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  1. Gunnslinger

    Suspension Fault Code via GAP Tool

    I have had a Red Suspension Fault indication followed by lowering to the bump stops twice in the last month. GAP tool fault codes below. I am thinking it's time to replace an Exhaust valve. If anybody has experience with this failure, I would be grateful for your feedback. FWIW, turning off the...
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    LR3 OEM Rack and Thule T bolts

    Does anyone know if the Thule T bolts will fit in the LR OEM rack slats? Thanks.
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    1999 100 Series Buying Advice

    My son and I stumbled upon a 1999 Land Cruiser with 205000mi. At a glance, it appears to be rust free. The engine starts and idles with no warnings or cautions illuminated. Interior is a little sun burned but the leather seats looked to be in good condition. The owner wants $6,000.00. I plan to...
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    High Mileage Tacomas

    Looking at Tacomas for a teenage driver. There seem to be good examples for sale in our price range, most with 100,000 miles or more on the odometer. If anyone has advice or warnings regarding high mileage Tacomas, I'd be grateful for the information.
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    LR3 OEM Rack Accessories

    Has anyone used Thule accessories like the ski holder or surfboard holder with the OEM LR rack? I'm not certain at this point whether I am trying to talk myself into or out of installing the Frontrunner rack. Frontrunner has an awesome selection of accessories for their rack. Cheers,
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    Red Suspension Fault

    Last Friday morning I drove my LR3 (2009) through the automatic car wash. To ensure clearance for the lights on the rack and the hi-lift jack, I put the car at access height and put it back to normal height after the wash and drove to work without issues. After work, about 5 minutes into the...
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    2011 Xterra Battery Upgrade

    I would like to replace the stock battery in my 2011 Xterra with an Optima yellow top but the positive and negative terminals are in opposite locations (Stock battery + post is aft and - post forward, Optima + post is forward and - post is aft) and the cables will not reach. Any suggestions?
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    Battery upgrade vs dual battery install

    I need more battery capacity to run my fridge. I do not really want to install a dual battery system and wonder if upgrading my stock battery to an Optima Yellow Top will provide any significant benefit. I would be grateful for any feedback. Thanks, Gunn
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    Roof tent mounting options on Nissan Xterra

    Has anyone mounted a rooftop tent on an Xterra? Using the factory rack? or maybe a Baja Rack. I like the Gobi rack and ladder setup but do not think I can find one here (UAE). Thanks
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    2011 Nissan Xterra Offroad

    Any opinions on the 2011 Nissan Xterra - 'Offroad' trim includes a locking rear differential. How useful is the factory roof rack? Thanks
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    2004 Discovery Tips

    Purchasing a 2004 Discovery with about 60,000mi in an extremely hot dusty environment. Any advice on what should be checked? Replaced? Modified? I want to stay with stock parts where practical to do so, other than tires. Headliner is falling down in back seat area. Any clever tricks to get...
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    Maps for Delorme PN-60w

    Does anyone know if maps of the Middle East, Africa, are available for the Delorme PN-60w GPS? Thanks.
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    Abu Dhabi

    Any expo members in the UAE? We"ll be living in Abu Dhabi and would love to meet any fellow expeditioneers.
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    Auxiliary/replacement fuel tank for gas engine

    Does anyone know of a replacement or auxiliary fuel tank that will fit on a 2006 Dodge Ram. The hemi is very thirsty and it seems like the fuel tank options are limited to diesel engines.
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    Ram Rear Suspension Hop

    Guys, I drive a 2006 Ram 1500 Megacab with a KORE Recon suspension and 35" BFG AT's. The KORE suspension added a Deaver leaf pack to the rear. Every now and then, when travelling across a bumpy stretch of asphalt and the bumps are spaced just right, the rear wheels will start to hop violently...
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