]2009 Video[/ame]
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