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    Jeep LJ Build

    Hey. I'm in Calgary. The snorkel is off eBay. Can't remember the brand. Pretty much an over seas knock off. Cost about $100.00
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    Jeep LJ Build

    Hello. The Jeep is "Patriot Blue". I like the contrasting colors. This shot shows the current rims in the Land Rover "Almond" color.
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    Jeep LJ Build

    New BFG Mud Terrains on Dodge Magnum Steel rims. Went with a desert sand color on this set. I'll install them just before April 7tb. Oh, and my member pack came in... I'm official...lol
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    Broken frame bolt.?

    I knew about the penetrating oil, but that idea of welding a nut to the broken end sounds like it might work. A bit scary near the gas tank. Thanks.
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    Broken frame bolt.?

    While removing a trailer hitch from my 05 Jeep LJ a few years ago, a bolt broke in the frame. I need to install the rear factory recovery loop/hook but that broken bolt needs to come out. Any thoughts on the process..?
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    Jeep LJ Build

    I have a video that shows how it works but couldn't upload it. So... passenger seat folds forward as if getting into back seat. Folded section of bed behind seat flips up and locks into place with "folding table brackets ". This section is about 20 inches long. Brackets hold up to 500 lbs...
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    Jeep LJ Build

    Thank you for the kind words. Good luck with your 4 door build.
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    Jeep LJ Build

    Still trying to find my way around the forum. I wanted to share some of my 05 Jeep LJ Build. I have always camped in a small tent and believe in packing light. Back pack carry type stuff. Now a comfy bed...Built to be used with hard and soft top. Bed can be removed. Passenger seat folds...
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    Jeep LJ Sleeper...

    Still waiting on my new member badge and number, but I wanted to share some shots of my Overland LJ. The count down (April 7th) is on for a return to the Mojave and a bucket list visit to Moab. I built a bed in the back with a fold up section that gives me 6 feet of length. I'm 5ft 6...
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    Hello from Canada

    From Alberta. Been camping My whole life and Overlanding is the natural progression. From Alaska to the Mojave..... this spring the legend continues..lol. As Canadians we should let our neighbors to the south know of our trails and sights to see.
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    Hello Gang. I'm very happy to be here. Been overlanding since we used to call it "vanning". Lol. Along came family and station wagons. While working in California and Nevada I fell in love with the desert and off road adventure. Now the kids are grown, it's time to get back to the...
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    Howdy. Been an Overlander for a long time. Current rig is 05 Jeep LJ. Nicely set up for...

    Howdy. Been an Overlander for a long time. Current rig is 05 Jeep LJ. Nicely set up for exploring and adventure with a bed in the back.