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  1. Westy

    SnugTop Camper Shell (AZ) Dodge 6.5 ft full size

    Located in PHX, AZ area SnugTop Super Sport Camper Shell $1,500.00 obo Blue Fits full size Ram / Dodge 6.5 ft bed Currently mounted on 2006 Dodge crew cab 6.5 ft bed May fit others too Good condition. Clean. High quality shell. Flush-mounted All Glass Side Windows New lift gate struts and...
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    How Do You Store Your Garbage?

    I've been using a pet food bucket (3-gal) with a trash bag as liner. Simple, inexpensive, seals up well with a screw top lid plus rubber gasket seal and impervious to weather. Easy to clean if needed, light and stores great plus has a metal handle to hang off bumper during the day for trash...
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    Hard-Sided Pop-Up Camper by Hiatus Campers

    @trabs00 What did Hiatus have to say about the situation with your camper? Any updates?
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    Tires

    G/Y Duratracs: I believe much of the reason they get a bad rap is because vehicle manufacturers use the least expensive/low load rated/cheap Duratracs. Almost like a P rated truck tire basically. They inherently do have weak sidewalls. I've seen two of them go bad this year on Colorado Bison...
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    2016 F-250 Rear Springs- Deaver or Alcan?

    I have a recent experience with Alcan and I would buy from them again, all good. I had them build some front and rear springs for my FJ60. Great service and quality. I just had them ship the springs to me, no experience with their installation or shop. I've got a handful of trips they have seen...
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    On board air options

    I've had two Viair compressors, one was the 450 and another was a real small compact unit. Both had problems after a lot of use and a few years. I wouldn't consider them a great option especially to mount in a vehicle, but thats just my experience. Maybe others have had good luck with Viair. A...
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    Full Size Dodge Thread

    Added a 3rd gen Dodge Power Wagon to the vehicle family last fall. First Dodge, been a Toyota guy forever. Needed some more capacity and the 3rd gen fits the bill vs the newer larger full size generations especially for back country use. Smaller dimensions, simpler truck, rear leaf spring. G56...
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    How many of you ACTUALLY overland with your 80s or 60s

    60s & 80s make great wheeling and camping rigs for those who use them. Long extended trips or short trips. Great drivers on and off road. Been using old Cruisers for a long time now to get into the back country in comfort with reliable capability. They can squeeze through most old trails and two...
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    06 power wagon

    @35xj Very nice rig and setup. I picked up a '06 PW 6 spd last year in similar condition and have been slowly prepping it and using it on some trips to figure out what is needed. I've been really enjoying it so far. As I suspected - For a full size, I am finding it quite maneuverable and...
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    2020+ E350 SMB vs F350 ext cab Flatbed Popup Truck Camper

    Biggest advantage of the truck camper is the ability to have a truck at anytime after dismounting the camper. A lot more versatile vs a van.
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    Scepter Water Jug - What am I Doing Wrong?

    I use one of these, works good on the Scepter. Simple and effective for dispensing. https://www.igloocoolers.com/products/24009-standard-push-button-spigot-for-2-10-gallon-water-jugs-white
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    Wanted: Kodiak Flex Bow Canvas 10x10 tent

    Looking to buy a good condition Kodiak 10x10 Canvas Flex Bow tent. Located in AZ. Thanks,
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    What size Maggiolina to get for my 4runner?

    Looks great. Nice choice.
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    What size Maggiolina to get for my 4runner?

    I've been using a medium Maggiolina Extreme for awhile now. Its mounted on an '85 Land Cruiser so the size works quite well but on a 5th gen 4runner that roof profile is much narrower so I see your dilemma. First, your going to be very happy with the decision either way because its a quality...
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    Autohome owner, ladder upgrades

    Buy this ladder. Big upgrade in strength, adjustability, compact....fits any RTT and surely you'll find other uses around home or camp for it too. Xtend & Climb 750P Aluminum Telescoping Ladder Type II Home Series, 8.5-Foot
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    Ways to Keep Warm in Your RTT

    Upgrade your sleeping bag / system. Consider a core + overbag, basically a sleeping bag inside another. This company out of Colorado called Wiggy's, they make good quality sleeping bags at a reasonable cost. I would contact them directly and they will be able to address your issue and find a...
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    2020 State of the Cheap 12v Air Compressor

    I've got a Viair 88p, had an MV50 many years back. They are both extremely cheap and ultimately become unreliable sources of air as the years go on. I use my compressors with the vehicles frequently, so they have seen many fill ups. the 88p failed this year, which was 2 years 2 months since...
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    Maggiolina extreme mounting on an expo rack

    I have a Maggiolina Extreme mounted on three crossbars, secured using gutter mounts. I thought this would provide you a good example and picture for reference. The rack will create more issues than its worth as explained above, plus the costs involved.
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    Ratchet straps, electrical cords and other "tangle-ables"

    Roll up the big straps / ratchets and wrap with a large rubber band or velcro strap. Started using the Front Runner bungee straps as well, much simpler and easy to use for securing small to medium gear.
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    Shovel mount hardware - new ideas?

    Drill a hole through the spade and run a steel braided cable through it if there is not a handle to loop through.
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