Protector III
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- Bjoern
- Last Name
- Eldracher
- Member #
20111
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- DC3BE
Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*
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Contributor II
Hello Josh, welcome to Overland Bound.
New member here. Located here in North County San Diego. Been camping a lot in a motorhome and camper on an our dually. Just picked up a 1997 LX450 with factory lockers, to do some more remote overlanding and camping.
Other than baseline maintenance and repairs; Going to add front and rear bumpers, touch screen stereo, winch, roof rack, Dobinsons lift with 35’s, and looking forward to exploring outfitting with gear to camp with.
Excited to start a build and looking to get involved in some events.
Eventually would like to do some longer trips, multi state or even Mexico to Canada style.
Other than baseline maintenance and repairs; Going to add front and rear bumpers, touch screen stereo, winch, roof rack, Dobinsons lift with 35’s, and looking forward to exploring outfitting with gear to camp with.
Excited to start a build and looking to get involved in some events.
Eventually would like to do some longer trips, multi state or even Mexico to Canada style.
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Theo3t
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Contributor II
Hey y'all, I'm Todd and my wife, Christina, are hooked on both fish and adventure! From our basecamp near Ute Lake, NM, we're casting lines and exploring trails in our trusty Ram 2500. While we love this beast, we're eyeing an SUV for comfy long hauls to hidden gems, epic catches, and cozy fireside nights. We're not newbies to the off-road scene, but the camaraderie of shared journeys is as exciting as a secret trout hole. So, whether you're seasoned veterans towing tiny adventurers or new to the overland life with your own rambunctious crew, cast a line of friendship our way! We're ready to swap rigs-to-rocking-kiddos tips, explore hidden gems, and share the magic of family adventures on the road. Let's hook up and reel in some unforgettable memories, together!
Marauder_e889c1
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Contributor III
I’m new to the Overlanding scene
Wife and I are looking to find a novice- intermediate trails near Southern California any tips would be appreciated.
Rig is a 2019 FWC on a 2019 Tacoma set up to be sufficient for a weekend.
Looking for water / ocean / mountain/ creek/ and Valley views. Much appreciated for the community
Wife and I are looking to find a novice- intermediate trails near Southern California any tips would be appreciated.
Rig is a 2019 FWC on a 2019 Tacoma set up to be sufficient for a weekend.
Looking for water / ocean / mountain/ creek/ and Valley views. Much appreciated for the community
Contributor II
Hello Sunny, welcome to Overland Bound.
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Hello Todd and Christina, welcome to Overland Bound.
Blessings for your service, I also appreciate it tremendously.
Contributor II
Hello, welcome to Overland Bound.
Merry Christmas Eve, all -- Hope you are enjoying the holiday with those you love.
John reporting aboard/checking in.
Retired Marine/DoN civilian. Been hiking and camping since I was little. I was born and raised in Northern New England (Northern NH and mid-coastal Maine). Joined the Big Green Rod and Gun Club (USMC) and was a professional camper for most of my adult life. So I'm not new to camping or off roading (I've off-roaded in some exotic places ... ;) ) ... or Exploring the unbeaten path. And until a couple of weeks ago, I didn't know it was called "Overlanding" or that there were web sites .... or that it was this organized ... Well ... I got here as quick as I could! Looking forward to learning from all of you!
Before I retired, I got a 2014 Ford/Quigley E-350. I've been having a lot of fun with it for about 7 years now. Recently added an Aluminess roof rack and Fiamma awning. Any users here who attended the '21 Quigley weekend at Burning Rock will remember me as "Church Bus" :) Looking forward to meeting up with any Northern VA/Western Shore of MD folks for whatever.
Love my Quigley and am still configuring it. It has to work as well as play so I can't completely configure it full time for off-roading/overlanding. Its pretty spartan and plain. It has to be rapidly reconfigurable between hauling stuff and setting up for fun. It also hauls my '49 Chevy 1-ton to events that I participate in.
Glad to be here!
John
John reporting aboard/checking in.
Retired Marine/DoN civilian. Been hiking and camping since I was little. I was born and raised in Northern New England (Northern NH and mid-coastal Maine). Joined the Big Green Rod and Gun Club (USMC) and was a professional camper for most of my adult life. So I'm not new to camping or off roading (I've off-roaded in some exotic places ... ;) ) ... or Exploring the unbeaten path. And until a couple of weeks ago, I didn't know it was called "Overlanding" or that there were web sites .... or that it was this organized ... Well ... I got here as quick as I could! Looking forward to learning from all of you!
Before I retired, I got a 2014 Ford/Quigley E-350. I've been having a lot of fun with it for about 7 years now. Recently added an Aluminess roof rack and Fiamma awning. Any users here who attended the '21 Quigley weekend at Burning Rock will remember me as "Church Bus" :) Looking forward to meeting up with any Northern VA/Western Shore of MD folks for whatever.
Love my Quigley and am still configuring it. It has to work as well as play so I can't completely configure it full time for off-roading/overlanding. Its pretty spartan and plain. It has to be rapidly reconfigurable between hauling stuff and setting up for fun. It also hauls my '49 Chevy 1-ton to events that I participate in.
Glad to be here!
John
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Welcome John! Greetings from the New Jersey Coastal Plain. BTW: our son also served in the USMC 2013 to 2017. Finished his IRR this past November (2 year extension). Glad to read about your past outdoor knowledge and experience. Wishing you a Merry Christmas too!
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Marauder_e889c1
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Contributor III
Greetings from Long Beach California- merry Christmas may the new year also bring more safe adventures to all
Pathfinder III
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- First Name
- Adam
- Last Name
- Gardner
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32194
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- USMC
Awesome rig. Also check out IH8MUD website for detailed maintenance instructions. That’s a great vehicle!
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Protector III
- 14,131
- First Name
- Bjoern
- Last Name
- Eldracher
- Member #
20111
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Hello and welcome to Overland Bound!
That is a nice LX450. Enjoy your trips with the rig.
Greetings from Europe,
Bjoern
Protector III
- 14,131
- First Name
- Bjoern
- Last Name
- Eldracher
- Member #
20111
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- DC3BE
Protector III
- 14,131
- First Name
- Bjoern
- Last Name
- Eldracher
- Member #
20111
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- DC3BE
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Welcome to the OB family from us in France enjoy the community
