Recent content by SeptuagenerianSasquatch

Thanks for the excellent images--they provide valuable, informative context. These structures are part of our industrial heritage, and worth preserving. Here in the Northeast, some old factories and mills have been preserved for us to better understand and appreciate older technologies. In some...

Mystery solved--and we didn't need Sherlock Holmes. My guess is a dealer tech was careless and left it behind, or just couldn't be bothered returning it to the parts counter. You could drop it off there as a favor.

If your state or province issued you two, you must display both. You're at risk for a ticket. Also gives an officer a silly reason to stop you if he wants for some reason. :sadface:

Looks like the female part of a harness. Does your Badlands have power and/or heated seats? Could be the connection between the (power) supply and the seat's wiring. Look underneath the front seats and see if anything there matches. I had something similar when I removed my front seats to...

This dude was a finalist in the Tide Pod Challenge, and thought he was ready for the Major (Ingestion) Leagues. He wasn't. Perhaps he's the Lost Soul you're referencing? https://apnews.com/article/massachusetts-one-chip-challenge-teen-death-5e421f73f5cc0e439ea05f228f4b8465

@Dialtone: Don't you use Dial Soap? Satan to Lost Soul: "This is the Lake of lava you will spend your eternity in." Lost Soul to Satan: "Since we're below ground level, Satan, it's properly called magma, not lava. Satan to Lost Soul: "You just don't get it, do you? Don't you understand why...

With an abrasive in the product? Brings back memories of Boraxo. I just did a search, and Boraxo is still available--but not, it seems, in the oval-shaped can. (Below, a collectable can of the original packaging). I remember it from my younger days. Now there's a marketing idea: "Bronco Boraxo!"

Discussion threads on compressors often degrade to brags like 1960s high school kids bragging about horsepower and acceleration. The real issue back then, when most of America was served by two-lane highways, was: can you get around a truck fast enough when the double line goes dotted? Here...

Actually, separate hose connections at each wheelwell would not only be exposed to rock and debris harm, but would be more complicated than just a single hose and going from tire to tire. Keep it simple! Plenty of providers will sell you a double-hose, 4-valve hose setup with a combo...

At my age, I wouldn't attempt Cliffhanger solo, even if I had a full set of tools and likely parts. Two years ago, I turned 75, and came across a Badlands/Sas cancellation at a dealership. Paid cash for it, even with an obscene markup, but they were very hard to come by in New England. First...

Very true. As though I need oversight at my age? On another forum, my user name is "Caffiend."

Great videos, and commentary. Enjoyed it immensely. I'm contemplating hitting myself (and my 4dr Badlands Sas) with a double-dog-dare to attempt it, maybe next year. Those were Ford Performance tie rods? I got some Ikons on sale. I'll probably install those and keep my OEMs for spares. What psi...

I don't post much on vendors' threads, but here goes: For the Heritage Yellowstone, the black cover with matching yellow letters is superb! A suggestion for your product line: An American flag with the the police "Thin Blue Line" stripe in it. Also, the similar firefighter's flag with an added...

Get there early and meet people. Find out who has rig(s) which match your experience and capability, then check the maps for appropriate routes. It's up to you (plural) to organize a group and an agenda. Meet up and hit the trails! Edit: Part of the fun of off-roading is the unknown--and that...

Just remember: chemical toilets, no electricity or plumbing, so bring your tent/camper. Food trucks were okay, but you should be prepared to feed yourself. Some vendors. 2023 was very rainy, which suited me fine, but others cut out early on day 3. Fantastic comradery, and lots of fascinating...