Lets see some full size pictures...

[xwerx]

I have been lurking for a while now and thought it was time to introduce myself.

This is my rig, loaded with gear for 11 days of fun in the San Juans.
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s111/xwerx/zz.jpg

Airing out, as much as you can stock. On Cinnamon Pass.
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s111/xwerx/Picture621.jpg

The truck is basically stock for now. I have big plans for it starting in the new year..

Daniel

[jcbrandon]

Welcome aboard, Daniel.

It seems that we full-size guys tend to keep a lower profile. Your pictures demonstrate why: Load enough gear for a week and half long trip and the truck still looks the same. Rest assured, we are here, and out on the trails as well. As you have already discovered, ExPo is an excellent group of people with much to share.

Maybe we Dodge, Ford, and GM big pickup folk ought to come up with a secret handshake so we can recognize one another :-)

[Haggis]

Wecome to the Expo Daniel!

I personally think a truck, especially a quad or crew cab, is one of the best all around "Expo" rigs around. Plenty of room for gear, room for the family, and when you get home you can haul firewood or gravel and make your rig work for its keep. When we headed down to the Mon08 trip a couple of weeks ago, not only did we have a weeks worth of gear in the back of the truck, but we had two extra kids for a total of six people on a 6 hour drive. All were comfy and had a great trip down. Here's a shot of my '01 Ram on the forest roads of WV.

http://s246.photobucket.com/albums/gg105/haggis65/mon08/100_0906a.jpg

The truck has the offroad package (factory lift, skidplates and other stuff), looks stock but has a Detriot locker in the rear, Elocker in front, color matched Rhino lining on lower rocker panels and I run 33x12.5x17 DC IIs. In it's work life it hauls my tools, trailers and equipment to scattered work sites. Haggis, the truck, gots to work to earn its way to play.

[motomech]

Here is my rig,welcome to the site
http://img377.imageshack.us/img377/9069/1003509nk9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img364.imageshack.us/img364/4038/pic0330083zc6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Redline]

The smaller/lighter platforms are new to me, and though I like them and they have lots in their favor, I'm still a big fan of full-size diesel-powered trucks. Here are a few tire testing posed shots of my old rig. It doesn't get much more full-size on the trail than a crew-cab long-bed :smiley_drive:

The anti-roll bars were removed years ago and what it doesn't have in suspension flex it makes up for in frame twist.
The first shot is with Toyo MT LT285/75R16E and the other two are with BFG MT LT255/85R16D.

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x186/redlineredline/20060630-095646.jpg

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x186/redlineredline/20070401-162931.jpg

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x186/redlineredline/20070401-163423-1.jpg

[mrblond]

The smaller/lighter platforms are new to me, and though I like them and they have lots in their favor, I'm still a big fan of full-size diesel-powered trucks. Here are a few tire testing poser shots of my old rig. It doesn't get much more full-size on the trail than a crew-cab long-bed :smiley_drive:

The anti-roll bars were removed years ago and what it doesn't have in suspension flex it makes up for in frame twist.
The first shot is with Toyo MT LT285/75R16E and the other two are with BFG MT LT255/85R16D.

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x186/redlineredline/20060630-095646.jpg

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x186/redlineredline/20070401-162931.jpg

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x186/redlineredline/20070401-163423-1.jpg

So whats the better tire? awesome pics, you can shove a basket ball between the bed and cab almost?

[Redline]

Welcome mrblond. What tire is best... you are new here but that is quite a question to ask me. :sombrero:

Instead of cluttering up this full-sized thread with my tire comments, look at a few of the recent tire threads with many post from me and others.


So whats the better tire? awesome pics, you can shove a basket ball between the bed and cab almost?

[mrblond]

Welcome mrblond. What tire is best... you are new here but that is quite a question to ask me. :sombrero:

Instead of cluttering up this full-sized thread with my tire comments, look at a few of the recent tire threads with many post from me and others.

Thanks, I will make it over to the tire threads some day. Those are the same tires I run but the big Diesal gets the Toyos.

[Colorado Ron]

Here is from the front:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2137/2457517366_1f7b4f19f8.jpg



And here is from the rear:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2051/2456632903_2f23e6f7c9.jpg

[mrstang01]

Here is my rig,welcome to the site
http://img377.imageshack.us/img377/9069/1003509nk9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img364.imageshack.us/img364/4038/pic0330083zc6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

I'd like to see a build up on this Suburban, I've been checking out Ron's.

Here's my base:
http://thumb9.webshots.net/t/72/72/7/56/68/2896756680101042469ZQwzVQ_th.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2896756680101042469ZQwzVQ)

[jim65wagon]

Ooooh! Can I play too? I know most people don't regard it as a fullsize, but it really is; really... it's just svelte.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2408/2069202217_d69bbd7ded.jpg

[motomech]

I'd like to see a build up on this Suburban, I've been checking out Ron's.

Here's my base:
http://thumb9.webshots.net/t/72/72/7/56/68/2896756680101042469ZQwzVQ_th.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2896756680101042469ZQwzVQ)

I would really like to "build it up" but cash has been tight lately.
since that picture i added a set of 37/12.50/17's BFG KM2'S and a few more dents.
last week i was able to get a hold of some "pork chop"style tool boxes that i will install over the wheel wells and move the spare to the roof or the rear bumper
currently all my camping stuff is in crates in the back with the third seat removed .For sleeping i lay down the second row of seating and it gives us a 4.5x9ft place to sleep with a foam pad for comfort when we cannot go outside raining etc we have a 10" lcd dvd player hanging from the roof
I can carry 40 gallons of fuel and 14 gallons of water....My 2 kids sleep in a tent LOL

[Redline]

The old Tundra is about the size of an F150, no? You're in Jim :)


Ooooh! Can I play too? I know most people don't regard it as a fullsize, but is really is; really... it's just svelte.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2408/2069202217_d69bbd7ded.jpg

[Rockcrawler]

One more for the fullsize section...

https://publish.comcast.net/rpath/MA6PDM7rJAI8a8gscoxsO6OpQ5VomjmjjtU_kDIGLfaCh11SuZ kbxIk_Nhzj7KABe1ak-5T0FYhp5lfrRysRHGGaYE5O-ITzJ5BUls2QQbQ/

[CSG]

My stock 2001 GMC. It does duty as a fifth wheel hauler so it will stay stock. The roads and places I tend to travel are well served by this rig.

It has the Vortec 6.0 and Michelin LTX M/S 245/75 R16 tires.

http://img388.imageshack.us/img388/7929/9508southhillsshoshonebay8.th.jpg (http://img388.imageshack.us/my.php?image=9508southhillsshoshonebay8.jpg)

[ntsqd]

'91 Suburban, some bits & pieces. Happens to be for sale. (http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=271944)

Goler Wash Narrows:
http://www.broncofix.com/albums/deathvalley08/100_0436.sized.jpg

Mojave Road:
http://www.broncofix.com/albums/deathvalley08/DSCN4030_rotated.jpg

[maximumrob]

Trust me, you want to click on this link. http://www.4x4offroads.com/suburban-49-inch-tires-and-atlas-gears.html

Makes me want to sell the Rubicon.

[Redline]

It was a ways down in the article before they said were they were... but the look of that truck, (having seen others online) immediately made me think Iceland :)


Trust me, you want to click on this link. http://www.4x4offroads.com/suburban-49-inch-tires-and-atlas-gears.html

Makes me want to sell the Rubicon.

[jcbrandon]

Where do those Icelandic guys find those giant fender flares? I've always thought that was one of the coolest things on the vehicles from Arctic Trucks (http://www.arctictrucks.com/).

[Reece04]

90 Suburban AKA Clifford:

these were taken on a trail in the White Mtns May '08

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj21/Hreece04/suburban/2008_0607campout_DM0032.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj21/Hreece04/suburban/2008_0607campout_DM0043.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj21/Hreece04/suburban/2008_0607campout_DM0100.jpg

[motomech]

Wow i loving all the suburbans:bowdown:

[Reece04]

:iagree:
Wow i loving all the suburbans:bowdown:

Great looking rig Motomech!


They are awesome rigs for this kind of stuff. I can pack all my stuff in and still have ample room for sleeping or hauling people.

I love mine, I only wish it was a 2500.

[jdholder]

Yeah - finally figured out how to post pics -

Here's mine - sitting in the driveway - gotta get some action shots!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3087/2844083605_490b2b9e5a.jpg


Rear Bumper:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3043/2844926016_93b4374e65.jpg


Truck Vault Storage:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3229/2844933540_35921614ef.jpg


Cut Open Rear Doors - Storage:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3231/2844094821_eafb522c7c.jpg

[motomech]

Oh nice!Im gonna copy your rear door mod! Got any pics of the on board air setup?

[Reece04]

Nice excursion, is that rear bumper custom or did you buy it from someplace. I really like it!

[jdholder]

Oh nice!Im gonna copy your rear door mod! Got any pics of the on board air setup?


I only have one of the compressor and one of the air bags - it's mounted on the frame rail under the driver's seat - the tank is mounted right behind it and there is a quick disconnect on the rear bumper.

Here's the only two pics I could find:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3233/2858100839_9da9debe5d.jpg


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3130/2858101149_87e2daf570.jpg

One note - I unhooked the bottom of the airbags and made a bucket that the spacer fits down into. Hard to explain, but the airbag was actually limiting the leaf spring droop and with the size of this rig, I need all the articulation I can get. The airbag still works when I pull the big trailer and now doesn't limit any suspension droop.

[jdholder]

Nice excursion, is that rear bumper custom or did you buy it from someplace. I really like it!

