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No. We have though about it, but at the end of the day, it's just not worth it.
Even to ship vehicle (RORO) costs at least $2000+. And I think we would get more kick out of building a new one.
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No. We have though about it, but at the end of the day, it's just not worth it.
Even to ship vehicle (RORO) costs at least $2000+. And I think we would get more kick out of building a new one.
izaicinajums
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Lots of driving and being back in the groove, check out new post: http://bit.ly/1GcCvZX
Despite the fact that we have turned wheels Northwards and finished our 6 month test drive, we haven't done with traveling and south.
As we start rebuilding Astrid and preparing for real journey south, new posts are going to come, stay tuned :victory:
Despite the fact that we have turned wheels Northwards and finished our 6 month test drive, we haven't done with traveling and south.
As we start rebuilding Astrid and preparing for real journey south, new posts are going to come, stay tuned :victory:
izaicinajums
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Not on a paper. But we do have a feel for what worked and what didn't (Cooper tires....). What we did underestimate as unnecessary and what we had to much of.
I am thinking about putting it down on paper, as well as we are looking forward talking about "Lessons learned on 6 month test drive" at NW Overland Rally in June.
izaicinajums
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Long time no see... This time I came with new blog post 
Choosing your house on wheels for next, who knows how long, is never easy. Read more about our experience in latest post! http://bit.ly/1cZJHOt
Choosing your house on wheels for next, who knows how long, is never easy. Read more about our experience in latest post! http://bit.ly/1cZJHOt
Stroverlander
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Glad to see an update and that you've decided to stick with Astrid the Astro and perform a few modifications.
More puncture resistant tires and ARB compressor should reduce stress levels and you make great points not only about the fridge but about having a convertible couch to comfortably lounge in the van when you have to.
Excited to see what you come up with for convertible couch/bed and solar setup as well!
More puncture resistant tires and ARB compressor should reduce stress levels and you make great points not only about the fridge but about having a convertible couch to comfortably lounge in the van when you have to.
Excited to see what you come up with for convertible couch/bed and solar setup as well!
Wiley
Adventurer
I was lucky enough to avoid punctures down there with BFGoodrich AT/KOs 235/70R16s. Since I am under 6 foot I am planning a bed across the back to create some living space as that was one of my biggest complaints....I started with a bed for a king, and it kept getting smaller and smaller as I went.
Great photos.
Great photos.
izaicinajums
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Yeah, BFG appears to be a way to go on these trips.
You are lucky in that sense, I am 6'2"-6'3" and my wife is ~ 5'9" and there is no way on earth we could sleep across. Will post pictures when I get to build of sleeping platform/couch. On a paper of course it looks easy.
izaicinajums
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Just in case you were still wondering why we turned North after 6 months heading South - check out our latest blog post: http://bit.ly/1AebAwV
P.S. We are back to travels (initially Europe, then hopefully back south) in less than 2 months
P.S. We are back to travels (initially Europe, then hopefully back south) in less than 2 months
izaicinajums
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We have started working on Astrid v0.2.
It is interesting and very challenging, as there are two of us, who have never built anything. Probably not going to be prettiest build, but it should work well. First thing we are building is "The Hub" – structure that is going to be a home to dual battery setup + ARB fridge + all controllers.
Will try to provide updates from time to time on how our build is progressing.
We hope to finish and test the build by mid-June, and attend NW Overland Rally 2015 at the end of June.
It is interesting and very challenging, as there are two of us, who have never built anything. Probably not going to be prettiest build, but it should work well. First thing we are building is "The Hub" – structure that is going to be a home to dual battery setup + ARB fridge + all controllers.
Will try to provide updates from time to time on how our build is progressing.
We hope to finish and test the build by mid-June, and attend NW Overland Rally 2015 at the end of June.
izaicinajums
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Hello All,
We have been keeping this topic quiet, as we are currently traveling in Europe. We hope to get back to driving south in Fall.
Meanwhile we have posted update on the changes we made to Astrid since we returned to Canada. Changes were done in preparation for Fall 2015: http://www.expeditionportal.com/for...ro-AWD-quot-Astrid-quot?p=1893342#post1893342
Safe and Adventurous travels everybody!
We have been keeping this topic quiet, as we are currently traveling in Europe. We hope to get back to driving south in Fall.
Meanwhile we have posted update on the changes we made to Astrid since we returned to Canada. Changes were done in preparation for Fall 2015: http://www.expeditionportal.com/for...ro-AWD-quot-Astrid-quot?p=1893342#post1893342
Safe and Adventurous travels everybody!
izaicinajums
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We are not traveling south right now, but we did travel North.
Just in case you are interested in pictures from Scottish Highlands - check out our latest blog entry
Just in case you are interested in pictures from Scottish Highlands - check out our latest blog entry
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izaicinajums
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If you enjoyed first part of Scotland pictures, then you might enjoy the second as well
Check out our latest blog post to see part II
Check out our latest blog post to see part II
izaicinajums
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We have finished our Trip around Latvia on bikes, it was fantastic and you can read more about it on our blog: http://www.izaicinajums.com/p/apkart-latvijai.html
Unfortunately at the very end of adventure Dace took a bad fall and has to stay in bed for two moths, which means we will have to delay our adventure South.
We are very positive that everything is going to heal well with enough time given and we will be able to return to Astrid and travels south sooner than later
Unfortunately at the very end of adventure Dace took a bad fall and has to stay in bed for two moths, which means we will have to delay our adventure South.
We are very positive that everything is going to heal well with enough time given and we will be able to return to Astrid and travels south sooner than later