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    Detours Off Road Hardware Tire Carrier

    Cool product, if you get one please share your experience. I've watched the Hitchgate go from total obscurity a few years ago to owning the market. The price on them has increased with their popularity and now it's totally crazy. I would love another more affordable option to and this might be...
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    Portable Jump Pack?

    That might be a good idea. I already killed mine once by leaving an inside light on at an airport parking lot. I notice the lights dim frequently and it seems to struggle rolling all the windows up at once. It's one of the last 2018s but this battery doesn't seem that great. Will a group 34 fit...
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    Portable Jump Pack?

    So I'm excited to finally be planning some long distance trips with my new Outback, but my biggest fear is always a dead battery. I would love a dual battery setup (and will probably eventually go that route), but I need something a bit more affordable and flexible for now. I've seen a lot of...
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    Brought her home[emoji16] And added the most important part Sent from my iPhone using OB Talk
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    Overlanding with Your Dog: Jennifer & Monty

    Great Article! That's one happy doggo! Sometimes it's strange how random things line up. I'm working on buying both a new overland rig AND my first puppy in the next month. I was wondering about traveling with a dog and here's an article about traveling full time with a dog...That's convenient!
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    How to Remove an OB Emblem

    Just wanted to post this here. I shared it in the Southeast OB Facebook group. I learned the paint on my 2014 Forester didn't like sticker remover spray so when I had to put my emblem on I placed a circular piece of vinyl under it. Well, I just sold my car and it worked! Came right off in 5...
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    Crosstrek Overland-Light

    Cool brush guard, what RTT is that? How to you like it?
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    First Modifications/Add ons for general Overlanding?

    I agree with whats been said. Tires are usually my first move, sounds like you don't need to change those for now. Maybe add a camera so you can take some photos of all the fun adventure trips you'll be going on:tonguewink:. Oh, I would get a full-size spare and goto a 5 tire rotation to keep...
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    Getting a Truck! - Which one to buy?

    Awesome thanks for the replies. I don't even have a girlfriend right now so it feels strange to "plan for kiddos", but when you plan on having a car for 6 years...I guess you gotta think ahead:sweatsmile: But yeah that's actually why I want a truck and a habitat, room, and comfort for me and up...
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    Getting a Truck! - Which one to buy?

    Hey Everyone! So here's the thing, I bought a Forester about 8 months ago and it's been a headache since day one. I bought it used with 60k miles, just outside of warranty, it's a 2014 and well worn in. Without ranting, it's at the point that I just want out of it. I bought it knowing it was...
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    '08 Hummer H3 Alpha build

    Wow man, good thing you can do your own work. At least when this is all done you should have a very solid rig for the future. I had a 2008 H3 for a bit, loved it but the i5 got about 9 MPG around town and I couldn't keep it. Loved it while I had it.
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    Smittybilt Overlander RTT - Is Mine A Dud?

    I used mine about a dozen times back when I had it. Never had an issue and it was a champ. RTT's definitely use the ladder for support. There is a tongue and groove piece of aluminum that helps support the center but there's no way that would support the weight of a person alone. That piece...
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    Weekend trip Ocala florida

    Sounds like you alreay went on the trip, but just an FYI to anyone else that is going to Ocala soon. Juniper Prairie was just closed due to heavy bear activity. I think they said they are closing the roads so you shouldn't accidently wind up there. The closure is in effect until March 8th...
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    Recent visit to Big Bend National Park (pics)

    Beautiful shots! Can't wait to hear the trip report!
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    2014 Subaru Forester Limited

    Thanks! It looks meaner that's for sure. It feels like a tank driving around now. Potholes mean nothing. Milage is taking a pretty big hit. It's looking about 3-4 MPG on the highway. More if there's any sort of hill. Kinda bummed out about that. I will just keep an eye on it over time. I might...