The rear bumper started off as a Road Armor unit. But with all the additional fabrication and improvements, I would now call it custom.

I had to have the spare tire mount rewelded and gusseted to support the tire weight. I added the Gerry Can mount - I had the whole bumper boxed and reinforced. It's now pretty bomb proof.

[rhodos]

Here is our Bronco :

http://lh6.ggpht.com/rhodosde/RzXRYxABAmI/AAAAAAAAAQo/TmdumAmWgTU/IMG_4298.JPG
bye, Werner

[Funrover]

WOW, I need to find the pics of my dad and his 1971 International Travelall!!

[Spikepretorius]

it's mounted on the frame rail under the driver's seat
The lifespan of the airfilter doesn't look too optimistic!

[Larry]

Here is my adventure rig.

1978 K10
2002 Vortec 8.1L (I just completed this swap about a month ago)
SM465/NP205
6” Superlift front springs
ORD rear shackle flip with custom springs
Q87x16 Superswamper TSL
Rear Detroit locker with a TruTrac limited slip on the front
Nostalgic Front Hickey Sidewinder winch
Rear Mikemarker 12K winch (to be installed soon)
Snugtop topper outfitted for storage and sleeping

8.1L maden voyage: August 2008
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3108/2801585157_d5451e6d2b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3220/2801585417_dbf5ce62d9.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1321/1211558356_ed246784eb.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1063/1189002264_1996f7d15e.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1364/1189000586_ebd5d091d0.jpg

The "Kitchen"
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1402/1188960242_bc8a1364d9.jpg

Vortec 8100
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3092/2656695450_95dec50dbb.jpg

[HanzoSteel]

Nice rig. That looks like a big hole in that first pic, and is that a hitch basket submerged.

[ntsqd]

:iagree:

Great looking rig Motomech!


They are awesome rigs for this kind of stuff. I can pack all my stuff in and still have ample room for sleeping or hauling people.

I love mine, I only wish it was a 2500.
In this age range ('73-'91) making one a 2500 isn't too hard. Mine started out as a 1500. I used the 14bff, rear drive shaft, and 8 lug bits from my old '79 Sub to convert this one to 3/4t brakes (Very worthwhile!!) and, for the use, an indestructible rear axle. The front conversion is about as involved as doing a brake job and wheel bearing re-pack. I'm not recalling all of the nuances, but I think you either need a 14bff from a Sub or you'll have to move the spring perches & shock mounts. I'm not positive on that though, so I'd recommend searching coloradoK5.com as it has been covered there extensively.
Or you could just buy mine & have one of each! ;)

[maximumrob]

Vortec 8100
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3092/2656695450_95dec50dbb.jpg


That makes you the coolest guy I've ever virtually met.



.

[Larry]

HaznoSteel,

Yeah, that is a hitch basket buried in the quagmire. That basket is pretty much what snagged me up where the winch had to be used. I tried to go around that hole but the front left slipped right in. I am hoping my buddy gets the video up on Youtube soon. It is pretty cool to see it slide in with the front right tire spinning 6” in the air as it tried to crawl out.

Ntqds,

I did the same thing to my truck….swapped on 8 lug front brake rotors and backing plates as well as a rear 14 bolt full floater. I am on the lookout for a Dana 60 for the front but who isn’t these days. Trucks and Suburban’s use the same rear axle. You are probably thinking about a 1 ton rear axles as those do have different spring perches. Same with G-van axles. Below is a Suburban I built for a buddy in Detroit. He drove it from Colorado to Detroit after it got the floater and rotor treatment as well as a fresh turbo 6.5L diesel. He painted it all up in satin black and uses it in the U.P. of MI nowadays as well as Silver Lake. He bought it down here as you cannot find rust free anything back there.

Maximumrob, :D

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3265/2863420144_5df276fcd5.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3201/2862587843_b5d7b24eb3.jpg

[Bella PSD]

http://bellaphotographics.com/FordSuperDutyImages/Ford_Off_Road_Twist_004.jpg

Truck and engine:
02 Super Duty CC Lariat 4x4 (REAL floor shifter W/lock out hubs), 7.3L Diesel, ZF 6 SPEED w/LUK clutch & South Bend Kevlar PB, DP Tuner- Stock HP,40HP,60HP,80HP,120HP,140HP, 1.15 A/R NON Wastgated Van TURBO with ATS housing, and Non-EBV Turbo Pedestal, ITP Over boost Pressure Regulator, Crank Case Vent mod, 4" DPPI down pipe, 4" custom mid side exit straight pipe (before the rear tire), Tymar open intake, Dana 60, 3.73 gearing LS,

Exterior:
IH T 444E BADGES, 06 red Grill, Ranch hand bumpers front and rear W/skid plate, 3 step N-Fab side bars, 06 heated TT mirrors, Mastercraft 35" MUD tires on Helo Maxx 16x10 BLACK RIMS, Superlift 5" LIFT, ARE Z Cap with 4'x5'x6" Con Ferr Roof Rack, 35" spare roof top mounted, Bushwacker Fender Flares

Interior:
Auxiliary Idle Controller, Excursion center console w/Wood & Rear Radio Controls, Triple A-pillar Gauges, Rhino Lined light gray(not black), Garmin GPS 12map, Uniden CB, Husky floor liners (custom cut for 6 speed), Wet Okole Waterproof Neoprene seat cover rear and Smittybilt G.E.A.R. seat covers front, Norcold 60L fridge

Dyno:
320 RWHP and 700 RWTQ with 35" tires before new turbo

MPG
17-22MPG depending on load

Louie!

[theMec]

Bella, nice looking truck. What's the make of the bumper?

[motomech]

Bella, nice looking truck. What's the make of the bumper?

Its a "International"....lol just kidding bad joke.

Looks like a "Ranch hand" to me.

[Joaquin Suave]

http://www.overlandhardware.com/images/ca_images/Truck-N-Barrels.jpg

http://www.overlandhardware.com/images/op-images/turtle-2.jpg

http://www.overlandhardware.com/images/ca_images/ca-int-400.jpg

http://www.overlandhardware.com/images/Romp.jpg

[Larry]

I remember seeing Casa Azul on either The Travel Channel or Discovery. Awesome rig….not too sure about that car on the top though.

[Bella PSD]

Thanks!! I updated my post with more info. And its a Ranch Hand bumper front and rear.

Bella, nice looking truck. What's the make of the bumper?

[theMec]

Thanks Bella.

Larry, are you kidding? That car on the top of Casa Azul totally makes the rig! :-)

[Bella PSD]

jdholder,

I remember you or your Excursion:safari-rig: from The Diesel Stop!!

Louie



Yeah - finally figured out how to post pics -

Here's mine - sitting in the driveway - gotta get some action shots!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3087/2844083605_490b2b9e5a.jpg

[Carlyle]

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f120/Isner/DSC01637.jpg

Ford F350 and Alaskan camper, slightly modded.

[jdholder]

jdholder,

I remember you or your Excursion:safari-rig: from The Diesel Stop!!

Louie


You remember me! I don't hang out there much anymore, the Excursion has evolved a bit from the freeway cruiser.

This is a much cooler site!

[02TahoeMD]

...she's a 2002 Tahoe, too many mods to list here.....

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk196/JohnTahoe/Tahoe%20Sept%202008/IMG_4255.jpg

showing a bit of flex

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk196/JohnTahoe/Tahoe%20Sept%202008/IMG_4269.jpg

[Bill Beers]

2004 Dodge 2500 4x4 during one of the ice races during the 2008 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2121/2283395238_93caec4008_b.jpg

[Haggis]

Thats an awesome photo. You just won coolest snow rooster in the full sized category. :bowdown:

[Zatara]

...she's a 2002 Tahoe, too many mods to list here.....

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk196/JohnTahoe/Tahoe%20Sept%202008/IMG_4255.jpg

showing a bit of flex

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk196/JohnTahoe/Tahoe%20Sept%202008/IMG_4269.jpg

Do you have a pic of the side of the ARB bumper ?
I wanted to see how far it sticks out from the grille area.
I have been looking at the ARB for my truck (Chevy 2500HD) but it sure looks like it sticks out more than I would like.
It doesn't look like it is tucked in as close as the LCs, Tacomas or the 4runners.

[Marc1]

I have been trying to upload some pics of my rig and they just wont go. Any suggestions ???

Marc

[02TahoeMD]

Molonlabe-
The bumper on my Tahoe actually IS for the Land Cruiser 100 series. I modded it to fit. It is a good bit smaller in overall dimensions compared to the Chevy ARB bumper. I am on vacation right now and my net connection is pretty rotten, so I cant post up cross links, but go to z71tahoe-suburban.com, go to Mid Atlantic, and check the pics from the most recent meet and greet. There are side by side photos of a Suburban with the Chevy ARB and my Tahoe with the modded LC ARB. The LC ARB sticks out about 4 or so inches less than the Chevy one.
Other pics located in the links in my sig line too. After vacation I hope to be able to post up how I modded the bumper to fit the truck.
Any questions dont hesitate to drop me a PM....

[77blazerchalet]

..been trying to upload some pics of my rig and they just wont go. Any suggestions ??? Until the upload-direct-from-your-computer feature gets fixed, I resorted to Photobucket (http://photobucket.com/) - it's free, once you put your photos there, you just click on the IMG code which copies the photo and you can paste it in your message here.

Heavy sigh, the poor mileage of my full size, and its need for more restoration than I have patience to do causes me to want to sell it. http://i539.photobucket.com/albums/ff358/19camper77/mychalet1.jpg

[Marc1]

Until the upload-direct-from-your-computer feature gets fixed, I resorted to Photobucket (http://photobucket.com/) - it's free, once you put your photos there, you just click on the IMG code which copies the photo and you can paste it in your message here.

