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Got this one also

 

Man that is sexy. Really love the addition to the tail light...

 

That's the extra bright reverse bulb mod.

 

Ehh least it's used for what it was built for.

 

heck yeah bud. does great at malls too

 

Might be some coverage of the tire carrier in my building thread. Link is that picture in my signature.

 

http://www.fourwheeler.com/features/1702-nathans-2008-toyota-tacoma-the-ultimate-overlander/
Are Brute Force Fab, Old Man Emu and ARB have representation on this site?
Shout outs to:
@KB Voodoo
@Cascadia Tents

 

Bruteforce is on here but that's about it I'd say.

OME is kinda thru wheelers

 

Thanks for offering to measure, but not necessary. I talked to TC and the measurements they listed are from bump to u-bolt strike plate while in "ride travel" mode. This is useful information to me so I should now be able to make a direct comparison of my existing leaf pack. I image you'll be to relocating your shocks with their kit to take full advantage of the springs. I know I would.

I spent a fair amount of time researching. In my discoveries, I learned that wheel travel and suspension travel, while very closely related are not the same thing.

Despite this technicality, I learned that it's extremely common for manufactures and vendors to use the terms "wheel travel" and "suspension travel" interchangeably, even if they don't recognize it. The devil is in the details with these things, and that's why I think it's important to ask to better understand to help make informed decisions when truck building.

To amend and correct my previous post, the value I listed for my truck was the actual wheel travel, however I neglected to mention it was under forced articulation (flex travel mode). The measurement is only useful to me and my truck, not relevant for others.

I much better understand your decision to go SUA. Our trucks have limited uptravel to begin with, and with added weight, it only makes things worse, as you pointed out. I know you can't just slap a big u shaped spring on the top of the axle because ride height would quickly get out of control and COG issues. So by going to SUA you help balance out the equation of available uptravel and downtravel. SUA, also lowers COG, a good thing. There are a whole host of other important issues to consider and other compromises made IMO, but I certainly understand the decision much better!

I am interested in hearing your overall experience after traversing some trails.

I am particularly interested in hearing experience with trails with lots of embedded boulders / rocks. climbing obstacles, etc.

Whatever you can share would be appreciated.

Thanks.

 

makin the heavy girl heavier

 

I need a good, not too overpriced, not mummy style, sleeping bag. Recommendations?

Looking at this one that has pretty decent reviews. Wanting something for a little colder weather.

$60 TETON Celsius Regular, 0 Degree Sleeping Bag, All Weather Bag for Adults and Kids Camping Made Easy and Warm Compression Sack Included

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product..._mini_detail?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

 

love my Teton mammoth

 

I'm looking at the Tenton one linked above. Not the mammoth but has good reviews.

 

Those look awesome. I would love to get in on that but at the moment can't justify it since we just got into the new house. But that is pretty awesome I'll have to look into them when the time comes.

 

You do know decked is planning on having their system out in may. Nothing comes close to that for the price.

 

That looks awesome.

After getting my single drawer I can truly appreciate how effective and efficient they are. It's probably one of my favorite and satisfying additions yet. Already want another low profile setup for the fridge side.

Don't mind the absolute chaos and mess surrounding it...

 

Oh you're talking an actual slide on top of everything? Makes sense now.