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  1. Jr_Explorer

    As long as we are talking iPad Alternatives... Kindle Fire?

    So I've been looking at the 8.9" Kindle Fire HDX. The 4G version has a GPS sensor. It runs Fire OS 3.0 "Mojito". Is this an Android spin off or a truly proprietary OS? In the Amazon App Store there are many Android navigation apps. But they are all for Android devices. So has anyone been a...
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    Mojave Road Sept 26-29, 2013

    Well let me start by providing links to the original planning thread (http://americanadventurist.com/Forum/showthread.php?553-mojave-road) and a trip report thread over there (http://americanadventurist.com/Forum/showthread.php?804-Mojave-Rd-Sept-2013). I thought I'd put my rather redundant...
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    Eneloops at Costco

    We were at Costco today and they had a package (see link below) with eight AA and two AAA Eneloops, a couple C & D size adapters (IMHO not that useful) and a four cell charger for $19.99 after instant rebate! That is about the same as the best price you can readily find for just the eight AA...
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    How Wide is the Flippac Rail Width

    My Flippac is scheduled to be complete 7 July! (I know, believe it when I see it) In preparation I want to get the tripple bulb seal that AT uses. I've sourced some but it seems awfully wide. So my question is how wide is the Flippac surface that interfaces with the bed rail. I have a full...
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    Lifetime Tent Trailer at Costco

    We just got our Costco coupon booklet and they have the 84 sq ft Lifetime Tent Trailer on sale for $2k. Valid May 9, 2013 - June 2, 2013.
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    "Soft, Grippy" A/T tires that offer more pavement grip than off-road performance?

    "Soft, Grippy" A/T tires that offer more pavement grip than off-road performance? I didn't want to hijack the thread started by BBslider001 where he is looking for stock size tires. So I originally posted a reply relating my current experience with larger tires: And got these two...
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    Rubber vs Metal Valve Stems

    I know this may turn out to be a "Ford vs Chevy" or "ARB vs Eaton Locker" discusion but here goes. I've got my set of Craig's List Hummer 2 Wheels and just had them checked for runout, roundness and balance and they look good. So tires are in my future. My truck has metal valve stems on it...
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    Are There Rack Bases/Feet for Series "L" Cargo Track

    So does anyone know if there are Bases/Feet for a rack system that interface with Series L Cargo Track? The Series L track (http://www.sure-lok.com/products/floor-anchor-systems/series-l-track.html) is pretty awesome stuff. I'd like to be able to put some up on the shell and then be able to...
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    An Interesting Report On Diesel Lubricity

    For those of use with oil burners this is an interesting report. A bit of biodiesel is the best way to keep things well lubed :Wow1:.
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