Heavy sigh, the poor mileage of my full size, and its need for more restoration than I have patience to do causes me to want to sell it. http://i539.photobucket.com/albums/ff358/19camper77/mychalet1.jpg


Thanks blazerchalet

[kcowyo]

I have been trying to upload some pics of my rig and they just wont go. Any suggestions ???

Hey Marc - :beer:

The forum's attachment manager is having issues. If you want, you can send them to me and I'll host them for you. Photobucket is great, I use it for some photo storage too. Can't beat free & easy.



Ford F350 and Alaskan camper, slightly modded.
Funniest thing I've read in this thread.

.

[Marc1]

Hey Marc - :beer:

The forum's attachment manager is having issues. If you want, you can send them to me and I'll host them for you. Photobucket is great, I use it for some photo storage too. Can't beat free & easy.



Funniest thing I've read in this thread.

.



Thankss KC.

Marc

[RedDog]

I came across this shot from Kandahar, Afghanistan at the Boston Globe site the other day.

Check the rig these guys are traveling in.

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e399/RedDogAlberta/Alberta/SoxFlag.jpg

[bat]

2006 Ford Super Duty 4x4 6.0 diesel, Fx4, Warn bumper, Warn 16.5 TI winch, Donahoe supension, Roof racks by me ,Gas can holders by me, Hella 500 fog, Hella FF 1000 driving, 35" BFG on Mojave ceramics, IT DOES NOT LIKE SWITCH BACKS

22232


22233

[jdholder]

BAT,

Details please - a picture is worth a 1000 words, but tell us a little about that rig!

[benjamin]

I built this truck about 7 years back and thought I was near finished until I lurked over here [great site] awhile.
http://i488.photobucket.com/albums/rr249/denlou4525/100_0619.jpg
1. transplanted 6.9 IHC TD
2.Dana 60 rear/44 HD front w/1 ton disc brake conversion
3.C6 Three speed auto built w/extra clutches and lower 1st and 2nd planetary set.
4.NP 203 transfercase
5.2" Skyjacker lift and shocks
6.33/12.5/16.5 ATs will be changed 285/75/16s
and alot more.
The diesel transplant increased my short trip [8-10 miles] mileage to 14-16 mpg.
Future mods will be; different wheel tire comb., overdrive or od. transmission and upgraded exhaust.

The camper is an old Avion truck camper that has been totally gutted so I'll be starting with a clean slate. Construction is rivited aluminum with composite plywood/foam floor, walls and "wings".
http://i488.photobucket.com/albums/rr249/denlou4525/sideviewnewflrwings.jpg

Dennis

[ntsqd]

Dennis,
When you get into doing the fit-out of the Avion please start a build thread. I grew up in an Airstream and both of those brands bring back the warm fuzzies!

[benjamin]

Dennis,
When you get into doing the fit-out of the Avion please start a build thread. I grew up in an Airstream and both of those brands bring back the warm fuzzies!


I'll be sure to do that.
As I get closer to starting work on it I'll be looking for some ideas.


Dennis

[rickc]

Full-size! Also a little over-size at 86.5" wide not including the mirrors. It's fine on logging roads but too big for the smaller stuff. I came home with scratches after a "no scratch" ride with a bunch of Landies a few months ago.

It's a 98 and pretty much as it was from the factory with a 6.5 turbo diesel motor. The only thing missing is radio and GPS otherwise it's ready to go. Waiting for my kids to grow up a little. For now it's a camping/kayaking base.

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/redhummer/redhummer/IMG_6734.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/redhummer/redhummer/98HMCSrightrear.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/redhummer/redhummer/98HMCSfront.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/redhummer/redhummer/yakrack.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/redhummer/redhummer/h1dash.jpg

[Redline]

Nice H1, the original Hummer :-)

[JIMBO]

:26_7_2:

------------------------WOW------------------------------

Thats really great and I'm drooling

The only reason I didn't get one is

IT WOULDN'T FIT IN MY 2 CAR GARAGE

Yea sure:exclaim:

Although I am waiting for the H3T

Great show, rickc

:26_7_2: :088: JIMBO

[absolute]

I said it in the rack thread, and i'll say it again!!

That is a thing of Beauty!!!

:bowdown:

[OTR]

RICKC-
Everytime I see your H1, I second think my decision on not buying one. When I still think about it as a DD it does make sense to go with a smaller rig. I say to myself: It's still easier to park my 2nd generation Tundra than an H1. Beautiful H1

[rickc]

Hi all:

Although the H1 is wide it still fits in my garage with the roof rack and kayak supports in place. With standard suspension and 37" tires it is around 73" tall to the roof line so plus roof rack/yak supports, it's around 85" tall which leaves about 1" under the garage door.

It is a lot of fun to drive.

[jharris]

http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo21/jimssn1/Truck/DSC00838.jpg
http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo21/jimssn1/Truck/DSC00841.jpg
http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo21/jimssn1/Truck/DSC00844-1.jpg

[Bella PSD]

Love that Bull-Nose bumper. I used to have one myself!
http://bellaphotographics.com/FordSuperDutyImages/05%20grill%20and%20ranch%20hand%20bull%20nose.JPG

Louie

[phenopd]

My rig is an '03 E350 w/ 7.3 powerstroke, like all big rigs , not the best on narrow trails (scratches) but plenty of room for gear.

[Fireman78]

My trusty 2006 Dodge Power Wagon

[olympiccop2002]

I love those Power Wagons! That color is the greatest also! Nice... :drool:

[Fireman78]

Thanks for the compliment on the color, I originally wanted white, but at the time, the only PW I could find was several states away, and I settled for Atlantic Blue, but after having her awhile, I really like the blue. The truck amazes me every time I take it out. It really can do anything. Toughest truck ever built.

[deminimis]

Its a constant work in progress. Recently finished shock mount mods so I could run Bilstein 7100 rezies. At 10k+ pounds, good shocks are a bonus. Next month it gets new shoes (Toyo M/T). Next week, its a nav system. This weekend going to tackle the noisey LS diff clutch pack (rear Dana 60). Anyway, here we go:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3006/2705054051_182c023767.jpg

[Lookinforlunkers]

Hey Fellas, I am new here and enjoying it very much so far. My truck mostly serves for hunting duty and the odd camping trip right now but I am always adding to it trying to make it as capable as possible.
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee37/Lookinforlunkers/Truck001.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee37/Lookinforlunkers/Truck004.jpg

[02TahoeMD]

Nice ride, always great to see another bowtie here on the site! Welcome aboard.

[akfj40]

http://onfinite.com/libraries/1366389/78a.jpg

2001 f250. i slowly getting it ready for more adventures.

[maximumrob]

http://onfinite.com/libraries/1366389/78a.jpg

2001 f250. i slowly getting it ready for more adventures.


Getting it ready for more adventures? What more could you need? Get out there! Just be cautious approaching obstacles. I'd hate to see you rip out your steering stabilizers. :yikes:

That's one bada$$ truck you have there, sir. Very cool.

[akfj40]

thanks, the stabilizers are going to be replaced with something a little more "out of the way". and come on now no project is ever "done" is it?

[ujoint]

A ram assist would be a good upgrade, keep the pressure off the sector shaft. They like to go snap!

[ntsqd]

thanks, the stabilizers are going to be replaced with something a little more "out of the way". and come on now no project is ever "done" is it?
When they are done, they're for sale!

And to stay on topic, some of the prep mods on my '79 Sub prior to pitting at RM 616 (El Currenta) on the Baja 1000 several years back:
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u196/ntsqd/Suburban/79%20Mods/3662.jpg

[motomech]

Gee thanks:mad: ....now i have something else i have to copy for my suburban!

It never ends lol:hehe:

[Colorado Ron]

When they are done, they're for sale!

And to stay on topic, some of the prep mods on my '79 Sub prior to pitting at RM 616 (El Currenta) on the Baja 1000 several years back:
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u196/ntsqd/Suburban/3662.jpg


I am TOTALLY ripping off that idea!:elkgrin:

[cjmitchell5]

When they are done, they're for sale!

And to stay on topic, some of the prep mods on my '79 Sub prior to pitting at RM 616 (El Currenta) on the Baja 1000 several years back:
http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u196/ntsqd/Suburban/3662.jpg

:bowdown: Awesome! I wish I had room under the Ford's hood for that!

[ntsqd]

Gee thanks:mad: ....now i have something else i have to copy for my suburban!

It never ends lol:hehe:
So you probably don't want to see the frame rail mount for the 2 ton floor jack?
Those filters are spares too, not on a remote pad.

Thanks for the complements!

I hope to be able to make that fit under the FJ60's hood somewhere once I've done the EFI V8 transplant.

[mrstang01]

Plans for both would be great!!! Super cool idea.

[hovenator]

Does my Titan qualify? Here is a pic after the 4" lift......Just getting started.

RedDog....That's a S.O.R.P. truck. Ford only builds those for overseas customers.

[JamesDowning]

Not sure if this counts as full-size... maybe half-size.

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/fp/11.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/fp/7.jpg

My website (link in sig) has more details on the build as it progresses.

Cheers. http://hfboards.com/images/smilies/cheers.gif

[motomech]

So you probably don't want to see the frame rail mount for the 2 ton floor jack?
Those filters are spares too, not on a remote pad.

Thanks for the complements!

I hope to be able to make that fit under the FJ60's hood somewhere once I've done the EFI V8 transplant.

