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I'm considering getting rid of the NFE front seats in my Avalanche and switching to an aftermarket (Corbeau or similar) and am wondering about the airbags mounted in the sides of my front seats. Does anyone know if my computer will freak out if those airbags are no longer present/connected? If...

Hi All, Some of you may recall I'm a relatively new ham and the radio I purchased and installed in my vehicle is a Yaesu FTM-400XDR with a Diamond 55 antenna mounted on my roof rack. With that said, we were on a recent trip very remote. The group we were with was using 157.XXX. My radio would...

You guys may or may not recall that I recently got my Tech license (KM6LSU) and I purchased a Yaesu FTM400-XDR along with a Diamond 55 antenna and installed them in my vehicle. I've programmed in a couple of local repeaters and the reception and transmission are extremely clear - so I'm happy...

I passed my Ham Tech license exam yesterday.............Once I get my call sign, I can actually turn on this radio I bought and installed. I'm excited to make the jump from CB.

Hi Guys - the youngest daughter is wanting to get a Jeep as her first car (she has saved her own money). We have found a 2007 Wrangler Unlimited X hardtop. Auto, 3.8L, 4WD, etc. Looks to be all stock (we are going to look at it in a few hours). Also doesn't look like it has much (if any) trail...

My Av still has the original u-joints - after 179K miles and 15 years, thinking I'm going to swap them out. But, with the 4.88 gears, locker, 35x12.50-17 tires, loaded weight for long duration treks, and the increased trail usage - which type of u-joints should I get? Greaseable with the hollow...

Blocked off the drains to the outside of the forward most cap just inside of the sail panels? I'm looking to add a little more room for my new fridge toward the sides and the gutters run from that drain to the final dump drain at the rear near the tailgate. Both of my runners have been duct...

I've been researching RTTs since the Fall and came down to Howling Moon or Eezi-Awn as my RTT of choice due to quality and longevity. My decision was between the Howling Moon Stargazer Tourer 1.4 and the Eezi-Awn T-Top Xklusiv 1400. I chose the Howling Moon for it's additional features of the...

Hi, I have a 2002 Chevy Avalanche very modified and have recently built an overbed rack for RTT. The 2002 has coils in the rear and torsion bars in the front. I have changed to Hummer rear coil springs and custom Fox 2.0 shocks so the truck is quite a bit stiffer than stock ride. However, I...

Hi All, I just purchased my first ham radio (Yaesu FMT-400/XDR with a Diamond NR-770HB antenna). I have a question for you guys on antenna mounting. I fabbed a roof rack and made a tab for it and mounted it up there - the antenna has a hinge so I can lay it down if clearance is an issue, but it...

Since I added an ARB Air Locker, I had to switch to an onboard air compressor and no longer have a need for my C02 system, so it's up for sale. If you don't have onboard air, this is the best way to be able to air down and air up your tires for varying trail conditions. What's included: // *...

Selling my Tred recovery boards. Taken on trips, but never used. They are in great condition and carry the Tred lifetime warranty. I paid $179, I think current retail price is $149. Selling mine for $100. ****SOLD****

Looking to get a RTT for my Avalanche. I'm intending to build a rack over the caps of my truck and have the bottom of the roof top tent slightly below my roof height in order to minimize how high above the roof it is when closed. Because I have to fab this rack, I have to be positive on the RTT...

This is my first trip report recapping our first ever multi-day adventure trip - so be gentle, it's my first time. But, before we delve into that little tale, a bit of background is in order. We are completely new to this multi-day mobility gig. We are well versed at base camping with our pop...

Hi All - I need some urgent help with my daughter's 95 Wrangler YJ 4.0L. We are literally getting ready to leave on a Mojave Road run Monday at 0400 and her Jeep decides to start acting up. Here's what it is doing: Starts fine, idles fine, runs fine - but then, it will shut off. Electrical stays...

Hi Y'All, Has anyone removed the rear anti-sway bar from their GMT800 rigs? If so, how much looser does it make the rig, loaded and unloaded? I'm trying to fit an ARB diff cover that is formed to strengthen the entire rear differential, but it is hitting my anti-sway bar. So, I'm trying to...

Hi Guys, I'm looking at doing some upgrades, translation: spending money, on my 02 Av. NFE 4WD 1500. Here's what I'm looking to do: 1) Tires - based on what we do, and what we want to do - I really want to go to a 35" tire (General Grabber x3). Current tires size: 285/70-17. 2) Differentials -...

Hi All, I had posted on here awhile ago that I was interested in putting a snorkel on my 2002 Avalanche to improve it's capability and air intake. Well, I'm happy to say that it is finally done. The parts I chose are: S&B Cold Air Intake with Performance Filter (75-5036) Safari Snorkel...

Seeking opinions on whether or not it's a worthwhile Upgrade (change) to go from stock 195 degree thermostat to something lower - either 180 or 170(not sure how low to consider). My rig is 02 Avalanche with 5.3L gas, 4WD and we are in SoCal so we deal with warmer weather and steep grades to go...

Thanks for all of the advice in the other thread wrt putting a snorkel on my Avalanche. Here are some pics of it along with mods I've done (thus far): Mounted a Lowrance and CB. My OnStar was useless as it was analog, so I scrapped it and mounted an external CB speaker in the control slot and...