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    Storage drawers for a large(r) SUV - NJ

    Drawer storage system for full size SUV. Size 48" long, 41" wide and 9" tall. Pictured in 1st gen Toyota Sequoia. Will fit Nissan Armada and I believe even Pathfinder. Built from 3/4" plywood, painted gray and covered in carpet. Drawers are on heavy duty sliders (non-locking). There is a...
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    Question for Subaru owners - where do you mount solar controller and battery?

    I just sold my full size SUV (Toyota Sequoia) and purchased a 2012 Subaru Outback. I managed to squeeze about 70% of my usual gear under the trunk's floor but I definitely took a hit when it comes to storage space and cubbies. But gained about 10mpg in a process so all is good. Anyway, I want...
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    Question: 1st gen Sequoia and solar panel

    I am looking to add a solar panel on the roof of my 2003 Sequoia. If anybody done that before, how did you route the power cable from the panel to the interior to the charge controller? I would need to route it somewhere in the rear hatch area as the battery pack is in the back.
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    Need recommendations for budget DC to DC charger for portable power station

    I am planning on buying one of those 300W (or slightly bigger) portable power stations. Something that will allow me to charge phone and run small refrigerator for a few hours when I am not connected to the grid. Most of the time, the power station will be recharged from AC but there will be...
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    Budget 12V refrigerator (Costway, Alpicool, Vevor, BougeRV) - recommendations needed

    I am looking for a budget 12V refrigerator. I know that ARB, Dometic and Engel are probably the most reliable and good buys but for the few weekend outings a year I do not want to spend $1K+ on one. So I am looking at budget options like Costway, Alpicool, Vevor or BougeRV. All at around...
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    Need ideas where to mount a charging base for two handheld radios

    I have a 1st gen Sequoia and would like to mount (pretty much permanently) a charging base for two handheld radios. Just looking for ideas where to mount. I do have a drawer system in the back that I built but would rather keep the radios accessible for when I need them on the trail without...
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    1st gen Sequoia - question about spare tire fitment

    Does anybody know if 265/70R17 tire will fit under the car where the spare tire is? My car originally came with 16" wheels but they were upgraded to 17" at some point (and from 65 to 70) so the size is bigger by a couple of inches. Now, I have to find a matching spare and I am wondering if the...
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    WTB: BF Goodrich KO2 265/70R17 used tire and 17" wheel for Sequoia/Tundra (for a spare) - local NJ

    I am looking for a KO2 tire in 265/70R17 size (used) and any cheap 17" rim that will fit Sequoia or Tundra (6x5.5 or 6x139.7). Trying to build a spare setup as my wheels were upgraded to 17" and the spare is still 16". Have 16" wheel with new but older tire available for trade/sale. Would...
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    Tire recommendation needed for ride quality and mild offroading

    I am looking for a tire recommendation. In order of importance (from most to least), the keywords are: good pavement ride quality (quiet), decent wet/snow (I live in NJ) and decent for mild offroading (read: fire roads). I just bought a Sequoia that came with BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A K02 tires...
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    Swapping truck for a SUV - anybody done that and can share your experience? Pros and cons?

    Didn't know where to post it so I picked this forum as it should have most number of truck and SUV type vehicles. I am currently driving a 2018 Chevy Colorado Z71 truck. Handy vehicle for our camping, biking, skiing and boating (inflatable) adventures. Unfortunately, I do have a habit of...
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    Anybody switched from Montero to XJ and can share your experience?

    I need a winter/trip 4x4 vehicle. Originally, I wanted to get a Mitsubishi Montero but every time I browse the "for sale" ads, I see like 40 XJ Cherokees to 1 Montero (full size, not sport). I know that Montero is bigger, maybe better stock and cheaper but it also looks like it is harder to...
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    WTB: 4 door Mitsubishi Montero (northern east coast)

    It is probably a long shot but I am looking for a 4 door Mitsubishi Montero. Close to stock preferred. First or second gen, auto or manual, 4 or 6 cylinders. I am flexible because I am looking for a fun car without any particular long term plan in mind. I am in NJ but willing to travel...
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    Montero gen II.5 - what to check when buying?

    I am going to check out a 2000 gen II.5 Montero today. It is a low mileage vehicle (less than 100K). I know the basics what to check but are there any gen II.5 specific areas that I shouldn't miss? Any rust prone areas, engine sounds, oil leaks, etc?
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    80s/90s S10 Blazer or S15 Jimmy - the square one - worth getting into?

    I am looking to buy a late 80s or early 90s square SUV. I have posted in the Mitsubishi forum about gen1 Montero but didn't get many replies or much info from the actual owners. So I am moving here with another square body truck that I like. Any insights from current owners of late 80s or early...
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    Buying Gen1 4dr Montero in 2020 - am I sane or not?

    A little intro from a new member here before I get to the topic. I currently drive a 2018 Chevy Colorado Z-71 that I bought new. It is an OK truck (size-wise) but has some shortcomings that drive me crazy. I do a lot of camping with kids, drive up to the ski resorts in the winter and need to run...
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