Yes....Yes i do want to see the mount for the floor jack!
Actually i want to see a thread started for your suburban, and as many pic's as possible.

[ntsqd]

Yes....Yes i do want to see the mount for the floor jack!
Actually i want to see a thread started for your suburban, and as many pic's as possible.
Not enough pics for a feature thread, and the '91 is FS so I have no further plans for it.
All of the current pics:
http://s168.photobucket.com/albums/u196/ntsqd/Suburban/
(Quoted links busted b/c I did some house cleaning.)

[Ron B]

here's my hummer. It's a '97 with a few mods, it's a fun truck to drive and wheel. Replaced the springs with bags about a year and a half ago. Much smoother and has variable height. The int pic is from last weekend -- I'm in the middle of re-locating the radios to the rollbars.

rb

[surfobx2009]

This is my GMC Sierra:
It has custom sliders, skidplates, some recovery gear and a cap with folding platform bed.

[James86004]

I finally got a picture of our Silverado in action. It doesn't look as extreme in the photo as it did in person:

http://www.azlro.org/photos/d/38389-2/DSCN0716.JPG

It looks like the bed has displaced a little w/r/t the cab. The only things not stock are the airdam is removed, and the tires are now BFG ATs.

[eugene]

This is my GMC Sierra:
It has custom sliders, skidplates, some recovery gear and a cap with folding platform bed.

What kind of racks are the bikes held in by, did you buy an off the shelf rack or make one?

[surfobx2009]

What kind of racks are the bikes held in by, did you buy an off the shelf rack or make one?
I made it by just bolting some generic fork mounts from Performance Bikes to a 2x8". It works well and the mounts are only like $10 a piece.

[eugene]

I was thinking of making my own, get some U channel so I can mount it on a hitch carrier or in the bed or on the roof.

[adventureduo]

I saw a couple other vans.. so i guess i'll post up one..

http://inlinethumb54.webshots.com/42677/2230408080034696539S600x600Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2230408080034696539AFTfQb)

[Redline]

A Van, and certainly a Sportmobile, is definitely a full-size rig. :)


I saw a couple other vans.. so i guess i'll post up one..

http://inlinethumb54.webshots.com/42677/2230408080034696539S600x600Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2230408080034696539AFTfQb)

[surfobx2009]

I was thinking of making my own, get some U channel so I can mount it on a hitch carrier or in the bed or on the roof.

If your going to put it in the bed I would make your own. I just attach the bike to the fork mount and go, if I am going to be really bouncing around I bungee the back wheel to keep it from chattering around.

If your thinking of putting it in the trailer hitch I would suggest just looking on Craigslist because you can normally find some used racks for pretty cheap.

I thought about mounting some bike racks on the roof, but it is pretty awkward putting bikes on the roof of a car, much less a truck.

That was my thought process when deciding what to do with bikes, hope it gives you some ideas.

[eugene]

There are times though when I want to carry stuff in the truck bed for longer trips. Thats why I want to make rails that can go in any one of three locations. The old hardware store near me used to have this angle, U/C channel and square tubing that had predrilled holes evenly spaced through it, I can't remember the name for it, but I'm thinking a couple of those I could make a fork mount and some straps for the rear wheel then they would be easy to mount to anything else.

[clemsonkrawler]

Heres my full size. 1995 Tahoe with a solid axle swap. Future plans include PSC hydro assist steering, a rear bumper, roof rack, and a few other doo-dads.

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n194/clemsonjeep1/100_6198.jpg

Pic is a little old now. Ive cleaned the axle swap up a lot.

[02TahoeMD]

Nice to see another Tahoe here! Great looking ride, welcome aboard. I love the SAS, how badly did that set you back $$ if you don't mind me asking?

[clemsonkrawler]

Nice to see another Tahoe here! Great looking ride, welcome aboard. I love the SAS, how badly did that set you back $$ if you don't mind me asking?

It wasnt too bad. I have less than 3 grand in everything. High Pinion Dana 44 front with full high steering, dana 70 rear 4.56 gears, Custom Alcan Spings, H2 wheels and tires, TJM Bumper and Tabor 9k winch, Custom rock sliders.

[mstrkage]

99 GMC Sierra 1500. Basic two inch leveling with add a leafs in the rear skyjacker nitro shocks and Dynapro 305/70/16. K&N cold air, dual exhaust and hypertech programmer. This truck has taken us all over Alaska north and south all the way to Kodiak Island. It's been down the ALCAN 5000 miles in 6 days. Storage is extremely limited, I have room under the back seat for an axe, shovel, first aid kit, recovery gear, and a basic tool kit.
Future plans include bullet proof steering and possibly a camper shell for the rear.http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n202/mstrkage/funnyfun021-1.jpg

[TxRider]

My full size rig.. Being built right now. Pics are from when I bought it 18 months ago.

http://killer.playnet.com/pics/M-37/IMG_1847.jpg

http://killer.playnet.com/pics/M-37/IMG_1843.jpg

It's a 1953 M37 3/4 ton Dodge 4x4 military truck.

Stock with a flathead 6 engine, all gear NP200 transfer case with a 2:1 low range, 5:83 gears in the original 9-5/8 axles.

Braden 10,000lb PTO winch up front.

So far It's been stripped to the frame blasted and painted. I changed gears to 4.89:1 in both axles, rebuilt axles/diffs etc. and installed ARB lockers front and rear.

Upgraded to 3/4 ton 4 wheel disk brakes and a modern master cylinder, all new lines.

New reproduction factory wiring harness going in.

I just received my 4bt Cummins deisel today, and am waiting for my spicer transmission from a duece and half 2-1/2 ton 6x6 army truck. I'll be putting a .69 overdrive 5th gear set in it.

It will start with a canvas top, and the army supply canvas rear cover... and I'll go from there. Should have it back up and running for a road trip before summer.

Rebuild posts are all here...

http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20352

[jasonL_031]

heres my full size


http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e62/jasonL_031/My%20Power%20Wagon/DSCI0003.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e62/jasonL_031/My%20Power%20Wagon/DSCI0006.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e62/jasonL_031/My%20Power%20Wagon/DSCI0077.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e62/jasonL_031/Oct%2026%202008/DSCI0305.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e62/jasonL_031/Oct%2026%202008/DSCI0307.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e62/jasonL_031/Oct%2026%202008/DSCI0317.jpg

[conifers4]

I don't care much for Ram's


until yours:bowdown:

[TxRider]

Heh, old and new Power Wagons...

[d0va]

HEre is my Titan aka The Family Ride... INfo 2006 4x4 Nissan Titan Texas Edition, 6" ProComp lift, 17x8.5 MbMortoring V-drive wheels wrap w/35x12.5x17 BFG mud Terrains, AEM air intake, Helix TBS and 4KC lights on air dam....Plenty of scratches and some dents
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd273/d0va/Snake%20lake/DSC_0530.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd273/d0va/Snake%20lake/DSC_0533.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd273/d0va/Snake%20lake/DSC_0409.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd273/d0va/The%20Creek/DSC_2102.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd273/d0va/The%20Creek/DSC_2091.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd273/d0va/hdr/top4.jpg

always looking for trails....

[jasonL_031]

damn i love titans when they are done up nice work.

[d0va]

damn i love titans when they are done up nice work.

Thanks, there is some badazz rigs on this site

[SethG33]

Here's my new girl... she has a Thule Exporter on it and a SimpsonII ARB tent on the back now, too. I need to take a shot of that. Looks Great! 6" Coil overs, Detroit TT in the back, Volant intake and exhaust... and she burns gas=> FAST! Bully Dog Tuner, lots of other stuff...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u251/sethg33/08sethsample04.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u251/sethg33/08sethsample02.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u251/sethg33/08sethsample05.jpg
Fullsized trucks make great touring rigs if you do them right!

[bigdieseltruck]

Love taking my full size off the beaten path. Here I was off roading with some Power Wagon folks at Rausch Creek, PA (trail guide was in the Bronco):

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e346/rallydrivers4/Nov15%20at%20RC/export3.jpg

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e346/rallydrivers4/Nov15%20at%20RC/export5.jpg

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e346/rallydrivers4/Nov15%20at%20RC/export8.jpg

[jasonL_031]

Here's my new girl... she has a Thule Exporter on it and a SimpsonII ARB tent on the back now, too. I need to take a shot of that. Looks Great! 6" Coil overs, Detroit TT in the back, Volant intake and exhaust... and she burns gas=> FAST! Bully Dog Tuner, lots of other stuff...
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u251/sethg33/08sethsample04.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u251/sethg33/08sethsample02.jpg
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u251/sethg33/08sethsample05.jpg
Fullsized trucks make great touring rigs if you do them right!


OMG almost like looking in a mirror except for the fact that i have a power wagon (2500) and inferno red lol. great looking truck

[Evans]

Here's my '02 Ram 1500 ....

http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/26/l_39625073c877415095951fc02b4d4aa5.jpg

http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/8/l_e5b73a0ffb5a423fbc852095b7850d5a.jpg

http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/32/l_7210dd45001749a38f1134b93e9e214c.jpg

[Every Miles A Memory]

Awesome Rigs posted so far! Our's is bone stock, except for some airbags, lights and cap, but it doesnt mean we dont use it for everything its worth!

