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Having been in Antarctica, the majority of diesel vehicles there utilize jet fuel to beat the temperature issue. Heaters for the engine, transmission and battery assist cold starting. Even the generator sets run on the same fuel, so carrying an APU to keep things warm would help. You may want to...

Although not enclosed, this is how I carry my KTM 640.

I'm trying to decide on one of four Garmin units to buy. The primary use will be for kayaking on inland waters. However I also want to use it for off-roading and hiking. The four I've looked at are: Garmin Oregon 400i...

Another 2 cents worth. You might eliminate the hastle you described with stainless rivets as they are compatable with both aluminum and steel. The skin alignment is tricky with the 3M tape but that is what I used on my side walls. However. they were perfectly smooth and flat so tape worked...

I suggest you check out TotalVision in Tuscon. They specialize in systems for off-road. I saw their system last year at Overland Expo and was immediately sold on its performance. If your in the Tuscon area or can be, I'm certain they will be there again at this years Expo which is April 16-18...

Emil, Thanks for all the information and the translation. Roger

EGN/Emil, Thanks for the "Schema". I have purchased the same Isotherm exchanger/heater and a Webasto diesel heater. I was in the process of installing so this thread is very helpful. I have yet to buy a recirculating pump for the hydronic system. Any recommendations? Also, on engine coolant heat...

This forum and others like it can provide a wealth of information, and that depends on sharing. Is everything usable..NO. Some information comes from dreamers who have never built anything and some from professionals who have designed, built and driven expedition campers. They all can politely...

Charlie, thanks for that source I'll give them a call. I actually did try the others mentioned. I buy a lot of stuff from McMaster-Carr. In fact they do have the adapter, which gets you from a male 12mm/1.5 to a female 1/4". What I need is the coupler or a "T" as the tank fitting is male...

Thanks for all the suggestions. I thought I'd try the easy route first, figuring if I can buy NPT brass "T" at any automotive store in USA, a person in Germany could do likewise for the same type fitting with metric threads. If I can't buy an off the shelf fitting I'll make one by cobbling two...

Joe, There are two square receivers welded into the frame which square tube frame bracket slips into. Once inserted each receiver has lock bolts to hold it in. On the back of the cabin I've reinforced an area for a bracket that connects the motorcycle rack to the cabin. In addition to those, I...

Joe, Thanks again for the motorcycle rack idea. I've attached a picture of the completed rack built to haul my KTM 640.

Dave, I really like their 6" and 8" pedestals. If I can't find any like them at a reasonable price, I've seriously thought about making my own version. A one off for my camper build. I tracked down a locking gas spring made by Suspa. How much information can you share about fabrication and other...

Dave, thanks for the reference to Enflite. They have some very nice products. If I'm not mistaken they are right in your backyard in Georgetown. Isn't Austin and Georgetown near each other? My son lives in Austin, so I seem to remember going through Georgetown. Poking around I found a similiar...

If you get any information on this one or anything like it, I would also be interested.