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    What options in the U.S.?

    What options are there in the U.S. for a 4 x 4 cab and chassis? And what is the correct term for this body configuration. Sitting forward over the engine?
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    Winch mounting options.

    I am trying to figure out a way to use a winch but not have it permanently mounted in the front of rear. I have thought about mounting the winch on a plate. Then use chain to attach the winch to the front or rear of the truck as needed. This is a truck camper and I have additional batteries...
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    Key West Florida May 19 to 25. Snorkeling question.

    I will be on vacation in Key West the end of May. Will it be necessary to have on a wet suit to snorkel in the swallows. Since I have four people to buy for it could get expensive. But I do want everyone to enjoy the trip.
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    Filson Jackets input.

    I am looking to get a jacket. I have decided to get a Filson. The problem is which one. I have narrowed my choices to Either the Stealth rain coat with double layers on the shoulders or the Double Mackinaw. Both will be getting a wool liner. I want something that I can wear in three seasons...
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    Lance 1040 on a flatbed.

    I am in the process of building a new flatbed on a Doge 4500. This will be a similar setup to the Ford F450 Flatbed build that I did in 2008. The biggest mistake that I made the first time, was cutting holes in the boxes to allow the tiedowns to be hidden. And soak everything in those boxes...
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    2008 F450 with a Lance 1040 camper.

    I have a F450 flatbed truck with a lance 1040 camper installed. Truck and camper can be sold separated. Truck is a 4 x 4 diesel four door with 45Kmiles. Lariat trim. 12K Warm winch and skid plate included.Call 318-458-4680 for more details C
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    Winch location for big rigs?

    I am in the process of changing to another truck to put my Lance 1040 on. This truck will be a Dodge 5500. I have a removable 12000K in the front of my F450. And in 5 years I have never had to use the winch. So I have never had to move the winch from front to back. For those of you that...
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    Tuffy Consoles??

    I have thought of getting a console for a 05 TJ. It is so uncomfortable to drive long distances without an armrest. I saw a Tuufy lockable console at a show this weekend. How well do they work. I do not need the style with the woofer or speaker. Any other ideas for a console??
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    Vampa Expresso maker

    I just cleaned up an old 1950's VAMPA expresso maker. Does anyone know how to use it and where to get the gaskets? Thanks for any info.
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    Package from Duluth Trading.

    I just recieved a package with two pair of Duluth Firehose Pants. They were replacements for two pair that I sent back with what I think was defective material. I will not go into details out the old pair,but will tell you that a call to the service department was a great experience. I was...
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    Location of stove?

    To all the wall tent users. I have a wood burning stove. It is going to be used in a pyrimid style tent. It has adjustable height legs. For maximum heat in the tent. Should I put it as low to the ground as I can? Or keep it at a level that is easier to cook on? Does 24 inches in height...
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    Wool pants wearers.

    I am wanting to buy some wool pants. I have found Filson brand carries the whipcord and Mackinaw. Can anyone comment on either styles. I live in Louisiana so super heavy may not be needed, but is there really any differant in the two styles in the real world. Or any other brands that I...
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    Hand held CB radio??

    I have thought of getting some hand held CB radios for uses in different trucks and hiking activities. Are there good Hand held radios? What are some good radios.
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    Where to find fireproof stove vent cloth?

    I am trying to find the cloth material used to run stove vent through a tent wall. Any ideas on what it is called and where to find it. Thank you.
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    Ideas for an awning.

    I am building up a TJ to be tow behind an Truck camper. It will be used for the extra mile offroad. When we get there we would like to be able to deploy some type of awning for shade. Any ideas? home built prefered. Yes it does have a rack above the cab.
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    Padre Island National Seashore

    We had just finished a large remodeling job and were wore out. Nothing is more relaxing then a day at the beach fishing and swimming. But I have a new to me Jeep TJ that I just had Spartan lockers put in front and rear. What a better test that 60 miles of beach? It just so happen that we...
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    Minimum Air pressure for 19.5 ??

    I have a F 450 with 19.5 wheels. I am going to the beach on the 18th. What would be the lowest pressure that I could run with these tires on the sand. Not for long distance, just to a camp site. I have the Jeep for the other 60 miles.
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    Winch anchor and High lift style jack in one.

    Alright. Since my wife thinks I stay on this site more then anything else I do. I have to prove her wrong and let everyone else on the site know what I have really been up to????? I have designed a tool that allows you to use your high lift style jack as a winch and anchor at the same time...
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    Connect lights for a towed TJ Jeep?

    I will be flat towing a TJ. What is the best way to connect lights. Tap into the Jeep wireing or use auxillary light? Do I need to tie off the steering wheel?
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    Samples of Expedion Rack setups.

    I have just had mounting plates in stalled on the windsheild hinges of an 2005 TJ. Next step will be to build an Expedition style rack with a light bar and extra sideveiw mirrors when the doors are off. Any samples or ideas for the rack would be nice. I will have the rear supports bolts to...
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