Exploring the Coastline of Baja

http://everymilesamemory.smugmug.com/photos/423342945_mLF4P-L-2.jpg

The Best Campsites are ALWAYS hard to get too

http://everymilesamemory.smugmug.com/photos/423438568_RrDgt-L-1.jpg

Having my daughter spot for me while driving the Bulldog Trail in Apache Junction in Arizona

http://everymilesamemory.smugmug.com/photos/347801613_9hgSw-L-3.jpg

http://everymilesamemory.smugmug.com/photos/347802777_Rb9LB-L-3.jpg

Fire Roads in New Mexico

http://everymilesamemory.smugmug.com/photos/365258477_bjBMP-L-3.jpg

[Redline]

Pat Bonish
www.everymilesamemory.com


I like the way you use that Full Size, similar to how I have used my F350 :)

[jasonL_031]

nice f350 almost picked one up instead of my power wagon but the power wagon was to good to let go lol. damn i wish ford had the f350 boss edition. that was a sweet rig.

[atlib]

if you want to see some crazy full size Icelandic cars check out www.icecool.is (http://www.icecool.is) these are the latest superjeeps in Iceland (check out the excursion limo)

I saw earlier on this thread that someone was wondering about the fender flares on the Icelandic Arctic Trucks. here in Iceland we have to cover the tires to make the cars street legal, So we have companies making them custom from Fiberglass.

hope you like these rides:smiley_drive:

[BigAl]

If I could only take an unmodified vehicle offroad, I'd go for a full size domestic everytime. This is my stock 04, whether i'm hauling fire wood or doing a 10 hour drive, it never blinks :ylsmoke:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3149/2808810525_e493573456.jpg
photocredit to cshontz

[bonito]

We're new here, but wanted to ad a few pics of our rig in the Wild. Yes there are a few people that use their full size rig to take it to nice places.
:smiley_drive:

[bonito]

few more

[Sport-Trac 01]

I stopped watching this thread for a little bit and, boy, look at all the nice trucks. Lot's of Dodges, but ain't nothing wrong with that. TxRider's is my favorite hands-down though. I'm a fan of OD iron, so it's always nice to see a clean M37 like that.

[TxRider]

Thanks Sport-trac..

I'm really surprised more people don't use old power wagons for expedition vehicles, they are stout old trucks, not too big, and you can still get all the drivetrain parts. They were even exported all over the world, thousands of them in the middle east, asia and S. America up to the 70's not even including the military trucks.

I always though the ambulance version of mine would be awesome, 1 ton chassis and drive train etc and lots of room. Only issue is stock gears are just two 5:83 and 4:89, kinda limits top speeds unless you swap axles.

Like this one, full time 4x4, 1 ton, tough as nails, military, and room in back to spare...

http://www.dodgepowerwagonm880.com/beeldmap/Dodge%20M%20military%20truck%20series/Dodge%20M43%201952.jpg

[jasonL_031]

nice trucks bonito what size tires are you running?

and i love the old dodges txrider

[Maximus Ram]

my '97 Dodge 1500

24904

24906

[bonito]

jasonL_031

I am running 35' Toyo M/T's on stock rims. I have painted the rims now and I love these tires. You can air them down to 4 psi and run them on the street at great speeds. I love the Toyos.
:victory:

[bonito]

I like trucks in black, nice ride
Maximus Ram

[motoexplorer]

Mostly used as a tow vehicle, but has also been used for some exploration itself. Stock 2003 F250 6.0 Diesel. Despite the bad rap on the 6.0, I myself have had no issues with the truck.

http://web.me.com/joeaxberg/Wanderlust/Things_files/Media/DSCF0040/web.jpg

[SunMan]

Awesome Rigs posted so far! Our's is bone stock, except for some airbags, lights and cap, but it doesnt mean we dont use it for everything its worth!

Exploring the Coastline of Baja


The Best Campsites are ALWAYS hard to get too

http://everymilesamemory.smugmug.com/photos/423438568_RrDgt-L-1.jpg





Is that hill climb with trailer heading south out of Bahia Asuncion? Sure looks like it.

[jasonL_031]

bonito

yea i love my toyos too i just dont like how fast they wear i only got 20000 kms out of my 295/70r17s i'm just hoping that i get more kms out of my 35s how many miles/kms do you have on your set?

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400052_large.jpg?434914-012

[Maximus Ram]

I like trucks in black, nice ride
Maximus Ram

Thanks, bonito.:beer: Black is nice when clean. just a pain keeping it that way.:hehe:

[bonito]

On the Toyo's, yes they wear quick, but if you keep the pressure up close to 40 PSI they last better. I got fast wear for first 10.000 miles, they I run 38 psi back and 42-45 in the front. Off road 28-32 front, 18-28 rear.I have over 30.000 miles on them and 2 look ok, but the rear two look more like slicks now. :D
That's why I got a PowerTank (10 lbs Co2 bottle) and I air them down for off road and air 'em up for on road. Works great. Currently I have about at least 2! nails in each tire and no fix a flat or slime in them and only very little air loss a month!:victory:
Now I have to safe up and get 4 new ones. (Let's rob a bank, LOL).

To black its beautiful, I had a black Crown Vic (Ex- cop car) but a pain to keep it clean too, I feel ya. But hey good looks cost a bit of work, look at models (women), it takes them 2 hours to get ready, before then get out of the bath room and spend another hour dressing, LOL.

Stock or not stock, as long you having fun! Who cares if you have a Ram, Ford, Chevy or who knows what, if you are out there and having fun thats' all that counts in my humble opinion.

ps. Do my pictures load up or you have to click on them?
On my computer I only have a link?! Any advise?

[brianjwilson]

Recently traded my 2005 Explorer Sport Trac in...
http://www.rotor-heads.com/images/sporttrac/1-12e.jpg
3" lift, lift shackles, front and rear sway bar disconnects, 33x12.50 Cooper STT's, 4.88 gears, front and rear aussie lockers, front and rear 2" receivers with warn quick connects, xcal 2 programmer and some other stuff...

... For a stock 2006 F150 FX4 Super Crew, 5.4L 3.73 factory trac-loc.
Only mods so far are Bilstein 5100's (2" leveled), BFG KM2 35x12.50R18's, Xcal 2 and window tint.
http://www.rotor-heads.com/images/f150/35d.jpg
http://www.rotor-heads.com/images/f150/35b.jpg
http://www.rotor-heads.com/images/f150/35e.jpg

I've only had the leveling kit and tires on for a week so I haven't had a chance to get off road with it yet. I got tired of tent camping and eventually hope to pick up a Four Wheel Camper Hawk model. For the truck, 4.56 gears and atleast a locker in the rear, maybe limited slip up front.

[ujoint]

Nice truck, those 150's are like luxury cars!

[Northern Explorer]

wow...only a 2 inch leveling kit to fit 35's. A FWC Hawk would look great on that truck. BTW How does the factory trac loc operate?

o and nice truck!!!

[Zorro]

That is far too clean. Ban the fool.:sombrero:

[Redline]

Wow! only 20,000 Kilometers/12,420-miles!? That's too few miles, even for me. How much tread was left (how deep) at 20,000 kms when you replaced them? Do you have a heavy right foot?




yea i love my toyos too i just dont like how fast they wear i only got 20000 kms out of my 295/70r17s i'm just hoping that i get more kms out of my 35s how many miles/kms do you have on your set?

[jasonL_031]

i have about 10-14 mm left of tread lol so they are still relitivly new lol i just wanted 35s lol new they have 16 mms of tread lol. and i dont have a heavy right foot lol

[Redline]

I meant how much tread was left on the Toyo MTs that only lasted 20,000 kms?

i have about 10-14 mm left of tread lol so they are still relitivly new lol i just wanted 35s lol new they have 16 mms of tread lol. and i dont have a heavy right foot lol

[jasonL_031]

about 10mm - 14 mms lol i just wanted new tires some 35s lol

[brianjwilson]

wow...only a 2 inch leveling kit to fit 35's. A FWC Hawk would look great on that truck. BTW How does the factory trac loc operate?

o and nice truck!!!

The 35's are a tight fit, but I have no rubbing at all so far. I haven't fully cycled the suspension yet though, I plan to disconnect the swaybar and find out if/where they might contact anything. They only work with the stock wheels (7.5" wide with 5.5" backspacing). Any more backspacing and they would contact the lower control arm at full lock, and less and they would rub the back of the fender when turning.
The only downside I've noticed so far is that my heavy duty snow chains would probably take out the rear shocks as there isn't a ton of clearance back there. Not that I need chains in Kentucky anyway.

The trac-loc is "okay". My ranger had one too. It works fine with light offroading (forest service roads and such) but it is no locker and you find it's limitations pretty quick. I liked my aussie lockers but my tires didn't as much. I'm not about to burn up these tires with an auto locker, as much as they cost.
I like the idea of the Ected lockers but I haven't heard the best reviews on them either...

[jasonL_031]

nice truck azcpp make me want to put my 35s on my stock rims again lol.

[texasnielsen]

Haven't seen any H2 SUTs mentioned . . . . so here's mine :coffeedrink:

http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/3d69_5.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/IMG_0018.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/IMG_0017.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/camp.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/theboysH.jpg

too many mod's to mention. but in NEED of an equally awesome expedition camper

[REDLYNER]

Couple of Hummers on here!

Mine:

'06 H3- 35"s, lift, custom skids, custom winch bumper, 8k SRT winch

Hidden Valley, CO
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-12/915981/87116562-H3-pic4.jpg

Moab, UT
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-12/915981/75456719-H3-pic3.jpg

Uhwarrie, NC
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-12/915981/58677777-068.JPG

Slaughterhouse Gulch, CO
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-12/915981/54884977-H3-pic.jpg

[18seeds]

I can't remember if i posted up pics of mine but here they are :smiley_drive:

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00420.jpg

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00386.jpg

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00390.jpg

[eugene]

Any of you with the H2's have some hood up pics, I've always wondered how the intake was setup and if I could adapt it to a truck.

