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murphtron replied to the thread Dollhouse round #2, redemption.Yep. Thatās what happens when you get old! And the internet happens in the middle of it. Itās an interesting experience being young... -
That really shocked me. The Maze was a really obscure place back in the 1970s, except to a small number of backpackers and probably...
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murphtron reacted to JTopsUSA's post in the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top with
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This is Mike with JTops. We have used the same US mesh manufacturer (Twitchell) for 14 years and this is the first time anyone has... -
murphtron replied to the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top.+1
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murphtron reacted to dougcjohn's post in the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top with Like.
Offer it to groupā¦ Iām sure someone would buy it. JTops are desired by many. If tossing it in garbage, post a pic! Someone would take...
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murphtron reacted to MickeyT's post in the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top with Like.
Donāt diss the jtops. Sure, it uses Velcro. But itās commercial commercial-grade adhesive Velcro system to anchor the shade to the...
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murphtron reacted to Thatguylegit69's post in the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top with Like.
Yeah, for real. Hell, even if it was bought to have as a spare, it'd be worth it for postage costs. That dude seems somewhat delusional.
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murphtron reacted to SierraBronco's post in the thread The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco! with Love.
Searchingā¦ We drew these up ourselves then sent the DXF to sendcutsend.
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murphtron replied to the thread The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco!.Iām no suspension expert! Iād defer to @Snacktime. But my gut is if you feel the need to tune the suspension itās probably best to go...
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murphtron replied to the thread The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco!.I have the 8112s and just spent 5 days and over 500 miles bombing through eastern California/western NV desert and mountain trails, and...
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murphtron reacted to BroncoStorm's post in the thread The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco! with Like.
Congrats getting them on. That advise makes no sense. Nor does it say that in the manual
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murphtron reacted to dougcjohn's post in the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top with Like.
I hear ya on the Velcroā¦ but, itās one time down on cage rails and it stays. From that point on, itās great! The JTops is thicker, zero...
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murphtron replied to the thread Sunshade that is not a PITA to keep under hard top.Personally I like the Jtops because it actually goes edge to edge. Especially important in the front so thereās no glare peaking in...
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Not surprisingly, there's a video... You just need to stay off the Alvord when it's wet. Same with Owyhees. Mud gets dangerous. -
murphtron replied to the thread Joyce Lake, Oregon finally reached.Pretty lake. Nice drone shots. Oregon question: have you explored the Alvord area? Looks pretty during spring but it seems like the...
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murphtron replied to the thread Broaddict trail deck installed.Iāve seen other reviewers where people just replace the pullout handle with a soft grab handle to make it fit with existing tables. Now...
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murphtron replied to the thread Broaddict trail deck installed.If you remove their handle and replace with a soft handle will it then work with a tailgate table?
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murphtron reacted to Charlie Mike's post in the thread Best and cheapest tire deflators: Boulder Tools. with Like.
I had the Boulder Tools kit originally but switched to the Over Sand ones after a few trips. They weren't cheap but I like the reference...
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murphtron reacted to Oldhippie's post in the thread Best and cheapest tire deflators: Boulder Tools. with Like.
Actually pretty fast and accurateā¦usually get them all within a lbā¦
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murphtron reacted to Ducati1098's post in the thread Diff Drop and Ford Performance CV Axles Install with Like.
Because theyāre two different kits made by two different companies š¤·āāļø IMO the broken innovation kit is much better, and made by a...
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murphtron replied to the thread Sound deadening.Also like this idea! I also did killmat in the cargo area and sides when everything was torn out to do audio upgradesā¦ that are just...
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I did the cargo area and the bottom of the cooler in the rear floor. I also did in the passenger side around the factory sub. Going to...
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I agree with others here. Iāve done extensive work and trial and error. The kilo mat plus closed cell and 3m thinsulate works amazingly...
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murphtron reacted to zuke's post in the thread Inner Tie Rod Trail Repair Kit: Looking for Feedback with Like.
Actually used my TD tie rod kit this weekend for the first time after carrying it for 5 years.. Made the job a quick and easy fix...
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murphtron reacted to Murraydog11's post in the thread Inner Tie Rod Trail Repair Kit: Looking for Feedback with Like.
I got one of these.
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murphtron replied to the thread Inner Tie Rod Trail Repair Kit: Looking for Feedback.Iāve got it too! Never used it. I like the moving blanket idea in a prior comment. And I need a better jack. Bottle jack or inflatable...
