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You do see the irony in calling my opinion on the matter "backwards logic" in a thread about being rude, don't you? My understanding is this was on public land where OVSs (Off Highway Vehicles... not sure that is what they're called everywhere) are completely legal. I simply disagree that...

Also, quick question for @Speric and the rest of the group. Are you planning a campfire for Sat night (I haven't had a chance yet to check to see if there are any fire restrictions on, but imagine y'all already did)? Also, where did everyone land on doing a group meal/potluck on Sat night or...

I guess I'll break the echo chamber here... no, not rude. They stopped and asked if it was okay with you, if you had a problem with them riding in you could have said so at that point. Now, I imagine it never occurred to you that they would ride, not walk in. But you have to remember it...

Cool, I'd be leaving Sat AM from Palo Alto if you wanted to meet up (I can come right through San Leandro). I'll let the group/thread here know if I'm coming or not by sometime tomorrow AM, but obviously either way nobody wait around on me if you don't see me Sat. ;) This is the rig: -TJ

Hey all, I'm thinking about trying to join if that'd be alright. Unfortunately I don't think I can get away from the office down in Palo Alto tomorrow to beat traffic and join you for Fri, so I'd probably only be in for Sat/Sun. Are you still planning to meet up at Eel River/Black Butte...

I love 5.9 limited ZJs... but they're hard to find and starting to get spendy. That said, I wouldn't expect any ZJ or WJ (even the 4.0s) to get great MPG. As I just posted, I really don't like 4.0 WJs, but I'm biased. If you're 100% opposed to a 4.7 because of the valve seat issue, then I'd...

I just really don't like the 4.0 in the WJ. It's underpowered for the platform (it's adequate at best in a lighter XJ) and the WJ was all about being luxurious and powerful (for it's time) before that was a common thing in SUVs. Also, the auto trans in the 4.0 WJs is hot garbage (it's not the...

Thanks! I previously had a small "adventure" teardrop which I also loved, but overall I like the FWC better. The nicest thing about the teardrop was the whole kitchen being "outside" and at ground level... but as you can see I've figured out how to do almost all of my cooking outside w/ the...

Let's not debate whether or not "skottles" are worth it (there's already a thread for that), or focus on alternative "better" cooking methods here. Let's just share our favorite things to cook on the skottle. I'll start with a few that are my "go-to" favorites: Peppercorn Crusted Steaks with...

-TJ

Welcome to the States! I'm a big fan of WJs myself, and have a rather built one. I could write a short (or not-so-short) novel on them, but the quicker version of my $0.02: look for a higher trim (Limited or Overland) 4.7 V8, preferably the 4.7 HO (all Overlands are HO). Yes, the 4.7 *does*...

You'll be okay with those distances if you plan for full-ish days of driving. As I mentioned when I did most of this route last year we had to push a bit higher speeds than I wanted (to be clear, not anything even close to approaching unsafe, or damaging to the trails... just not relaxed taking...

I've run that route many times years ago, just wasn't sure if it's clear yet. -TJ

I gave some thoughts on what you might want to share to help us with our suggestions here: If you're going to ask "what vehicle is best..." That said, I'm super-biased and love WJs. ZJs are a good option too, but most everything got better in the WJ (electrical, susp design, brakes, trans...

Can one make it from the Little Town of Washington all the way to Bowman? -TJ

So, it's starting to look like I might be able to make *some* of this trip. As I posted earlier I've done most of Idaho BDR and it's simply amazing. I've read through the thread (a few times) and still don't have a good feel for exactly when you're doing the IBDR, and when you're doing the...

Yup, it might seem cheesy and Broverlandy, but it's suuuuuuuuuper useful. -TJ

Perfect height/stance for a WJ! -TJ

That's an awesome rig for high school. I drove a '84 Chevy Cavalier in HS. ;) You're doing great. You probably can run a 2" without a DS swap, but really with WJs you're not going to be able to run much (if any) more tire at 2" than .75" level. But if you're just trying to minimize rubbing...

Thanks, I'll dig up a pic when it was at the 4" lift with stock driveshafts, axles etc. too. If you have anything other than the DC then you *should* upgrade to a DC at 3" or above. This was on an Iron Rock Offroad 4" (or was it 4.5") Rock Link front long arm, rear was stock arms with...