[bonito]

18seeds,
what does it look like in the camper, got some pics? I am curious.

Thanks

[18seeds]

18seeds,
what does it look like in the camper, got some pics? I am curious.

Thanks
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00395.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00398.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00399.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00400.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00404.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00405.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00406.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00408.jpg

[18seeds]

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00409.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00410.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00411.jpg
http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo358/sledmods/Northstar%20Arrow%202004/DSC00412.jpg

[bonito]

Thanks "18seeds"

I got to get me one of those. All we have is the Sportz Tent for the moment.
Looks really nice. I like it a lot.
How long does the heater work? Been overnighting in the snow?

[texasnielsen]

eugene,
just saw your post. will get something loaded tomorrow. spent today with what may have been a major part of the country wondering whats next after todays events in D.C.

[18seeds]

Thanks "18seeds"

I got to get me one of those. All we have is the Sportz Tent for the moment.
Looks really nice. I like it a lot.
How long does the heater work? Been overnighting in the snow?

most of my camping is winter camping. I have 2 heaters. The forced air and a wave 3 catalytic. No problem camping at 10k in negative temps. Only mod i did was add insulation in the roof emergency exit above the cabover.

This is my first Hard Side camper. I've had a few pop ups

[texasnielsen]

Here you go; not sure they'll give you the perspective you're looking for. . . .
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/PICT0140.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/PICT0142.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/PICT0143.jpg
http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/texasnielsen/PICT0148.jpg

[eugene]

So only an intake on the passenger side then the drivers is just for looks?
Where is the battery?

[texasnielsen]

Correct on the question. The battery is in on the drivers front side of the engine bay (the radiator overflow is seen in the pictures on the passenger front side for comparison).

[Every Miles A Memory]

18 Seeds, did those windows come stock on that Northstar? I'd love to have some like that on ours.

They dont happen to have a name on them that you could give me do they?

That's a nice set-up

[18seeds]

18 Seeds, did those windows come stock on that Northstar? I'd love to have some like that on ours.

They dont happen to have a name on them that you could give me do they?

That's a nice set-up

yes and no. The insulated windows are an option from NS but are very common on all their hardside models. They are made by Heki

[Marc1]

Here are some pics of my alternative to an SMB. :cool:

marc

[Redline]

And a very nice alternative it is - regular cab long-bed truck!


Here are some pics of my alternative to an SMB. :cool:

marc

[lllateralus]

No EXPEDITIONS in Expedition Portal? Just kidding..

Here is our mostly stock 99' Expedition 5.4, 4x4, 3.73 gears, Trac Loc rear diff, 315 BFG AT's etc. 90K miles, and has been a GREAT truck. Great for exploring our northern Arizona country and chasing trains with the family.

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c221/lllateralus/P1010921.jpg

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c221/lllateralus/P1020095.jpg

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c221/lllateralus/IMG_4496.jpg

[EdoHart]

Great looking rigs here. I've been looking and reading for some time. Here is my current rig and the one before it. Because I don't take many pictures of my truck, these are about the best I have.

[02TahoeMD]

Edohart ~ Nice to see another Chevy guy join up. lllateralus ~ nice Expedition, that was the last body style that I really liked as it still looked like an honest to goodness truck. I drove a rental one all over the West in 99 or therabouts, found it a very enjoyable ride.

Anyway, welcome aboard.

[lllateralus]

EdoHart, what truck do you like more? Your current Chevy, or previous Dodge? What year was the Dodge, and was it a decent truck?
(quality, reliability)

02Tahoe, Thanks for the compliment. I agree on the later style Expos not being as "truck". Much less ground clearance (looks like it) and the independent rear suspension screams 'soccer mom'.
Our Expo has performed admirably off road and has taken us to some remote places.... :camping:

[EdoHart]

EdoHart, what truck do you like more? Your current Chevy, or previous Dodge? What year was the Dodge, and was it a decent truck?
(quality, reliability)

02Tahoe, Thanks for the compliment. I agree on the later style Expos not being as "truck". Much less ground clearance (looks like it) and the independent rear suspension screams 'soccer mom'.
Our Expo has performed admirably off road and has taken us to some remote places.... :camping:

The Dodge is a '99, 1500, 4x4, 5.9L. I still own it. The FWC was a little too much for it, but it's great with the camper shell. Too bad I disassembled the setup I had in the bed, but at least that gives me a reason to build an improved version if I want it. For now it's my work truck.

The diesel Chevy is awesome, but it's not as good off road as the Dodge. It's longer, doesn't turn as tight, and the frame rails are a little lower. However, that doesn't mean that I don't take it just as many places.:smiley_drive:

[bucketosudz]

1990 F250 with a VERY thirsty 460. It is a Love/Hate relationship as I just paid $3100 bones for a new tranny. I works real well for our family of 5, so I have a hard time thinking of a smaller outfit. Its a "poser" pic, but it will suffice for now :elkgrin:

http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv96/bucketosudz/new018.jpg

[Darwin]

Bucketosudz, nice rig. Looks like Boise Idaho? I've got a similar truck 92 7.3 only a bit more ruff I am planning on driving to C. America next year. Should be a fun trip! See you around town.

[bucketosudz]

Bucketosudz, nice rig. Looks like Boise Idaho? I've got a similar truck 92 7.3 only a bit more ruff I am planning on driving to C. America next year. Should be a fun trip! See you around town.

Poky actually, but there has been more than once a threat to move to your "neck of the woods". :drool: I like the 92-96 body styles, they are one of my favorites.

[4WheelToys]

For sleeping i lay down the second row of seating and it gives us a 4.5x9ft place to sleep with a foam pad for comfort

I was wondering... does the second row of seats fold completely flat to the rear cargo deck?

[tlbrewer]

bucketosudz

Very nice looking rig! Needs a 7.3 transplant.

Tom

[bucketosudz]

Tom, Thanks for the kind comments!! It is certainly a looker for year and style but as you suggested, the fuel mileage is horrendous with the 460 and could certainly benefit with a 7.3 Now if I only had the finances and wherewithall to do so!:smiley_drive:

[tlbrewer]

Tom, Thanks for the kind comments!! It is certainly a looker for year and style but as you suggested, the fuel mileage is horrendous with the 460 and could certainly benefit with a 7.3 Now if I only had the finances and wherewithall to do so!:smiley_drive:


Here's a couple shot's of my wife's '91 and my daughter's '91. Both XLT 4x4 SC with 7.3's and 5 spds. Looks like the blue on yours is the same color as my daughter's. I tried to talk her into the two-tone with tan like yours (really like it), but she wouldn't go for it. I may still paint it that way when I inherit it after she graduates from college.:D

I might suggest you drop in here if you haven't already. http://www.oilburners.net/forums/

[locrwln]

Here is mine.

2002, F350, 7.3psd, 6spd, CC, LWB, SRW.
AIS, Walker BTM, Rancho 9k's, Airbags
2002, Lance 1010, solar panel, inverter, two 6volt batteries.

Been to the tip of Baja three times, to British Columbia and most of the western states including as far east as Arkansas and everything in between.

[aquawolfe]

Still trying to figure out where to put onboard compressor.

[DEEZLPWR]

.

[JamesDowning]

I've added some things to my truck... figured I would update this thread:

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/11.jpg

Rescuing a stranded vehicle:

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/6.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/1.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/4.jpg

:smiley_drive:

[buddha]

Here are a few shots of my F150 with my newly installed Yakima rack and Native Watercraft kayak:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3386/3447103149_17a054826f_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3556/3447107693_bf0936fa2e_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3537/3447911762_09e0db5c6f_b.jpg

[xx.xii]

i joined expo a while ago but had such a hard time resizing my picks that i couldnt upload them on my profile...well i got that done and now am in the process of learning how to insert pics in a post. nice rigs everyone has, i gta fullsize gmc yukon 1999,hopefully get a pic up and running today.

[xx.xii]

http://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu275/inkzaddict/99yukonresized600x600.jpg
http://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu275/inkzaddict/kon600x600.jpg
http://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu275/inkzaddict/konwithellalightsresized600x600.jpg

[ntsqd]

That worked! :victory:

Nice truck.

[xx.xii]

That worked! :victory:

Nice truck.

thanks,yea it took a while resizing and then finding a good site to upload the pics to and sending them from my cel to my email then to my laptop,and all that...should be easier now that i got the hang of it.

[xx.xii]

I've added some things to my truck... figured I would update this thread:

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/11.jpg

Rescuing a stranded vehicle:

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/6.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/1.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/chestnut/4.jpg

:smiley_drive:
nice rig, thats a trail blazer right? i defly havent seen one of them rigged up like urs.

[xx.xii]

Here are a few shots of my F150 with my newly installed Yakima rack and Native Watercraft kayak:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3386/3447103149_17a054826f_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3556/3447107693_bf0936fa2e_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3537/3447911762_09e0db5c6f_b.jpg

hey buddha,just wanted to let u know if u didnt realize by now, the decal u have on the driver side of the yakima wind fairing is upside down. i also made that mistake when i put it upside down on my gas tank cover, i am a proud supporter of magpul products and will also put the one and only decal on my truck once they send it in. it would be nice to get a sponsorship from them to finish off the mods on my truck and free pmags maybe,lol.

anyways, just thought i would point that out to ya.

[buddha]

hey buddha,just wanted to let u know if u didnt realize by now, the decal u have on the driver side of the yakima wind fairing is upside down.

Wha??? NO!!!!!! :(

I thought I had checked and re-checked to make sure I got that right! ARG!!!