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Thanks for this validation. The rotopax setup is over $400 which just seems crazy for two plastic jugs and a strap system. I keep coming...
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murphtron reacted to SROC3's post in the thread The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco! with Like.
Exactly :) I have KINGs on mine and they rock.....but really not like these. I drive fast on narrower rocky trails and it's solid...
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murphtron reacted to BroncoStorm's post in the thread The BEST Suspension is HERE: Bilstein 8112 DSA+ for Ford Bronco! with Like.
Dont forget, you're getting something better than a full mid travel kit for a fraction of the cost. No limit straps, bump stops, or...
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murphtron replied to the thread Dollhouse round #2, redemption.I carry a plastic 5gal Harbor Freight gas can that I carefully fill. It does not smell at all in the cabin. I store it in the rear...
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murphtron reacted to khsonic03's post in the thread My Bronco Raptor Fire Total Loss Experience with Like.
That's fair. And some of my friends thought I was crazy for getting another one too. But my thought process is: planes occasionally...
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murphtron reacted to Gluestick's post in the thread $24,950 SLATE Truck / SUV Info & News with Like.
Iād rather have all EV or ICE but do not want the complications of managing both on a long term vehicle.
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murphtron replied to the thread Dollhouse round #2, redemption.Didnāt know about gas at Hite. Times do indeed change!
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The marina at Hite has been closed for many years, so no gas from the south via the Road to Hite trail The closest ālast gasā if you...
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My Ranger had a 14 gallon tank filled in Green River, if I went again I'd carry one extra can anyway. Yeah, and reservations???
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murphtron reacted to JoHo's post in the thread DIY custom battery mount Ecoflow Trail 300 with Like.
SCS does really good bending so you could have saved yourself a lot of welding! I have my 110VAC outlet for my much larger battery...
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murphtron reacted to MilesTeg's post in the thread When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco? with Like.
Ford really should publish, in detail, what everything does in all vehicle configurations. Might make me use the annoying dial when/if...
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murphtron reacted to dgorsett's post in the thread When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco? with Like.
I shift to 4H or 4L as needed, I may engage both more than most folks because I dont want to tear up the trail and appreciate the...
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murphtron reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco? with Like.
Found the voice memo from my Off-Roadeo instructor re: various goat modes, a couple more interesting details ā¦ Wheel speed/traction...
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We spent Easter 1988ish in the Maze with an 86 Ranger with a Four Wheel Camper, kids had an Easter Egg hunt in camp. Came as close as...
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murphtron replied to the thread Dollhouse round #2, redemption.Wow the Maze requires reservations? Times change. Does it really require extra fuel to get there & back? Pretty sure I never carried...
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murphtron reacted to jbellousux's post in the thread 5,000 mile / 15 day camp trip to Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Sedona (report + photos) with Like.
I agree that Zion is overrated, especially when coming from Yosemite. Yosemite is definitely overrun but has so many more options than... -
murphtron replied to the thread 5,000 mile / 15 day camp trip to Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Sedona (report + photos).Nice trip report. I was in Yosemite a few days after you. Weather started out similar but then cleared and was great. Park was not...
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murphtron reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco? with Like.
Pretty much my exact approach. Also Iām in M, 1st gear on any steep, rocky ascent or decent. Forest service roads = 4A.
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murphtron reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco? with Like.
Yeah, Off-Roadeo opened my eyes to the usefulness of the tech in specific situations. Before, I too was āIām old school! Manual!ā But...
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murphtron replied to the thread When off-roading, do you use goat modes or do you manually configure your Bronco?.Same. Mud/Ruts is exactly what I settled on as a default (and disable rear locker) when I get into tougher terrain. Plus I also disable...
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murphtron reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread How to camp when sleeping in the Broncoā¦ with Like.
I get that the question is about sleeping IN the vehicle, but ā¦ key consideration is are you alone or not. Iāve got a significant other...
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murphtron reacted to HalfmuleFarmer's post in the thread How to camp when sleeping in the Broncoā¦ with Like.
I sleep in a regular tent. Leave gear (that Iām not using) in the Bronco. Old school, easy.
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murphtron reacted to KT_bronco's post in the thread Ford Skunkworks (EVDC) - first ever behind the scenes tour with Haha.
Sounds like you don't like EVs. Thanks for letting us know.
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murphtron replied to the thread You have $1-$2k to spend right now... what are you getting?.Yeah steering rack. If Ford Performance ever releases it for non-sas. or I might just have to visit @Snacktime and beg him for help.