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Hello, I am just getting started on the research for building the camper box on a new-to-me 2020 F450 chassis cab. I will most likely go with a total composite box (or similar). As far as configuration is concerned, I might forgo the cab over and go for a simple 'box' style habitat. I've...

This is a pretty broad question, but I am bit of a noob to full size domestics. When considering 250/2500 vs. a 350/3500 series truck, I realize the GVWR and load capacity is higher on the 3500 trucks. I assume this is largely related to suspension and being sprung to carry extra loads. Are...

Hello, I need some help figuring out what suspension to invest in for my 2012 OR AC 4x4. I am not new to suspension in general, but new to truck suspension -- so far, I've only setup track car suspension. I am a bit out of my element with trucks and have and hard time understanding what is...

I am building a storage platform for my '12 Tacoma, similar to what is shown in the two attached pics (not my truck). I used a similar setup for a 2+ week trip to Baja in 2018, though mine was made with 2" x 6" cross supports and 1/2" plywood. Super simple solution, works well, but is quite...

I travel quite extensively on business (from the US to Europe). At the end of my business trips I usually take a holiday and head somewhere in Europe that is off the beaten path. I like to hike, dive, kayak, etc. I like to travel light, so I am always looking for clothes that can double for...

Hello, I am leaving for a Baja adventure is a few days (Oct 26th) and I am looking for some advice on which maps would be useful for navigating around Baja. While we are not planning any serious 'off-roading', I am hoping to find something that show primary paved roads, but also some of the...

Needs some input on sleeping pad solution for the bed of my 2012 Toyota Tacoma with the 6' long bed. I am using raised platform that sits above the bed of the truck. I am looking for something 30" wide and about 4" thick; the bed of the truck is just under 74", so I need something that is 73"...

I've been looking for a new rig that I'd eventually take to Baja, and use for trips to the mountains hiking and camping. Came across a 1993 4Runner that is exceptionally clean and has a professionally done swap (from a 1999 4Runner) 5VZE-FE 3.4L + A340F Auto. General thoughts on these swaps...

Hello, This might be a bit off topic, but I am unsure where else to pose this question. A year ago, as part of downsizing, my wife and I sold our beloved 4x4 Sportsmobile. We are now to the point where we'd like to buy a vehicle that is capable of getting us up to the mountains in winter...

For sale: DeLORME inReach SE, in new condition. Bought last year at REI for $300, took it on one 2 week trip and has been sitting unused since then. In new condition will all accessories: charger, cable, lanyard, documents and even the original box. $240/offer shipped in the lower 48...

Hello, My wife and I are planning a trip in the near future -- we'll be heading into the Cascades (Oregon) for a several days of camping. I'd like to mount a winch on our van, but my research suggests we'll need an aftermarket bumper upon which to mount the winch. The aluminess bumpers are...

Hello, My wife and I just had our first adventure in our 2009 Quadvan: we drove back from Fresno CA after having an SMB top installed on our van. While exploring some remote, back roads we managed to get stuck in a moderately deep, icy snow patch. We might have been able to plow threw the...