Well, I guess I'll be making another order from Magpul.... Not the end of the world, right? :elkgrin:

[buddha]

btw, xx.xxii... nice rig! I dig it.

[xx.xii]

btw, xx.xxii... nice rig! I dig it.

thanks man, and yea dont worry i did the same thing with my decal,i had oredered the 6'' and 12'' ,the 12s on back order so i ended up rushing to put the sticker on and i really dont like any stickers what so ever on my ride, but its a good company not many know bout,anywayz, i took it off when my buddies girlfriend said it looked like a v neck tshirt in a circle lol. then i looked at a pmag and saw i had put it up side down. when i get the 12'' sticker im actually gna put it on the rear driver side window up in the upper hand corner tilted, but ill make sure its positioned upright this time.

[4Rescue]

bonito

yea i love my toyos too i just dont like how fast they wear i only got 20000 kms out of my 295/70r17s i'm just hoping that i get more kms out of my 35s how many miles/kms do you have on your set?

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400052_large.jpg?434914-012
:drool: :drool: :drool:

Nice truck mate, I love that they've kept the PowerWagon name alive and kicking... Now if I could get that with the Cummins in it and a 6spd manual...

Cheers

Dave

[xx.xii]

Here is from the front:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2137/2457517366_1f7b4f19f8.jpg



And here is from the rear:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2051/2456632903_2f23e6f7c9.jpg

nice rig

[buddha]

Well, I guess I'll be making another order from Magpul.... Not the end of the world, right? :elkgrin:

Putting that sticker on upside down just cost me $120. I couldn't just order a new sticker... found all kinds of other Magpul accessories, I needed. :rolleyes:

[FishPOET]

Pismo Beach
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/RV/IMG_1229b.jpg

Big Bear
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/RV/IMG_1448tcb.jpg

Mt Shasta
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/RV/IMG_1375b.jpg

Crater Lake
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/RV/IMG_1333b.jpg

Red Rock Canyon
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/TC/IMG_1960TC.jpg

Hunter Mountain - Death Valley
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/TC/IMG_1954TC.jpg

Teakettle Junction - Death Valley
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/TC/IMG_1917TC.jpg

Big Bear near Wilbur's Grave
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/TC/IMG_0347a.jpg

Yosemite
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/TC/IMG_0523a.jpg

Blair Camp - Anza Borrego Desert State Park
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/FishPOET/TC/IMG_2385tc.jpg

[Desert Dan]

H3 at 10,000 feet in Nevada

[Redline]

Very cool, but I don't really consider an H3 a 'full size' rig.

Many people don't think there are mountains in Nevada :sombrero:


H3 at 10,000 feet in Nevada

[JamesDowning]

nice rig, thats a trail blazer right? i defly havent seen one of them rigged up like urs.

Yep, a TrailBlazer. Not too many of us. Here are a few more with my new rock sliders:

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/tecore09/5-2.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/tecore09/10.jpg

http://www.thedownings.us/images/tb/tecore09/29.jpg

Here's a video too:

(click here for youtube video) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sp93axyi4gE&feature=player_embedded)

:wings:

[Outback]

Very cool, but I don't really consider an H3 a 'full size' rig.

Many people don't think there are mountains in Nevada :sombrero:







YUP thats pretty funny since there are more moiuntain ranges in Nevada than there are are in all the other States combined!

[iplayoutside]

Heres Wally our 2002 SMB

[logom]

Hello I'm new and happy to be here. Here's a pic of my rig right after I installed my axles. I still have some parts left to install so I'm not ready for the maiden voyage just yet. BTW, there are some GREAT looking rigs on here!

[BlueBomber]

. BTW, there are some GREAT looking rigs on here!

and now one more. nice truck! you should start a build thread.

[AZCPP]

My Dodge and Mac's Ford in the desert North of Las Vegas.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Buds387/PB270058.jpg
Just my Dodge.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Buds387/PB270060.jpg

[xwerx]

bump..

[bonito]

miss the beach....:safari-rig:

[bonito]

why aren't my pictures showing?

[ce2flaco]

I have only lurked on the site so far but this is my rig.
Not unlike most of the trucks, it's a work in progress. It never seems to end.:)

http://inlinethumb06.webshots.com/44165/2581740600062951936S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb18.webshots.com/7761/2482013220062951936S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb34.webshots.com/18657/2488684720062951936S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb36.webshots.com/45603/2208310960062951936S600x600Q85.jpg

[ce2flaco]

why aren't my pictures showing?

It seems you have to host them on a site like webshots or photobucket in order for them to show up in the post. Apparently if you use expedition portal as the host the pics show as a file to be clicked on.
I had the same problem.

[92 red cummins]

my 1992 dodge w250

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=31438&stc=1&d=1250716930

[bonito]

ah, thanks

[fireflyr]

Nice pictures of the Dodges. I made the mistake of leaving the FJ40 at home last week when we went up into Monache Meadows via the Monache Meadows Jeep Trail. It was 106F driving thru the desert so I thought the family would rather have the A/C etc. I was amazed how well the truck did on the trail. No bumps or bruises and nothing but traction and power. I wish I could shoehorn the 6BT into the cruiser! This truck is basically stock with a 2" leveling kit. The only problem was seeing over the long hood sometimes. The only pics I have are in Monache Meadow on the way out Sunday.

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/CIMG0423.jpg

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/CIMG0426.jpg

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/CIMG0430.jpg

2 weeks before:

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/Monache%20Meadow%20Jeep%20Trail/CIMG0394.jpg

[fireflyr]

Here's a couple more loaded up for the Navarro River in NorCal.

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/Truck/DSC03537.jpg

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/Truck/DSC03540.jpg

[Cody1771]

It seems you have to host them on a site like webshots or photobucket in order for them to show up in the post. Apparently if you use expedition portal as the host the pics show as a file to be clicked on.
I had the same problem.

WHen uploading a photo to expo just click on it in the manage attachments menu, it will open in in a new window and use the *insert image* function and copy and paste the link

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=31720&d=1251346432

[ujoint]

I have only lurked on the site so far but this is my rig.
Not unlike most of the trucks, it's a work in progress. It never seems to end.:)



Awesome truck! Was it in a magazine recently?

[Funrover]

my 1992 dodge w250

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=31438&stc=1&d=1250716930

Love that body style! :drool:

[jasonL_031]

heres just a few from when i went camping at my dads place lol

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs135.snc1/5776_265603485297_539225297_8793529_1601098_n.jpg

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs155.snc1/5776_265603495297_539225297_8793530_1541671_n.jpg

[ce2flaco]

Awesome truck! Was it in a magazine recently?
Thanks for the compliment.
Yeah i got the readers rides hot shot spot in Petersons a few months ago.
Kinda cool. :)

[Heimz]

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/Truck/DSC03540.jpg

Love the Model A Tail lamps! Nice touch, there. Not sure if anyones noticed, but the "trucks" in the Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland have old Ford tail lamps too.


Great trailer, awesome rig too fireflyr!

[Heimz]

Oh yeah, nice truck, Chad! ;)

[ce2flaco]

Oh yeah, nice truck, Chad! ;)

Bumpin into all sorts of folks on this board.

[fireflyr]

When I was rebuilding the trailer JC Whitney was selling them for $14 each. I liked the retro look and stainless steel shell but had to replace the 6v bulb with a 12v one. Funny thing is they only list a left side so I spent 20 minutes looking for the right side until I realized the Model A came with only a left tail light.
I just got thru with a spring over axle conversion:

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee191/fireflyr_photos/M100%20SOA/DSC03785.jpg

[Scott39]

My old full sized rig.

http://i26.tinypic.com/2q32p0n.jpg
http://i29.tinypic.com/2agot28.jpg
http://i28.tinypic.com/2eur3sw.jpg
http://i29.tinypic.com/359mfya.jpg

[Scott39]

Now my new one.

http://i31.tinypic.com/e8semx.jpg
http://i30.tinypic.com/6qa4ir.jpg
http://i29.tinypic.com/255t7xx.jpg

[dino2000]

ready to chase for Baja 250 07'

http://dino2000.smugmug.com/photos/135730797_Wg8dq-XL.jpg

Death Valley 08'

http://dino2000.smugmug.com/photos/249164933_2ajso-XL.jpg

[Cody1771]

^ nice truck, very clean. i like the stock bumper with the light bar, it looks good.

[dino2000]

Thanks man! i'd like to eventually add a reciever to the front so i can run a winch on both ends.

[Loco-Nomad]

Dino 2000 what size tires/wheels are you runnin' there? Nice lookin rig for a Ford! Just Kidding. If I didn't have a Dodge I would have a Ford, but nice setup there!:smiley_drive:

[vtarider]

Dino ,nice rig

what kind of rack and what all is it set up for ?

[dino2000]

Loco: truck has just a leveling kit in it and some decent shocks. Both pics show the 315/75-16 Pro-Comp Extreme A/T's. Wore those out and bought a set of Nitto M/T's in the same size for off-road and i have a set of the 285/75 Dura Grapplers on for everyday use. I'm gettin' old and cant stand the noise from the m/ts for everyday drivin'.

vt: all the rack is Yakima i have collected over the years. The basket is a load warrior. I got it off the side of the freeway on the 580 after an accident had cleared! It must have come off the car/truck and the tow driver didn't bother to pick it up. The cross bars were still attached to it. I have a 2 seat kayak we throw up there when we are going near some water.

[redthies]

Hey Mr. Dino2000... How many miles did you get out of your xtreme ATs? Did you drive it hard or mellow? Regular rotations? I have an F350 and want to run those but can't get a straight answer on longevity. Thanks!

