Forum: 4x4
02-19-2011, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 8,114
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Forum: 4x4
02-19-2011, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 12,456
Re: TIRE CHOICE
I decided on the Toyo Open Country A/T
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/0607a82dfc6c93986f0d35157b16849b.jpg
They are E rated, I think 3200 lbs per tire. There was a little...
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Forum: 4x4
02-08-2011, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 12,456
Re: TIRE CHOICE
Have you noticed a difference in fuel economy? From the photo it looks like they are brand new so I'm assuming how they wear is still in question. I'm wondering if they would still be good for a...
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Forum: 4x4
01-18-2011, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 12,456
Re: TIRE CHOICE
they also have the open country in an E rate, but it isn't quite as aggressive.
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/546663d9cbff8fd63d2e41d021092f86.jpg
But, I guess they work...
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Forum: 4x4
01-18-2011, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 12,456
Re: TIRE CHOICE
I was also looking at the Toyo Wild Country xtx's, but I think they only come in the D rate
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/85691a9a3b0f7e16c192591b45995d8b.jpg
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Forum: 4x4
01-14-2011, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 12,456
Re: TIRE CHOICE
Just FYI, I was really interested in the Toyo Open Country (I have them on my VW Baja), but Les Schwab no longer has it in the 315.
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Forum: 4x4
01-14-2011, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 12,456
TIRE CHOICE
We're at about 35,000 miles on our 2007 4X4 SMB. My choice for tires at the time of the build was the BFG All-Terrain 16" 315's. They have been a good tire for the most part, but, due to some wear...
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Forum: Towing and Toys
08-16-2010, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,169
Re: new Addition
full side view
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/773b5f923f1081d4970bcf0f2ddc96c5.jpg
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Forum: Towing and Toys
08-16-2010, 05:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,169
Re: new Addition
I made a few changes so far..
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/8fa19a1bd85b0d8a1f9756da13a52bec.jpg
more to be done. :b6:
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Forum: Towing and Toys
08-12-2010, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,169
new Addition
While we were on our last vacation I was contemplating getting something to pull behind the SMB. I had my KTM, but my wife, and the dog, couldn't very well fit. I thought about a Jeep, but I also...
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Forum: Show & Tell
07-07-2009, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
Re: New Toy for my SMB
I just ordered a Moto Tote Sport hitch mounted carrier. I really liked the design. It should be in at the latter part of July, or the beginning of August. Here is a pic of the unit....
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Forum: Show & Tell
07-02-2009, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
Re: New Toy for my SMB
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/b84015763155cf248673b4b9a901aacf.jpg
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Forum: Show & Tell
07-02-2009, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
Re: New Toy for my SMB
New pics of my F800GS. Installed Jesse bags... https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/05a6d91b3516d362eca92559ee08c587.jpg
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Forum: Show & Tell
06-25-2009, 10:04 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
Re: New Toy for my SMB
Yes. My garage space is limited for a variety of reasons. Also there are a certain times where a stand up/fold up trailer can be useful when on the road.
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Forum: Show & Tell
06-24-2009, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
Re: New Toy for my SMB
I think so. The "Stinger" trailer I have is REALLY close to the ground, and it has no suspension at all. I think the Kendon's at least have a leaf spring to handle some bigger holes and rocks that...
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Forum: Show & Tell
06-24-2009, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
Re: New Toy for my SMB
That's the question of the day.... The bike is around 450 - 500 lbs. Versa Haul makes a hitch mounted carrier for "sport bikes" that is rated at 600 lbs. I have to attach an extension to clear the...
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Forum: Show & Tell
06-23-2009, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,018
New Toy for my SMB
Just added this BMW F800GS to my stable. In the process of getting it outfitted for exploration.
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/gallery/images/upload/2f60288641ea07148b7ff1c9d617e6ca.jpg
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
09-02-2008, 07:04 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,015
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
08-06-2008, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,015
Mechanic in Reno/Northern Nevada area
I'm trying to find a reliable mechanic for our '07 SMB Diesel in the Reno area. Not really that interested in Jones West Ford for a variety of reasons. Suggestions :t1:
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
04-15-2008, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,916
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
03-20-2008, 10:17 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 6,526
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
02-06-2008, 09:33 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,621
Alaska
I lived in Alaska for 10 years - 5 in the Anchorage area and 5 in Valdez.
We used to travel the Alcan every year during our vacations. Most of the time it was driving the full length at least one...
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
11-18-2007, 10:38 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,892
Nevada, Utah, Arizon, California Trip
We recently took a trip from Reno to Zion, then off to Lake Powell, and back home through Death Valley and Bishop, California. I am writing up a trip report in www.expeditionportal.com...
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
10-16-2007, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,134
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
10-15-2007, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,756
We have the propane furnace. It worked great. I...
We have the propane furnace. It worked great. I think it got down into the 30's during the night, and the furnace only came on a few times. I do a lot of snow camping and I would keep the top down...
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