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  1. Jwestpro

    Studded vs non-studded Nokian LT2/3 - calling fellow northerners & Canadians

    The search function didn't really pull up much.... Northern folks with yrs of experience using true winter tires and studded on HD vehicles (not sedans/cars) I would like your use experience and opinion on choosing studded vs non-studded of same model. For example Nokian offers several models...
  2. Jwestpro

    Studded vs non-studded Nokian LT2/3 - calling fellow northerners & Canadians

    Northern folks with yrs of experience using true winter tires and studded on HD vehicles (not sedans/cars) I would like your use experience and opinion on choosing studded vs non-studded of same model. For example Nokian offers several models in both versions. I have used the LT2 studded a...
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    LR3 (LR4 RRS) air strut replacement job step by step

    From another forum, I listed my procedure but thought I'd also post it here for others to add any tricks or clarify some aspects for others that come along. I am not asking for opinions on how I do it but if you have a thing you've done that is potentially 'better', please post it. I can do...
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    Do Land Cruiser folks fret over extended warranties like the Land Rover boards ..??? !!! Doubt it....

    because it came up in another forum and my mini rant should give good pause to many folks, not all, but most. I'm going to use this opportunity for a mini-chat on cash flow ;) There are of course many factors that are different for everyone but if you could get coverage to 100k as well as a...
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    *988 miles* 2013 r1200 GSA $17k, all options, cases/extras *last oil head* Seattle

    Finally selling and yes, less than 1000 miles. If this were a used Leica camera lens, it would list as 9+ or 10. No scratches on the tank where it's common from your jacket, seat newer than a demo bike, etc. Never dropped, garaged since delivery, some rain, never any salted roads. Serviced...
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    (Photos added) Selling: 2013 BMW GSA (oil head) w bags n bits. 988 miles. $17k

    Alpine/white. Yes, selling a nearly new 2013 gsa, All options (ESA, ABS, trip computer, heated grips), plus bmw hard cases w matching interior/exterior GS dry bags, ALT rider aluminum engine guard, cruise control grip end, ALT rider side stand soft ground wide foot. And yes, it has less than 1k...
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    Dodge Pro-master - limited tire size by frame/body!

    This van with ladders was apparently not an "overland" build but the BFG TA KO2 got my attention. Then what really got my attention was the crazy tight tire to body clearance, and I don't mean just some superficial body cladding plastic junk. I poked around and found the body support metal to...
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    2007 LR3 - my 10 yr build thread...

    Realizing I never started a proper "build thread", I'll begin it now as a 10 year anniversary thread. I'll update this first page soon with the basic full rundown which is usually where people make their 'wishlist' or plans. In this case, it'll mostly be 'done as such'. However, is the...
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    LEAST aggressive "off road" tires used ? Full size E rated Michelin M/S 2 ?

    LEAST aggressive "off road" tires used ? Full size E rated Michelin M/S 2 ? So we are all familiar with the common quest for the most aggressive tire for off road use that will hold up, etc. I'd like to hear from those who are not caught up in having the most aggressive tire...
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    Least aggressive off road tires used? Michelin LT M/S2 experience ?

    So we are all familiar with the common quest for the most aggressive tire for off road use that will hold up, etc. I'd like to hear from those who are not caught up in having the most aggressive tire possible but instead one that lasts a long time and does just fine most of the time. I started...
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    Calling LR3 and LR4 lowers, loyalists, cool aid drinkers and skeptics...

    Anyone here who, like me, does pretty much love their LR3 or LR4 but if looking at the used market for couple year old LR4 and upon realizing a 2013 Land Cruiser is roughly the same $$$..... ? How to make it an equal comparison? Well, some of the things that make and LR4 "better" become...
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    Gutting LR3 cargo area for build out ?

    Anyone know of someone who's removed all of the side plastic shrouds, 2nd and 3rd row seats, possibly headliner, to maximize the volume for a liveable space build out? I've been wanting for a more useful space ever since seeing a tightly but well put together Defender 110 cargo area and think...
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    2009-2012 or NEW 2013 G class for overlanding?

    Aside from pricing whenever it's the new model, would anyone here really consider buying a new G class of either US build for overlanding? It seem to be a general consensus that nobody will buy a new G class for overlanding or that the people who will buy at new price levels, do not visit any...
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    2009-11 G55 good overlander? Better than other current makes?: LR3/4, RR, LC

    I need help! Maybe in more ways than one seeing as I'm seriously considering a new G55....opinions and experience or other ideas would be greatly appreciated. Aside from purchase price, how do folks view the current G550 and G55 in terms of reliability, engine & transmission...
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    pros/cons? G55 2003-2004 vs G55K 2005+ vs non 55

    I've been solidly a Land Rover person for almost 400,000 miles/10 years. My first "travel" vehicle (and first suv) was a 1996 Discovery bought used in 2000. It was great when I knew nothing of the other options out in the world because it was simply the best thing to me, I was happy. Over...
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    New 2009 G550, 2009 G55 or 07 G55 for trips?

    Maybe a silly question to some people.... So, I'm having a hard time with these - love them, really do and have even gone so far as to measure all the interior and exterior dimensions to be sure it will "work" for my needs. This is for long term, 10yrs plus and is a business deduction as well...
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