[dino2000]

I got an honest 38K. I rotated them regularly and used them for about a 50/50 mix between everyday and desert. I wouldn't buy them again for the simple fact that for the last third of the treadlife they were insanely LOUD!

It was a good desert tire and if i lived in the desert or spent at least 80% of the time off-road i might consider them again. I ended up with the new Nitto Dura grapplers for every day and a set of Nitto M/T's for trips to Baja and beyond. The key to keeping this setup affordable is the inexpensive steel wheels. I paid 70.00 each for the black steelies.

[Torquey]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2590/3851335986_16a8533c40_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2656/3849652647_b5ef389d84_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2608/3850446382_8b7c757c86_b.jpg

[roostercruiser]

here is my 87 burban

[Funrover]

here is my 87 burban

About time you posted it here! LOL

[roostercruiser]

About time you posted it here! LOL

ive been away for a while LOL never saw this tread

[TRACTION]

Subscribing... need to get some pics together of my rig

[DEEZLPWR]

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[ToaDisco]

Here's my ford. It's primarily the tow rig for my rock crawler, but I'm slowly modifying it for expedition use.

About to put in 4.56's and a rear ARB, and hopefully put a leveling kit on and some 35's after theses current BFG's wear out.

Here's the truck in all its glory.

http://inlinethumb41.webshots.com/42984/2534848970103093946S425x425Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2534848970103093946VMUTiD)

My job box filled with the jerry cans and tie downs. Usually mounted on the trailer. The stock 29 gallon tank stinks while towing the combo below. With the V10, I'm pretty much stuck at 7-8 MPG.

http://inlinethumb31.webshots.com/45854/2861397250103093946S425x425Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2861397250103093946apXkWq)

Here's the vehicle that see's the majority of off road use.

http://inlinethumb48.webshots.com/33775/2091386750103093946S425x425Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2091386750103093946uGAkYs)

[jasonL_031]

heres some updated pics of my pw
http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400064_large.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400065_large.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400067_large.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400068_large.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400069_large.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1345/2801/28361400070_large.jpg

[redthies]

How are you liking your Jayco? I couldn't find any in my area so had to choose between the Fleetwood and Starcraft. We ended up with a 2008 Starcraft14RT. It has been awesome so far. I chose it over the Fleetwood based only on build quality. Being both a cabinetmaker and steel fabricator in careers past I went for the one where things were done like I would have done them! We have sold everything and are leaving for points unknown for at least 6 months and maybe longer. It will be a good test for the Starcraft!

[Funrover]

Here's the vehicle that see's the majority of off road use.

http://inlinethumb48.webshots.com/33775/2091386750103093946S425x425Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2091386750103093946uGAkYs)

Sweet Rover, would like to see more of that rig!

[ToaDisco]

Sweet Rover, would like to see more of that rig!

Thanks. I actually bought the rig as shown in the picture back in the winter of 07 from lwg(just saw he was a member here). Only thing I have done to it that differ from that picture is put some 37" iroks on, add dual batteries, and get some more body damage.

The rig works pretty well for what it is. I will post some more pictures after the next wheeling trip.

[Funrover]

Thanks. I actually bought the rig as shown in the picture back in the winter of 07 from lwg(just saw he was a member here). Only thing I have done to it that differ from that picture is put some 37" iroks on, add dual batteries, and get some more body damage.

The rig works pretty well for what it is. I will post some more pictures after the next wheeling trip.

That is a well built rig!

[Rustyzchopshop]

I saw a couple other vans.. so i guess i'll post up one..

http://inlinethumb54.webshots.com/42677/2230408080034696539S600x600Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2230408080034696539AFTfQb)

i wanna say i saw this in yellowstone in june

[angusdevil]

Here are a few from the past couple months...

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_r5atU5jgsOM/SmSYmzEQq4I/AAAAAAAACFo/v-tl2SknGnw/s800/DSCN0121.JPG

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_r5atU5jgsOM/Sqqa9DPhUMI/AAAAAAAACwk/wvzlDaHZBXg/s800/DSCN0006.JPG

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_r5atU5jgsOM/Sm6FDtBg8KI/AAAAAAAACME/kPqB9_lFbls/s800/DSCN0046.JPG

And the most recent picture....

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_r5atU5jgsOM/SoiMGaMEHrI/AAAAAAAACWs/FYERy5ZDLOA/s800/DSCN0151.JPG

[92 red cummins]

thats awesome that you made all the chrome black. looks good! :drool:

[angusdevil]

Thanks, chrome sucks! It's amazing what a little time and some good rattle can skills will give ya :D

[dzzz]

i wanna say i saw this in yellowstone in june

the adventure duo is on EP

[jeepmedic46]

Looks good.:smiley_drive:

[inked33]

And the most recent picture....

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_r5atU5jgsOM/SoiMGaMEHrI/AAAAAAAACWs/FYERy5ZDLOA/s800/DSCN0151.JPG

looks great without all that chrome. btw what paint did you use on your wheels? thinking about painting mine in a few weeks

[z3r0]

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_r5atU5jgsOM/SoiMGaMEHrI/AAAAAAAACWs/FYERy5ZDLOA/s800/DSCN0151.JPG

dude you stalker
i didn't know you were on here?

[jagular7]

Won this at an online auction.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d99/jagular7/Toter/100_1138.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d99/jagular7/Toter/100_1137.jpg
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d99/jagular7/Toter/100_1136.jpg

05 F350, 11,500#GVW, 6.0lTD, 5-sp auto, 3.73s, 4x4, cloth int., ps, pb, air, cruise, tilt, B&W flat bed with tool boxes, 112k miles. A lot of the problems with the early 6.0s have been warrantied already. From what I had to powerwash off from underneath, I think the previous owner overhauled and didn't take care of the truck. I sprayed for 2 days underneath. Took off 400#s of dirt and gravel. THere was 4" on top of the rear fuel tank.

I was told by city officials, the flat bed (http://www.ci.lenexa.ks.us/planning/parkingvehicles.html) is prohibited from parking in residential areas. Though it is a hard translation from the list, I don't think my truck qualifies. Doesn't matter, I told them I'm selling just the flat bed as it doesn't work for me and my needs. They didn't give me a time limit but I do have to provide documentation on the sale effort. Not a problem, just listing it in CL and provide that link to them.

Didn't know what to ask for the bed, but found another without tool boxes on top but in perfect condition for $4300. So I priced mine at $3450. I think I would prefer a service utility bed with a cap rather than a pickup bed with a cap.

[cyclic]

I just read the web page you listed, here is your fix..........


"Where can I park an over-sized vehicle or my commercial truck?
Vehicles with a designated weight specification in excess of one ton shall not be parked in residentially zoned areas. Any vehicle taller than seven feet, wider than eight feet or longer than 18 feet shall not be parked on residential streets or property.

Other vehicles specifically prohibited in residential areas are:

• flat bed trucks

• dump trucks

• utility wreckers

• tandem axle trucks

• cab and chassis trucks (does not include standard pickups or factory built cab and bed trucks which are designed as a singular unit) if they meet size regulations

Exception: Any vehicle that is performing a service to or upon property in the block where the vehicle is parked or standard passenger vehicles, or recreational vehicles."

Put a camper top of some sort on it and call it an RV!!!!! It is SPECIFICALLY exempted from this parking statute. Hell a ladder rack with a roof top tent or soft top would also qualify, doesn't matter if they like it or not, it's the rules!!!

[redthies]

Those parking regs would have half my town in jail! I park my F350 crewcab lonbox in the "small car" spaces!:sombrero:

[Chuck]

I have more fullsize projects than sense. Tend to prefer my trucks old and ugly compared to the pretty rigs posted up, less gets stolen. :)

My half ton project has been going on for about three years, but I had to put it on hold for the last two while I finished my masters (I needed more truck money). I'll be restarting it this winter after I finish reassembling the one ton and swapping beds this weekend on the 3/4 ton.

The half ton started like this:

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/251322/fullsize/workandplay.jpg

Got naked for a while:

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/277937/fullsize/dsc00524.jpg

And most recently looks a little more like this:

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/462197/fullsize/dsc00784.jpg
http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/472415/fullsize/dsc00799.jpg

There's been quite a bit more work done since, but not much in the way of extra pictures. It's built primarily with tight forest trails and some recovery in mind, and not too heavy on rock or mud. Once it's done we'll probably pair it later on with some sort of pop-up camper trailer. Really looking forward to getting back into this project.

The 3/4 ton will be set up initially as a light duty expedition camper. This pictures are from the last time the bed was off, but this Saturday she's about to get the pristine gray bed off the truck behind her in the photo, which went to the scrappers earlier this year. She'll also grow a fiberglass cap and a sleeping platform. She serves as my wife's daily driver to work, and our light duty tow rig (good for pulling four wheel drives out to trails, and intended to give us a place to camp in back without the work of setting up a tent).

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/538200/fullsize/dsc00979.jpg

I don't have any pictures of the one ton yet, but she's an 87 crew cab that is being built as a heavy tow rig. The last owner used and abused her heavily - he even loaded the bed with enough sand to break the bed floor (turns out that's about four tons, based on how high up the bed sides I measured marks from the sand). I've been reassembling her off and on for the last year and a half or so, but she still has quite a way to go. I yanked her bed this past Sunday, and it will be joining the bed off the 3/4 ton on the way to the scrap yard in about a week and a half. The one ton has a 92" wide dropside flatbed in her future, which I'll probably build later this fall if all goes well.

Nice board, this. Hopefully I'll have a chance to hang out a while. :ylsmoke: